--- type: "Public Article" title: "Close to Tokyo, Space to Breathe, Under $130K (Sold)" description: "Spacious 5DK family home in Tokorozawa, Saitama, 50 minutes to Ikebukuro. Three-story house: two toilets, balcony, parking, flexible rooms, priced under $130K." resource: "https://akiyahub.com/articles/close-to-tokyo-space-to-breathe-under-130k" tags: - "Properties" - "Saitama" - "Tokorozawa" - "Sold!" status: stable stale_after: "2026-10-25" generated: by: "process:akiyahub-public-article-markdown" at: "2026-08-01T10:39:56.464Z" sources: - resource: "https://akiyahub.com/articles/close-to-tokyo-space-to-breathe-under-130k" title: "Close to Tokyo, Space to Breathe, Under $130K (Sold)" last_modified: "2026-04-28" published_at: "2026-04-28T00:02:02.890Z" modified_at: "2026-04-28T00:02:02.890Z" --- [Explore all free guides](/md/articles.md) | [See the full visual article](https://akiyahub.com/articles/close-to-tokyo-space-to-breathe-under-130k) **This property has now sold**, but it remains a strong example of what’s possible in this market. --- ## Spacious 5DK Family Home in Tokorozawa, Saitama ### Clean 5DK with Two Toilets and Balcony in a Quiet Residential Area ### Three-Story Wood Home with Flexible Rooms and Practical Storage ### Walkable to Seibuen Station, 50 Minutes Door-to-Door to Ikebukuro ### Built November 1995, Well-Maintained and Ready for Everyday Living ### PRICE DROP! ¥15.8M / \~$102,000 USD (as of Feb 2026) ~~Priced at ¥19.8M / \~$125,000 USD (as of Jan 2026)~~ ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHelV52gS6V4LqxTuj629c5WsCzpUv07egFJXd8)How much does a clean, spacious family home near Tokyo actually cost? This **5DK detached house** in **Tokorozawa, Saitama** offers a surprisingly generous layout across three floors, with two toilets, a mix of Western and Japanese-style rooms, and a balcony overlooking a calm neighborhood, all for **under $130,000 USD**. Located a **15-minute walk from Seibuen and Shimoyamaguchi Station**s, with roughly 50 minutes door-to-door access to Ikebukuro, this home balances commuter convenience with a slower-paced residential setting. It’s an approachable, practical option for buyers who want **space and flexibility without the price pressure of central Tokyo**. ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeg4imnMOxKFDJBonyRLO2wk0TE6ZtqaUcWIzj)## 🛠️ Property Features & Highlights - 🏡 **5DK layout across three floors** with flexible room use - 📐 **114.54 sqm (1,233 sqft) of interior space** on a 71.14 sqm lot - 🧱 **Wood-frame, three-story construction**; built November 1995 - 🚽 **Two toilets**, one on each floor for daily convenience - 🛋️ **Western-style ground-floor room** with grey carpet, ideal for office or guests - 🍽️ **Clean, functional kitchen** with practical LDK flow - 📦 **Under-stair storage** for daily essentials and seasonal items - 🛁 **Unified wet area** with vanity, laundry space, and bath - 🛏️ **Multiple Western-style bedrooms**, including one with built-in desk - 👘 **Japanese-style room** plus adjacent Western room for flexible use - 🌤️ **Balcony with neighborhood views**, good light and airflow - 🚗 **On-site parking** for one car (free) - 🌿 **Quiet residential setting** surrounded by greenery and walking routes ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe45we057UC8mXJsStg3o1rlGwOPe7M9uAFYbV)## 🌿 A Flexible Home Designed for Real Life The layout of this home prioritizes everyday usability over flash. On the ground floor, the **Western-style room** near the entrance works well as a home office, guest bedroom, or hobby space. The **LDK** is compact but efficient, with a kitchen that still feels clean and well cared for, plus **under-stair storage** that’s genuinely useful for daily life. The **wet area** is thoughtfully arranged, combining vanity, laundry space, and bath into one clean zone, making household routines simple and efficient. A **first-floor toilet** adds everyday convenience. Upstairs, the **second toilet** includes a small vanity, a practical and somewhat rare feature in homes of this era. One Western-style room includes a **built-in desk**, perfect for study or remote work, while another offers a **wardrobe room** and a more “main bedroom” feel. The **Japanese-style room** connects to an **additional Western room**, opening up flexible options: bedroom plus storage, guest room plus office, or a hybrid living arrangement. From here, step out onto the **balcony** to enjoy a quiet residential view and fresh air. This is a home that adapts well to different life stages, whether you’re living solo, as a couple, or with family. ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeD50kAJLhHZrIlUJ8PpuSNQcxWfTbi3w4FgzY)## 📍 Welcome to Tokorozawa, Saitama Located in the southwest of Saitama Prefecture, **Tokorozawa** is a well-balanced commuter city where nature and urban convenience coexist comfortably. With a population of around 340,000, it offers the infrastructure of a **major residential hub** without the intensity of central Tokyo. The city is served by **multiple rail lines**, including the Seibu Ikebukuro Line, Seibu Shinjuku Line, and JR Musashino Line, with 11 stations across the city. From Tokorozawa Station, you can reach **Ikebukuro in about 25 minutes** and **Shinjuku in around 45 minutes**, both without transfers. Some stations also offer starting trains, making seated commutes possible. Tokorozawa is famously known as the “Home of Totoro,” with the Sayama Hills and surrounding green spaces preserving a **deep connection to nature**. Large parks offer cherry blossoms in spring, autumn foliage, and year-round outdoor enjoyment. Daily life is well supported by **shopping and amenities**. Tokorozawa Station connects directly to Grand Emio Tokorozawa, with over 120 shops, while Emi Terrace Tokorozawa, opened in 2024, adds another 140+ stores, food halls, and a cinema complex. Across the city are dozens of **supermarkets**, **drugstores**, and local **shopping streets** that make daily errands easy even without a car. ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe4QtuwrUC8mXJsStg3o1rlGwOPe7M9uAFYbVq)## 🗺️ Quick Property Snapshot - 🏡 **5DK layout** (multiple Western rooms + Japanese-style room) - 📐 **114.54 sqm building** / 71.14 sqm land - 🏗️ **Wood-frame, three-story** home - 🛠️ **Built November 1995** - 🚽 **Two toilets** - 🚗 **One on-site parking space** (free) - 🌿 **Quiet residential area** with natural surroundings - 🚉 **15 min walk to Seibuen & Shimoyamaguchi** Stations - 💴 **PRICE DROP! ¥15,800,000 / \~$102,000 USD** (as of February 2026) - ~~¥19,800,000 / \~$125,000 USD (as of January 2026)~~ ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeIxfsM41K9GadbqoPp7WM4ul2iXeYFy6zAHCc)## 🧭 Your Next Step Buying in Japan doesn’t have to be a solo journey. The best way forward is to **connect with others who are already doing it**. Join the AkiyaHub community to: - Learn from real **buyers and renovators** - Share your own **ideas and experiences** ![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeCJq5eCo7b01hToKiXmL9qnOfW8VvkM23YQPJ)## 🏠 A Rare Chance for Space Near Tokyo, Without the Tokyo Price A **three-story** detached home, **two toilets**, **flexible rooms**, a **balcony**, and **commuter access to central Tokyo**, all for under $130,000 USD. Whether you’re looking for a primary residence, a Tokyo-area base, or a long-term hold in a stable residential city, this Tokorozawa property offers **space**, **practicality**, **and approachability that’s increasingly hard to find**. --- ### If this is the kind of home you’re looking for, here’s where to start. - 👉[ How to Find Your Dream Property in Japan](https://akiyahub.com/articles/how-to-find-your-dream-property-in-japan): Learn how to explore regions, compare value, and confidently discover standout homes using AkiyaHub’s most powerful search approach. - 👉 [Join the AkiyaHub community](https://akiyahub.com/jointhecommunity): Learn from real buyers, ask questions freely, and move forward with confidence as you explore owning a home in Japan.