Exploring Real Estate Trends in Chiba: A Comprehensive Report

Chiba Prefecture, nestled in the Kanto region of Japan, is a burgeoning hub for real estate investments. Known for its vibrant cities, serene countryside, and proximity to Tokyo, Chiba offers a unique blend of urban and rural living. With cities like Urayasu, Ichikawa, and Funabashi, Chiba is attracting attention for its diverse real estate options, catering to a range of preferences and budgets.

Photo of Chiba Prefecture
Photo of Chiba Prefecture
Photo of Chiba Prefecture

Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)

2262.4

Aging index

244.5

Rate of population change

-0.14%

Yearly average of air temperature

16.7

Yearly average of relative humidity

65%

Yearly clear days

30

Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

21.48

Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

10.98

Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)

5.12

Percentage of persons employed

96.2%

Unemployment rate (Both sexes)

3.8%

Percentage of owned houses

65.4%

Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)

5.09

Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)

2.73

Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)

1.1

Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)

211

Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)

5.2

Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)

¥2524

Areas in Chiba

AreaMedian Price per m²Growth over last 5 years
Urayasu City

¥614,359

18.1%

Ichikawa City

¥437,500

23.0%

Nagareyama City

¥419,354

57.3%

Narashino City

¥358,741

19.6%

Funabashi City

¥333,333

12.7%

Chuo Ward,Chiba City

¥320,000

23.1%

Matsudo City

¥318,518

17.2%

Kashiwa City

¥300,000

20.0%

Abiko City

¥294,987

47.5%

Inzai City

¥283,333

7.9%

Hanamigawa Ward,Chiba City

¥281,818

24.3%

Mihama Ward,Chiba City

¥276,923

26.5%

Yachiyo City

¥275,000

13.6%

Kamagaya City

¥262,587

31.3%

Inage Ward,Chiba City

¥258,823

15.8%

Narita City

¥253,333

16.1%

Yotsukaido City

¥253,239

10.8%

Sodegaura City

¥227,272

5.8%

Kisarazu City

¥218,181

20.9%

Shiroi City

¥217,193

17.6%

Wakaba Ward,Chiba City

¥216,000

8.0%

Midori Ward,Chiba City

¥215,625

2.1%

Sakura City

¥203,389

13.0%

Noda City

¥182,784

1.5%

Kimitsu City

¥141,176

-19.1%

Ichihara City

¥133,333

-14.8%

Tateyama City

¥85,357

3.0%

Mobara City

¥71,008

4.9%

Oamishirasato City

¥70,000

-13.4%

Yachimata City

¥65,625

-1.1%

Sanmu City

¥61,250

40.1%

Togane City

¥60,000

-15.0%

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