Toshima, TokyoIkebukuro
Ikebukuro
A major north-west Tokyo hub with broad rail reach, large retail centers, international food options, and varied housing in surrounding districts.
Typical rent (1R / 1K)
¥75,000 - ¥135,000
Monthly
Commute to Shinjuku
9 min
From Ikebukuro
Daily life feel
Good fit
Department stores, supermarkets, entertainment, and diverse restaurants support a convenient car-free routine.
Last reviewed
July 2026
Data updated regularly
Why Ikebukuro might be a great match for you
Department stores, supermarkets, entertainment, and diverse restaurants support a convenient car-free routine.
May work well for
- One of Tokyo's broadest transport hubs.
- Strong shopping and international food access.
- Multiple surrounding neighborhoods at different price points.
Trade-offs to compare
- Large, complex station and busy streets.
- Quietness varies substantially by exit.
- Central towers and new buildings can be expensive.
Commute and access
JR, Marunouchi, Yurakucho, Fukutoshin, Seibu, and Tobu services make Shinjuku, Shibuya, and many north-side destinations practical.
Lifestyle fit
Department stores, supermarkets, entertainment, and diverse restaurants support a convenient car-free routine.
Rental preparation
High listing volume does not remove building-specific screening or guarantor requirements; compare exit, street, and late-evening conditions.
Watch out
The station is complex, some blocks are very lively at night, and a short rail trip can still involve a long platform or exit walk.
Rent guide
The search spans premium towers, compact central units, and more residential streets toward Mejiro, Kanamecho, and Kita-Ikebukuro.
1R / 1K
- Low
- ¥75,000
- Typical
- ¥98,000
- High
- ¥135,000
1LDK
- Low
- ¥120,000
- Typical
- ¥160,000
- High
- ¥245,000
2LDK+
- Low
- ¥180,000
- Typical
- ¥235,000
- High
- ¥360,000
Share house
- Low
- ¥50,000
- Typical
- ¥68,000
- High
- ¥95,000
Estimate basis
Medium confidenceSource: LifeLanding rent-range methodology
Last reviewed: 2026-07-17
Rent ranges are area-level comparison estimates, not listing prices or availability.
Rent figures are area-level estimates for comparison only. Actual rent, availability, fees, and contract terms vary by listing, building, agent, and timing.
Local data & sources
Room-type rent range methodology: LifeLanding calibrated comparison range by room type
LifeLanding comparison methodology: Ikebukuro comparison area
2026-07-17: LifeLanding rent-range methodology
Foreign resident population: 36,360
Ward-level: Ikebukuro
2025-01-01: Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (Basic Resident Register)
Foreign-language medical facilities (ward): 14
Ward-level: Ikebukuro
2026-06-06: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Market rent, 1K (new-build near station): ¥134,000/mo
Station-level: Ikebukuro station
2026-04-13: SUUMO (Recruit)
Peak-hour rail congestion (main line): 145% (Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line, Higashi-Ikebukuro–Gokokuji)
Published line segment: Published peak-hour line segment
2024 (FY2024 survey): Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)
International grocery stores nearby: Yuugi Shoten Chinese grocery and Probashi Halal Food, Ikebukuro
Nearby destination: Named place in or accessible from the Ikebukuro area
2026-06-30: Local listings
Figures combine official government statistics and private real-estate market data, as noted per source. They may not reflect current conditions — check the source for the latest figures.
Area-level guidance and estimates use curated market and community signals last reviewed July 2026. Confirm current details directly before making housing decisions.