Thomas Uchima: A Modern Rental Apartment in Urasoe, Okinawa
This modern 1K apartment, located in the popular Uchima area of Urasoe City, offers a comfortable and secure living environment ideal for a single occupant. The property is situated on the 8th floor of a 9-story reinforced concrete building constructed in 2018, providing a quiet and stable residence. The layout features a separate Western-style room and kitchen, with a total private area of approximately 20.16 square meters.
The apartment comes fully equipped with essential amenities for a convenient lifestyle. Facilities include propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, air conditioning, BS satellite broadcasting, and a built-in Wi-Fi internet connection available for free from the first day of occupancy. Additional practical features are an indoor washing machine space and an independent washbasin. Security and ease of access are prioritized with an auto-lock entrance system, elevator, TV intercom, and security cameras.
A key advantage of this rental is the minimized initial cost, as there is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required. The monthly rent is 43,000 yen, with a common area maintenance fee of 4,000 yen. The property operates under a fixed-term lease system of 2.0 years, with a renewal fee of 22,000 yen (equivalent to 1.1 months' rent). Other initial costs include a one-time maintenance fee for deodorization and antibacterial treatment of 22,000 yen. A guarantor is not required, as a guarantee company service is available. The handling real estate company, Maruyu Housing, offers support from viewing to contract entirely online, making the process accessible even for those living on remote islands or outside the prefecture.