How much is rent in Koto, Tokyo?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Koto costs ¥180,000 - ¥220,000/month (second-hand contract) or ¥150,000 - ¥180,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ¥260,000 - ¥320,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ¥360,000 - ¥440,000/month.

Is Koto safe for expats?

Koto has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Koto to Tokyo center?

The commute from Koto to Tokyo city center takes approximately 12 minutes by metro.

What is Koto like to live in?

Modern waterfront area including Toyosu. New developments, family-oriented, good value. The neighborhood is known for being modern, waterfront, families.

Koto in Tokyo 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

12 min

metro

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

modernwaterfrontfamilies

Rent in Koto

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	¥150,000 - ¥180,000/mo	¥180,000 - ¥220,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	¥210,000 - ¥260,000/mo	¥260,000 - ¥320,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	¥300,000 - ¥360,000/mo	¥360,000 - ¥440,000/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Koto, Tokyo?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Koto costs ¥180,000 - ¥220,000/month (second-hand contract) or ¥150,000 - ¥180,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ¥260,000 - ¥320,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ¥360,000 - ¥440,000/month.
Is Koto safe for expats?: Koto has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Koto to Tokyo center?: The commute from Koto to Tokyo city center takes approximately 12 minutes by metro.
What is Koto like to live in?: Modern waterfront area including Toyosu. New developments, family-oriented, good value. The neighborhood is known for being modern, waterfront, families.

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Commute to Center

12 min

metro

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

modernwaterfrontfamilies

Rent in Koto

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	¥150,000 - ¥180,000/mo	¥180,000 - ¥220,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	¥210,000 - ¥260,000/mo	¥260,000 - ¥320,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	¥300,000 - ¥360,000/mo	¥360,000 - ¥440,000/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Koto, Tokyo?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Koto costs ¥180,000 - ¥220,000/month (second-hand contract) or ¥150,000 - ¥180,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ¥260,000 - ¥320,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ¥360,000 - ¥440,000/month.
Is Koto safe for expats?: Koto has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Koto to Tokyo center?: The commute from Koto to Tokyo city center takes approximately 12 minutes by metro.
What is Koto like to live in?: Modern waterfront area including Toyosu. New developments, family-oriented, good value. The neighborhood is known for being modern, waterfront, families.