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

Poste 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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Exterior of Sasazuka 3-chome House
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JPY88,800,000

Exterior of Heiwajima Detached House
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Heiwajima Detached House is a two-story, elevator-equipped house built in 2015. Located in a quiet residential area within a 5-minute walk from the station, it is surrounded by many facilities to enjoy Japanese culture, such as hot springs, an aquarium, and a shopping district. It is also close to Haneda Airport (15 minutes by Keihin Kyuko Line), providing access to central Tokyo. Ota Ward is known as a special district for private accommodations, and this property is also available for private accommodations. The property is equipped with Japanese and Western-style rooms and a private garden, making it possible to operate an Air-bnb in a quaint atmosphere. The floor plan is a spacious and comfortable 2 SLDK with a 31.23 square meter LDK, a 12.13 square meter Japanese-style room, and a 19.75 square meter Western-style room. The small Japanese-style room is independent and has its own presence. An elevator, which is rare for a two-story building, is installed, and a library and a counter table are arranged as a study room. Depending on its use, it can also be used as a recreation room. Toilets are also located on each floor. Seismic isolation dampers have been installed for earthquake resistance, and the house is fully prepared for earthquakes. It can be used as a second house or remodeled for Air-bnb

JPY88,000,000

Exterior of Royal Motoazabu Garden
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Royal Motoazabu Garden was constructed in December 1978 by Shimizu Corporation. It is located on high ground in Motoazabu 2-chome, close to Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park. The surrounding area is a cosmopolitan environment with embassies of various countries, and the long-established members-only Tokyo Lawn Tennis Club is right in front of the building. The location also offers easy access to Roppongi Hills and the popular Hiroo and Azabu-juban areas. The property is a 10-minute walk from Hiroo Station on the Tokyo Metro Hibiya Line, a 13-minute walk from Azabu-juban Station on the Namboku and Toei Oedo Lines, and 15 minutes from Roppongi Station on the Hibiya and Oedo Lines. The property is a well-maintained condominium with safety features such as an auto-locking system at the entrance and security cameras. Pets are allowed (subject to regulations), seismic reinforcement work was carried out in January 2024 and a certificate of compliance with seismic standards can be issued.

JPY 109,800,000 - 138,000,000

Exterior of Courtly
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JPY 129,800,000

Exterior of Eclair Nogizaka
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JPY 398,000,000

Exterior of Park Court Hamarikyu The Tower
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JPY 279,800,000