Chatan / American Village

北谷町・アメリカンビレッジ

Okinawa
96

Investment Index

Stable

Price trend: 105Volume: 88Price level: 85

Popular area with expatriates and tourists, featuring resort condominiums, vacation rental properties, and beachfront developments with proximity to US military bases and strong rental demand.

What buyers actually paid vs listing site prices

Listing sites

528,000/m²

Actual price

¥471,428.57/m²

-11%

* Listing price estimated based on typical asking-to-transaction gaps.

2,267transactions analyzed
MLIT government data
Updated Q4 2024
¥471,429/㎡ ($2,955/㎡)median
124transactions
Highconfidence

Market Trends

Prices have risen 13% over the displayed period. Check whether current momentum is sustainable.

Median price per m² and transaction volume from MLIT government data. Tap data points for details.

Price vs Building Age

Post-20001981–2000Pre-1981

A 40-year-old building trades at roughly half the price of a new one. Building age is one of the biggest price drivers in this area.

Depreciation: ¥7,861/m² per yearEst. new-build: ¥591,621/m²
Premium (+20%+)Fair Value (±20%)Below Market (−20%+)

Investment Guide by Building Age

Recommendations for foreign investors based on seismic standards, depreciation, and financing.

AgeMedian/m²CountSeismicTax LifeVerdict
0–10 yrs¥526,6674✓ Modern37–47 yrs remaining Recommended
11–20 yrs¥485,71415✓ Modern27–36 yrs remaining Recommended
21–30 yrs¥358,57112△ Post-198117–26 yrs remaining Caution
31–40 yrs¥300,0009△ Post-19817–16 yrs remaining High Risk
40+ yrs¥253,3339✗ Pre-19810–6 yrs remaining High Risk

● Recommended = Post-2000 seismic standard, financeable, strong resale · ◐ Caution = Post-1981, verify repair history · ○ High Risk = Pre-1981, limited financing, higher insurance

Market Evidence

Recent transaction samples from MLIT

These are actual sale prices recorded by the government — typically 5-15% below listing site prices.

4 of 50
Q4 2020Built 2011 (15y)
¥37,000,000
$231,931
75.0|¥493,333/m²
Q4 2020Built 2011 (15y)
¥31,000,000
$194,321
65.0|¥476,923/m²
Q4 2020Built 2010 (16y)
¥23,000,000
$144,174
70.0|¥328,571/m²
Q4 2020Built 2004 (22y)
¥29,000,000
$181,784
65.0|¥446,154/m²

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* Data sourced from MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) public records. Sample transactions may not represent all market activity.

Chatan / American Village — Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between asking price and actual transaction price in Japan?
Listing sites show asking prices set by sellers. JRE shows actual transaction prices recorded by Japan's Ministry of Land (MLIT) after deals close. The gap is typically 10-20%. This means buyers usually pay significantly less than listed prices.
Can foreigners buy property in Chatan / American Village?
Yes. Japan has zero restrictions on foreign property ownership. No visa, residency, or citizenship is required. The buying process is identical for foreigners and Japanese citizens.
How reliable is the transaction data on JRE?
All transaction data comes from MLIT (Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism) — Japan's government agency. These are actual recorded sale prices, not estimates or asking prices. Data confidence for Chatan / American Village is High based on 124+ recorded transactions.
What is the median condo price in Chatan / American Village?
Based on MLIT government records, the median actual transaction price for condos in Chatan / American Village is ¥471,429/㎡ (approximately $2,955/㎡). This is the price buyers actually paid, not the asking price.
Are land prices rising or falling in Chatan / American Village?
Official 2026 land price data shows Chatan / American Village recorded a +5.7% change year-over-year. The national average was +2.8%. Chatan / American Village is outperforming the national average.
Is Chatan / American Village a good area to invest in Japanese real estate?
Chatan / American Village's Investment Index on JRE is 96, combining MLIT price trends, transaction volume, and price level vs the broader market (100 is neutral on the JRE index scale). For full analysis including history and building-age context, see the charts and evidence on this page.
How many property transactions were recorded in Chatan / American Village?
MLIT records show 124+ transactions in Chatan / American Village for the latest period on this page. Data confidence level: High. More transactions mean more reliable price benchmarks for investors.