Who lives here
- People working in Shibuya or Roppongi, designers and IT creatives
- Couples who like cafés and walks along the river
- Families often pick stations a little further out, such as Yutenji or Gakugei-daigaku
Which neighborhood fits you?
| Neighborhood | Feel | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Naka-Meguro | Riverside cafés, cherry blossoms, lively at night | Working in central Tokyo, enjoying walks |
| Ebisu | Convenient station, many restaurants | The easiest commute |
| Daikanyama | Quiet and stylish, fewer shops | A calm home base |
| Yutenji · Gakugei-daigaku | Shopping streets, everyday life | Lower rent, families |
| Ikejiri-Ohashi | Residential, close to Shibuya | Working in Shibuya |
Rent at a glance
A 1K of about 25 m², ten minutes' walk from Naka-Meguro Station, was listed at around ¥160,000 a month in summer 2026 (LIFULL HOME'S listing history). A small studio of about 12 m² can be found for around ¥90,000 including the management fee (example listing). Prices move quickly, so treat these as a rough guide and check current listings.
Before you move
- Cherry blossom season (late March to early April) brings big crowds to the river.
- Walking ten minutes from the station often lowers rent. The area is hilly, so check slopes on the map.
- An agency used to foreign tenants makes the search much faster. See how to choose one.
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