{"id":7763,"date":"2026-10-23T06:52:22","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T04:52:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/?p=7763"},"modified":"2026-10-23T08:59:21","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T06:59:21","slug":"chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Chuo Line Apartments: Rent by Station in Tokyo (2026 Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Quick answer:<\/strong> Chuo Line apartments give you a direct, transfer-free ride into Shinjuku and Tokyo Station from almost all of western Tokyo. A studio or 1K costs about \u00a5145,000 to \u00a5158,000 a month near central stations. That drops to around \u00a5100,000 to \u00a5115,000 in Nakano, Koenji and Kichijoji, and under \u00a580,000 past Musashi-Sakai. For most foreigners, the best value is between Nakano and Mitaka: rent is 25 to 35% below central Tokyo and Shinjuku is under 20 minutes away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Why_Do_Foreigners_Choose_Chuo_Line_Apartments\" >Why Do Foreigners Choose Chuo Line Apartments?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#How_the_rapid_and_local_trains_work_together\" >How the rapid and local trains work together<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#How_Much_Do_Chuo_Line_Apartments_Cost_at_Each_Station\" >How Much Do Chuo Line Apartments Cost at Each Station?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#What_the_numbers_tell_you\" >What the numbers tell you<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#What_Is_Each_Section_of_the_Chuo_Line_Like\" >What Is Each Section of the Chuo Line Like?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Central_Tokyo_to_Yotsuya\" >Central: Tokyo to Yotsuya<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Inner_west_Shinjuku_to_Nakano\" >Inner west: Shinjuku to Nakano<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Suginami_Koenji_to_Nishi-Ogikubo\" >Suginami: Koenji to Nishi-Ogikubo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Musashino_Kichijoji_and_Mitaka\" >Musashino: Kichijoji and Mitaka<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Tama_area_Musashi-Sakai_to_Takao\" >Tama area: Musashi-Sakai to Takao<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Which_Chuo_Line_Station_Is_Best_for_You\" >Which Chuo Line Station Is Best for You?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Office_workers_in_Shinjuku_or_Tokyo_Station_Nakano_or_Ogikubo\" >Office workers in Shinjuku or Tokyo Station: Nakano or Ogikubo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Students_Koenji_Asagaya_or_Musashi-Sakai\" >Students: Koenji, Asagaya or Musashi-Sakai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Families_Mitaka_Kokubunji_or_Musashi-Koganei\" >Families: Mitaka, Kokubunji or Musashi-Koganei<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Lifestyle_first_Kichijoji_or_Nishi-Ogikubo\" >Lifestyle first: Kichijoji or Nishi-Ogikubo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Lowest_budget_Hino_Nishi-Hachioji_or_Takao\" >Lowest budget: Hino, Nishi-Hachioji or Takao<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Should_You_Use_the_Chuo_Line_Green_Car\" >Should You Use the Chuo Line Green Car?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#What_Are_the_Downsides_of_Chuo_Line_Apartments\" >What Are the Downsides of Chuo Line Apartments?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#How_Do_You_Rent_Chuo_Line_Apartments_as_a_Foreigner\" >How Do You Rent Chuo Line Apartments as a Foreigner?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Find_Chuo_Line_Apartments_with_Arealty\" >Find Chuo Line Apartments with Arealty<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#About_this_guide\" >About this guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/chuo-line-apartments-tokyo-station-guide\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"JR_Chuo_Line_key_facts\"><\/span>JR Chuo Line key facts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Item<\/th><th>Detail<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Operator<\/td><td>JR East<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Main service for residents<\/td><td>Chuo Line (Rapid), orange line, Tokyo to Takao<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Parallel local service<\/td><td>Chuo-Sobu Line, yellow line, Mitaka to Chiba via Shinjuku<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stations in Tokyo<\/td><td>32 (Tokyo to Takao)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shinjuku to Tokyo<\/td><td>About 14 minutes by rapid train<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cheapest studio rent<\/td><td>Takao, about \u00a557,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Most expensive studio rent<\/td><td>Ichigaya, about \u00a5158,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Green Car<\/td><td>Paid service since March 15, 2025<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Rent figures are LIFULL HOME&#8217;S averages for studio, 1K and 1DK apartments within a 10-minute walk of each station, checked October 2026.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Browse Tokyo Apartments<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Do_Foreigners_Choose_Chuo_Line_Apartments\"><\/span>Why Do Foreigners Choose Chuo Line Apartments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Chuo Line cuts straight across Tokyo from east to west. One train links the business district around Tokyo Station, the government and university area around Yotsuya and Ochanomizu, and Shinjuku, the busiest station in the world. Beyond Shinjuku, it runs through the neighborhoods many newcomers end up loving: Nakano, Koenji, Ogikubo and Kichijoji.