Exploring Oita’s Dynamic Real Estate Market: Trends, Prices, and Investment Insights
Oita, nestled in Japan’s scenic Kyushu region, offers a unique blend of urban amenities and natural beauty. With principal cities such as Oita City, Beppu, Yufu, Hita, Nakatsu, Saiki, and Usa, the prefecture presents diverse living environments. The region enjoys a mild climate with an average annual temperature of 17.4°C and moderate humidity, contributing to a comfortable living experience. Demographic factors, a high percentage of home ownership (63.6%), and a robust employment rate of 95.8% further underscore its appeal. For those unfamiliar with Oita, these attributes make it an intriguing destination for real estate investment, balancing tradition with modern living standards.
Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)
904.7
Aging index
287
Rate of population change
-0.63%
Yearly average of air temperature
17.4
Yearly average of relative humidity
71%
Yearly clear days
21
Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
14.65
Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
7.19
Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
3.01
Percentage of persons employed
95.8%
Unemployment rate (Both sexes)
4.2%
Percentage of owned houses
63.6%
Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)
8.69
Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)
4.25
Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)
0.9
Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)
205.1
Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)
2.59
Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)
￥20509
Areas in Oita
| Area | Median Price per m² | Growth over last 5 years |
|---|---|---|
| Oita City | ￥221,637 | 40.4% |
| Beppu City | ￥156,349 | 32.3% |
| Yufu City | ￥138,690 | 68.4% |
| Hita City | ￥61,111 | 10.0% |
| Nakatsu City | ￥58,258 | -24.1% |
| Saiki City | ￥54,459 | -0.2% |
| Usa City | ￥25,979 | -25.0% |
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