Zion Unit 306: A Modern Rental Apartment in Ginowan, Okinawa
This property is a newly built apartment unit located in the Zion building in Ginowan City, Okinawa. The unit, number 306, is situated on the 3rd floor of a 4-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in June 2025. It offers a compact and efficient 1DK layout with a total private area of 32.02 square meters (approximately 9.68 tsubo). The apartment features an all-Western-style room design and includes a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine.
Key property features and agent notes have been translated for clarity. The equipment includes a water purifier (note that cartridge replacement costs are separate when using the purifier), a system kitchen, gas stove, air conditioning, heating, and a dryer (which is a bathroom dryer). The unit has a separate bath and toilet, a bathtub, a shampoo dresser, an independent washbasin area, and a warm-water washlet toilet seat. Security features include an intercom, a TV monitor intercom, and an auto-lock building entrance. Building amenities consist of a parcel delivery box, and the property is equipped for BS broadcasting, internet, Wi-Fi, and free internet service.
The rental details are comprehensive. The monthly rent is 66,000 yen. Additional monthly fees include a common area maintenance fee of 3,500 yen, a parking fee of 3,300 yen (for one car; a second car is negotiable), a 24-hour support fee of 330 yen, and a monthly guarantee commission fee of 1,609 yen, bringing the total monthly cost to 74,739 yen (plus a storage handling fee of 170 yen). The initial contract costs are estimated as follows: a fixed cleaning fee of 50,000 yen, key money (reikin) of 106,000 yen, a discounted agency commission fee of 61,710 yen (15% off), a discounted parking contract fee of 2,805 yen (15% off), a guarantee commission fee of 22,000 yen, a key set fee of 3,300 yen, and fire insurance (to be estimated separately). This sums to 245,815 yen. Combined with the first month's prorated rent, the total initial cost is approximately 320,554 yen. Please note that from May 2026, a "ruum support" fee of 1,980 yen per month (tax included) will be required. All estimates are approximate, and listed photos or floor plans may be of reversed or similar unit types, with the actual condition taking priority.
The apartment is located in the Kiyuna district of Ginowan City. Ginowan is a central Okinawan city known for its mix of residential areas and commercial facilities, including the large Ginowan Convention Center. An interesting local fact is that Ginowan was historically part of the Ryukyu Kingdom's farming lands. The area offers convenient urban living while maintaining a community feel. The closest major tourist attraction is the Okinawa Convention Center, a modern complex often hosting events and exhibitions, located just a short drive away.
