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Nippori textile district and Yanaka's temple streets are nearby.", "station": "Nippori" }, { "id": "bunkyo", "name_en": "Bunkyo", "name_jp": "文京区", "rent_1k": 118443, "rent_1ldk": 202184, "rent_2ldk": 268230, "zero_key_pct": 37, "listings": 1711, "avg_age": 12, "median_condo_price": 43000000, "avg_price_m2": 1330816, "gross_yield_pct": 4.82, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "mid-high", "vibe": "Tokyo's academic heart. Home to University of Tokyo and several top schools. Safe, quiet, well-connected. Popular with researchers and families.", "station": "Myogadani" }, { "id": "chiyoda", "name_en": "Chiyoda", "name_jp": "千代田区", "rent_1k": 139327, "rent_1ldk": 244044, "rent_2ldk": 452506, "zero_key_pct": 35, "listings": 1321, "avg_age": 13, "median_condo_price": 56000000, "avg_price_m2": 1991469, "gross_yield_pct": 3.64, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "premium", "vibe": "The Imperial Palace ward. Government offices, embassies, and Akihabara. Expensive but ultra-central. Few residential options but they're high-end.", "station": "Ochanomizu" }, { "id": "chuo", "name_en": "Chuo", "name_jp": "中央区", "rent_1k": 135119, "rent_1ldk": 231267, "rent_2ldk": 327273, "zero_key_pct": 38, "listings": 1553, "avg_age": 12, "median_condo_price": 60000000, "avg_price_m2": 1679030, "gross_yield_pct": 4.36, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "premium", "vibe": "Ginza, Nihonbashi, Tsukiji. Commercial center turning residential with new tower developments. High-end living with world-class dining.", "station": "Nihonbashi" }, { "id": "edogawa", "name_en": "Edogawa", "name_jp": "江戸川区", "rent_1k": 75338, "rent_1ldk": 118922, "rent_2ldk": 159030, "zero_key_pct": 31, "listings": 827, "avg_age": 13, "median_condo_price": 44500000, "avg_price_m2": 709149, "gross_yield_pct": 5.37, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "budget", "vibe": "Family-friendly and affordable. Large Indian community near Nishi-Kasai. Parks, rivers, and space — rare in Tokyo. Good schools.", "station": "Nishi-Kasai" }, { "id": "itabashi", "name_en": "Itabashi", "name_jp": "板橋区", "rent_1k": 89719, "rent_1ldk": 129692, "rent_2ldk": 194062, "zero_key_pct": 33, "listings": 1143, "avg_age": 9, "median_condo_price": 28000000, "avg_price_m2": 928486, "gross_yield_pct": 4.15, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "budget", "vibe": "Quiet residential area northwest of Ikebukuro. Good value for the access — 10 minutes to Ikebukuro on the Tobu Tojo line.", "station": "Itabashi" }, { "id": "katsushika", "name_en": "Katsushika", "name_jp": "葛飾区", "rent_1k": 79029, "rent_1ldk": 112089, "rent_2ldk": 145175, "zero_key_pct": 38, "listings": 899, "avg_age": 12, "median_condo_price": 28000000, "avg_price_m2": 715386, "gross_yield_pct": 4.54, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "budget", "vibe": "Home of Tora-san and Shibamata temple district. Traditional downtown (shitamachi) atmosphere with very affordable rents.", "station": "Kanamachi" }, { "id": "kita", "name_en": "Kita", "name_jp": "北区", "rent_1k": 98044, "rent_1ldk": 153350, "rent_2ldk": 207359, "zero_key_pct": 47, "listings": 1488, "avg_age": 6, "median_condo_price": 33000000, "avg_price_m2": 939983, "gross_yield_pct": 5.24, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "budget", "vibe": "Underrated gem. Oji and Akabane areas have great local shopping streets. Direct