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What's it like to live in
Koto City?

Served by Toei Shinjuku Line, Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, Tokyo Metro Hanzomon Line, with 28 stations in the area, including Monzennakamachi. Rent here is around the Tokyo average.

Growing population Easy shopping Lots of parks

Livability at a Glance

Shopping
64 supermarkets, 257 convenience stores
Transit Access
33 stations
Greenery
265 parks
Rent Affordability
Relative to the area average

Typical Rent for Living Alone

Studio / 1K guide
¥70,000–85,000 / month
Studio¥70,000–80,000
1K¥80,000–100,000
1DK/1LDK¥110,000–151,000
Areas a short walk from the station, or stops not served by express trains, tend to be more affordable. A furnished apartment also cuts down on move-in costs.
*Estimated from the area's average rent of ¥100,385 (an in-house estimate).
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Beds, fridges, washing machines — all included from day one. Keep your move-in costs low and start fresh in Koto City.

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Stations in Koto City

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Nearby Areas

FAQ

Is Koto City a good fit for living alone?
With plenty of supermarkets, convenience stores, and stations nearby, daily life here is convenient — a solid choice even for a first time living alone.
I want to keep rent as low as possible.
Areas without express-train stops, or a 10+ minute walk from the station, tend to have lower rent — and a furnished apartment means no extra cost for furniture.

More Details

Considering it for a couple or family?
265 parks, 96 nurseries/kindergartens, 98 elementary/junior-high schools. A 1DK/1LDK runs roughly ¥110,000–151,000 per month.
Number of facilities (supermarkets, convenience stores, etc.)
Supermarkets64
Convenience stores257
Cafes124
Restaurants369
Hospitals/clinics36
Parks265

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors

Land price & data details (sources)
Avg. land price¥663,125/m² (YoY +4.06%)
Area average rent (in-house estimate)¥100,385
Population change5.26%

Sources: MLIT Land Price Survey / Statistics Bureau of Japan.
The area average rent is an in-house estimate, adjusted to current market conditions based on the Ministry's Housing and Land Survey.

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Last updated: June 2026