Yokohama Izumi: 2-Story Investor Play

High-Yield Rental Near Blue Line, ~10% Yield

Compact 2-story detached home in quiet Yokohama ward

8-minute walk to Tateba Station (Blue Line)

Land: 55 sqm / Building: 45 sqm (extensions included)

Total budget: ¥8.6M / ~$59,000 USD (Sept 2025)

Expected rent: ~¥90,000/month (~$600 USD)

This Yokohama investment home blends strong rental returns with commuter convenience. Priced at ¥6M, with an all-in budget of ¥8.6M including cleanup and light renovation, the property offers an estimated yield of 10%. With station access under 10 minutes on foot, city gas, and rebuildable zoning, it’s the type of income-generator asset that doesn’t stay hidden for long.

As part of our Akiya Income Generator (AIG) program, this property includes end-to-end support: sourcing, negotiation, fund transfers, legal assistance, renovation coordination, and tenant placement. That means investors can step into the Yokohama market with confidence, knowing the first rental cycle is already secured.

🏠 Compact, Efficient, Ready-to-Rent

Built in 1970, this wooden 2-story house has stood the test of time. While a refresh is needed, major renovation is not expected. Its cozy footprint and practical extensions make it appealing for singles, couples, or small families looking for a well-located rental at a manageable budget.

Here’s what makes this a strong candidate for a long-term rental:

• 🛏️ 2-story detached home, ~45 sqm interior space (plus extensions)

• 💧 Rebuildable lot: 55 sqm, public water + sewer, city gas

• 🚶‍➡️ Walking distance to Tateba Station (Blue Line)

• 🧹 Budget includes cleanup + light renovation

• 🔐 Not listed on the open market, exclusive to AIG

This is a straightforward rental project: modest size, accessible location, and tenant-ready upgrades baked into the cost.

 🚉 Urban Access Meets Residential Calm

Izumi Ward sits in the southwest of Yokohama, known as “Agricultural Izumi” thanks to its wide fields, farmstands, and greenery. But don’t mistake it for remote countryside. The area is dotted with nine train stations across two lines, including the busy Tateba Station, a hub for daily commuters.

🏡 Tenant Appeal in Yokohama’s Green Corner

What makes Izumi Ward attractive for tenants:

• 🌸 Wide skies and green spaces, yet still part of Yokohama City

• 🚉 Blue Line and Sotetsu Izumino Line: direct access to central Yokohama and Tokyo connections

• 🏪 Nearby shopping at Ito Yokado Tachiba and the newly opened Yumegaoka Soratos mall

• 🏞️ Scenic riverside parks, farmstands, and even Mt. Fuji views on clear days

• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly: high “stay-long term” rate and strong reputation for child-rearing environments

This combination of quiet residential comfort, reliable transport, and city proximity is why Izumi consistently draws tenants who want more space and calm without leaving metropolitan Yokohama.

📈 Investment Snapshot

• 🏡 2-story detached wooden home (built 1970, extensions included)

• 📐 45 sqm building / 55 sqm land

• 🚶 8 minutes on foot to Tateba Station (Blue Line)

• 🔑 Cleanup + light renovation included in project plan

• 💴 Total budget: ¥8.6M / ~$59,000 USD

• 💰 Expected rent: ~¥90,000/month (~$600 USD)

• 📊 Projected yield: ~10%

📊 How We Calculate Yield

Net Yield factors in renovation, tenant placement, and fees to show a more accurate return on investment.

• List price: ¥6,000,000

• Renovation & cleanup: ¥2,600,000

• Estimated rent: ¥1,080,000/year

• Property Management Cost: 5% of monthly rent

Factoring all this along with tenant placement and program fees, this property's net yield is around 11%. But to be realistic, we need to include estimated home insurance, property tax and maintenance costs in our calculations.

In other words: the realistic adjusted yield is closer to 10%. That’s still well above average for urban Japan rentals, especially in a stable commuter location like Yokohama.

🏦 Why This Property Works for Income Generation

Many akiya investors chase the dream of a cheap countryside home to live in, but this is Yokohama City: one of Japan’s largest and most dynamic urban centers. Demand for rentals near stations, especially at the sub-¥100k price point, remains strong. That makes this home a rare balance: affordable acquisition, urban location, and outsized yield.

Adding to a Japan rental portfolio, starting your first overseas income property, or seeking an entry point into Greater Tokyo? This Izumi Ward house delivers cash flow plus location stability.

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Whether you’re planning to diversify with tangible assets in Japan, generate stable monthly cash flow, or explore long-term income from a trusted overseas market (why not all three?), we can explore the possibilities with you. Reach out today and let AkiyaHub guide your next step.

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