Under ¥20M
Under US$128K
Older houses and condos
Detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s and compact condos near Sobudai-mae and Zama stations.

座間市 · Kanagawa, Japan
Zama is a compact commuter city in central Kanagawa on the Odakyu line, with family houses, Camp Zama, and prices below the Tokyo edge.
Property price guide
These asking-price bands show what houses and condos in Zama ask across the city. Add roughly 6 to 10 percent in purchase costs, plus repairs and furnishing, to turn a band into your estimated all-in budget.
Under ¥20M
Under US$128K
Detached houses from the 1970s and 1980s and compact condos near Sobudai-mae and Zama stations.
¥20M to ¥35M
US$128K to US$223K
Three and four bedroom homes in planned neighborhoods with gardens and garages.
¥35M+
US$223K+
Newer houses and land near the stations and along the Sagami River terrace.
USD amounts are estimates using the cached September 5, 2026 reference rate of ¥156.74 per US$1.
2026 Q3 · Quarterly market data
Rounded active asking prices and the house and condo mix in Zama, from AkiyaHub market data. Each card says what the number means for your search.
¥23M
Median asking price
about US$147K. Half of active Zama listings ask less than this.
¥17M
Lower-price quartile
about US$108K. One in four listings asks less. If your budget sits here, you still have choice.
43%
Priced under ¥20M
Share of active listings under US$128K. A higher share means more choice at the lower end.
33%
Detached houses
67% are condos. If you want land or renovation potential, start with the detached share.
Updated . Prices and availability can change.
These are active asking prices, not completed sale prices. The median is the midpoint, and the lower-price quartile marks the lowest 25 percent. The data includes detached houses, condos, and apartments on the market now. It is not a complete census of every property for sale in Zama.
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Current price mix
See how current houses and condos split across asking-price bands. The band with the largest share is where you have the most choice. A thin band means you should widen the area or adjust the budget.
Limited supply
Under US$64K
8%
Available supply
US$64K to US$128K
35%
Broad supply
US$128K to US$255K
49%
Limited supply
US$255K+
8%
Property types
In this market update, 33% of active listings are detached houses and 67% are condos or apartments. If you want land, privacy, or renovation potential, start with the detached share. If you want low upkeep between visits, start with condos. Detached family houses with parking make up most of the market, with condos near Sobudai-mae and Zama stations. Structure, station distance, and long-term rental demand near Camp Zama shape the checks.
Three current Zama homes with photos, price band, size, and year built. Compare the character, space, and building eras on offer before you decide which type to pursue.
These homes were active in the 2026 Q3 market update. Availability and asking prices can change. Members get availability confirmed with the Japanese-side agent before a viewing is planned, and see the full details.
Condo
Under US$64K
House
Under US$64K
House
US$128K to US$255K
More city real estate guides
Compare Zama with related city markets that offer a useful difference in location, property type, access, or asking price.
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Use these strengths to decide whether Zama fits your daily life, travel plans, and preferred type of home.
Direct trains reach Shinjuku in about an hour, with Ebina and Machida a few stops away.
Most Zama homes are family houses with parking, rare at these prices closer to Tokyo.
Homes ask less than Sagamihara and Machida for similar commutes.
Local search map
Compare these areas by daily routine, station access, home type, and local market character before you choose where to search.
Rail neighborhoods
Condos and houses within walking distance of the Odakyu line.
Base side
Family houses with steady long-term rental demand from base personnel.
Green edge
Larger plots and quieter streets toward the river and the Zama hills.
Kanagawa buyer support
Our Kanagawa team compares Zama with Sagamihara and Yokosuka on price and commute, then checks structure and rental rules before you commit.
Compare home types, districts, nearby cities, and the wider prefecture before you narrow the search.
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How it works
Start with your estimated all-in budget and the local market, narrow to the properties that deserve a closer look, and complete the legal and physical checks with remote support before you commit.
Use Zama price data, local-area notes, and current property examples to choose a practical search area.
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Questions buyers ask first
Yes. Japan does not require citizenship or residency to own real estate. Ownership does not give you a visa, and financing, tax, and document needs depend on your situation.
Many owners do through the base housing office, which sets standards for the home. Long-term rental is normal. Confirm current rules and demand before you count on this income.
Zama is smaller and often asks a little less for similar houses, with a direct Odakyu commute to Shinjuku. Sagamihara adds more rail lines, more shopping, and a wider spread of prices.
Zama listings can include city condos or apartments, detached houses, family homes, and older properties. The mix changes by area, station access, building age, condition, and asking price.
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