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are three practical reasons this line works well for international residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, no transfers. If you work or study anywhere near Shinjuku, Yotsuya or Tokyo Station, you can ride one train door to door. Transfers are where Tokyo commutes lose time, so this matters more than distance. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/tokyo-commute-times-apartment-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tokyo commute times guide<\/a> explains why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Second, the rent curve is gentle. Prices fall steadily as you go west, so you can trade a few minutes of commuting for a real drop in rent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Third, the neighborhoods have character. The west side of the line has shopping streets, live music, used bookshops and large parks instead of only office towers. That makes daily life easier when you are new to Japan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_the_rapid_and_local_trains_work_together\"><\/span>How the rapid and local trains work together<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The orange <strong>Chuo Line (Rapid)<\/strong> stops at fewer stations and is the one you will use most. The yellow <strong>Chuo-Sobu Line<\/strong> stops at every station between Mitaka and Ochanomizu and then continues east to Chiba. If your apartment is near a small station like Higashi-Nakano or Shinanomachi, you will ride the yellow local trains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One rule surprises many new residents. <strong>On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays, rapid trains skip Koenji, Asagaya and Nishi-Ogikubo.<\/strong> Local trains still stop there, so you can always get home. Your weekend trip into Shinjuku just takes a few minutes longer. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/koenji-neighborhood-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Koenji neighborhood guide<\/a> covers how locals plan around it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-1.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-1-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-1-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Charming street vibe in western Tokyo neighborhood<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Much_Do_Chuo_Line_Apartments_Cost_at_Each_Station\"><\/span>How Much Do Chuo Line Apartments Cost at Each Station?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is the average rent for a studio, 1K or 1DK within a 10-minute walk of each station. Times to Shinjuku are approximate rapid-train times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Station<\/th><th>Studio \/ 1K \/ 1DK rent<\/th><th>To Shinjuku<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tokyo<\/td><td>\u00a5148,700<\/td><td>14 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kanda<\/td><td>\u00a5155,100<\/td><td>12 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ochanomizu<\/td><td>\u00a5152,600<\/td><td>10 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suidobashi<\/td><td>\u00a5152,500<\/td><td>Local line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Iidabashi<\/td><td>\u00a5154,900<\/td><td>Local line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ichigaya<\/td><td>\u00a5158,500<\/td><td>Local line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Yotsuya<\/td><td>\u00a5147,900<\/td><td>5 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shinanomachi<\/td><td>\u00a5130,100<\/td><td>Local line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sendagaya<\/td><td>\u00a5154,600<\/td><td>Local line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Yoyogi<\/td><td>\u00a5152,200<\/td><td>2 min (local)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Shinjuku<\/td><td>\u00a5144,300<\/td><td>0 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Okubo<\/td><td>\u00a5130,700<\/td><td>2 min (local)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Higashi-Nakano<\/td><td>\u00a5117,000<\/td><td>Local line<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nakano<\/td><td>\u00a5114,500<\/td><td>4 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Koenji<\/td><td>\u00a5103,800<\/td><td>7 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Asagaya<\/td><td>\u00a5110,700<\/td><td>9 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ogikubo<\/td><td>\u00a5109,100<\/td><td>11 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nishi-Ogikubo<\/td><td>\u00a5118,700<\/td><td>15 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kichijoji<\/td><td>\u00a5101,800<\/td><td>16 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mitaka<\/td><td>\u00a596,500<\/td><td>19 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Musashi-Sakai<\/td><td>\u00a582,000<\/td><td>25 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Higashi-Koganei<\/td><td>\u00a578,800<\/td><td>27 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Musashi-Koganei<\/td><td>\u00a579,800<\/td><td>29 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kokubunji<\/td><td>\u00a577,700<\/td><td>30 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nishi-Kokubunji<\/td><td>\u00a577,100<\/td><td>31 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Kunitachi<\/td><td>\u00a592,400<\/td><td>35 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tachikawa<\/td><td>\u00a5107,600<\/td><td>38 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hino<\/td><td>\u00a574,400<\/td><td>40 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Toyoda<\/td><td>\u00a578,500<\/td><td>42 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hachioji<\/td><td>\u00a581,400<\/td><td>47 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Nishi-Hachioji<\/td><td>\u00a575,000<\/td><td>50 