Living in Funabashi
船橋市, Chiba Prefecture
Funabashi is the second-largest city in Chiba prefecture, with high transaction volumes recorded in public real estate data. Its mix of major department stores, large hospitals, and multiple rail lines (JR Sobu, JR Keiyo, Tobu Urban Park, Keisei) makes it a well-established residential area for families and commuters.
To Tokyo
25 min (JR Sobu Rapid)
Rail Lines
4 lines
Population
649,393
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Location
Funabashi (船橋市) — Chiba Prefecture
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Transit Access
- JR Sobu
- JR Keiyo
- Tobu Urban Park
- Keisei
Approx. 25 min (JR Sobu Rapid) to Tokyo Station
FAQ
What are the characteristics of the Funabashi apartment market?
Transaction records show relatively high volumes compared to other Chiba cities, reflecting multiple rail lines and proximity to Tokyo. Median prices per sqm have historically been lower than central Tokyo wards — see the data table below for current station-level figures.
How far is Funabashi from Tokyo?
Funabashi Station is about 25 minutes from Tokyo (JR Sobu Rapid) and 30 minutes from Shinjuku (JR Chuo-Sobu Local). Nishi-Funabashi offers access to Tokyo Station via JR Keiyo Line in around 30 minutes.
What is the typical apartment price in Funabashi?
Resale apartment median prices vary by station. See the data table below for current station-level figures sourced from public transaction records.
Data sourced from MLIT public transaction records, Cabinet Office regional statistics (2023-2024), Chiba Police crime statistics (2024), and municipal open data. Updated periodically.