Is Now the Good Time to Sell Real Estate in Tokyo? 2025 Market Predictions & Price Trends

Post date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Tokyo Real Estate Prices: What's Happening and What’s Next?

We’ve created a video that takes an in-depth look at the Tokyo real estate market and the factors driving its rapid price increases.

Since the pandemic, real estate prices in Tokyo have skyrocketed, with the average price of newly built condominiums exceeding 100 million yen in 2023. This surge has been influenced by wealthy foreign investors and buyers.

To help you understand this trend, sales experts from PLAZA HOMES, a bilingual real estate agency in central Tokyo, break down the reasons behind the rising prices and what to expect moving forward.

Key Topics Covered in the Video:

・Why have central Tokyo condo prices surged so much?

・Who is actually buying these expensive properties?

・How do Tokyo real estate prices compare to other major cities?

・Where are prices expected to rise, and where might they drop?

・What key factors could impact the market in the coming years?

・Is now a good time to sell?

・Important changes, including the Energy Conservation Standards Mandate in 2025.

If you're considering buying or selling property, this is a must-watch!

Watch the full video here: 
https://youtu.be/0189Dpscpe0

Stay informed and make smarter real estate decisions by watching our in-depth analysis.

 

 

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