Arakawa-ku / Renovated share houses

If you're looking in Arakawa Ward and place value on newness, the quickest route is to choose a renovated share house based on the condition of the interior rather than the building's age.

The main areas are around Nippori, Machiya, Minami-Senju and Nishi-Nippori, served by the Keisei Line, Joban Line, Chiyoda Line and Toden Arakawa Line, offering fairly moderate rents despite being close to central Tokyo. Many listings are old downtown buildings that have been refurbished, so it's reassuring to check at a viewing whether the water facilities and shared spaces have been fully renewed.

• If newness of facilities is your top priority, also see renovated share houses across all areas.
• To broaden your options in Arakawa Ward, start from the list of share houses in Arakawa Ward.
• If you'd like to soak in a bathtub, head to properties with a bathtub in Arakawa Ward.