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.

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A rich living environment within 1 km of elementary and junior high schools, convenience stores, and supermarkets.

$12,800

A rich living environment within 1 km of elementary and junior high schools, convenience stores, and supermarkets.

Main area of Sumi, Nakatsu City, Oita Prefecture

Oaza Tobitakawa (Tamaki Station) 1,800,000 yen

$11,520

Oaza Tobitakawa (Tamaki Station) 1,800,000 yen

Oaza Tobitakawa, Takeda City, Oita Prefecture

A 2-story 6DK house facing south with good sunlight and a garage for 1 car

$7,680

A 2-story 6DK house facing south with good sunlight and a garage for 1 car

Main area of Esuka, Usa City, Oita Prefecture

Attention fishing enthusiasts!! Enjoy a relaxed slow life in a house with a sea view...♪

$6,400

Attention fishing enthusiasts!! Enjoy a relaxed slow life in a house with a sea view...♪

Oaza Sagaseki, Oita City, Oita Prefecture

A spacious 8K with a land area of 382 tsubo, capable of parking 10 cars and with plenty of rooms.

$6,400

A spacious 8K with a land area of 382 tsubo, capable of parking 10 cars and with plenty of rooms.

Main area of Kushikuri, Kunisaki Town, Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture

A 3DK with a sea view in the popular Saga Seki area is now available! A compact-sized house!

$6,400

A 3DK with a sea view in the popular Saga Seki area is now available! A compact-sized house!

1611 Oaza Sagaseki, Oita City, Oita Prefecture

Imuta Town (Tsukumi Station) 200,000 yen

$1,280

Imuta Town (Tsukumi Station) 200,000 yen

Imuta Town, Tsukumi City, Oita Prefecture

South-facing hillside subdivision!! 13 minutes on foot from Daiozan Line "Iwahara" Station

$28,800

South-facing hillside subdivision!! 13 minutes on foot from Daiozan Line "Iwahara" Station

1007-17 Iwahara, Minamiashigara City, Kanagawa Prefecture

~Can be considered for investment~ Located about 9 minutes on foot from Shioiri Station on a hill

$28,800

~Can be considered for investment~ Located about 9 minutes on foot from Shioiri Station on a hill

5-18-13 Shioiri-cho, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Recommended for both residential and investment purposes.

$24,960

Recommended for both residential and investment purposes.

Kaneda, Atsugi City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Immediate delivery available, land over 50 tsubo, good sunlight, lush residential area, good ventilation

$24,960

Immediate delivery available, land over 50 tsubo, good sunlight, lush residential area, good ventilation

3 Hodogaya-cho, Hodogaya Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture

【5 minutes on foot to Okuchi Station】 Used house in Kamino Ki-cho "Can also be used as a warehouse"

$24,320

【5 minutes on foot to Okuchi Station】 Used house in Kamino Ki-cho "Can also be used as a warehouse"

Kamino Ki-cho, Kanagawa Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture

The view to the south is a full plum grove. / Good view, sunlight, and ventilation

$19,200

The view to the south is a full plum grove. / Good view, sunlight, and ventilation

Taura Daisakucho, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Misaki 2, 2,980,000 yen

$19,072

Misaki 2, 2,980,000 yen

2-17-17 Misaki, Miura City, Kanagawa Prefecture

17 minutes on foot from Yokosuka Chuo Station. A property with a good view on a hill. It's a terrace house. Renovation...

$17,920

17 minutes on foot from Yokosuka Chuo Station. A property with a good view on a hill. It's a terrace house. Renovation...

4 Kamimachi, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Available for both investment and residential use.

$15,872

Available for both investment and residential use.

Miharu Town 6, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Nagauracho 5 (Taura Station) 1.48 million yen

$9,472

Nagauracho 5 (Taura Station) 1.48 million yen

Nagauracho 5, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Close to the station! Detached house under 2 million yen!

$9,472

Close to the station! Detached house under 2 million yen!

Nagauracho 5, Yokosuka City, Kanagawa Prefecture

Kamigo Beppu (Ina Kamigo Station) 2.5 million yen

$16,000

Kamigo Beppu (Ina Kamigo Station) 2.5 million yen

Kamigo Beppu, Iida City, Nagano Prefecture

2.3 million yen

$14,720

2.3 million yen

3159-314 Otaki Village, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture

Fukushima 2.3 million yen

$14,720

Fukushima 2.3 million yen

82-213 Fukushima, Kiso Town, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture

Hoshigaoka (Shimosuwa Station) 2 million yen

$12,800

Hoshigaoka (Shimosuwa Station) 2 million yen

Hoshigaoka, Shimosuwa Town, Suwa District, Nagano Prefecture

Takato Town Fujisawa Katakura 2 million yen

$12,800

Takato Town Fujisawa Katakura 2 million yen

5335 Fujisawa Katakura, Takato Town, Iida City, Nagano Prefecture

Mitake 2 million yen

$12,800

Mitake 2 million yen

Mitake, Kiso Town, Kiso District, Nagano Prefecture

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.