Shinkansen access from Oji. Cherry blossoms at Asukayama Park.", "station": "Akabane" }, { "id": "koto", "name_en": "Koto", "name_jp": "江東区", "rent_1k": 119005, "rent_1ldk": 170812, "rent_2ldk": 243477, "zero_key_pct": 54, "listings": 2059, "avg_age": 7, "median_condo_price": 38000000, "avg_price_m2": 1100562, "gross_yield_pct": 4.96, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "mid", "vibe": "Waterfront living. Toyosu, Shinonome, and the new developments around Ariake. Modern buildings, family-oriented. Near Tsukiji's new Toyosu Market.", "station": "Toyosu" }, { "id": "meguro", "name_en": "Meguro", "name_jp": "目黒区", "rent_1k": 119489, "rent_1ldk": 203079, "rent_2ldk": 325901, "zero_key_pct": 37, "listings": 1209, "avg_age": 10, "median_condo_price": 53000000, "avg_price_m2": 1411108, "gross_yield_pct": 4.39, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "mid-high", "vibe": "Stylish and leafy. Nakameguro's cherry blossom river, Jiyugaoka's European-style cafes. Popular with young professionals and creative types.", "station": "Nakameguro" }, { "id": "minato", "name_en": "Minato", "name_jp": "港区", "rent_1k": 142626, "rent_1ldk": 286556, "rent_2ldk": 506973, "zero_key_pct": 33, "listings": 1344, "avg_age": 13, "median_condo_price": 115000000, "avg_price_m2": 2619480, "gross_yield_pct": 3.48, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "premium", "vibe": "Tokyo's most international ward. Roppongi, Azabu, Hiroo — embassies, international schools, and expat-friendly infrastructure everywhere.", "station": "Roppongi" }, { "id": "nakano", "name_en": "Nakano", "name_jp": "中野区", "rent_1k": 93133, "rent_1ldk": 188230, "rent_2ldk": 243995, "zero_key_pct": 26, "listings": 1014, "avg_age": 8, "median_condo_price": 36000000, "avg_price_m2": 1152504, "gross_yield_pct": 4.82, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "mid-high", "vibe": "The 'next Shinjuku' — massive redevelopment underway. Nakano Broadway for otaku culture, excellent Chuo Line access. Hip without the Shibuya prices.", "station": "Nakano" }, { "id": "nerima", "name_en": "Nerima", "name_jp": "練馬区", "rent_1k": 85214, "rent_1ldk": 122434, "rent_2ldk": 163080, "zero_key_pct": 26, "listings": 1012, "avg_age": 11, "median_condo_price": 30000000, "avg_price_m2": 867878, "gross_yield_pct": 4.29, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "budget", "vibe": "Green and spacious. Anime studios (Toei, Sunrise) call it home. Suburban feel with good Seibu/Oedo Line access to central Tokyo.", "station": "Nerima" }, { "id": "ota", "name_en": "Ota", "name_jp": "大田区", "rent_1k": 92862, "rent_1ldk": 153364, "rent_2ldk": 197190, "zero_key_pct": 35, "listings": 1022, "avg_age": 11, "median_condo_price": 32000000, "avg_price_m2": 974141, "gross_yield_pct": 4.72, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "mid", "vibe": "Home to Haneda Airport. Kamata's lively shopping streets contrast with upscale Denenchofu. Wide range of neighborhoods and price points.", "station": "Kamata" }, { "id": "setagaya", "name_en": "Setagaya", "name_jp": "世田谷区", "rent_1k": 101344, "rent_1ldk": 165504, "rent_2ldk": 225814, "zero_key_pct": 35, "listings": 957, "avg_age": 10, "median_condo_price": 59000000, "avg_price_m2": 1210348, "gross_yield_pct": 4.28, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "mid", "vibe": "Tokyo's most populated ward. Shimokitazawa's indie culture, Sangenjaya's nightlife, Futako-Tamagawa's riverside luxury. Something for