Umeda / Kita

梅田・北区

Osaka
83

Investment Index

Declining

Price trend: 119Volume: 10Price level: 100

Osaka's northern business hub. Major redevelopment projects are reshaping the area's property market.

What buyers actually paid vs listing site prices

Listing sites

~¥937,067/m²

→

Actual price

¥836,666.67/m²

-11%

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

55,128transactions analyzed
MLIT government data
Updated Q3 2025
¥836,667/㎡ ($5,248/㎡)median
130transactions
Highconfidence

Market Trends

Prices have risen 113% 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: ¥20,630/m² per yearEst. new-build: ¥1,491,820/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¥1,200,0009✓ Modern37–47 yrs remaining● Recommended
11–20 yrs¥1,200,0007✓ Modern27–36 yrs remaining● Recommended
21–30 yrs¥866,66715△ Post-198117–26 yrs remaining◐ Caution
31–40 yrs¥436,3641△ Post-19817–16 yrs remaining○ High Risk
40+ yrs¥525,89318✗ 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
Q3 2025Built 2010 (16y)
¥16,000,000
$100,358
20.0 m²|¥800,000/m²
Minami-Morimachi
Q3 2025Built 2009 (17y)
¥120,000,000
$752,681
80.0 m²|¥1,500,000/m²
Nakanoshima
Q3 2025Built 2004 (22y)
¥16,000,000
$100,358
20.0 m²|¥800,000/m²
Minami-Morimachi
Q3 2025Built 1999 (27y)
¥56,000,000
$351,251
60.0 m²|¥933,333/m²
Temmabashi

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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 Umeda / Kita

Typical Investor

Osaka-focused investors, business district yield seekers, redevelopment play investors

Investment Thesis

Osaka's primary business hub with major redevelopment. Strong rental demand from corporate tenants.

Key Risk

Overshadowed by Tokyo in international investor awareness. Yen-denominated returns require currency view.

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Umeda / Kita — 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 Umeda / Kita?
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 Umeda / Kita is High based on 130+ recorded transactions.
What is the median condo price in Umeda / Kita?
Based on MLIT government records, the median actual transaction price for condos in Umeda / Kita is ¥836,667/㎡ (approximately $5,248/㎡). This is the price buyers actually paid, not the asking price.
Are land prices rising or falling in Umeda / Kita?
Official 2026 land price data shows Umeda / Kita recorded a +5.6% change year-over-year. The national average was +2.8%. Umeda / Kita is outperforming the national average.
Is Umeda / Kita a good area to invest in Japanese real estate?
Umeda / Kita's Investment Index on JRE is 83, 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 Umeda / Kita?
MLIT records show 130+ transactions in Umeda / Kita for the latest period on this page. Data confidence level: High. More transactions mean more reliable price benchmarks for investors.

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