The General Incorporated Association "Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women" (Secretariat: Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku; Representative: Hiromi Kojima), which holds seminars on condominium purchasing strategies and consulting for women's condominiums, recently conducted a survey targeting women who purchased condominiums (478 respondents, 351 unmarried) regarding conditions related to condominium purchases and their lifestyles. The results are as follows:

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- The "40-54 years old" age group accounted for 58.4% of purchasers, forming the largest segment!

- The income bracket of "4 to 6 million yen" accounted for 58.5%

- "Within 3 months (27.2%)" was the top response for the period taken to purchase a condominium!

Including those who purchased within 1 month, the percentage of those who purchased within 3 months was 37.7%, meaning approximately 1 in 2.6 people decided to purchase within 3 months!

- Compared to the previous survey (2024), condominium purchase prices in the "40 million yen range" increased by 6.6%, and those in the "60 million yen or more" range increased by 2.2%, indicating a significant rise in condominium prices!

- Solved through condominium purchase! Top 3 concerns about housing before purchase:

"Security (38.7%)", "Small space (38.5%)", "Future anxiety (36.6%)"

- Following daily conveniences such as "well-equipped shopping facilities nearby" and "proximity to the station (within 10 minutes)", "public safety" and "location less prone to disasters" were also important points, considering long-term living and potential emergencies!

- 52.1% of women cook 4-5 times or more per week! What kind of storage is desirable?

Following "walk-in closets (77.0%)" and "shoe-in closets (43.5%)", approximately 1 in 3 people desired a "pantry (33.5%)"!

"Condominium Purchase Survey for Women" Survey Overview

Survey Method: Internet-based questionnaire survey

Survey Period: April 25, 2026 (Sat) - May 20, 2026 (Wed)

Target Audience: 478 women from the "Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women" who responded to the survey

[Breakdown]

Age Group... 20s/1.7%, 30s/20.3%, 40s/40.0%, 50s/29.7%, 60s/6.5%, etc.

Residence... Tokyo Metropolis/37.7%, Osaka Prefecture/16.5%, Kanagawa Prefecture/13.8%, Chiba Prefecture/9.2%, Saitama Prefecture/8.6%, etc.

Marital Status... Unmarried/76.6%, Married/10.5%, Divorced/7.3%, Engaged/1.5%, Planning divorce/0.6%, etc.

*When using the survey results from this release, please clearly state "General Incorporated Association Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women." We can also provide data for survey items and results not included in this release.

[Detailed Survey Results]

1 Own situation at the time of first condominium purchase

The "40-54 years old" age group was the largest segment, accounting for 58.4% of purchasers. The desire to purchase remains high, driven by concerns about future finances after retirement. In terms of annual income, "5 million yen range (25.3%)" was the top category, followed by the "4 million yen range (19.2%)". However, perhaps due to the recent rise in condominium prices, the proportion of those with an annual income of "6 million yen or more" has increased by 4.6%.

2 Before the first condominium purchase

The primary reason for purchasing a condominium was "feeling that rent and renewal fees (for rental properties) were a waste (48.7%)". This was followed by "can be left as an asset (42.5%)" and "anxiety about the future if I continue renting / wanting to live in a detached condominium (38.7%)".

The top concern regarding the purchase was "whether I can continue paying the loan after purchase" (51.7%), continuing from the previous survey. In an era of rising condominium prices and uncertain future prospects, the importance of meticulous financial planning is increasing, leading many to seek advice from experts and experienced individuals.

3 Points for choosing a condominium and the condominium actually purchased

When purchasing a condominium, buyers pay particular attention to "station proximity", "floor plan", and "area/line" as indicators of desired conditions and asset value. Regarding awareness of the location of the purchased condominium, about 60% purchased in areas where they had prior knowledge through past residency or visits, while less than 40% purchased in locations they had never visited before.

4 First condominium purchase and financial planning

In this survey, where buyers of 1LDK units accounted for half of the purchasers, the influence of recent condominium price hikes led to an overall increase in the 40 million yen or higher price range, with the "40 million yen range" increasing by 6.6% compared to the previous survey. Furthermore, the proportion of those choosing pre-owned condominiums is increasing, with a 1.4% rise in those selecting renovated or remodeled properties.

5 Condominium purchase and life plan thereafter

Similar to the previous survey, many respondents indicated that purchasing a condominium led to "reduced anxiety and worry about the future" and "an enriched heart and increased peace of mind." The most frequent response, "reduced anxiety and worry about the future," and the fact that "future anxiety" accounted for nearly 40% of concerns about their previous housing, suggests that purchasing brought psychological positivity due to relief from concerns about old-age living expenses and rental issues for the elderly.

6 Ideal condominium discovered after living in it

The top three factors respondents indicated as important after actually living in their purchased condominium were "space", "storage capacity", and "surrounding environment". Additionally, as desirable amenities even with a slight price increase, over 30% mentioned "individual delivery lockers (for package delivery)" and "full-length mirror at the entrance".

