Cheap Share Houses in Tokyo — From ¥40,000/month

Budget share houses in Tokyo, sorted by price

This page lists every available Modern Living Tokyo share house private room sorted by monthly rent, cheapest first. Every room is fully furnished, with kitchen, bathroom, Wi-Fi and utilities shared or included.

Share houses are the cheapest way to live in central Tokyo without compromising on safety, location, or convenience. Most of our cheap rooms are in Nakano, Toshima, Suginami, Nerima and Bunkyo — easy commutes to Shinjuku, Ikebukuro and the city center.

This page is part of our collection — see every available room and current prices there.

Cheap share houses in Tokyo — frequently asked questions

What is the cheapest share house in Tokyo you offer?

Modern Living Tokyo's cheapest private share house rooms start at around ¥40,000/month, fully furnished, with utilities and Wi-Fi covered by a fixed monthly common-area fee. Most budget rooms are in Nakano, Toshima, Suginami, Nerima and Bunkyo wards.

Can I really rent a room in Tokyo for ¥40,000/month?

Yes. Our cheapest private share house rooms genuinely start at ¥40,000/month in rent, plus a fixed common-area fee for utilities and Wi-Fi. You get a lockable private bedroom and share the kitchen, bathroom and lounge with 3–8 other residents.

What is included in a cheap Tokyo share house rent?

The monthly rent covers your private furnished room and all shared spaces (kitchen, bathroom, laundry, lounge). Electricity, gas, water and high-speed Wi-Fi are covered by a fixed monthly common-area fee, and stays under 90 days add a ¥3,000/month short-term fee. Every fee is shown in the booking breakdown before you pay.

Are cheap share houses in Tokyo safe and clean?

Yes. All Modern Living Tokyo share houses are professionally managed, with regular cleaning of shared spaces, secure entry, and 24-hour staff support. Our 4.4-star Google rating from 150+ residents reflects the standard we maintain.

Do I need a guarantor to rent a cheap share house in Tokyo?

No. Like all Modern Living Tokyo rentals, our cheap share houses require no Japanese guarantor, no key money, and no agency fees. A valid passport and proof of income or savings is enough.