Prefecture

Akiya Properties in Niigata Prefecture, Japan

2,798 properties available

About Niigata

Niigata (新潟市 Niigata-shi) is the capital of Niigata prefecture, Japan and the largest city on the Sea of Japan coast.

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Niigata Property Market Overview

2,798
Total Properties
¥52,000
Lowest Price
¥6,168,067
Average Price
¥32,000,000
Highest Price

Statistics based on currently listed properties. Prices in Japanese Yen.

Frequently Asked Questions about Niigata

What is an akiya in Niigata?

An akiya (空き家) is an abandoned or vacant house in Japan. Niigata has 2,798 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 Niigata?

Yes, foreigners can freely purchase property in Niigata 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 Niigata.

How much do akiya cost in Niigata?

Akiya prices in Niigata currently range from approximately ¥52,000 (around $347 USD) to ¥32,000,000. The average listing price is around ¥6,168,067. Some properties may even be available for free or near-free, though they typically require significant renovation.

What should I know before buying an akiya in Niigata?

Before purchasing an akiya in Niigata, consider: (1) Property condition - many akiya need renovation, (2) Location accessibility - rural properties may be far from amenities, (3) Legal requirements - ensure clear title and no liens, (4) Ongoing costs - property taxes, maintenance, and utilities, (5) Language barriers - consider hiring a bilingual agent. We recommend visiting the property in person before purchasing.

Properties in Niigata

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1927 Wooden House on Large Plot in Joetsu City, Niigata - Main Image
¥2,000,000
Added 59 days ago

Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Farmhouse Mountain Property Renovation Project Large Property Budget Friendly Garden House Akiya Bank Septic System Rural
10
541m²
250m²
Traditional 5K House in Itoigawa Near Station - Main Image
¥18,500,000
Added 163 days ago

Itoigawa, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Near Station
5
193m²
124m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 3 min walk
1915 Wooden House in Niigata with 6DK Layout - Main Image
¥13,800,000
Added 170 days ago

Akiba, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property
6
975m²
181m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 27 min walk
Renovated 6DK Kominka in Murakami City, Niigata - Main Image
¥15,600,000
Added 198 days ago

Murakami, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Renovation Project Large Property Garden
6
858m²
152m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 28 min walk
Traditional 9DK House with Storehouse in Yahiko Village, Niigata - Main Image
¥12,000,000
Added 248 days ago

Yahiko, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Move-in Ready Garden
9
394m²
195m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 14 min walk
Historic Meiji-Era 9LDK House in Sanjo City - Main Image
¥32,000,000
Added 289 days ago

Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Move-in Ready Large Property
9
2,509m²
384m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 5 min walk
Spacious 4DK House with 7,093m² Land in Nagaoka, Niigata - Main Image
¥7,500,000
Added 307 days ago

Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Farmhouse Mountain Property Large Property
4
7,093m²
193m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 56 min walk
10K Wooden House for Sale in Sado City, Niigata - 2 Million Yen - Main Image
¥2,000,000
Today

Sado, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Renovation Project Large Property Budget Friendly Garden House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Rural Quiet Area
10
437m²
230m²
Former Restaurant for Rent in Sanjo City, Niigata - 468 sqm - Main Image
¥130,000
Today

Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture

Rental House Business Renovation Project Large Property House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Near School Near Shopping
469m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 12 min walk
1983 6DK Detached House for Sale in Nagaoka, Niigata - Main Image
¥7,800,000
Today

Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Suburban
6
121m²
135m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 4 min walk
8DK Detached House for Sale in Tagami, Niigata - 202.97 sqm Land - Main Image
¥2,500,000
Today

Tagami, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Rural
8
203m²
145m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 23 min walk
4DK Wooden House on 1207 sqm Land in Sado, Niigata - Main Image
¥4,950,000
Today

Sado, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Move-in Ready Large Property Garden House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Rural Near School Near Shopping Quiet Area
4
1,208m²
112m²
9DK House for Sale in Tokamachi, Niigata - Akiya Bank Property - Main Image
¥12,000,000
Today

Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Near Station House Akiya Bank Parking Rural City Center Near Shopping Quiet Area
9
697m²
304m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 7 min walk
Wooden Bungalow for Sale in Sado City, Niigata - 900,000 Yen - Main Image
¥900,000
Today

