When you are looking for a share house, have you ever come across properties in popular areas of Tokyo where the rent is in the 30,000 yen range?
Some people may be worried because they feel that the price is too low compared to regular rental properties.
In this article, we will introduce why share houses are cheap, areas where you can live in the 30,000 yen range, and recommended properties.
If you are looking to live in a safe and comfortable shared house while keeping your rent low, please check this out.
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Why the rent for a shared house is cheaper than a rental property
The reason why shared house rents are low is due to the system in which rents are determined.
In a typical rental property, in addition to the size of the room and location, the ``facilities'' such as the number of stoves in the kitchen and whether the bath and toilet are separated are included in the factors that determine the rent.
On the other hand, in a shared house, the rent is determined only by the size of the room and location.
This is because facilities such as kitchens, baths, and toilets are only available in common spaces, so they are not a factor in determining individual rent.
The main types of rooms in share houses are private rooms, semi-private rooms, and dormitories, and the less private space you have, the cheaper the rent will be.
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In which areas of Tokyo's 23 wards can you live in a share house priced at 30,000 yen?
Which area should I look for to live in a property in the 30,000 yen range in Tokyo's 23 wards?
Below are the market rent prices for share houses and rental properties in 23 areas in Tokyo.
Shared houses are assumed to have private rooms, and rental properties are assumed to be one-room rooms.
Rent prices for share houses and rental properties (*separately, common area fees, management fees, etc.)
| 23 wards | Shared house rent market price (lowest to lowest) | Rental market price of rental properties |
| Katsushika | Approximately 39,800 yen | Approximately 67,000 yen |
| Adachi Ward | Approximately 39,800 yen | Approximately 69,000 yen |
| Kita Ward | Approximately 40,000 yen | Approximately 81,000 yen |
| Arakawa | Approximately 40,800 yen | Approximately 79,000 yen |
| Edogawa Ward | Approximately 41,200 yen | Approximately 68,000 yen |
| Nerima Ward | Approximately 42,800 yen | Approximately 71,000 yen |
| Toshima ward | Approximately 43,400 yen | Approximately 89,000 yen |
| Ota-ku | Approximately 43,500 yen | Approximately 82,000 yen |
| Nakano | Approximately 44,600 yen | Approximately 83,000 yen |
| Taito | Approximately 45,000 yen | Approximately 102,000 yen |
| Itabashi Ward | Approximately 45,200 yen | Approximately 76,000 yen |
| Sumida Ward | Approximately 47,000 yen | Approximately 92,000 yen |
| Setagaya | Approximately 49,800 yen | Approximately 87,000 yen |
| Koto Ward | Approximately 50,000 yen | Approximately 96,000 yen |
| Suginami | Approximately 52,000 yen | Approximately 79,000 yen |
| Bunkyo Ward | Approximately 53,600 yen | Approximately 97,000 yen |
| Shinjuku ward | Approximately 54,200 yen | Approximately 99,000 yen |
| Shibuya Ward | Approximately 55,000 yen | Approximately 119,000 yen |
| Chiyoda Ward | Approximately 55,000 yen | Approximately 120,000 yen |
| Shinagawa Ward | Approximately 56,400 yen | Approximately 96,000 yen |
| Meguro | Approximately 62,800 yen | Approximately 105,000 yen |
| Chuo-ku | Approximately 64,000 yen | Approximately 110,000 yen |
| Minato-ku | Approximately 66,000 yen | Approximately 125,000 yen |
| average | Approximately 49,213 yen | Approximately 90,957 yen |
Looking at the table above, it seems that there are plenty of share houses in the 30,000 yen range if you search mainly in Katsushika and Adachi wards.
The cheapest rental property in Katsushika Ward costs about 67,000 yen, so it may be difficult to find a rental property in the 30,000 yen range.
If you want to live in a studio in Katsushika Ward, you might be better off living in a shared house in Minato Ward, where the average rent price is about the same, and you will be able to enjoy a larger private room and better facilities.
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Difference in initial cost between shared house and rental property
There is also a difference in the initial costs of a shared house and a rental property.
Initial costs for share houses and rental properties (*assuming the rent is 30,000 yen)
| share-house | General rental property | |
| rent | 30,000 yen | 30,000 yen |
| Common service fee | 15,000 yen | 2,500 yen |
| Contract money | 30,000 yen | none |
| security deposit | none | 30,000 yen |
| key money | none | 30,000 yen |
| Brokerage fee | none | 33,000 yen |
| Guarantee company usage fee | None (*Some properties require joining a guarantee company) | 15,000 yen |
| fire insurance premium | none | 7,500 yen |
| key replacement cost | none | 7,500 yen |
| total | 75,000 yen | 155,500 yen |
Many share houses do not have security deposits, key money, or brokerage fees; instead, you pay a contract deposit as an initial fee.
Another feature is that monthly utility bills and daily necessities are paid from the common area fee.
