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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$29,999

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Etomo Town 2 1,800,000 yen
3

$11,368

Etomo Town 2 1,800,000 yen

2-30-12 Etomo Town, Muroran City, Hokkaido
4LDK+S(納戸) 111.85m2 March 1980
Jinkamioka 1,800,000 yen
3

$11,368

Jinkamioka 1,800,000 yen

Jinkamioka, Imakane Town, Setana District, Hokkaido
5LDK 151.23m2 January 1981
Rokujou Higashi 12 1.5 million yen
3

$9,474

Rokujou Higashi 12 1.5 million yen

12-38-1 Rokujou Higashi, Iwamizawa City, Hokkaido
4LDK 92.74m2 July 1975
Wakatake Town (Otaru Chikko Station) 1.5 million yen
3

$9,474

Wakatake Town (Otaru Chikko Station) 1.5 million yen

Wakadake-cho, Otaru City, Hokkaido
5LDK 120.69m2 June 1973
Kashiwamachi 1.5 million yen
3

$9,474

Kashiwamachi 1.5 million yen

449-4 Kashiwamachi, Mikasa City, Hokkaido
4LDK 59.85m2 October 1967
Toyokawa Town 1.4 million yen
3

$8,842

Toyokawa Town 1.4 million yen

Toyokawa Town, Otaru City, Hokkaido
2LDK 51.66m2 1968年8月
Shio Midai 1 (Minami-Otaru Station) 1,300,000 yen
3

$8,210

Shio Midai 1 (Minami-Otaru Station) 1,300,000 yen

Shio Midai 1, Otaru City, Hokkaido
4LDK 66.91m2 November 1972
Beppo 7 1,300,000 yen
3

$8,210

Beppo 7 1,300,000 yen

Beppo 7-105 106, Kushiro Town, Kushiro District, Hokkaido
4LDK 101.58m2 October 1978
Okuzawa 1 (Minami-Otaru Station) 1,200,000 yen
3

$7,579

Okuzawa 1 (Minami-Otaru Station) 1,200,000 yen

Okuzawa 1, Otaru City, Hokkaido
4LDK 88.19m2 January 1948
Ishiyama-cho 1,100,000 yen
3

$6,947

Ishiyama-cho 1,100,000 yen

Ishiyama-cho, Otaru City, Hokkaido
5LDK 107.46m2 May 1979
Asahicho 1,000,000 yen
3

$6,316

Asahicho 1,000,000 yen

Asahicho, Yoichi Town, Yoichi District, Hokkaido
7LDK 126.94m2 July 1983
Wakadake-cho (Otaru Chikko Station) 1,000,000 yen
3

$6,316

Wakadake-cho (Otaru Chikko Station) 1,000,000 yen

Wakadake-cho, Otaru City, Hokkaido
2LDK 37.19m2 January 1979
Minami 9-jo 9 (Tokachi Shimizu Station) 400,000 yen
3

$2,526

Minami 9-jo 9 (Tokachi Shimizu Station) 400,000 yen

9-1-2 Minami 9-jo, Shimizu Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
4LDK 100.44m2 January 1981
Used single-family home in Shimoidai

$18,884

Used single-family home in Shimoidai

526-47 Shimoidai Town, Matsuyama City, Ehime Prefecture
Used single-family home 3.5km from JR Hakodate Main Line Otaru Station
2

$26,211

Used single-family home 3.5km from JR Hakodate Main Line Otaru Station

3.5km from JR Hakodate Main Line Otaru Station, 1-16-17 Akaiwa, Otaru City, Hokkaido
1LDK 64.79m² August 2008
■This price is due to the inability to rebuild | Used house for investment and DIY purposes ■Good sunlight♪
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$25,137

■This price is due to the inability to rebuild | Used house for investment and DIY purposes ■Good sunlight♪

Nara Prefecture, Nara City, Shindencho
5DK 88.24m2 December 1981
Joyo City Hirakawa Higashikagaito (Kuzugawa Station) 2-story 4K
4

$22,123

Joyo City Hirakawa Higashikagaito (Kuzugawa Station) 2-story 4K

Joyo City Hirakawa Higashikagaito
4K 55.94m² October 1971
Spacious single-story house on approximately 90 tsubo of land with a good view
3

$28,422

Spacious single-story house on approximately 90 tsubo of land with a good view

Katsuragi, Konan-cho, Koka City, Shiga Prefecture
4K 63.95m2 1976年4月
Minamihongo-cho 3 (Omi Hachiman Station) 4 million yen
3

$25,264

Minamihongo-cho 3 (Omi Hachiman Station) 4 million yen

Minamihongo-cho 3, Omi Hachiman City, Shiga Prefecture
3K+S(納戸) 51.43m2 1977年5月
◆ Supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacies are within walking distance ◆ Adjacent land (vacant lot) is also for sale
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$24,000

◆ Supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacies are within walking distance ◆ Adjacent land (vacant lot) is also for sale

Nishimanboku, Azumigawa-cho, Takashima City, Shiga Prefecture
3DK 97.6m2 July 1979
There are no slopes, making this property comfortable for both cycling and walking.
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$24,000

There are no slopes, making this property comfortable for both cycling and walking.

Kamihada-cho, Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture
4LDK 94.4m2 June 1973
South-facing with good sunlight × 7DK! Can also be considered as an investment property!
3

$22,106

South-facing with good sunlight × 7DK! Can also be considered as an investment property!

Oka, Ritto City, Shiga Prefecture
7DK 74.49m2 April 1972
Chato Town (Oiwake Station) 2 million yen
3

$12,632

Chato Town (Oiwake Station) 2 million yen

Chato Town, Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture
3K 41.79m2 April 1980
Otsu City, Inazu 1-chome (Ishiyama Station) 2-story 3K
4

$25,117

Otsu City, Inazu 1-chome (Ishiyama Station) 2-story 3K

Otsu City, Inazu 1-chome
3K 51.03m² May 1974

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.