Shiga Real Estate Market Report: Trends and Analysis
Nestled in the heart of Japan, Shiga Prefecture is a hidden gem with a thriving real estate market. Featuring a blend of historical sites and natural beauty, it presents a promising opportunity for investors eyeing property in Japan. Whether it's the serene Kusatsu City with its rising property prices or Otsu City with its slightly declining market, Shiga offers diverse options for every kind of investor.
Ratio of population of foreigners (per 100,000 persons)
2030.5
Aging index
203.2
Rate of population change
-0.14%
Yearly average of air temperature
15.7
Yearly average of relative humidity
76%
Yearly clear days
18
Number of elementary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
16.93
Number of lower secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
7.93
Number of upper secondary schools (per inhabitable area 100 km2)
4.31
Percentage of persons employed
96.6%
Unemployment rate (Both sexes)
3.4%
Percentage of owned houses
71.6%
Number of retail stores (per 1,000 persons)
6.63
Number of eating and drinking places (per 1,000 persons)
2.98
Number of department stores and general merchandise stores (per 100,000 persons)
1.2
Number of traffic accidents (per 100,000 persons)
203.1
Number of recognitions of criminal offenses (per 1,000 persons)
4.12
Amount of damage by disasters (per capita)(30 years average)
￥2744
Areas in Shiga
| Area | Median Price per m² | Growth over last 5 years |
|---|---|---|
| Kusatsu City | ￥316,666 | 3.9% |
| Moriyama City | ￥215,789 | -24.2% |
| Otsu City | ￥200,000 | 0.0% |
| Hikone City | ￥128,205 | 5.8% |
| Nagahama City | ￥91,439 | -16.9% |
| Takashima City | ￥60,000 | 8.0% |
| Koka City | ￥53,000 | -51.1% |
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