Cheap Akiya Houses Under $30,000

Looking for an affordable entry into Japanese property? These akiya (vacant houses) are all listed under $30,000 USD — perfect for adventurous buyers on a budget.

16208

Properties

$62

Starting From

$29,995

Up To

Joso City, Hanyu Town (Kita-Mizukaido Station) Single-story building 6DK
4

$15,872

Joso City, Hanyu Town (Kita-Mizukaido Station) Single-story building 6DK

Joso City, Hanyu Town
6DK 59.50m² 680,000 yen
Takasaki City, Namie Town (Kitakazaki Station) 2-story 4DK
4

$3,840

Takasaki City, Namie Town (Kitakazaki Station) 2-story 4DK

Takasaki City, Namie Town
4DK 132.48m² January 1959
Hokota City Kushihiki (Shinhokota Station) 2-story 2DK
4

$6,336

Hokota City Kushihiki (Shinhokota Station) 2-story 2DK

Hokota City Kushihiki
2DK 49.68m² April 1996
Toride City Takasu (Irichi Station) 2-story 3DK
4

$4,480

Toride City Takasu (Irichi Station) 2-story 3DK

Toride City Takasu
3DK 116.66m² March 1967
Yonezawa City, Chuo 4-chome (Yonezawa Station) 2-story 4DK
4

$9,472

Yonezawa City, Chuo 4-chome (Yonezawa Station) 2-story 4DK

Yonezawa City, Chuo 4-chome
4DK 119.45m² December 1978
Kesennuma City, Kashiwazaki, 2-story building, 3LDK
4

$27,520

Kesennuma City, Kashiwazaki, 2-story building, 3LDK

Kashiwazaki, Kesennuma City
3LDK 109.99m² Hachimantai City, Araya Shinmachi
Asahikawa City, Higashitakasu Higashi 1-jo 2-chome, 2-story building, 5LDK
4

$16,000

Asahikawa City, Higashitakasu Higashi 1-jo 2-chome, 2-story building, 5LDK

Asahikawa City, Higashitakasu Higashi 1-jo 2-chome
5LDK 116.23m² October 1979
Katta District, Zao Town, Tokarida Onsen, Azashi Shinchi Higashura-yama, 2-story, 3DK
4

$8,960

Katta District, Zao Town, Tokarida Onsen, Azashi Shinchi Higashura-yama, 2-story, 3DK

Katta District, Zao Town, Tokarida Onsen, Azashi Shinchi Higashura-yama
3DK 82.80m² Kamiyama-cho, Iwase-gun
Nakamatama 4.5 million yen
3

$28,800

Nakamatama 4.5 million yen

Nakamatama, Bungo-Takada City, Oita Prefecture
5DK 112.84m2 October 1976
☆ Flat land facing the south road ◇ Parking space for 2 cars available, with a carport
3

$28,800

☆ Flat land facing the south road ◇ Parking space for 2 cars available, with a carport

Hiji Town, Hayami District, Oita Prefecture
6DK+S(納戸) 131.1m2 July 1968
A must-see for DIY enthusiasts! A spacious lot with a shuttered garage warehouse, perfect as a second house!
4

$28,160

A must-see for DIY enthusiasts! A spacious lot with a shuttered garage warehouse, perfect as a second house!

Takase, Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture
4DK 126.83m2 May 1986
Oaza Seike (Nishi-Oita Station) 4.2 million yen
3

$26,880

Oaza Seike (Nishi-Oita Station) 4.2 million yen

Oaza Seike, Oita City, Oita Prefecture
4K 39.66m2 January 1920
Close to the airport! An ocean view property! How about a vacation home!
4

$25,600

Close to the airport! An ocean view property! How about a vacation home!

1640 Hama, Aki Town, Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture
4K 112.17m2 December 1963
Land area of 159 tsubo, a 5DK single-story house where you can enjoy views of Lake Yabakei every day.
3

$25,600

Land area of 159 tsubo, a 5DK single-story house where you can enjoy views of Lake Yabakei every day.

Kakizaka, Yabakei Town, Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture
5DK 158.22m2 June 1979
A house overflowing with nature! Spacious 6DK! Please feel free to contact us.
3

$25,600

A house overflowing with nature! Spacious 6DK! Please feel free to contact us.

Kadakari, Bungo-Takada City, Oita Prefecture
6DK 158.01m2 October 1996
14-minute walk to Hiji Station, with convenience stores and supermarkets within 1 km for a fulfilling living environment
3

$25,600

14-minute walk to Hiji Station, with convenience stores and supermarkets within 1 km for a fulfilling living environment

Kawasakicho, Hiji Town, Hayami District, Oita Prefecture
4DK 70.74m2 April 1981
A quiet living environment surrounded by the sea and mountains
3

$24,320

A quiet living environment surrounded by the sea and mountains

Taketatsu, Kunimi Town, Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture
7LDK 799.55m2 July 1972
3.5 million yen for Yoake (Yoake Station)
3

$22,400

3.5 million yen for Yoake (Yoake Station)

Major area of Yoake, Hita City, Oita Prefecture
5LK+S(納戸) 156.91m2 February 1971
Two-sided lighting, within a land readjustment area, regular-shaped land, quiet residential area
3

$19,200

Two-sided lighting, within a land readjustment area, regular-shaped land, quiet residential area

Major area of Mikoyama Shinden, Usa City, Oita Prefecture
3LDK 79.43m2 July 1976
300,000 yen for Tsuiura, Kamimura (Asaumi Station)
3

$19,200

300,000 yen for Tsuiura, Kamimura (Asaumi Station)

Tsuiura, Kamimura, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture
4K 104.58m2 July 1985
A single-story 4LDK with a land area of 211 tsubo, with a warehouse and garage, facing south with good sunlight.
3

$18,112

A single-story 4LDK with a land area of 211 tsubo, with a warehouse and garage, facing south with good sunlight.

Major area of Hara, Kunisaki Town, Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture
4LDK 118.38m2 January 1972
Expanded in 1986. There are two separate storage buildings. There is a 460㎡ forest behind the property.
3

$17,920

Expanded in 1986. There are two separate storage buildings. There is a 460㎡ forest behind the property.

Major area of Ōhi, Ōtsuru Town, Hita City, Oita Prefecture
6DK 160.42m2 April 1968
A wooden property that feels the warmth of a good old Japanese house. Please feel free to inquire.
3

$17,920

A wooden property that feels the warmth of a good old Japanese house. Please feel free to inquire.

Kawaminami, Yufuin Town, Yufu City, Oita Prefecture
4DK 99.66m2 October 1959
A two-story 4DK in a quiet location surrounded by nature with little traffic.
3

$16,000

A two-story 4DK in a quiet location surrounded by nature with little traffic.

Major area of Hōkyōji, Usa City, Oita Prefecture
4DK 85.53m2 January 1980

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you really buy a house in Japan for under $30,000?

Yes. Many rural akiya (vacant houses) in Japan are listed for under $30,000 USD, sometimes even free. These properties are typically in countryside areas and may need renovation.

What's the catch with cheap akiya?

Most cheap akiya are in rural areas with limited public transport. Some may need significant renovation. Always inspect the property and understand local regulations before purchasing.