Ozu is a city in Ehime Prefecture in the Shikoku region of Japan. With 128 properties currently listed, it offers a range of real estate options including houses, land, and apartments. Browse the latest listings below to find your ideal property in Ozu.
Ozu Property for Sale
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Market Overview
66
Total Listings
¥1,500,000
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¥10,072,069
Average
¥50,000,000
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Properties in Ozu
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Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Move-in Ready
Garden
+4
5
394m²
146m²
Circle K - 10 min walk / 2 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Akiya Bank
Corner Lot
+4
6
139m²
99m²
Circle K - 11 min walk / 2 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Traditional House
Akiya Bank
+5
6
417m²
102m²
Sunkus - 9 min walk / 2 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Seaside Property
Akiya Bank
+6
6
84m²
114m²
Lawson - 9 min walk / 2 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Farmhouse
Akiya Bank
+6
7
181m²
99m²
Lawson - 23 min walk / 5 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Traditional House
Farmhouse
+8
132m²
Lawson - 18 min walk / 4 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Garden
Akiya Bank
+6
7
174m²
207m²
Sunkus - 10 min walk / 2 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
Buy
House
Akiya Bank
Corner Lot
+5
9
477m²
217m²
Lawson - 11 min walk / 2 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Business
Near Station
+4
5
116m²
116m²
Circle K - 4 min walk / 1 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
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House
Mountain Property
Akiya Bank
+4
7
619m²
184m²
Lawson - 68 min walk / 14 min drive
Ozu, Ehime Prefecture
Buy
House
Gas Heating/Cooking
Septic System
+1
6
1,745m²
123m²
Lawson - 14 min walk / 3 min drive
![[Hatomark Site] Tokumori, Ozu City, Ehime Prefecture Tokumori detached house for sale 5DK Used detached house — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/he/he_5351bd62-b561-11ef-a879-ca8041064acc_97b3b6173dade_thumb.jpg)
![[Hatomark Site] Tokumori, Ozu City, Ehime Prefecture Tokumori detached house for sale 5DK Used detached house — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/he/he_5351bd62-b561-11ef-a879-ca8041064acc_6b97d58bf3c03_thumb.jpg)
![[Hatomark Site] Tokumori, Ozu City, Ehime Prefecture Tokumori detached house for sale 5DK Used detached house — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/he/he_5351bd62-b561-11ef-a879-ca8041064acc_b0ec7dd053d66_thumb.jpg)
![[Hatomark Site] Tokumori, Ozu City, Ehime Prefecture Tokumori detached house for sale 5DK Used detached house — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/he/he_5351bd62-b561-11ef-a879-ca8041064acc_81de62c636c5b_thumb.jpg)
![[Hatomark Site] Tokumori, Ozu City, Ehime Prefecture Tokumori detached house for sale 5DK Used detached house — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/he/he_5351bd62-b561-11ef-a879-ca8041064acc_9d85b014c031f_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-121] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_81a3ee27-5742-11ef-8847-66e944052149_5bd3614a2b549_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-121] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_81a3ee27-5742-11ef-8847-66e944052149_ac050995e7eba_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-121] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_81a3ee27-5742-11ef-8847-66e944052149_d6fff4d82c7db_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-121] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_81a3ee27-5742-11ef-8847-66e944052149_6b061474cb31e_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-121] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_81a3ee27-5742-11ef-8847-66e944052149_ea62c376e3b37_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-137] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_dcf4161a-5740-11ef-8847-66e944052149_59eff62772fe7_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-137] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_dcf4161a-5740-11ef-8847-66e944052149_f56c09d0b43f1_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-137] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_dcf4161a-5740-11ef-8847-66e944052149_3fc89baebedfe_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-137] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_dcf4161a-5740-11ef-8847-66e944052149_1aac6d47d6c67_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-137] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_dcf4161a-5740-11ef-8847-66e944052149_0d829e9b67541_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-059] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_3c5a98d8-573e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_71a4a0ac4a80e_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-059] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 5, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_3c5a98d8-573e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_472202f222f15_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-059] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 6, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_3c5a98d8-573e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_cb30a61b9a6c1_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-059] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 7, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_3c5a98d8-573e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_2dd33824c358a_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-059] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_3c5a98d8-573e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_f60582c248eeb_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-124] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_e4278965-55e4-11ef-8847-66e944052149_f81c57e02194d_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-124] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_e4278965-55e4-11ef-8847-66e944052149_768ee8e3d3d27_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-124] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_e4278965-55e4-11ef-8847-66e944052149_1784bcab1cce6_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-124] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_e4278965-55e4-11ef-8847-66e944052149_1c7db8a355cac_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-124] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_e4278965-55e4-11ef-8847-66e944052149_92aab5f5af645_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-127] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_551b9d7f-557e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_9bdefe1726be3_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-127] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_551b9d7f-557e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_6adb96d53fe50_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-127] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_551b9d7f-557e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_2bac9b7f19966_