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Athome's Latest Rental Station Rankings in Hiroshima Prefecture

Athome Co., Ltd., a leading real estate information service based in Ota, Tokyo, has unveiled the "Athome Rental Station Rankings for Hiroshima Prefecture". This report summarizes the stations with the highest page views (PV) for rental residential properties listed on their site, showcasing the most popular choices for potential renters.

Top Ranked Stations

Overall Winner: Fukuyama Station

For the second consecutive year, Fukuyama Station has secured the top position in the overall rental station rankings. This station, catering to both couples and families, demonstrates significant popularity. It serves as a terminal for multiple lines, which adds to its appeal due to high accessibility and convenience.

Following Fukuyama Station, Hiroshima Station comes in second place, managing to rank within the top three across all categories. Both stations are key transit hubs, connecting various routes and offering residents ample amenities.

Details of the Rankings

According to the report:

• - Fukuyama Station, combined with JR Sanyo Shinkansen, Sanyo Main Line, and Fukuen Line, makes it accessible and practical for daily commuting. In the vicinity, shopping centers such as Sunst Fukuyama and Ainess Fukuyama enhance the living experience by making everyday shopping hassle-free.
• - Hiroshima Station ranks highly for single-person residences—primarily offering studios to 1DK options—due to its role as a central hub in Hiroshima City, with connections to the JR Sanyo Main Line and numerous other local lines. A new station building, minamoa, is set to open in March 2025, introducing a direct streetcar connection and modernizing this key transportation node.

Couples and Family Preferences

When examining rankings by living arrangements:

• - For couples seeking 1LDK to 2DK units, Fukuyama Station again takes the lead. The nearby Higashifukuyama Station ranks second, as it features many public services and commercial facilities, fostering a comfortable living environment.
• - For families searching for 2LDK or larger units, Fukuyama Station is also the top choice, followed by Higashifukuyama Station and Hiroshima Station, respectively.

In fourth place, Saijo Station, known as one of Japan's three great sake brewing areas, offers a serene atmosphere and a journey to Hiroshima Station within approximately 37 minutes during rush hours. The area boasts traditional sake breweries, aligning its character with that of a classic sake town.

This comprehensive ranking by Athome highlights key trends and preferences among renters throughout Hiroshima Prefecture and allows prospective tenants to make informed decisions.

Research Methodology

This ranking is based on the page view data of property detail pages from the Athome real estate information site, considering all entries ranked by total PVs. The analysis covers the period from January 1 to March 31, 2026, to provide insights reflective of recent trends. The study area encompasses Hiroshima Prefecture, ensuring that the results accurately represent local preferences and demands for rental properties.

For detailed information about rental price averages around these popular stations, visit: Rental Price Averages.