min<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Takao<\/td><td>\u00a557,000<\/td><td>55 min<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_numbers_tell_you\"><\/span>What the numbers tell you<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest price drop comes right after Shinjuku. Moving from Shinjuku to Nakano saves about \u00a530,000 a month, yet adds only 4 minutes of travel. That is the main reason Nakano and Koenji are so popular with foreign renters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second drop happens after Mitaka, where studio rent falls below \u00a585,000. From Musashi-Sakai to Kokubunji you pay roughly half the rent of central Tokyo, with a commute of about 25 to 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two stations break the pattern. <strong>Tachikawa<\/strong> is more expensive than its neighbors because it is a major business and shopping hub with many new buildings. <strong>Kunitachi<\/strong> is also higher because it is a quiet, planned university town with limited new supply. If you want value in that area, look at Kokubunji or Hino instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For context on how these figures compare with the rest of the city, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/average-apartment-rent-in-tokyo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">average apartment rent in Tokyo<\/a> guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Each_Section_of_the_Chuo_Line_Like\"><\/span>What Is Each Section of the Chuo Line Like?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Tokyo_to_Yotsuya\"><\/span>Central: Tokyo to Yotsuya<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the office and university core. Iidabashi and Ichigaya have some of the highest rents on the line, partly because so many universities are nearby. Students at Hosei can read our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/hosei-university-ichigaya-student-housing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hosei University Ichigaya housing guide<\/a>, and Sophia students can check the <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/sophia-university-student-housing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sophia University housing guide<\/a>. Most renters here choose a small 1K and accept less space for a very short commute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Inner_west_Shinjuku_to_Nakano\"><\/span>Inner west: Shinjuku to Nakano<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Okubo and Higashi-Nakano are lively and international, with many Korean and Southeast Asian shops. Nakano is the standout. It has a huge covered shopping street, the Nakano Broadway mall, and fast access to Shinjuku. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/nakano-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nakano apartments guide<\/a> for ward-level detail, or browse current <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/nakano-ku\">Nakano listings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suginami_Koenji_to_Nishi-Ogikubo\"><\/span>Suginami: Koenji to Nishi-Ogikubo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the Chuo Line most people picture. Koenji is known for vintage clothing and live music. Asagaya has a quieter, older feel and a long covered arcade. Ogikubo is a calm residential hub with good ramen and a department store. Nishi-Ogikubo is full of antique shops and small cafes. Because of the weekend rapid rule, rent in Koenji and Asagaya is often slightly lower than you would expect for their distance. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/suginami-apartments-for-rent-tokyo-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suginami apartments guide<\/a> or browse <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/suginami-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Suginami listings<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Musashino_Kichijoji_and_Mitaka\"><\/span>Musashino: Kichijoji and Mitaka<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kichijoji ranks near the top of Japanese surveys of the most desirable places to live. Inokashira Park, big shopping streets and a second train line, the Keio Inokashira Line to Shibuya, make it very convenient. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/kichijoji-living-guide-rent-your-dream-home-in-tokyos-favourite-suburb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kichijoji living guide<\/a> covers it in depth. Mitaka is the end point of the local line and the Tozai Line through-service, so it is easy to get a seat in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tama_area_Musashi-Sakai_to_Takao\"><\/span>Tama area: Musashi-Sakai to Takao<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">West of Mitaka, Tokyo becomes greener and more suburban. Apartments are larger for the same money, and parks and rivers are close. Kokubunji and Musashi-Koganei have good shopping. Kunitachi is home to Hitotsubashi University, covered in our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/hitotsubashi-university-student-housing-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hitotsubashi housing guide<\/a>. Takao, at the end of the line, offers the cheapest rent and quick access to Mount Takao hiking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ready to compare real listings along the line? Start with the areas below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/shinjuku-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shinjuku<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/nakano-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nakano<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\/suginami-ku\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Suginami (Koenji, Ogikubo)<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-2.