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Record High Property Prices in Japan

The real estate investment landscape in Japan has witnessed significant changes, according to the latest "Monthly Report on Rental Property Market Trends" released by Kenbiya, a subsidiary of LIFULL, on the upcoming October 2025 reporting period. The report highlights a record high in property prices, particularly for apartment buildings, maintaining an average yield of around 8%.

Key Findings

Kenbiya's comprehensive survey aggregates data from across Japan on three types of residential rental properties: sectionalized apartments, entire apartment buildings, and entire condominium units. Here’s a summary of the findings from the report:

Sectionalized Apartments

The yield for sectionalized apartments decreased by 0.11 percentage points from the previous month, standing at 6.58%. The average price also dropped by 2.69%, settling at around 24.23 million yen.

Entire Apartment Buildings

In contrast, entire apartment buildings reached an average price of approximately 88.59 million yen, marking a 1.93% increase since last month. This recent surge also establishes a new record high since data collection began, with yields slightly dropping by 0.04 percentage points to 8.00%.

Entire Condominium Units

For entire condominium units, the yield fell by 0.03 percentage points to 7.48%, with prices also seeing a marginal decline of 1.12%, averaging 190.52 million yen.

Market Observations

Kenbiya’s reporting team noted that despite fluctuations in yields, the rental property market continues to experience robust investment demand. The average price of entire apartment buildings has set a new peak, and the approximate 8% yield indicates a sustained level of profitability.

From a long-term perspective, the data suggests a trend where prices are increasing while yields are gradually decreasing across all property types. This trend suggests that rental real estate is becoming a stable option for asset management and investment.

The report further indicates that more investors are recognizing the importance of thorough market analysis, which is crucial for making informed investment decisions. Kenbiya aims to continuously share these market realities to support investors in navigating the evolving real estate landscape.

Survey Details

The data referenced in the report was compiled from properties registered with Kenbiya between October 1 and October 31, 2025. Key metrics included:

• - Yield (gross yield)
• - Average property prices

For those interested in delving deeper into the market dynamics, detailed reports can be downloaded directly from Kenbiya's website.

About Kenbiya

Kenbiya is a comprehensive information platform dedicated to real estate investment. It offers insights through articles written by well-known investors, news, and seminars aimed at enhancing investor knowledge.

For more detailed information, please visit Kenbiya and LIFULL HOME'S Real Estate Investment.

Company Background

• - Company Name: Kenbiya, Inc.
• - Location: 1-4-4 Kojimachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo
• - CEO: Ryosuke Naruse
• - Established: April 2004

About LIFULL

LIFULL, listed on the Tokyo Prime Market as 2120, aims to address societal issues through business innovation and create a happier society, ensuring every individual's life is filled with satisfaction and joy. Their services span various sectors including housing, senior care, and community revitalization.