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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Wakayama City, Naokawa (Rokutoya Station) 2-story building 5SDK
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$24,130

Wakayama City, Naokawa (Rokutoya Station) 2-story building 5SDK

Wakayama City, Naokawa
5SDK 125.06m² May 1975
2-story 2LDK in Otemachi 7-chome, Suma Ward, Kobe City (Ibayado Station)
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$17,096

2-story 2LDK in Otemachi 7-chome, Suma Ward, Kobe City (Ibayado Station)

Otemachi 7-chome, Suma Ward, Kobe City
2LDK 60.51m² July 1968
Morimachi 1-chome, Izumi-Otsu City (Kitakusumatsu Station) 2-story building 2LDK
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$15,800

Morimachi 1-chome, Izumi-Otsu City (Kitakusumatsu Station) 2-story building 2LDK

Morimachi 1-chome, Izumi-Otsu City
2LDK 50.99m² August 1969
Ogaki City, Akasaka-cho (Minō Akasaka Station) Single-story building 3DK
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$22,088

Ogaki City, Akasaka-cho (Minō Akasaka Station) Single-story building 3DK

Ogaki City, Akasaka-cho
3DK 77.00m² December 1972
Shiraishi City, Obara Aza Minokihira (Koshikawa Station) Single-story building 5LDK
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$4,291

Shiraishi City, Obara Aza Minokihira (Koshikawa Station) Single-story building 5LDK

Shiraishi City, Obara, Minokihira
5LDK 97.88m² January 1956
Currently rented at 45,000 yen per month, move-in date: August 18, 2021 (Reiwa 3)
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$27,350

Currently rented at 45,000 yen per month, move-in date: August 18, 2021 (Reiwa 3)

Wakayama 1, Moroyama Town, Iruma District, Saitama Prefecture
4DK 61.27m2 October 1973
This is a used house in Fushihirai. It is priced affordably.
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$27,472

This is a used house in Fushihirai. It is priced affordably.

Numanoe, Fushihirai, Fukushima City, Fukushima Prefecture
5DK 96.88m2 April 1982
Nakayamada 4.4 million yen
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$26,862

Nakayamada 4.4 million yen

Nakayamada, Nihonmatsu City, Fukushima Prefecture
8K 192.25m2 January 1963
■Daily shopping is available at a convenience store and supermarket about 3 minutes by car.
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$23,199

■Daily shopping is available at a convenience store and supermarket about 3 minutes by car.

Kamihobara, Hohara-cho, Date City, Fukushima Prefecture
6LDK 114.76m2 December 1972
A detached house for agricultural workers. In addition to the residential land, there are fields and woodlands.
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$21,367

A detached house for agricultural workers. In addition to the residential land, there are fields and woodlands.

Donoin, Nishifukuzawa, Oaza, Kawamata Town, Date District, Fukushima Prefecture
6DK 156.95m2 June 1979
3,500,000 yen, Nakatouchi, Higashifukuzawa, Oaza
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$21,367

3,500,000 yen, Nakatouchi, Higashifukuzawa, Oaza

Nakatouchi, Higashifukuzawa, Oaza, Kawamata Town, Date District, Fukushima Prefecture
5DK 158.36m2 1969年7月
In addition to the main house, there are warehouses and a garage. The bath and washbasin have been renovated.
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$17,582

In addition to the main house, there are warehouses and a garage. The bath and washbasin have been renovated.

2 Mishimacho, Haranomachi District, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture
7DK 132.3m2 March 1965
The property will be handed over in its current condition, including any remaining items on the premises. Please be aware.
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$17,094

The property will be handed over in its current condition, including any remaining items on the premises. Please be aware.

Jin'gazaki, Haranomachi District, Minamisoma City, Fukushima Prefecture
5K 89.98m2 October 1985
Delivery: Negotiable
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$11,599

Delivery: Negotiable

Structure: Wooden 1-story
5K 86.38m2 December 1974
■This is a 5K house built on a spacious approximately 185 tsubo lot.
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$9,157

■This is a 5K house built on a spacious approximately 185 tsubo lot.

Matsuyama Town, Muramatsu, Kitakata City, Fukushima Prefecture, Tokiwacho
5K 212.79m2 November 1952
■A residence with plenty of rooms featuring a 12SDK layout and a vast lot
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$4,151

■A residence with plenty of rooms featuring a 12SDK layout and a vast lot

Nishino Uchi, Jitsuzawa, Miharu Town, Tamura County, Fukushima Prefecture
12DK+S(納戸) 219.71m2 1984年10月
A spacious lot of over 100 tsubo in a quiet living environment. The garden can be used for various purposes.
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$15,140

A spacious lot of over 100 tsubo in a quiet living environment. The garden can be used for various purposes.

Takasago-cho, Kitami City, Hokkaido
4LDK 120.24m2 1987年8月
Narutocity, Muya-cho, Kokuwa Island, Maegumi (Naruto Station) 2-story building 5K
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$17,670

Narutocity, Muya-cho, Kokuwa Island, Maegumi (Naruto Station) 2-story building 5K

Narutocity, Muya-cho, Kokuwa Island, Maegumi
5K 72.20m² December 1971
Annaka City, Haraichi (Isobe Station) Single-story building 2DK
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$6,184

Annaka City, Haraichi (Isobe Station) Single-story building 2DK

Annaka City, Haraichi
2DK 49.68m² June 1982
Used single-family home in Nakadomari Town, Kitatsugaru District, Aomori Prefecture, Oaza Fukagota, Aza Tomimori

$18,315

Used single-family home in Nakadomari Town, Kitatsugaru District, Aomori Prefecture, Oaza Fukagota, Aza Tomimori

Oaza Fukagota, Aza Tomimori, Nakadomari Town, Kitatsugaru District, Aomori Prefecture
Sanada-cho Bōyō 800,000 yen
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$4,884

Sanada-cho Bōyō 800,000 yen

Sanada-cho Bōyō, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture
3DK+2S(納戸) 177.83m2 1972年1月
Bessho Town 2 2,000,000 yen
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$12,210

Bessho Town 2 2,000,000 yen

2-42 Bessho Town, Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture
8DK 215.05m2 September 1980
Shibushi City, Matsuyama Town, Shinbashi, Single-story building, 4DK
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$63

Shibushi City, Matsuyama Town, Shinbashi, Single-story building, 4DK

Shibushi City, Matsuyama Town, Shinbashi
4DK 74.05m² January 1907
Mihara City, Koizumicho (Hongō Station), 2-story, 5DK
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$24,492

Mihara City, Koizumicho (Hongō Station), 2-story, 5DK

Mihara City, Koizumicho
5DK 88.65m² February 1976

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.