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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How about living in a traditional house? This property is recommended for DIY enthusiasts!
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$15,936

How about living in a traditional house? This property is recommended for DIY enthusiasts!

1 Shinko, Otaru City, Hokkaido
4LDK 97.51m2 June 1962
1.5 million yen for a spacious 5LDK. Revive it into your ideal home with DIY.
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$9,600

1.5 million yen for a spacious 5LDK. Revive it into your ideal home with DIY.

1 Ichijo, Fukagawa City, Hokkaido
5LDK 118.99m2 July 1969
A spacious single-story house has appeared in Shimizu Town!
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$9,600

A spacious single-story house has appeared in Shimizu Town!

3 Kitani-jo, Shimizu Town, Kamikawa District, Hokkaido
4K 64.8m2 June 1979
◆Land for sale with an old house on a 60-tsubo lot◆ A great location just 6 minutes on foot from JR Hakodate Main Line "Kamihoromukai" Station
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$6,272

◆Land for sale with an old house on a 60-tsubo lot◆ A great location just 6 minutes on foot from JR Hakodate Main Line "Kamihoromukai" Station

5 Kamihoromukai Kita 1-jo, Iwamizawa City, Hokkaido
5LDK 90.72m2 November 1974
This was an old dairy product wholesale store. If you convert the first-floor warehouse into a garage, it can accommodate 4 cars!
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$19,072

This was an old dairy product wholesale store. If you convert the first-floor warehouse into a garage, it can accommodate 4 cars!

Hiyoshi Town, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
5DK 370.15m2 August 1977
How about living in a quiet environment with a good view in a single-story house?
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$18,112

How about living in a quiet environment with a good view in a single-story house?

Nakagawahara, Noshiro Town, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
3K 58.35m2 May 1965
2.8 million yen for Higashimizusawa, Itaita, Omori Town
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$17,920

2.8 million yen for Higashimizusawa, Itaita, Omori Town

Higashimizusawa, Itaita, Omori Town, Yokote City, Akita Prefecture
6DK 90.9m2 October 1955
Commercial facilities are within a 10-minute walk! You can relax on the engawa while looking at the garden.
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$17,920

Commercial facilities are within a 10-minute walk! You can relax on the engawa while looking at the garden.

Nezakatokoshinmachi, Odate City, Akita Prefecture
8DK 175.55m2 June 1973
Enjoy a wide range of activities from home gardening to barbecues in the large garden!
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$17,920

Enjoy a wide range of activities from home gardening to barbecues in the large garden!

Zenigadai, Iwa, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
2LDK+S(納戸) 147.34m2 January 1968
In addition to a spacious 6SDK layout, there are 2 storage rooms, providing plenty of storage.
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$17,792

In addition to a spacious 6SDK layout, there are 2 storage rooms, providing plenty of storage.

Kiyosuke Town, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
6DK+2S(納戸) 119.63m2 April 1973
The first floor has 4 rooms, perfect for families or those wanting hobby rooms♪
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$16,512

The first floor has 4 rooms, perfect for families or those wanting hobby rooms♪

Suiki Nagane, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
6DK 139.35m2 June 1970
Yokomori 1 (Akita Station) 2.5 million yen
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$16,000

Yokomori 1 (Akita Station) 2.5 million yen

Yokomori 1, Akita City, Akita Prefecture
5DK 141.14m2 January 1973
Tajiri Shimonoda, San'nai, Kawabe (Obarino Station) 2.5 million yen
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$16,000

Tajiri Shimonoda, San'nai, Kawabe (Obarino Station) 2.5 million yen

Tajiri Shimonoda, San'nai, Kawabe, Akita City, Akita Prefecture
3DK 84.56m2 January 1950
A sunny 4DK single-story house nestled in a quiet residential area! Just a 7-minute walk to Frespo Noshiro♪
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$16,000

A sunny 4DK single-story house nestled in a quiet residential area! Just a 7-minute walk to Frespo Noshiro♪

Shimosese, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
4DK 82.81m2 May 1981
Magaribuchi, Nanokamachi, Yajima Town (Yajima Station) 2.5 million yen
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$16,000

Magaribuchi, Nanokamachi, Yajima Town (Yajima Station) 2.5 million yen

Magaribuchi, Nanokamachi, Yajima Town, Yurihonjo City, Akita Prefecture
10K 226.99m2 May 1982
Located just off the bus street! Despite the compact lot, it has a 4DK layout.
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$14,080

Located just off the bus street! Despite the compact lot, it has a 4DK layout.

Shin'ya Funabamachi, Akita City, Akita Prefecture
4DK 92.2m2 July 1976
Kanegasawa, Yunomata, Uchikawa 2 million yen
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$12,800

Kanegasawa, Yunomata, Uchikawa 2 million yen

Kanegasawa, Yunomata, Uchikawa, Gojome Town, Minamiakita County, Akita Prefecture
10DK+S(納戸) 313.84m2 August 1981
Higashidai 4 (Higashi-Odate Station) 2 million yen
3

$12,800

Higashidai 4 (Higashi-Odate Station) 2 million yen

Higashidai 4, Odate City, Akita Prefecture
6DK 120.69m2 March 1969
Nishiyabun, Okawa Okawa (Hachirogata Station) 1.74 million yen
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$11,136

Nishiyabun, Okawa Okawa (Hachirogata Station) 1.74 million yen

Nishiyabun, Okawa Okawa, Gojome Town, Minamiakita County, Akita Prefecture
4LDK+2S(納戸) 132.33m2 1997年10月
Southeast corner lot with shutter garage! Convenient 5K house♪ Easy access to National Route 101
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$10,752

Southeast corner lot with shutter garage! Convenient 5K house♪ Easy access to National Route 101

Juyoku Nagane, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
5K 124.38m2 January 1975
Yoshizawa, Sugisawa (Yokote Station) 1.5 million yen
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$9,600

Yoshizawa, Sugisawa (Yokote Station) 1.5 million yen

183-4 Yoshizawa, Sugisawa, Yokote City, Akita Prefecture
4LDK 121.5m2 June 1973
It takes 6 minutes by car to the sand dune hot spring Yumelon, where you can see the sunset over the Japan Sea♪
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$9,472

It takes 6 minutes by car to the sand dune hot spring Yumelon, where you can see the sunset over the Japan Sea♪

Iriguchi, Ashizaki, Mitsuse Town, Yamamoto County, Akita Prefecture
4DK 68m2 January 1984
Enjoy single-story living in a lush green environment♪ You can purchase it with monthly payments under 4,000 yen.
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$8,192

Enjoy single-story living in a lush green environment♪ You can purchase it with monthly payments under 4,000 yen.

Totomeki, Mukinoshiro, Noshiro City, Akita Prefecture
4DK 118.84m2 January 1974
900,000 yen for Torimori, Hirasawa
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$5,760

900,000 yen for Torimori, Hirasawa

Torimori, Hirasawa, Nikaho City, Akita Prefecture
6LDK 119.24m2 April 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.