Housing in Shanghai
    Those who are new to Shanghai may benefit from seeking professional assistance from a real estate consulting firm. Joanna Real Estate provides a full scale of residential services from the initial Orientation Program , to the Property Search , Contract Negotiation , final move-in and Comprehensive Follow-up Services.

    The following information would provide an overall picture of Shanghai Housing options. As for more professional assistance, please feel free to contact Joanna Real Estate Shanghai Office.


New Villas

    Villas are mainly located in the fringe areas of Shanghai , such as Hongqiao, Xuhui, Minghang, and Pudong. Most of Villa compounds provide comprehensive facilities, such as club houses, mini-markets, and even golf courses. The management office typically provides all kinds of services, including gardening, housekeeping and maintenance. Also provided is a shuttle bus to downtown, and major expat shopping areas.

Old Houses

    Old houses are usually located downtown in the historical Jingan, Xuhui, Changning and Luwan districts. Built in the early 1900s, these houses are very difficult to find and much sought after, and they are very popular among those foreigners who want to escape from the hustle of daily life. They offer a lot of charm, but they also require a great deal of main tenance, because of a number of drawbacks, such as low-level electrical supply, and old plumbing and sewage systems. When you choose this kind of house, make sure that you have a very helpful landlord.

Apartments

Serviced Apartments  

    Serviced Apartments are usually situated in the prime, downtown areas. They are conveniently located (Changning, Jingan and Xuhui, and a few are in Pudong.), fully furnished, and offer comprehensive corporate facilities and amenities. Serviced Apartments are available for both short and long-term lease, and even daily lease. Typical size ranges from a small studio up to four bedrooms.

Furnished Apartments

    Furnished Apartments are usually located in major expatriate residential areas such as Hongqiao, Pudong, and Downtown area. Optional furniture and appliance packages are usually provided. And professional property management services and leisure/recreational facilities are often available. Typical size ranges from two bedrooms to four bedrooms.