Sado, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Seaside Property Renovation Project Budget Friendly House Akiya Bank Needs Renovation Rural
3
390m²
53m²
Former Fish Sales Office & Home for Sale in Sanjo City, Niigata - Main Image
¥200,000
Today

Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Business Renovation Project Guesthouse Potential House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Storage Shed Workshop Rural Quiet Area
7
257m²
190m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 7 min walk
3K Wooden House with Garden for Sale in Niigata's Nishikan Ward - Main Image
¥2,000,000
Today

Nishikan, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Garden House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Rural Quiet Area
3
140m²
67m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 18 min walk
Rental House in Sado: 4DK Home with Garden, Pet-Friendly - Main Image
¥52,000
Today

Sado, Niigata Prefecture

Rental House Large Property Garden House Akiya Bank Gas Heating/Cooking Pet Friendly Septic System Workshop Rural Quiet Area
4
150m²
1987 3DK House with Garden & Parking for 2 in Niigata - Main Image
¥7,900,000
Today

Nishi, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Move-in Ready Garden House Panoramic View Parking Quiet Area
3
198m²
93m²
circle_k convenience store Circle K - 7 min walk
8DK Detached House for Sale with Views in Sanjo, Niigata - Main Image
¥3,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Large Property Garden House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Panoramic View Parking Well Water Near School Quiet Area
8
1,133m²
224m²
lawson convenience store Lawson - 9 min walk
8DK Akiya House for Sale in Gosen, Niigata - 381sqm Land - Main Image
¥2,500,000
Added 1 days ago

Gosen, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Budget Friendly Garden House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Rural Quiet Area
8
382m²
155m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 8 min walk
10K Wooden House for Sale in Quiet Sado Island Neighborhood - Main Image
¥5,000,000
Added 1 days ago

Sado, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Duplex Parking Septic System Rural Quiet Area
10
386m²
220m²
4K House for Sale in Joetsu City, Niigata - 490万円 - Main Image
¥4,900,000
Added 1 days ago

Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Near Station House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Suburban Quiet Area
4
217m²
76m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 3 min walk
9DK Traditional House with Land for Sale in Tokamachi, Niigata - Main Image
¥2,500,000
Added 1 days ago

Tokamachi, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Farmhouse Large Property Budget Friendly Garden House Akiya Bank Ski Resort Area Gas Heating/Cooking Forest Rice Field Rural Quiet Area Golf Course Nearby
9
427m²
261m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 29 min walk
8DK Wooden House on 327㎡ Land in Nagaoka, Niigata for 1.8M Yen - Main Image
¥1,800,000
Added 1 days ago

Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Large Property Budget Friendly House Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Rural
8
328m²
179m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 9 min walk
Renovation Project: 6DK Wooden House on Large Plot in Joetsu, Niigata - Main Image
¥500,000
Added 1 days ago

Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Renovation Project Large Property House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Rural Quiet Area
6
299m²
120m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 27 min walk
3LDK Detached House for Sale in Joetsu, Niigata - Main Image
¥14,980,000
Added 1 days ago

Joetsu, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House House Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Suburban Quiet Area
3
470m²
89m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 10 min walk
Vacant Residential Lot in Sanjo City, Niigata - 3.8 Million Yen - Main Image
¥3,800,000
Added 1 days ago

Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture

Buy Land Land Only Land Rice Field Suburban Near School Quiet Area
lawson convenience store Lawson - 9 min walk
Vacant Land for Sale in Sanjo City, Niigata - 160.52 sqm - Main Image
¥1,600,000
Added 1 days ago

Sanjo, Niigata Prefecture

Buy Land Land Only Land Akiya Bank
161m²
seven_eleven convenience store Seven Eleven - 8 min walk
1961 9DK House for Sale in Nagaoka, 2 Min Walk to Coast - Main Image
¥2,300,000
Added 1 days ago

Nagaoka, Niigata Prefecture

Buy House Traditional House Seaside Property Renovation Project Large Property Budget Friendly House Akiya Bank Corner Lot Gas Heating/Cooking Parking Septic System Rural
9
212m²
173m²