On the other hand, many rental properties require security deposits, key money, and brokerage fees, as well as insurance premiums and key replacement costs.
As a result, initial costs are often high.
Even if you rent a property with a rent in the 30,000 yen range, there will be initial costs, and monthly utilities and living expenses will also be added.
Taking the above conditions into consideration, if you live alone with a rent in the 30,000 yen range, a shared house will probably be cheaper.
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3 recommended share houses where you can live for rent in the 30,000 yen range
From here, we will introduce share houses recommended by XROSS HOUSE where you can live for a rent of around 30,000 yen.
Recommended share house ① [Katsushika Ward] TOKYO β Ayase 7
The first share house we recommend is "TOKYO β Ayase 7" in Katsushika Ward.
This is a completely private share house located 11 minutes walk from Ayase Station on the JR Joban Line and Tokyo Metro Chiyoda Line.
The various fees are as follows.
Various fees for TOKYO β Ayase 7
| item | Amount of money |
| rent | 34,000 yen/month |
| Initial cost | 30,000 yen |
| Common expenses (including utilities and common equipment fees) | 15,000 yen/month |
| System usage fee (service fee) | 1,100 yen/month (tax included) |
| Cancellation fee | 16,500 yen (tax included) |
The private room is equipped with a bed, desk, chair, storage shelf, refrigerator, TV, etc., so there is no need to prepare furniture when moving.
Futons and mattresses are also provided, so you can start your new life right away.
The common space is equipped with showers, toilets, sinks, washing machines, kitchen furniture, and cooking utensils.
The nearest station, Ayase Station, is directly connected to the city center on the Chiyoda Line and also has the first train, making it perfect for commuting.
There are plenty of supermarkets, convenience stores, drug stores, and restaurants around the station, so you won't have any trouble shopping.
The neighboring stations, Kita-Senju and Kita-Ayase, also have plenty of commercial facilities and lush parks.
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Recommended share house ② [Toshima Ward] XROSS Kanamecho 4
The next share house we will introduce is "XROSS Kanamemachi 4," which is located a 6-minute walk from Kanamemachi Station on the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line and Fukutoshin Line.
This is also a small share house with a completely private room type and a capacity of 6 people.
Please see below for various fees.
Various fees for XROSS Kanamecho 4
| item | Amount of money |
| rent | 34,800 yen/month |
| Initial cost | 30,000 yen |
| Common expenses (including utilities and common equipment fees) | 15,000 yen/month |
| System usage fee (service fee) | 1,100 yen/month (tax included) |
| Cancellation fee | 16,500 yen (tax included) |
The private room is equipped with a bed, desk, storage shelf, refrigerator, and TV, making it convenient when you want to spend some time alone.
There is also a TV in the living room, so residents can share their time together.
It is located in Kaname-cho, a well-hidden area with access to Ikebukuro Station in 2 minutes by train or 20 minutes on foot.
Although there is no downtown area, there are supermarkets, drug stores, convenience stores, etc. around the station, so you can buy food and daily necessities.
It is a safe and safe area to live in.
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Recommended share house ③ [Chiyoda Ward] XROSS Hanzomon 2
You can also live in "XROSS Hanzomon 2" in Hanzomon, Chiyoda Ward, located in the center of the 23rd ward, for around 30,000 yen.
It is located a 4-minute walk from Hanzomon Station on the Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, and the room type is a dormitory.
The amounts of rent and common area fees are as follows.
Various fees for XROSS Hanzomon 2
| item | Amount of money |
| rent | 30,000 yen/month |
| Initial cost | 30,000 yen |
| Common expenses (including utilities and common equipment fees) | 15,000 yen/month |
| System usage fee (service fee) | 1,100 yen/month (tax included) |
| Cancellation fee | 16,500 yen (tax included) |
Each dormitory-type room has bunk beds, one of which can be used as a private space.
There is a desk, storage shelf, and electrical outlet inside the bed, so it's convenient for doing some work on your computer or storing your personal belongings.
The area around Hanzomon Station is home to the Imperial Palace, the British Embassy, the National Theater, and more, creating a relaxing and calm atmosphere.
There are many galleries and museums, making it perfect for those interested in art and history.
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There are many share houses where you can live safely and comfortably for rents in the 30,000 yen range.
The rent for a share house is cheaper than a typical rental property, and there are many properties where you can live in the 30,000 yen range.
The reason for this is that the rent for a rental property is determined by the amount of facilities it has, while the rent for a shared house is determined only by the size of the room and location.
Katsushika and Adachi wards are the cheapest in the 23 wards for share house rents, and there are plenty of properties where you can live in the 30,000 yen range.
There are many other properties where you can live in the 30,000 yen range, so find a comfortable share house that suits your wishes and goals.
XROSS HOUSE offers a number of share houses in popular areas of Tokyo at reasonable prices.
If you are interested, please contact us.
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