Momochi / Seaside
百道・シーサイド
FukuokaInvestment Index
Declining
Momochi/Seaside is Fukuoka's waterfront investment zone. New development is creating price momentum — here's the transaction evidence.
What buyers actually paid vs listing site prices
Listing sites
~¥141,394/m²
Actual price
¥126,244.34/m²
-11%
* Listing price estimated based on typical asking-to-transaction gaps.
Market Trends
Prices have fallen 38% over the displayed period. Potential entry opportunity — verify with full data.
Median price per m² and transaction volume from MLIT government data. Tap data points for details.
Price vs Building Age
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.
Investment Guide by Building Age
Recommendations for foreign investors based on seismic standards, depreciation, and financing.
| Age | Median/m² | Count | Seismic | Tax Life | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0–10 yrs | ¥328,571 | 1 | ✓ Modern | 37–47 yrs remaining | ● Recommended |
| 11–20 yrs | ¥268,750 | 12 | ✓ Modern | 27–36 yrs remaining | ● Recommended |
| 21–30 yrs | ¥145,238 | 6 | △ Post-1981 | 17–26 yrs remaining | ◐ Caution |
| 31–40 yrs | ¥107,740 | 18 | △ Post-1981 | 7–16 yrs remaining | ○ High Risk |
| 40+ yrs | ¥47,692 | 9 | ✗ Pre-1981 | 0–6 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.
| Date | Price | Area | Price/㎡ | Built | Station |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | ¥3,300,000 $20,699 | 70.0 m² | ¥47,143 $296 | 1984 42 years | Orio |
| Q3 2025 | ¥3,800,000 $23,835 | 70.0 m² | ¥54,286 $341 | 1984 42 years | Orio |
| Q3 2025 | ¥8,800,000 $55,197 | 85.0 m² | ¥103,529 $649 | 1990 36 years | Tobata |
| Q3 2025 | ¥27,000,000 $169,353 | 70.0 m² | ¥385,714 $2,419 | 1998 28 years | Orio |
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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.
Who Invests in Momochi / Seaside
Typical Investor
Fukuoka waterfront investors, new development buyers
Investment Thesis
New development zone with government-backed infrastructure investment.
Key Risk
New area with limited transaction history. Resale track record unknown.