This installment of the “what can you rent” series is for people who want to have easy access to Shinjuku, without actually living in Shinjuku. By living a few minutes (or even 10- or 15-minutes) away, you can enjoy all that Shinjuku has to offer, without having to pay Shinjuku prices. We get that!
Popular stations within a 10-minute (or less) direct ride to Shinjuku include:
- Hatsudai Station on the Keio New Line (2-min direct ride or 18-min walk)
- Hatagaya Sation on the Keio New Line (4-min direct ride)
- Shin Okubo Station on the JR Yamanote Line (2-min direct or 17-min walk)
- Koenji Station on the JR Chuo Sobu Line (10-min direct ride)
Below we highlight some recommended properties (both long-term and short-stay) currently available for rent. And, of course, none of these properties require key money, a deposit, or agency fee!
Studio Apartment in Koenji – Built in 2019!
Nearest Station: Koenji Station on the JR Chuo Sobu Line
Get me to Shinjuku: 10-min direct ride from Koenji Station to Shinjuku
Why this neighborhood?: “Just minutes away from Shinjuku, Koenji is a residential area with a strong appreciation for the arts and independent expression. Boasting a large number of independently owned shops and music venues, Koenji has won the hearts of many artistically-inclined individuals. Creativity aside, this laid-back area is very livable for just about anyone who wants to stay relatively close to Shinjuku and Tokyo.”…..Read the full Korenji Area Guide.
Property Details
- Total Monthly Cost: ¥83,000 ($781)
- Key Money: None
- Deposit: None
- Agency Fee: None
- Lease Period: 2-Year lease
- Size: 1R studio apartment, 23.37 m² (248-sqft)
- Floor: 2nd-floor in 2-story building
- Notes: Built in 2019, room sharing (up to 2 people) ok, please check the listing for total estimated move-in costs
Studio Apartment in Koenji – Total Monthly Cost ~ $620 USD – No guarantor required
Nearest Station: Koenji Station on the JR Chuo Sobu Line
Get me to Shinjuku: 10-min direct ride from Koenji Station to Shinjuku
Why this neighborhood?: Read the full Koenji Area Guide to learn more!
Property Details
- Total Monthly Cost: ¥63,637 ($602)
- Key Money: None
- Deposit: None
- Agency Fee: None
- Lease Period: 2-Year Lease
- Size: 1R studio, 11.16 m² (118-sqft)
- Floor: 2nd-floor in 3-story building
- Notes: Everything you need in a compact space! Perfect if you don’t plan on spending a lot of time at home. This is a GaijinPot Housing Service apartment, which means you can apply from overseas, don’t need a guarantor, and can do the whole application in English!
Apartment for Rent in Shin Okubo – Tokyo’s Korea Town – Next to Shinjuku on the Yamanote Line
Nearest Station: Shin Okubo Station on the JR Yamanote line
Get me to Shinjuku: 17-min walk to Shinjuku Station, or 2-min ride on the JR Yamanote line.
Why this neighborhood?: Shin Okubo is Tokyo’s unofficial Korea Town. Live here (and visit here!) for all things Korean, from restaurants and groceries to beauty produce shops and K-Pop.
Property Details
- Total Monthly Cost: ¥88,000 ($828)
- Key Money: None
- Deposit: None
- Agency Fee: None
- Lease Period: 2-Year Lease
- Size: 1K studio, 19.87 m² (205-sqft)
- Floor: 1st-floor in 5-story building
- Notes: Fun neighborhood, lots of inexpensive restaurants nearby. Walkable to Shinjuku. Room will be available September 30, 2019.
Private Room in Share House in Hatsudai – Short Stay OK!
Nearest Station: Hatsudai Station on the Keio New Line
Get me to Shinjuku: 2-min direct ride from Hatsudai Station to Shinjuku
Why this neighborhood?: Quiet and relaxing residential neighborhood, just minutes by train from Shinjuku! Lots of shopping and Opera City nearby, 2-minutes from Honnachi Park. This apartment is perfect for both longer term business stays as well as the casual traveller looking for a centrally located apartment within Tokyo.
Property Details
- Total Monthly Cost: ¥69,000 ($649)
- Key Money: None
- Deposit: None
- Agency Fee: None
- Lease Period: Short stay available
- Size: 14-sqm private room in a share house
- Floor: 5th-floor in 10-story building
- Notes: Just came online a few days ago. Note from the owner: “My place is conveniently located near the station so you don’t have to worry about getting to places.”
Furnished Short Stay Apartment in Hatagaya – Utilities and WiFi Included!
Nearest Station: Hatagaya Station on the Keio New Line
Get me to Shinjuku: 4-min direct ride from Hatagaya Station to Shinjuku
Why this neighborhood?: Quiet and convenient residential neighborhood, just minutes from Shinjuku! Need we say more?
Property Details
- Total Monthly Cost: ¥100,000 ($941)
- Key Money: None
- Deposit: None
- Agency Fee: None
- Lease Period: One month lease (short stay rental)
- Size: 1K studio, 18.67 m² ( 194-sqft)
- Floor: 11th-floor in 13-story building
- Notes: All utilities and WiFi included in rent. No guarantor required.
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