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-2-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-2-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Modern Japanese apartment building near Chuo Line<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Chuo_Line_Station_Is_Best_for_You\"><\/span>Which Chuo Line Station Is Best for You?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Office_workers_in_Shinjuku_or_Tokyo_Station_Nakano_or_Ogikubo\"><\/span>Office workers in Shinjuku or Tokyo Station: Nakano or Ogikubo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nakano gives you a 4-minute ride to Shinjuku at about \u00a5114,500 for a studio. Ogikubo adds a few minutes and has the Marunouchi Line as a backup route, which helps on days when the Chuo Line is delayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Students_Koenji_Asagaya_or_Musashi-Sakai\"><\/span>Students: Koenji, Asagaya or Musashi-Sakai<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Koenji and Asagaya offer some of the lowest rents within 10 minutes of Shinjuku. Further out, Musashi-Sakai is near ICU and costs about \u00a582,000. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/student-housing-near-tokyo-universities\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">student housing near Tokyo universities<\/a> article lists more options, and <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/direct-train-access-shinjuku-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">direct train access to Shinjuku for students<\/a> compares the Chuo Line with the Odakyu and Keio lines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Families_Mitaka_Kokubunji_or_Musashi-Koganei\"><\/span>Families: Mitaka, Kokubunji or Musashi-Koganei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These stations offer bigger apartments, more parks and quieter streets, with a direct train into central Tokyo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lifestyle_first_Kichijoji_or_Nishi-Ogikubo\"><\/span>Lifestyle first: Kichijoji or Nishi-Ogikubo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If shops, cafes and parks matter more than saving every yen, Kichijoji is hard to beat at around \u00a5101,800 for a studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lowest_budget_Hino_Nishi-Hachioji_or_Takao\"><\/span>Lowest budget: Hino, Nishi-Hachioji or Takao<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will pay roughly half of central Tokyo rent. The trade-off is a commute of 40 to 55 minutes to Shinjuku.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Use_the_Chuo_Line_Green_Car\"><\/span>Should You Use the Chuo Line Green Car?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since March 15, 2025, Chuo Line (Rapid) trains have double-deck Green Cars in cars 4 and 5. A Green Car seat costs <strong>\u00a5750 one way for trips up to 50 km<\/strong> when you buy the Green ticket with Suica or Mobile Suica. Paper tickets cost \u00a51,010 for the same distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For people living in the Tama area, the Green Car can make a 40-minute commute far more comfortable. It is not covered by a normal commuter pass, though, so budget for it separately. For many renters, a cheaper apartment further west plus occasional Green Car rides still costs less than a studio in Nakano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Downsides_of_Chuo_Line_Apartments\"><\/span>What Are the Downsides of Chuo Line Apartments?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Crowding.<\/strong> Morning rush trains between Nakano and Shinjuku are among the most crowded in Tokyo. Leaving 15 minutes earlier makes a big difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Delays.<\/strong> The Chuo Line is long and runs through busy areas, so delays happen more often than on some lines. Living near a station with a second line, such as Ogikubo, Kichijoji or Nakano, gives you a backup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Weekend rapid skips.<\/strong> As noted above, Koenji, Asagaya and Nishi-Ogikubo get only local trains on weekends and holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Competition.<\/strong> Popular stations like Kichijoji and Nakano get many applicants, especially in spring. Have your documents ready before you view. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/apartment-hunting-checklist-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartment hunting checklist<\/a> helps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Rent_Chuo_Line_Apartments_as_a_Foreigner\"><\/span>How Do You Rent Chuo Line Apartments as a Foreigner?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The process is the same as anywhere in Tokyo, but a few tips help on this line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Search by station, not by ward.<\/strong> The Chuo Line crosses several wards and cities, so filter by the stations you want.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check the walking time.<\/strong> All rent figures in this guide are for apartments within a 10-minute walk. Going further out lowers rent but adds time every day. See <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/walking-distance-to-train-stations-for-apartments-in-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">walking distance to train stations<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Look for foreigner-friendly listings.<\/strong> Not every landlord accepts foreign tenants. Arealty marks listings that do.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prepare for move-in costs.<\/strong> Expect around 4 to 6 months of rent upfront. