Chitose real estate guide | Land prices, district features, housing and where to get advice, from a local company
Chitose has a population of about 97,000. It is home to New Chitose Airport and JASDF Chitose Air Base (Japan Air Self-Defense Force), and it is a transport hub served by National Route 36, the Do-o Expressway and the JR Chitose Line. Since the 2020s, large semiconductor-related investments have moved forward, and housing demand and land prices have suddenly started to change. This page brings together official data and local experience in one place for people who want to sell, buy or rent real estate in Chitose.
Land prices in 2026 and what has happened in the last 5 years
In the 2026 official land price survey, the average of 19 residential sites in Chitose was ¥54,105 per m², the median was ¥52,000, and the average change was +6.77%. This is 2.7 times the level of Tomakomai (average ¥20,291, +4.15%).
| Location (residential land) | 2026 ¥/m² | Change | 2021 | Change over 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sakaemachi 2-chome | 112,000 | +19.1% | 44,000 | 2.55 times |
| Midorimachi 3-chome | 71,000 | +14.5% | 36,500 | 1.95 times |
| Tomioka 2-chome | 64,000 | +3.2% | 39,000 | 1.64 times |
| Shinano 3-chome | 60,000 | +8.1% | 32,500 | 1.85 times |
| Osatsu Ekimae 1-chome | 54,000 | +3.8% | 35,000 | 1.54 times |
| Hokuto 4-chome | 52,500 | +9.4% | 27,600 | 1.90 times |
| Toko 2-chome | 52,000 | +10.6% | 27,800 | 1.87 times |
| Sumiyoshi 4-chome | 50,000 | +11.1% | 27,700 | 1.81 times |
| Hokuyo 4-chome | 48,000 | +2.1% | 30,200 | 1.59 times |
| Yumai 1-chome | 47,000 | +2.2% | 30,000 | 1.57 times |
| Midoridai Minami 2-chome | 43,000 | +2.4% | 25,200 | 1.71 times |
| Seiryu 2-chome | 43,000 | +2.4% | 27,800 | 1.55 times |
| Sakuragi 5-chome | 41,000 | +2.5% | 22,500 | 1.82 times |
| Asahigaoka 2-chome | 36,000 | +2.9% | 20,600 | 1.75 times |
| Katsuragi 2-chome | 32,000 | +3.2% | 21,000 | 1.52 times |
| Hakuyo 2-chome | 21,500 | +2.4% | 13,200 | 1.63 times |
Source: MLIT official land prices (2026). Every site has risen 1.5 times or more in five years. Few cities in Hokkaido have seen such uniform rises.
Commercial land is rising faster than almost anywhere in Japan
| Location | Use | 2026 ¥/m² | Change | 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chiyodacho 5-chome | Neighborhood commercial (office) | 245,000 | +44.1% | 72,000 |
| Saiwaicho 3-chome | Commercial (residence and shop) | 172,000 | +34.4% | 48,500 |
| Nishikicho 2-chome | Neighborhood commercial (Japanese inn) | 144,000 | +38.5% | 42,200 |
| Shinano 1-chome | Quasi-industrial (shop and factory) | 80,000 | +14.3% | — |
Chiyodacho 5-chome rose 3.4 times in five years. Demand from outside the city is concentrated on business land and land for accommodation near the station. Industrial land is also moving strongly: Ryutsu 1-chome (warehouses and offices) was ¥20,000, up +11.1%, and Kami-Osatsu (offices and factories) was ¥13,800, up +20.0%.
Features of each district
Around the station (Chiyodacho, Sakaemachi, Saiwaicho, Nishikicho, Shinonomecho)
This is the town center around JR Chitose Station. This area is driving the rise in Chitose prices. Demand for condominiums, shops and accommodation overlaps, and when a large plot comes on the market, it sells within a short time. Prices are high for buying residential land, so if you want to keep your budget down, you will consider the following districts.
North (Hokuto, Hokuyo, Yumai, Osatsu Ekimae, Toko)
These residential areas lie between Osatsu Station and Chitose Station. Prices are ¥47,000 to ¥54,000 per m², and there are many new detached houses for sale. Schools and shops are close by, and the area is a main choice for families. Toko 2-chome is in a quasi-industrial zone and rose +10.6%, one of the highest rates among residential sites.
