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Kyoto Real Estate Price Guide

Once home to the Japanese capital, and in many ways still a capital of Japanese culture and history, Kyoto is also one of the most popular areas for foreigners to live in Japan. Kyoto Prefecture is located in the Kansai region of Western Japan, bordered by Osaka, Hyogo, Nara, Fukui, Mie, and Shiga Prefectures. It covers a total area of 4,612 km², and has a northern coastline along the Sea of Japan. The total population of Kyoto Prefecture is approximately 2.61 million people.


In this article, we will show you the average home, apartment, and land price in 3 of Kyoto’s most popular cities. If you are interested in purchasing real estate in Kyoto Prefecture, keep reading to find out the average property price and see some homes and land that are currently for sale.


Kyoto City

Kyoto, Japan by Pedro Szekely is licensed under CC BY 2.0 

The capital of Kyoto Prefecture, Kyoto City was once the capital of Japan and thus both the seat of political power and the epicenter of Japanese culture. Despite the capital moving east to the city of Edo, now better known as Tokyo, the remnants of Kyoto’s long history as the capital remain to this day. Countless shrines and temples, palace grounds, a castle and more are scattered throughout the city, making it a place where history has a powerful physical presence. 

Far from living in the past, however, Kyoto is a modern international city with a diverse population, convenient infrastructure, and all the benefits of city life, without as much crowding as some bigger Japanese cities. This makes it a very attractive place to live for locals and foreigners alike.


Property Type
Average Price Per Square Meter
House
 ¥305,000 ($2,760 USD)
Apartment/Condominium
¥441,000 ($3,991 USD)
Land
¥303,000 ($2,742 USD)


Below are some examples of real estate currently for sale in Kyoto City:

Home 





Price
59.8 Million Yen (541,908 USD)
Location
Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
15 minute walk from Mototanaka Station on the Eizan Line; 2 minutes walk from Kitashirakawa Oguracho bus stop
Layout
3SLDK
Building Area
119.81㎡
Land Area
135.54㎡
Year Built
1999
Days on Market
63 days
Notes
Unoccupied home, available to view any time

Apartment





Price
24.5 Million Yen ( 222,020 USD)
Location
Yamashina-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
8 minute walk from Higashino Station on the Tozai Subway Line
Layout
3LDK
Occupied Area
69.39㎡
Balcony Area
24.10㎡
Floor
1F
Year Built
2008
Days on Market
5
Notes
Occupied, interior unavailable for viewing

Land



Price
80 Million Yen (724,960 USD)
Location
Ukyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
4 minute walk from Randen-Saga Station on the Keifuku Line
Land Area
311.37㎡
Days on Market
20
Notes
Vacant lot, available to view anytime

Uji City

Uji, Kyoto by 663highland is licensed under CC BY 2.0 


Much like its close neighbor Kyoto, Uji also boasts many important cultural and historical sites, including several UNESCO World Heritage sites. Known for its high-quality green tea, it is home to what some think is the oldest tea house in the world, Tsuen Tea. 

Located along the Uji River, the city features several large parks and a botanical garden, and most of the city is easily accessible by rail. Uji is also the second largest city in Kyoto by population count, with a population of 184,726. Uji is a 40 minute train ride south of central Kyoto City. 


Property Type
Average Price Per Square Meter
House
¥197,000 ($1,783 USD)
Apartment/Condominium
¥212,000 ($1,919 USD)
Land
¥108,000 ($978 USD)


Below are some examples of real estate currently for sale in Uji:

Home 





Price
25.8 Million Yen (233,800 USD)
Location
Kohata Okurayama, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
20 minute walk from Rokujizo Station on the Nara Line
Layout
4SLDK
Building Area
91.91㎡
Land Area
125.69㎡
Year Built
2004
Days on Market
90
Notes
Vacant home, available to view anytime

Apartment





Price:
18.8 Million Yen (170,366 USD)
Location
Kohata Kumakoji, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
5 minute walk from Kohata Station on the Keihan Uji Line
Layout
2LDK
Occupied Area
78.79㎡
Balcony Area
15.00㎡
Floor
1F
Year Built
1982
Days on Market
50
Notes
Tenant-occupied, unable to view the inside, exterior only.

Land



Price
34.8 Million Yen (315,357 USD)
Location
Uji Myoraku, Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
6 minute walk to Uji station on the Nara Line
Land Area
176.68㎡
Days on Market
11
Notes
Unoccupied, available to view anytime; building remaining on site


Kameoka City

Kameoka Station, Kyoto by Saigen Jiro is licensed under CC BY 2.0 


Located just west of Kyoto City and north of Osaka, Kameoka is the third most populous city in the prefecture with a total population of 89,479. Once a key transport hub between Kyoto and the surrounding regions, it is now largely a suburb of Kyoto City. Still, it has its own charms as well, including many historical sites such as temples and shrines. It is also the starting point of a popular boat ride down the Hozu river. 


Property Type
Average Price Per Square Meter
House
¥145,000 ($1,314 USD)
Apartment/Condominium
¥223,000 ($2,021 USD)
Land
 ¥49,000 ($444 USD)


Below are some examples of real estate currently for sale in Kameoka:

Home 





Price
19.8 Million Yen (179,427 USD)
Location
Shinochoshino, Shimonishiyama, Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
27 minute walk from Umahori Station on the Sanin Line
Layout
3LDK
Building Area
101.85㎡
Land Area
113.16㎡
Year Built
2008
Days on Market
90
Notes
Occupied home; must set up viewing in advance

Apartment



Price
9 Million Yen (81,558 USD)
Location
Kita Kawaramachi, Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
23 minute walk from Kameoka Station on the Sanin Line
Layout
3LDK
Occupied Area
66.51㎡
Balcony Area
14.75㎡
Floor
5
Year Built
1992
Days on Market
24
Notes
Tenant-occupied, unable to view the inside, exterior only

Land



Price
1.5 Million Yen (14,118 USD)
Location
Shinocho-Miharu, Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture
Access:
9 minute walk from Umahori Station on the Sanin Line
Land Area
112.35㎡
Days on Market
26
Notes
Vacant lot, available to view anytime


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*note: This article is for informational purposes only. As of the time of publishing these properties were available for sale, we cannot guarantee the availability of any of these properties at the time of your inquiry. Please contact us to make a detailed inquiry. Exchange rates change daily the US dollar amount is given strictly as a reference.

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