7 Awareness of living environment

Similar to the previous survey, following daily conveniences such as "well-equipped shopping facilities nearby" and "proximity to the station (within 10 minutes)", "public safety" and "location less prone to disasters" were also important points, considering long-term living and potential emergencies.

≪Advice from condominium buyers to those considering purchasing a condominium≫

The most common advice was "There is no 100% perfect condominium." Therefore, many recommended participating in seminars and consulting with experts to resolve doubts and anxieties. Other advice related to finances included "It's okay even with a small down payment if the financial plan is feasible" and "Don't give up even if your savings or income are low."

General Incorporated Association

Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women

Vice Representative Hiromi Shiraishi's Comment

When Representative Hiromi Kojima first purchased a condominium 41 years ago, it was quite unusual for a single woman to buy one, and it was a time when she couldn't gain understanding from those around her. Based on her own difficult experiences, she established a General Incorporated Association that provides seminars on condominium purchasing know-how for women and consulting for planning compact condominiums for women, and continues to work towards a society where women can realize their dreams of homeownership. In what is called the "100-year life era," I believe there is no such thing as being too late or too early to buy a condominium. Even if you purchase after the age of 50, you are still at the halfway point of your life. How much more important is it to live a fulfilling and comfortable life than to face an anxious old age? The results of the survey conducted two years ago were the same, but regarding changes after purchasing a condominium, positive sentiments such as "reduced anxiety and worry about the future," "an enriched heart and increased peace of mind," and "daily life is enjoyable and fulfilling" were mentioned. This is a treasure that cannot be exchanged for money. Furthermore, there is the option of a reverse mortgage loan, where you only pay the interest after the age of 60. It is wiser to leave behind assets as "condominium savings" through loan repayments than to continue paying rent that leaves nothing behind. In recent times, with the government promoting iDeCo and NISA, more people are purchasing condominiums as a form of asset building. It's a win-win situation as you can build assets while living in the property. However, it is important to remember that owning a home to live in permanently has meaning, so it's also important not to overthink the pros and cons. If you need professional opinions or objective advice, or if you can't find answers to your questions, please feel free to visit the Jiyugaoka Condominium Library of the Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women for a consultation. We also accept consultations via phone and online.

About the General Incorporated Association "Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women"

Established in 1991 by Representative Hiromi Kojima, it works to support women in "choosing safe and comfortable housing." Experts from various fields continue to engage in a wide range of activities, including research, study, and proposal planning for "creating housing where women can live safely, comfortably, and happily throughout their lives." Supported by your warm encouragement, our membership has exceeded 110,000, with over 1,600 seminars held. The "Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women" is a general incorporated association where women interested in purchasing condominiums become members and acquire knowledge and information through seminars and events, considering more comfortable housing for women.

[Membership Fee/Annual Fee Free]

[Benefits]

1 Receive a valuable introduction coupon (over 50,000 yen) when purchasing a condominium 2 30% discount on brokerage fees & support when selling a condominium 3 Free participation in seminars & events such as Mini Seminars and Practical Sessions 4 Free use of the Jiyugaoka and Osaka Umeda Condominium Libraries 5 Receive free materials for planned cooperative and specially recommended condominiums 6 Free and unlimited individual consultations on condominium purchases with specialized staff 7 Receive advance notice and priority registration for the Sakura Tiara series

[Research Group Overview]

- Name: General Incorporated Association "Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women" - Establishment: April 1991

- Representative: Hiromi Kojima - Address: Luz Jiyugaoka 8F, 2-9-6 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo - Research Group for Comfortable Housing for Women HP Address: https://kaiteki.gr.jp/

[Organized Seminars & Events]

1 Smart Condominium Purchasing Techniques for Women [Basic Edition]

A popular seminar with over 1,600 sessions held, attended by over 110,000 women. About 1 in 3 attendees have realized their condominium purchase! This basic edition lecture clearly explains useful information for condominium purchases, from how to create a safe financial plan for women to basic knowledge of taxes and housing loans, ground and foundation work, building structures, and earthquake resistance checkpoints, even for beginners.

2 Pre-owned Condominium Purchasing Techniques for Women

3 Smart Condominium Purchasing Techniques for Women [Practical Edition]

4 Recommended Condominium Announcement & Viewing Event

5 Mini Seminar

6 Salon Event

[Condominium Library]

1 Jiyugaoka Condominium Library

Location: 8th Floor, Luz Jiyugaoka, 2-9-6 Jiyugaoka, Meguro-ku, Tokyo

Opening Hours: 10:30 - 19:00

Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Phone Number: 03-3718-7017

2 Osaka Condominium Library

Location: 10th Floor, Umeda North Place, 1-14-8 Shibata, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture

Opening Hours: By appointment only

Closed: Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Phone Number: 06-6376-2244

*Opening hours and closures may change due to unforeseen circumstances.

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