Sakurare HARU: Modern Apartment Living in Naha, Okinawa
This rental apartment, Sakurare HARU Room 503, offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in the vibrant city of Naha. The property is a 1K layout with approximately 19.61 sqm of living space, located on the 5th floor of a 6-story building constructed in 2022. It features a separate bath and toilet, an independent washbasin area, air conditioning, closets, a shoe cupboard, and an indoor space for a washing machine to prevent noise disturbance to neighbors. The building is equipped with key security auto-lock, an elevator, and a monitor-equipped video intercom, allowing residents to see visitors from inside the apartment.
Essential utilities and amenities are well-covered. The property uses propane gas and includes BS/CS satellite broadcasting capabilities. Internet service is available and provided free of charge from the first day of occupancy. The apartment is part of a reinforced concrete (RC) structure, ensuring durability.
Important notes from the agent detail the financial aspects. The monthly rent is 48,000 yen, with a common area maintenance fee of 4,000 yen. Optional monthly costs include the "Marusapo 24" resident support service for 2,750 yen, a parking space for 8,800 yen, and a monthly guarantee fee of approximately 950 yen (subject to change by the guarantee company). This brings the total estimated monthly cost to 64,500 yen. The initial move-in costs are significant: a security deposit of 0 yen, a key money (reikin) of 48,000 yen (1.0 month's rent), an agency fee of 61,600 yen, an initial guarantee fee of 31,770 yen, fire insurance of 18,000 yen, and a deodorizing/antibacterial treatment fee of 22,000 yen, totaling 244,920 yen. If parking is not required, the initial cost reduces to 197,720 yen. The "Marusapo 24" service, provided by Maruyu Housing, offers 24-hour support for issues like leaks, lock troubles, and utility malfunctions, as well as consultation for neighborhood disputes on weekdays.
The agent also provides critical inquiry guidelines. Viewings may not be possible depending on application status or the condition of the room before/after a tenant moves out. Responses to inquiries are handled in order, which may cause delays. No viewing or contract is confirmed until an agent makes direct contact.
The apartment's location in Naha's Yorimiya 1-chome district is highly accessible. It is about a 10-minute walk from Asato Station and a 3-minute walk from the Mawashishisho-mae bus stop, making commutes and daily travel straightforward. The area is rich in local culture and history. A notable nearby landmark is Shikinaen Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a former royal villa of the Ryukyu Kingdom, offering a serene escape with traditional landscaping just a short distance away.
