Military Renting Guide
Navigating off-base housing in Okinawa doesn't have to be stressful. Follow our streamlined 4-step process to secure your new home using your OHA.
1. Property Tour & Selection
Browse our curated list of military-approved housing. Once you find a home you love, we help you submit a holding deposit to reserve the property while we begin the base paperwork.
Understanding Your OHA
Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) limits vary by rank (E-1 through O-6) and whether you have dependents. It dictates the maximum you can spend on rent covered by the military.
Check current DoD OHA rates →2. Base Housing Inspection
We coordinate with the Kadena or Camp Foster housing office to schedule an official inspection. Our properties are pre-vetted, ensuring a 99% first-time pass rate to get you moved in faster.
3. Lease Signing & OHA Approval
After the inspection passes, we finalize the bilingual lease agreement. We ensure your housing contract strictly adheres to the limits of your Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA).
Required Documents Checklist
- Copy of your PCS Orders to Okinawa
- Housing Brief Slip (obtained from the base housing office)
- Valid Military ID
4. Move-in & Utility Setup
Receive your keys! We assist with translating utility applications (water, electricity, internet) so your new home in Okinawa is fully functional from day one.
Utility Setup in Okinawa
Setting up utilities is a crucial final step. The standard local providers include:
- Internet: GLBB or Allied Telesis (popular and reliable options for military housing)
- Electricity: Okinawa Electric Power Company (Okiden)
- Water/Gas: Local municipal water and assigned gas companies
Our agents will guide you through scheduling these hookups so your home is move-in ready.