How much is rent in Chuo, Tokyo?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Chuo costs ¥220,000 - ¥260,000/month (second-hand contract) or ¥190,000 - ¥220,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ¥320,000 - ¥400,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ¥450,000 - ¥540,000/month.

Is Chuo safe for expats?

Chuo has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Chuo to Tokyo center?

The commute from Chuo to Tokyo city center takes approximately 5 minutes by metro.

What is Chuo like to live in?

Ginza shopping district and Tsukiji area. High-end retail, business, easy airport access. The neighborhood is known for being shopping, upscale, business.

Chuo in Tokyo 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

5 min

metro

Safety Rating

5/5

Very Safe

Vibe

shoppingupscalebusiness

Rent in Chuo

Monthly rent in JPY (¥). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	¥190,000 - ¥220,000/mo	¥220,000 - ¥260,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	¥270,000 - ¥320,000/mo	¥320,000 - ¥400,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	¥380,000 - ¥450,000/mo	¥450,000 - ¥540,000/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Chuo, Tokyo?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Chuo costs ¥220,000 - ¥260,000/month (second-hand contract) or ¥190,000 - ¥220,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ¥320,000 - ¥400,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ¥450,000 - ¥540,000/month.
Is Chuo safe for expats?: Chuo has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Chuo to Tokyo center?: The commute from Chuo to Tokyo city center takes approximately 5 minutes by metro.
What is Chuo like to live in?: Ginza shopping district and Tsukiji area. High-end retail, business, easy airport access. The neighborhood is known for being shopping, upscale, business.

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Commute to Center

5 min

metro

Safety Rating

5/5

Very Safe

Vibe

shoppingupscalebusiness

Rent in Chuo

Monthly rent in JPY (¥). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	¥190,000 - ¥220,000/mo	¥220,000 - ¥260,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	¥270,000 - ¥320,000/mo	¥320,000 - ¥400,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	¥380,000 - ¥450,000/mo	¥450,000 - ¥540,000/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Chuo, Tokyo?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Chuo costs ¥220,000 - ¥260,000/month (second-hand contract) or ¥190,000 - ¥220,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ¥320,000 - ¥400,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ¥450,000 - ¥540,000/month.
Is Chuo safe for expats?: Chuo has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Chuo to Tokyo center?: The commute from Chuo to Tokyo city center takes approximately 5 minutes by metro.
What is Chuo like to live in?: Ginza shopping district and Tsukiji area. High-end retail, business, easy airport access. The neighborhood is known for being shopping, upscale, business.