Heights Island: A Women-Only Rental Apartment in Urasoe, Okinawa
This listing presents a compact and affordable 1DK apartment located on the 2nd floor of the 4-story Heights Island building in the Miyagi district of Urasoe City, Okinawa. The property, built in 1989, offers approximately 25.29 square meters of private living space and features a layout with a 6-tatami Japanese-style room and a 6-tatami dining-kitchen area. A key feature is the inclusion of one free parking space, specifically for a light vehicle. The building is constructed with reinforced concrete (RC) and utilizes propane gas.
Critical agent notes provide essential details for prospective tenants. The brokerage commission equals one month's rent (plus parking fee) plus consumption tax. Floor plans and photos are for reference, and the actual condition of the property takes precedence. A guarantee entrustment fee is required: 70% of the total rent at the time of contract and a monthly fee of 1% of the total rent. However, the guarantee company and fees may change depending on the contract details. Enrollment in the Life Support service is mandatory at a monthly cost of 1,100 yen, prorated for both move-in and move-out months. This is a fixed-term lease contract for 2.0 years; a renewal incurs an administrative fee of 16,500 yen (tax included). Cancellation within the contract period will result in a penalty. Importantly, the 2nd and 3rd floors of the building are designated as women-only floors.
The Miyagi neighborhood in Urasoe is a convenient residential area. The property is just a 5-minute walk from the Miyagi-guchi bus stop, providing public transport access. Daily life is supported by several supermarkets within a short walking distance, including Town Plaza Miyagi (180m) and V21 Miyagi Shokuhinkan (243m). For an interesting local fact, Urasoe City is historically significant as the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom's government before it moved to Shuri in Naha. The area offers a blend of modern convenience and deep cultural history. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Shuri Castle in Naha, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a symbol of Okinawa's Ryukyuan heritage, located approximately a 20-minute drive away.
