Shanghai Housing Blog

Our blog about housing in Shanghai, we hope you find the articles useful.

How to Rent an Apartment in Shanghai – The Process Basics

Step 1: Fill-out the housing survey form & plan a visit to ShanghaiWhere is your office located? Where does your spouse work? How far is

Shanghai Property Renovation and Decoration Tips

In recent months I have sold houses or apartments to a German, a Frenchman, a Belgian and an Englishman. This may sound like the beginning

Shanghai Housing Quick Guide to Renting

Things in Shanghai move very fast, but the housing and real estate market is still very young. The idea of the “professional landlord” in Shanghai

Shanghai Apartment Listings Explained

Update: For those of you looking for a room to rent (not a complete apartment) you will find most listings to be genuine as they

Studio Apartments for rent in Shanghai

You will find that the majority of apartments suitable for expatriates in Shanghai are two or three bedrooms, some buildings do have a few one

Where to live in Shanghai? Where do the expats live?

Huangpu and People’s SquareThis area has some of the most historical places in town however it does not have a lot to offer in terms

Renting Old Shanghai Homes, Finding the Charms

When I first moved to Shanghai, my husband and I were shown the usual round of modern service apartments, and were quite pleased with ourselves

What Types of Housing are Common in Shanghai?

Shanghai, the shining pearl of China’s eastern seaboard, is not only renowned for its rapid economic development but also its unique housing styles that have

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