Apartments and flats for sale in Osaka

Apartments for sale in Osaka

Osaka is known as the business centre of the country. The city has an area of 223 square kilometres and is the third most populous city in the world. It is in the west of the prefecture of the same name and has access to the inland sea. It is currently attracting much interest from foreigners interested in highly liquid apartments and houses in Japan. Depending on the purpose of purchase (living, renting, long-term investment) and budget, you can choose different options:

• modern studios with laconic designs and ergonomic furniture;
• apartments with 1 – 4 bedrooms;
• penthouses in elite complexes;
• objects in buildings under construction, which in the future will bring income at resale.

The city is perfect for moving alone or with a family and has a lot of advantages:

• A variety of attractions, including Sumiyoshi Taisha Shrine and Osaka Fortress.
• A vibrant culinary culture represented by high-end restaurants and street food establishments in Dotonbori.
• The presence of multinational companies' headquarters (Osaka Gas, Panasonic) opens up a wide range of employment opportunities.
• There are prestigious schools and universities (Osaka Metropolitan University, Osaka Institute of Technology) whose diplomas are quoted worldwide.
• Dynamic business environment and rich cultural life.

The price of apartments in Osaka for investment is more attractive than in Tokyo. However, the cost varies considerably depending on the neighbourhood. The high-end neighbourhoods include Naniwa-ku, Kita-ku, Chuo-ku, and Minami. If you have a small budget, you can explore the western part of the city.

Here are some tips to help make a successful investment in an apartment for sale in Osaka:

1. Apartments in the Kitahama, Nishi-Umeda and Midosuji neighbourhoods are the most popular among expats. Distinctive features include an elite community, beautiful city views, international schools, distance from the bustling centre, and the availability of additional amenities (access to a swimming pool and gym, gated courtyard area);
2. If you are on a tight budget, consider properties in Higashisumiyeshi-ku, Ikuno-ku or Sumiyeshi-ku - mostly tiny secondary homes are sold there, but you may find freshly renovated versions;
3. Fukushima, Tamatsukuri, and Shinsekai are among the newer neighbourhoods to get flats for sale in Osaka, where infrastructure is being developed and prices are rising fastest.

Reasons for investing in an apartment in Osaka

Japan attracts foreign buyers through stable economic development–in the next five years, experts expect GDP growth of 4.4%, as well as the ease of concluding purchase and sale transactions for non-residents.

External demand for property in the city is high, while development is slowing down – 1.3% fewer properties were commissioned in 2023 than in 2022. It makes sense to invest now to earn money on renting or reselling. The first option is preferable due to the continued demand for rental apartments. You can buy a flat in Osaka and get 4.5% per annum – this is the rate recorded in the first quarter of 2024.

To return your investment faster and reach a net profit, you should take a responsible approach to the choice of location:

• Apartments located in communities such as Umeda, Namba and Tennoji are more accessible to rent out;
• For long-term investments, actively developing areas where prices will increase significantly, such as Shin-Osaka, Dotonbori and the Osaka Bay area, are more suitable.

Buying an apartment in Osaka

With the help of our portal, you can quickly and effortlessly choose apartments in Japan. The advert database is updated daily and contains only current offers. The site has descriptions and photos of objects, a comparison option and a converter that displays apartment prices in Osaka in dollars, euros, and national currency. To initiate a deal, it is enough to contact the seller directly and discuss all the issues you are interested in.