Where is the best area to live in Shanghai?

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on 15 Nov 2012

Hey guys, I'm needing some advice about what the best expat areas in Shanghai. I'm looking for an apartment in Shanghai for when I move there next year. I'm gonna be working in the city centre so will be looking for something as close to my office as possible and near the public transport - I'm single and early 30's so somewhere hip and cool would be great, with a bit of nightlife, shopping, etc...Anyone got any suggestios???

Anonymous (not verified) on 16 Nov 2012 - 07:16

Hey Phil, you're in luck, we've recently put together a new section for our Shanghai guide on the different areas and suburbs to live in the city. So check it out - Areas and Suburbs in Shanghai.

Anonymous (not verified) on 24 Sep 2013 - 02:51

Hello, Pin There are lots of people would like to live in Shanghai and they generally care where they can live, This is also the most critical issues to expats who are willing to live in Shanghai. Fortunately, Shanghai offers a array of alternatives for incoming foreigners, you can have a look for your reference. http://blog.happymassage.com/shanghai/shanghai-housing/

Anonymous (not verified) on 26 Sep 2013 - 02:07

There are lots of people who want to live in Shanghai generally care where they can live, This is also the most critical issues to expats who are willing to live in Shanghai. Fortunately, Shanghai offers a array of alternatives for incoming foreigners, whether you are searching for a unique apartment or an old dwelling from the local family. http://blog.happymassage.com/shanghai/shanghai-housing/

Anonymous (not verified) on 7 Nov 2013 - 05:36

If you're thinking about having kids anytime soon, you might want to check the international schools in the area as well. chalksmart.com offers a good list of schools based on districts in Shanghai.

Anonymous (not verified) on 4 Mar 2014 - 08:36

Hi Phil, my suggestion is that you can choose to live in Jing'an District, near Jing'an Temple. Jing'an District is the most beautiful area in Shanghai and very convenient to take metro No. 2, also with many bars and modern shopping malls around. You can get a luxury apartment(rental will be more than RMB 10k) in some modern neighbourhood, but if your budget is limited, you can also find a small flat in some old building at Yuyuan Road(rental will be around 3K or 4K).

Anonymous (not verified) on 29 May 2014 - 08:46

Hi Phil! Finding the perfect area in Shanghai can be so difficult! Check out our blog post on Wordpress to find more information on each district! Shanghai Properties Wordpress http://bit.ly/1kiX5sK

Anonymous (not verified) on 29 May 2014 - 09:25

Hi Phil!

I know that finding the perfect place to live in Shanghai can be quite difficult! Here is a short guide I wrote on my Wordpress blog, I hope it will be useful!
Shanghai Properties Wordpress - Finding the Perfect area

Adrienne Farrelly

Anonymous (not verified) on 14 Jul 2014 - 07:44

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Anonymous (not verified) on 31 Mar 2016 - 16:39

Hi We are moving to Shanghai sooner We are afraid about the living cost Do you have one idea how much cost to live in Pudgon with 4kids? What should be the minimum amount we need? Thanks so much

Anonymous (not verified) on 31 Mar 2016 - 16:45

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