Navigate Life in Shanghai with Confidence
Your essential guide to housing, neighborhoods, cost of living, visas & everything in between.
UnlockShanghai
At UnlockShanghai, we specialize in helping individuals and families confidently navigate their move to one of the world’s most exciting cities. With years of on-the-ground experience, our team understands the challenges of relocation — and we’re here to make it smoother, faster, and more informed.
Whether you’re moving for work, study, or adventure, we provide expert guidance on everything from visas and housing to neighborhoods and daily life. Shanghai can be overwhelming — we’re here to unlock it for you, one smart step at a time.
Find Your Perfect Shanghai Home
What Are You Looking For?
Unlock Shanghai specializes in helping expats discover their ideal living space in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Our in-house, English-speaking real estate agents provide personalized support every step of the way, ensuring a smooth transition and a home that fits your lifestyle.
Explore Shanghai’s Most Livable Neighborhoods
Not sure where to settle? Discover the neighborhoods that expats love most – each with its own personality, atmosphere, and lifestyle. From the leafy, European-style streets of the Former French Concession to the sleek riverside skyline of Pudong, Shanghai offers something for everyone. Families often gravitate toward Hongqiao and Minhang for their spacious homes and international schools, while professionals enjoy the convenience and culture of Jing’an, Xintiandi, or Huangpu.
At UnlockShanghai, we help you match your priorities – commute, comfort, community – with the right neighborhood. Whether you want a quiet street corner café, a lively nightlife scene, or a park-filled family district, our team will guide you to the perfect spot to call home.
New Shanghai Property Listings
- ¥14,000/mo.
One-bedroom Shanghai apartment for rent with terrace in Xiaodongmen, Shanghaitan Garden
Lane 288, Baidu Road, Xiaodongmen, Huangpu District, Shanghai Details- ¥45,000/mo.
Light-Filled 3-Bedroom Apartment for Rent near Xinhua Road, Belgravia Place
Lane 139 Xingfu Road, Belgravia Place, Changning District, Shanghai Details- ¥30,800/mo.
Top-Floor 3-Bedroom Shanghai Apartment for Rent with Terrace and Renovated Interiors, Hua Run Waitan Jiuli
No. 7, Lane 88, Maojiayuan Road, Xiaodongmen, Huangpu District, Shanghai Details- ¥22,800/mo.
Elegant 3-Bedroom with Balcony, Bathtub and Heating, Shanghaitan Huayuan
288 Baidu Road, Xiaodongmen, Huangpu District, Shanghai Details- ¥21,000/mo.
Light-filled 2-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony near South Bund, Waitan Hai Jing Yuan
No. 2, Lane 398, Zhongshan South Road, Xiaodongmen, Huangpu District, Shanghai Details- ¥14,800/mo.
Bright 2-Bedroom Shanghai Apartment for rent near Changde Road, Jiaoshi Gongyu
999 Changde Road, Caojiadu, Jing’an District, Shanghai Details- ¥21,800/mo.
Light-filled first-rental 2-bedroom with balcony near Fenglin Road, Yangguang Mingyuan Phase II
Fenglin Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai Details- ¥10,800/mo.
Light-filled 1-bedroom Shanghai apartment for rent near Zhongshan Park
Lane 709, Wuyi Road, Huayang, Changning District, Shanghai Details- ¥12,800/mo.
Stylish 1 Bedroom Apartment for Rent near Jing’an Temple
Lane 661, Wanhangdu Road, Jing’an Temple, Jing’an District, Shanghai Details- ¥35,000/mo.
Stylish 3-Bedroom Apartment for Rent in Shanghai, Huayang Area
88 Huichuan Road, Huayang, Changning District, Shanghai Details- ¥18,800/mo.
Gorgeous 3-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony near Line 7, Welcoming and All New – Zhonghuan Huayuan
Lane 1288, Xincun Road, Wanli, Putuo District, Shanghai Details- ¥15,000/mo.
