Do Filled UR & JKK Units Come Back? Relisting Patterns and Complexes With the Most Vacancies
Published September 21, 2026
If a unit you liked disappears from the official site, it may be too early to give up. komadori's records show that many units come back some time after their listing disappears. We analyzed the listing history of about 1,700 rooms to see how often units are relisted, how soon, whether the rent changes, and which complexes have vacancies most often.
Bottom Line: One in Three Units Gets Relisted
Rooms listed 2+ times
35%
610 of 1,741 rooms
Median time to relisting
UR ~3 days
JKK ~9 days
Same rent when relisted
99%
1,176 of 1,184
35% of Rooms Were Listed More Than Once
Of the 1,741 rooms listed during our data period, 610 (35%) were listed two or more times — 33% at UR and 47% at JKK. Some rooms were listed more than 10 times in six months.
The reasons aren't published, but likely causes include cancelled applications, applicants who didn't pass screening, and people who declined after a viewing. Either way, a listing that disappeared doesn't necessarily mean the unit is gone for good.
75% of UR Relistings Happen Within a Week
The median time from a listing disappearing to the same room being relisted was about 3 days for UR and 9 days for JKK. Three quarters of UR relistings happened within seven days, and almost none (2%) after a month. JKK takes longer, with 91% within a month.
| Time since listing ended | UR (800) | JKK (383) |
|---|---|---|
| Within 1 day | 25% | 12% |
| Within 7 days | 75% | 45% |
| Within 30 days | 98% | 91% |
If you miss a UR unit, it's worth checking the property page for about a week; for JKK, about a month. komadori's property pages show every room's listing history.
Rent Almost Never Changes on Relisting
Private landlords sometimes cut the rent on units that don't rent quickly. At UR and JKK, however, 1,176 of 1,184 relistings (99.3%) had the same rent as before. Rent went up 7 times and down only once.
Public housing rents don't move with short-term demand, so waiting for a price cut rarely pays off. If you want lower rent, looking for properties eligible for UR discount programs is a more reliable approach.
Complexes With the Most Vacancies
Large UR complexes dominate the list of properties listed most often. More units mean more move-outs and more chances for a vacancy. If you're flexible about location, focusing on these complexes is an effective strategy.
| Property | Ward | Listings | Rooms | Filled in 1 day | Main layouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KibogaokaUR | Setagaya | 106 | 53 | 71% | 1K・2DK |
| TakashimadairaUR | Itabashi | 99 | 67 | 76% | 2DK・1DK |
| Toshima 5-ChomeUR | Kita | 78 | 45 | 65% | 2DK |
| Carmest Yoga BajikoenJKK | Setagaya | 71 | 28 | 21% | 1LDK・2LDK |
| Seijo-Dori Park WestUR | Setagaya | 60 | 25 | 70% | 3DK・2LDK |
| Takenotsuka DaiichiUR | Adachi | 51 | 34 | 65% | 2DK |
| Oyata 1-ChomeUR | Adachi | 47 | 36 | 68% | 2DK |
| Ojima 4-ChomeUR | Koto | 45 | 32 | 100% | 1LDK・2DK |
| Akabane Kita 2-ChomeUR | Kita | 44 | 22 | 61% | 1LDK |
| Kitasuna 5-ChomeUR | Koto | 41 | 15 | 73% | 2DK |
| HanahataUR | Adachi | 40 | 32 | 78% | 2DK |
| Heart Island Shinden IchibangaiUR | Adachi | 39 | 17 | 36% | 2LDK・1LDK |
Kibogaoka in Setagaya, the top property, had 106 vacancies across 53 rooms, mostly 1K and 2DK units suited to singles and couples. Takashimadaira in Itabashi, one of Tokyo's largest housing complexes, had vacancies in 67 rooms, mostly 2DK.
How quickly units fill still varies. All 45 listings at Ojima 4-Chome in Koto filled within a day, while JKK's Carmest Yoga Bajikoen (21%) and Heart Island Shinden Ichibangai in Adachi (36%) tend to stay open longer, giving you time to decide.
Putting the Data to Use
- Don't give up on a missed unit: Watch the property page for about a week (UR) or a month (JKK).
- Don't wait for a price cut: Rent stays the same in 99% of relistings. Act on the first chance if it fits.
- Watch large complexes: Kibogaoka, Takashimadaira, and Toshima 5-Chome have frequent vacancies.
- Check how fast units fill: See How Fast Do Vacancies Fill?
About the Data
- Scope: vacancies at UR and JKK Tokyo properties in Tokyo's 23 wards, April 3 – September 21, 2026
- komadori checks the official UR and JKK websites every hour from 9:00 to 18:00 JST and records when a unit is listed and when the listing disappears
- "Filled" means the listing disappeared from the official site. This includes units that received an application as well as listings that were paused, so it is not the same as a signed lease
- Changes overnight (18:00–9:00) are recorded at the next morning's check, so treat timings as accurate to within an hour to half a day
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can a unit that was filled become available again?
Yes. Of the 1,741 rooms komadori recorded, 610 (35%) were listed two or more times within six months. At UR, three quarters of relistings happened within seven days of the listing disappearing.
Does the rent drop when a unit is relisted?
Almost never. In 1,184 relistings of the same room, over 99% had the same rent as before. Deciding when you find a unit is more realistic than waiting for a price cut.
Which complexes have vacancies most often?
The most frequent during our data period were UR Kibogaoka (Setagaya, 106 listings), UR Takashimadaira (Itabashi, 99), and UR Toshima 5-Chome (Kita, 78). Large complexes with many units naturally produce more vacancies.
How long should I keep watching a unit I missed?
About a week for UR and a month for JKK. The median time to relisting was about 3 days for UR and 9 days for JKK. komadori's property pages show each room's listing history.