everyone.", "station": "Shimokitazawa" }, { "id": "shibuya", "name_en": "Shibuya", "name_jp": "渋谷区", "rent_1k": 134224, "rent_1ldk": 241599, "rent_2ldk": 431511, "zero_key_pct": 42, "listings": 1305, "avg_age": 11, "median_condo_price": 69000000, "avg_price_m2": 1907812, "gross_yield_pct": 3.7, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "premium", "vibe": "Beyond the famous crossing — Daikanyama, Ebisu, and Harajuku each have distinct personalities. Tech startups, fashion, and nightlife.", "station": "Shibuya" }, { "id": "shinagawa", "name_en": "Shinagawa", "name_jp": "品川区", "rent_1k": 117810, "rent_1ldk": 206843, "rent_2ldk": 283479, "zero_key_pct": 57, "listings": 1686, "avg_age": 7, "median_condo_price": 34000000, "avg_price_m2": 1424673, "gross_yield_pct": 4.19, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "mid-high", "vibe": "Business hub with Shinkansen access. Osaki and Gotanda are developing fast. Waterfront areas around Tennozu offer modern living.", "station": "Shinagawa" }, { "id": "shinjuku", "name_en": "Shinjuku", "name_jp": "新宿区", "rent_1k": 136868, "rent_1ldk": 224257, "rent_2ldk": 348417, "zero_key_pct": 46, "listings": 1889, "avg_age": 8, "median_condo_price": 42000000, "avg_price_m2": 1491474, "gross_yield_pct": 4.14, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "mid-high", "vibe": "Tokyo's busiest station and Kabukicho's neon. But also quiet residential pockets in Kagurazaka and Waseda. Korea Town in Shin-Okubo.", "station": "Shinjuku" }, { "id": "suginami", "name_en": "Suginami", "name_jp": "杉並区", "rent_1k": 92706, "rent_1ldk": 168067, "rent_2ldk": 210131, "zero_key_pct": 40, "listings": 863, "avg_age": 11, "median_condo_price": 37000000, "avg_price_m2": 1092957, "gross_yield_pct": 4.41, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "budget", "vibe": "Quiet residential charm with excellent Chuo Line access. Koenji's vintage shops and live music scene. Asagaya's jazz bars. Affordable and cultured.", "station": "Koenji" }, { "id": "sumida", "name_en": "Sumida", "name_jp": "墨田区", "rent_1k": 107541, "rent_1ldk": 176387, "rent_2ldk": 232738, "zero_key_pct": 52, "listings": 1803, "avg_age": 7, "median_condo_price": 30000000, "avg_price_m2": 1066974, "gross_yield_pct": 4.68, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "medium", "tier": "mid", "vibe": "Tokyo Skytree's home. Traditional shitamachi (downtown) culture along the Sumida River. Growing in popularity while staying affordable.", "station": "Kinshicho" }, { "id": "taito", "name_en": "Taito", "name_jp": "台東区", "rent_1k": 116819, "rent_1ldk": 182689, "rent_2ldk": 233076, "zero_key_pct": 50, "listings": 1659, "avg_age": 7, "median_condo_price": 37000000, "avg_price_m2": 1219267, "gross_yield_pct": 4.27, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "mid", "vibe": "Tokyo's smallest ward packs Ueno, Asakusa, and Yanaka into one area. Museums, temples, and some of the city's best street food.", "station": "Ueno" }, { "id": "toshima", "name_en": "Toshima", "name_jp": "豊島区", "rent_1k": 114934, "rent_1ldk": 184724, "rent_2ldk": 260155, "zero_key_pct": 55, "listings": 1484, "avg_age": 7, "median_condo_price": 37000000, "avg_price_m2": 1250661, "gross_yield_pct": 4.35, "price_quarter": "2025-Q2", "foreigner": "high", "tier": "mid", "vibe": "Ikebukuro's energy — shopping, dining, and entertainment. Strong Chinese and Southeast Asian communities. Affordable for its centrality.", "station": "Ikebukuro" } ]