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/apartment-move-in-cost-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartment move-in cost guide<\/a> breaks this down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ask about guarantor companies.<\/strong> Most landlords require one. See <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/apartments-japan-no-guarantor-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartments in Japan with no guarantor<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" src=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-3.webp 800w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-3-300x150.webp 300w, https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/Chuo-Line-apartments-3-768x384.webp 768w\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Balcony view from Nakano toward Shinjuku skyline<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792730798603\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Chuo Line good for living in Tokyo?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes. Chuo Line apartments are popular because the line links western Tokyo directly to Shinjuku and Tokyo Station without transfers. It is crowded at rush hour, but it is one of the most convenient lines for daily life.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792730804772\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the cheapest station on the Chuo Line?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Takao is the cheapest, at about \u00a557,000 for a studio. Within 20 minutes of Shinjuku, Mitaka and Kichijoji are the best value at roughly \u00a596,500 to \u00a5101,800.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792730811294\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do rapid trains stop at Koenji on weekends?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. On Saturdays, Sundays and holidays, rapid trains pass Koenji, Asagaya and Nishi-Ogikubo. Local Chuo-Sobu Line trains still stop there.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792730819057\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long does it take from Kichijoji to Shinjuku?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">About 16 minutes by rapid train, with no transfer.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1792730828063\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is the Chuo Line the same as the Chuo-Sobu Line?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">No. The Chuo Line (Rapid, orange) runs from Tokyo to Takao and skips smaller stations. The Chuo-Sobu Line (local, yellow) stops at every station from Mitaka to Chiba.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Find_Chuo_Line_Apartments_with_Arealty\"><\/span>Find Chuo Line Apartments with Arealty<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Arealty lists foreigner-friendly apartments along the whole Chuo Line, from Nakano studios to family homes in Kokubunji. Every listing is in English, and our team helps with applications, guarantor companies and contracts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Browse all <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">apartments for rent in Tokyo<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start your search on <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Arealty<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compare other lines: <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/apartments-near-yamanote-line-station-guide-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Yamanote Line station guide<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/blog\/den-en-toshi-line-apartments-for-rent-foreigners-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Den-en-toshi Line guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/rent\/tokyo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Find My Chuo Line Apartment<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/arealty.jp\/about?utm_source=blog_form_about&amp;utm_medium=blog_about&amp;utm_campaign=organic_blog#contactForm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Talk to Our Team<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_this_guide\"><\/span>About this guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide was written by Lucy Nguyen, Marketing Specialist at Arealty, using station-level rent data and official timetable information. Rent and train details change, so check current listings before you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span>Sources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.homes.co.jp\/chintai\/tokyo\/chuo-line\/price\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">LIFULL HOME&#8217;S: JR Chuo Line rent by station<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chintaistyle.jp\/article\/chintai-chuosen-yachin-yasui\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chintai Style: Chuo Line rent and commute times<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/trafficnews.jp\/post\/529815\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traffic News: Chuo Line Green Car service starts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/timetables.jreast.co.jp\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">JR East timetables<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Quick answer: Chuo Line apartments give you a direct, transfer-free ride into Shinjuku and Tokyo Station from almost all of western Tokyo. A studio or 1K costs about \u00a5145,000 to \u00a5158,000 a month near central stations. That drops to around \u00a5100,000 to \u00a5115,000 in Nakano, Koenji and Kichijoji, and under \u00a580,000 past Musashi-Sakai. 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