Apartment overview

This inviting 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment for rent in Xuhui Garden pairs everyday practicality with a calm, city-center location that expats appreciate. Set within a lane community off Tianyaoqiao Road, the home feels pleasantly insulated from traffic while placing you moments from Xujiahui‘s shopping, dining, and transport. A well-proportioned living and dining area creates a comfortable social core for movie nights or relaxed dinners, while the separate sleeping wing allows for privacy and quiet.

Both bedrooms are generous enough to accommodate queen beds and wardrobes; the second room flexes easily as a guest room or home office. With two full bathrooms, mornings are smoother for couples and small families. One bathroom features a proper soaking bathtub, a coveted detail in Shanghai that makes bedtime routines with kids easier and weeknight unwinds genuinely restorative.

The kitchen is sensibly laid out for everyday cooking, with enough counter space to prep a quick weekday meal or a weekend brunch. The home is equipped for year-round comfort with split air-conditioning, the city’s standard for efficient cooling and heating. Large windows draw in natural light and overlook the compound’s internal greenery, enhancing the sense of calm. Neutral finishes make furnishing simple, whether your style leans minimalist or eclectic.

In short, this is a move-in-ready city base that balances convenience and quiet, tailor-made for professionals or a young family seeking an easy, well-located lifestyle in Xuhui Garden.

Life inside Xuhui Garden

Xuhui Garden is a mature residential compound tucked inside Lane 968 on Tianyaoqiao Road, offering a welcome pause from the momentum of Xujiahui. Tree-shaded paths, landscaped corners, and open internal spaces create a neighborly atmosphere where residents greet each other on morning coffee runs and children ride scooters safely away from main roads. The compound’s layout encourages everyday ease, with clear routes for deliveries and convenient spots to leave bicycles near lobby entrances.

Security is reassuring yet discreet. Gated access and on-site staff keep daily life running smoothly, from visitor registration to basic maintenance coordination. The buildings are practical and well-kept, reflecting a community that values function and reliability over flash. You feel it in the quiet courtyards, in the tidy lift lobbies, and in the predictable rhythm of residents heading out to work or to the metro.

What stands out is the compound’s balance of privacy and proximity. You are close to everything that defines Xujiahui living, yet set back enough to enjoy evenings that are genuinely peaceful. For expats, the comfort comes not only from a good apartment but also from the everyday support of a compound that is easy to navigate and easy to settle into. Xuhui Garden offers exactly that: a stable, convenient base with the human scale that makes Shanghai feel like home.

Xujiahui at your doorstep

Xujiahui is one of Shanghai’s best-connected hubs, and living in Xuhui Garden puts you close to the action without being swallowed by it. The area’s landmark malls—Grand Gateway 66 and Metro City—anchor a retail scene that runs from everyday essentials to designer brands, with international supermarkets and boutique bakeries tucked in between. Tech lovers gravitate to Metro City’s electronics floors, while foodies explore the side streets off Tianyaoqiao and Caoxi North for everything from Shanghainese classics to contemporary cafes.

Transport is effortless. Xujiahui Station links Lines 1, 9, and 11, creating simple routes to People’s Square, Lujiazui, and leisure spots along the Huangpu. Nearby Shanghai Stadium and Shanghai Indoor Stadium extend options with additional bus and metro connections. On weekends, residents stroll to Xujiahui Park for greenery and jogging paths, or visit the striking St. Ignatius Cathedral, a touchpoint for the neighborhood’s Jesuit heritage and a reminder of Xujiahui’s unique cultural blend.

Daily life is practical and pleasant. Pharmacies, repair shops, banks, and gyms cluster around the main intersections, while quieter residential streets offer pocket cafes and noodle shops frequented by locals. The Former French Concession’s leafy avenues are a short ride away, making brunch meetups or gallery visits an easy habit. From morning commutes to evening errands, Xujiahui delivers the urban convenience that makes Shanghai living seamless.

Why expats choose this home in Xuhui Garden

Effortless connectivity: Quick access to Xujiahui’s metro interchange means predictable commutes across the city, whether you are heading to offices along Line 1 or creative districts on Line 9. Rideshare pickup is simple, and major arteries make cross-town trips straightforward.

Quiet in the center: Set inside Lane 968, Xuhui Garden softens the city’s tempo. Evenings feel calm, yet restaurants, supermarkets, and cafes are only a short walk away. It is the right balance for professionals and young families.

Functional 2-bed layout: Two bathrooms reduce morning bottlenecks, and the second bedroom adapts easily as a study or guest room. The bathtub is a rare plus in Shanghai apartments, adding comfort for families and a touch of hotel-like relaxation for anyone.

Reliable compound management: Gated entry, on-site staff, and an established community provide day-to-day ease. Deliveries, maintenance scheduling, and move-in logistics are straightforward, which matters when you are new to the city.

Culture and convenience: Weekdays run on practical routines; weekends invite you to explore. Stroll to Xujiahui Park, admire the cathedral’s architecture, browse Metro City for gadgets, or brunch in the nearby Former French Concession. Living here gives you immediate access to the best of Puxi without sacrificing comfort at home.