Meguro, TokyoMeguro
Meguro
A south-west Yamanote hub combining central rail access with residential streets along the Meguro River and toward Meguro and Shinagawa wards.
Typical rent (1R / 1K)
¥85,000 - ¥155,000
Monthly
Commute to Shinjuku
20 min
From Meguro
Daily life feel
Good fit
The area can suit people who want central access, supermarkets, restaurants, and a calmer home base than the largest entertainment hubs.
Last reviewed
July 2026
Data updated regularly
Why Meguro might be a great match for you
The area can suit people who want central access, supermarkets, restaurants, and a calmer home base than the largest entertainment hubs.
May work well for
- Multiple rail options across central Tokyo.
- Residential streets remain close to daily shopping and dining.
- Practical for two different central commutes.
Trade-offs to compare
- Station-area rent is often high.
- Hills can make short map distances feel longer.
- Popular layouts may attract competition.
Commute and access
The Yamanote, Meguro, Namboku, and Mita through-services make Shibuya, Shinagawa, Otemachi, and south-central destinations comparatively straightforward.
Lifestyle fit
The area can suit people who want central access, supermarkets, restaurants, and a calmer home base than the largest entertainment hubs.
Rental preparation
Popular location and varied ward boundaries mean building age, slope, station distance, and application conditions should be compared property by property.
Watch out
Steep approaches and premium station-area pricing can offset the apparent convenience, particularly for larger rooms.
Rent guide
Station-adjacent rent can be high; older buildings and longer walks may broaden the range, but larger layouts still require careful budgeting.
1R / 1K
- Low
- ¥85,000
- Typical
- ¥112,000
- High
- ¥155,000
1LDK
- Low
- ¥145,000
- Typical
- ¥195,000
- High
- ¥300,000
2LDK+
- Low
- ¥230,000
- Typical
- ¥305,000
- High
- ¥470,000
Share house
- Low
- ¥58,000
- Typical
- ¥78,000
- High
- ¥110,000
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: Meguro comparison area
2026-07-17: LifeLanding rent-range methodology
Foreign resident population: 11,946 (of 283,026 ward residents)
Ward-level: Meguro
2025-06-01: Meguro City Government
Share of residents who are foreign nationals: 4.2%
Ward-level: Meguro
2025-06-01: Meguro City Government
Foreign-language medical facilities (ward): 10
Ward-level: Meguro
2026-06-06: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Market rent, 1K (new-build near station): ¥179,000/mo
Station-level: Meguro station
2026-04-13: SUUMO (Recruit)
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.