Momochi / Seaside

百道・シーサイド

Fukuoka
Data updated: Q3 2025Next update: Expected July 2026
91

Investment Index

Declining

Price trend: 114Volume: 72Price level: 60

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.

20,812transactions analyzed
MLIT government data
Updated Q3 2025
¥126,244/㎡ ($799/㎡)median
22transactions
Mediumconfidence

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

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: ¥7,287/m² per yearEst. new-build: ¥380,615/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¥328,5711✓ Modern37–47 yrs remaining● Recommended
11–20 yrs¥268,75012✓ Modern27–36 yrs remaining● Recommended
21–30 yrs¥145,2386△ Post-198117–26 yrs remaining◐ Caution
31–40 yrs¥107,74018△ Post-19817–16 yrs remaining○ High Risk
40+ yrs¥47,6929✗ 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

All transactions from MLIT Q3 2025 release

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

Q3 2025Built 1984 (42y)
¥3,300,000
$20,882
70.0 m²|¥47,143/m²
Orio
Q3 2025Built 1984 (42y)
¥3,800,000
$24,046
70.0 m²|¥54,286/m²
Orio
Q3 2025Built 1990 (36y)
¥8,800,000
$55,686
85.0 m²|¥103,529/m²
Tobata
Q3 2025Built 1998 (28y)
¥27,000,000
$170,854
70.0 m²|¥385,714/m²
Orio
Q3 2025Built 2006 (20y)
¥27,000,000
$170,854
90.0 m²|¥300,000/m²
Orio
Q3 2025Built 2012 (14y)
¥21,000,000
$132,886
80.0 m²|¥262,500/m²
Orio
Q2 2025Built 2006 (20y)
¥26,000,000
$164,526
85.0 m²|¥305,882/m²
Kurosaki
Q2 2025Built 1988 (38y)
¥14,000,000
$88,591
70.0 m²|¥200,000/m²
Tobata
Q2 2025Built 2001 (25y)
¥10,000,000
$63,279
75.0 m²|¥133,333/m²
Tobata
Q2 2025Built 1997 (29y)
¥8,000,000
$50,623
85.0 m²|¥94,118/m²
Orio

* 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.

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Momochi / Seaside — 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 Momochi / Seaside?
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 Momochi / Seaside is Medium based on 22+ recorded transactions.
What is the median condo price in Momochi / Seaside?
Based on MLIT government records, the median actual transaction price for condos in Momochi / Seaside is ¥126,244/㎡ (approximately $799/㎡). This is the price buyers actually paid, not the asking price.
Are land prices rising or falling in Momochi / Seaside?
Official 2026 land price data shows Momochi / Seaside recorded a +6.9% change year-over-year. The national average was +2.8%. Momochi / Seaside is outperforming the national average.
Is Momochi / Seaside a good area to invest in Japanese real estate?
Momochi / Seaside's Investment Index on JRE is 91, 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 Momochi / Seaside?
MLIT records show 22+ transactions in Momochi / Seaside for the latest period on this page. Data confidence level: Medium. More transactions mean more reliable price benchmarks for investors.

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