La Lumiere (604) – Modern Apartment Living in Okinawa City
This 1K apartment in Okinawa City's central district offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. The property features a reinforced concrete (RC) structure, built in 2017, and is located on the 6th floor of an 8-story building with an elevator. The unit has a private area of approximately 28.81 sqm with a south-west facing exposure. The layout includes a separate bathroom and toilet, a system kitchen with a 2-burner gas stove (propane gas), and an indoor space for a washing machine. Additional amenities include air conditioning, a bath with a drying function, a washbasin with vanity, a heated toilet seat, a closet, a shoe cupboard, BS satellite broadcasting, free internet, an auto-lock entrance, a monitor intercom, and elevator access.
The rental terms include a monthly rent of 55,000 JPY with a common area fee of 4,500 JPY. The initial costs consist of a key money (reikin) of 85,000 JPY, a cleaning fee of 50,000 JPY, a key set fee of 3,300 JPY, and other optional fees. A security deposit is not required. The property is managed by a company that offers several tenant-friendly services: no guarantor is needed, online contracts are available, and both initial and monthly payments can be made by credit card. The management also provides 24-hour support. Special campaigns are available, including a 22,000 JPY gift for successful referrals and a 10,000 JPY discount on the first month's rent for those who apply for and use a designated credit card for rent payments.
Okinawa City is a vibrant urban center on the main island of Okinawa, known for its mix of American and Okinawan cultures, a legacy of the large US military presence. An interesting local fact is that the city is home to the Okinawa City Athletic Park, a large sports complex that was a primary venue for the 1987 National Sports Festival of Japan. The area is well-connected, and a major nearby tourist attraction is the Okinawa Zoo & Museum (Okinawa Kodomo no Kuni), a popular family destination featuring a zoo, museum, and amusement park facilities.