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-127] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_551b9d7f-557e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_c6eb142dd4428_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-127] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_551b9d7f-557e-11ef-8847-66e944052149_afc310c15897c_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-072] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_bd9836b9-5572-11ef-8847-66e944052149_9cce5b72af998_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-072] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_bd9836b9-5572-11ef-8847-66e944052149_6d5224a2ca02f_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-072] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_bd9836b9-5572-11ef-8847-66e944052149_b16fa96580896_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-072] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_bd9836b9-5572-11ef-8847-66e944052149_c849b67931398_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-072] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_bd9836b9-5572-11ef-8847-66e944052149_012e1895bd4b8_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-024] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_0691351a-5569-11ef-8847-66e944052149_08407bf3e9785_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-024] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_0691351a-5569-11ef-8847-66e944052149_86ac0785bfa2b_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-024] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_0691351a-5569-11ef-8847-66e944052149_eeaf33692a4bd_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-024] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_0691351a-5569-11ef-8847-66e944052149_8f03053bbc8c6_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-024] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_0691351a-5569-11ef-8847-66e944052149_4c18ce2119aec_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-023] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_6307b830-5559-11ef-8847-66e944052149_fb199bc543fe3_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-023] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_6307b830-5559-11ef-8847-66e944052149_193155f57c959_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-023] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_6307b830-5559-11ef-8847-66e944052149_ffebdf4f7c0f6_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-023] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_6307b830-5559-11ef-8847-66e944052149_af0b0706cb908_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-023] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_6307b830-5559-11ef-8847-66e944052149_c9d3f7979242c_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-131] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_83d6a32d-5540-11ef-8847-66e944052149_b9d86d60cdfaf_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-131] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_83d6a32d-5540-11ef-8847-66e944052149_2b9ed7c9b86eb_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-131] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_83d6a32d-5540-11ef-8847-66e944052149_5c9ead3177614_thumb.jpg)
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![Detached house for sale [1-1-131] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 7, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_83d6a32d-5540-11ef-8847-66e944052149_e04efaafba7cd_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-007] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_30182919-5534-11ef-8847-66e944052149_114eb1101addc_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-007] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_30182919-5534-11ef-8847-66e944052149_5cdc2641b8694_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-007] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 2, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_30182919-5534-11ef-8847-66e944052149_35e79b33df546_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-007] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_30182919-5534-11ef-8847-66e944052149_fb7be781f37ad_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [2-1-007] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 6, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_30182919-5534-11ef-8847-66e944052149_52a569f18d2bb_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-144] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_8850f7ae-5531-11ef-8847-66e944052149_7f5eaf1e153f8_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-144] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 1, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_8850f7ae-5531-11ef-8847-66e944052149_16efc5797ff95_thumb.jpg)
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![Detached house for sale [1-1-144] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 3, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_8850f7ae-5531-11ef-8847-66e944052149_966a7d7d2fa57_thumb.jpg)
![Detached house for sale [1-1-144] - Property details - Ehime Prefecture Ozu City Vacant House Bank Site — Image 4, Ozu, Ehime](https://akiyajapan.sgp1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/storage/property/ap/ap_8850f7ae-5531-11ef-8847-66e944052149_717f6c6c0729d_thumb.jpg)
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Market Snapshot
Recent Sales in Ozu
A cleaner view of recent sold pricing, volume, and the kind of inventory actually moving in Ozu.
Avg. Sold Price
¥10,165,463
Sales (12 months)
73
Price Range
¥800,000 – ¥47,770,000
Avg. Days on Market
997
Houses
¥13,462,564
39 sold
Land
¥3,966,044
18 sold
Recently Sold
Ozu, Ehime
Land
¥5,000,000
Apr 2026
Size:
722m²
Ozu, Ehime
House
¥30,000,000
Apr 2026
Size:
34.69m²
Ozu, Ehime
Land
¥4,800,000
Apr 2026
Size:
336m²
Ozu, Ehime
House
¥25,800,000
Apr 2026
Size:
146.20m²
Ozu, Ehime
House
¥15,800,000
Apr 2026
Size:
96.74m²
Ozu, Ehime
Land
¥13,500,000
Apr 2026
Size:
289m²
What is an akiya in Ozu?
An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Ozu has 66 akiya properties currently listed, ranging from traditional Japanese homes to more modern structures. These properties are often available at significantly lower prices than typical real estate.
Can foreigners buy property in Ozu?
Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Ozu and anywhere in Japan. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership of real estate in Japan. However, buying property does not grant residency rights. We recommend working with a licensed real estate agent familiar with Ozu.
How much do akiya cost in Ozu?
Akiya prices in Ozu vary widely depending on location, condition, and size. Some properties are available for under ¥1,000,000 (around $7,000 USD), while others in better condition or locations may cost more. Some may even be free but require renovation.
What should I know before buying an akiya in Ozu?
Before purchasing an akiya in Ozu, consider: (1) Property condition - many need renovation, (2) Location accessibility, (3) Legal requirements - clear title and no liens, (4) Ongoing costs - taxes, maintenance, utilities, (5) Language barriers - consider a bilingual agent.