Modern Apartment Living in Urasoe, Okinawa
This newly constructed apartment building, completed in November 2024, offers a modern and secure living environment in the Minatogawa area of Urasoe City, Okinawa. The property features a reassuring auto-lock security system and is equipped with two elevators for convenience. The specific unit for rent is a 2DK layout with a private area of approximately 47.57 square meters, located on the 10th floor of a 10-story reinforced concrete (RC) building.
The apartment comes with a comprehensive set of facilities and equipment: a gas stove (propane gas), separate bath and toilet, air conditioning, free internet, auto-lock entry, a monitor-equipped intercom, a parcel delivery box, and an indoor space for a washing machine. The property is available for a standard rental contract with a two-year term.
Important financial notes from the agent have been translated: A guarantee company is mandatory. The brokerage fee is 1.1 months' rent (tax included). A small-amount short-term insurance premium of 20,000 yen (for two years) is required. The estimated initial contract cost is 450,360 yen (tax included), which includes items such as the "Sumaile Support" fee of 2,200 yen, a water purifier lease fee of 1,540 yen, and the initial contract fee for the guarantee company (Zenporen) of 47,620 yen, with a subsequent monthly fee of 1,200 yen. A security deposit and key money of one month's rent each are required, while the guarantee deposit is 0 yen. The monthly common area fee is 5,000 yen. Additional one-time costs include 13,200 yen for odor removal and disinfection upon move-in and a 5,500 yen parking brokerage fee.
The Minatogawa area of Urasoe is a vibrant residential district. An interesting local fact is that Urasoe was once the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom before the capital moved to Shuri in Naha. The area offers convenient daily living and is within a reasonable distance from central Naha. The closest major landmark and significant tourist attraction is the UNESCO World Heritage site of Shuri Castle, the former royal palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located approximately a 15-minute drive away.