West and hills (Tomioka, Shinano, Sumiyoshi, Midorimachi, Seiryu)
This area is on the west side of the town center, with prices of ¥50,000 to ¥71,000. Midorimachi 3-chome rose +14.5%, second only to the station area. It is a mature residential area, and second-hand houses are sold steadily.
South and suburbs (Midoridai, Sakuragi, Asahigaoka, Katsuragi, Koyodai, Hakuyo)
At ¥21,500 to ¥43,000 per m², this is the most affordable area in Chitose. Increases are a steady +2 to 3%. You will need a car to get to the station, but it is a realistic choice for people who want a large plot or a lower price. Hakuyo 2-chome, 7.9 km from the station at ¥21,500, is the cheapest official residential site in the city.
Selling real estate in Chitose
Conditions continue to favor sellers in Chitose. Many buyers come from outside the city (people transferred from Sapporo, Tomakomai and mainland Japan, and companies), and if the price is right, a deal is made quickly. There are three points to note.
- Prices are moving, so get an up-to-date valuation: A valuation from a year ago is not a useful guide
- For land, do the survey and confirm boundaries first: Because prices are high, buyers pay close attention to boundaries
- Rented properties are also valued by income: Apartment buildings and tenant properties are priced on their yield
Buying real estate in Chitose
- Decide your budget and district together: If you aim for a location near the station, the budget often does not work, so you will decide faster by finding a compromise on commuting time
- For land, check whether there is a building condition: With a building condition (kenchiku joken tsuki), you must contract with a specified company to build your house
- Aircraft noise and winter snow clearing: View properties at different times of day and in different seasons so you do not misjudge them
- Water, sewer and ground: In the suburbs, some land needs separate payment to connect to water and sewer
Official places to get advice in Chitose
| Topic | Contact | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Free vacant house advice (on behalf of the city) | Crassone Co., Ltd. | 0120-304-395 (weekdays 9:00 to 18:00) |
| City division in charge of housing and vacant houses | Building Policy Division, Construction Department, Chitose City | 0123-24-0430 |
| Poorly managed vacant houses | Environmental Promotion Division, Chitose City | 0123-24-0594 |
| City-run housing | Chitose City Municipal Housing Service Center | — |
| Selling, buying, renting, valuation | Banana House Inc. | +81-144-84-8958 (Japanese only) |
Articles about Chitose
- Chitose land prices rose again in 2026 | Official prices for 19 residential sites
- Selling, renting out or demolishing a vacant house in Chitose | Free advice line, vacant house bank and the ¥30 million deduction
We are headquartered in Honkocho, Tomakomai, and also handle sales brokerage in the Chitose and Eniwa area. Chitose is a market where the figures move fast. Whether you are selling or buying, please start by checking the current price. We accept free valuations and inquiries with three items: the property type, the location and your contact details.
This page was machine-translated. The Japanese original prevails.
Frequently asked questions
Will land prices in Chitose keep rising?
We cannot predict this for certain, but as of 2026, prices are still rising. Commercial land around the station is moving sharply at +34 to 44%, and residential land rises faster the closer it is to the station. On the other hand, Hakuyo, Midoridai and Sakuragi, far from the station, are steady at around +2%. A feature of Chitose is that trends differ greatly by district.
Which is easier to buy in, Chitose or Eniwa?
On price alone, some districts in Eniwa are cheaper. However, Chitose has jobs at the airport and industrial parks, and the advantage is that properties are easier to sell later. If you tell us where you commute and your budget, we will search across both cities.
Is noise a problem near the airport?
In districts in line with the runways, there is aircraft noise. We recommend viewing a property several times at different times of day. Whether a property is in a designated noise zone differs for each property, so we will investigate and explain it.
Does Chitose have a demolition subsidy for vacant houses?
Not as of October 2026. The city offers a free vacant house advice line (0120-304-395) and information. See our article on vacant houses in Chitose for details.
Talk to a local real estate company
Buying, selling, renting, investment properties and vacant houses: our office in Honkocho, Tomakomai handles every kind of inquiry.
Banana House Inc., 1-1-1 Honkocho, Tomakomai. We never use pushy sales. Please write in English or Japanese.
Sources and data
- Data retrieved: 2026-10-05. All prices are official public data and do not include our own estimates.
Yuki Nakazawa (President, Banana House Inc.) reviewed the Japanese original of this article. As a licensed real estate broker, we follow the Japanese rules for real estate advertising.