Light-filled living with space to exhale

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom villa for rent balances tasteful renovation with everyday practicality, creating a warm, modern home for international families. An inviting open-plan living and dining area flows through wide glass doors to a private, landscaped garden that is perfect for weekend brunches, relaxed barbecues, or a quiet coffee while children play on the lawn. The refreshed interiors feature clean lines, quality flooring, and modern lighting, delivering a calm, move-in-ready canvas for your furniture and art.

The Western-style kitchen is designed for real cooking, with generous counter space and full-size appliances, including an oven and dishwasher. Upstairs, the primary suite offers privacy and comfort, complemented by a contemporary bathroom, while three additional rooms provide flexibility for children, guests, or a dedicated home office. Three well-appointed bathrooms minimize morning queues and keep routines running smoothly.

Central air conditioning ensures efficient cooling in humid Shanghai summers and dependable warmth through damp winters, enhancing comfort across all seasons. With outdoor space on both levels and garden views from key rooms, the home enjoys a continuous connection to greenery. Located within Lakeside Ville, and near the Line 2 East Xujing metro connection, commuting to Hongqiao, West Nanjing Road, or Lujiazui is straightforward. Altogether, this is a serene, functional residence that supports family life, entertaining, and hybrid work with equal ease.

Lakeside Ville – a resort-like enclave for modern family life

Lakeside Ville is one of Xujing’s most established villa communities, appreciated by expat families for its low-density layout, mature trees, and tranquil water features. Meandering internal roads encourage leisurely strolls and cycling, while landscaped lawns and pocket gardens create a genuine neighborhood feel. The compound is professionally managed with 24-hour security and responsive maintenance, adding peace of mind to daily living.

Residents enjoy a comprehensive clubhouse experience that typically includes an indoor swimming pool, a well-equipped gym, tennis courts, and dedicated children’s play areas. Social life happens organically here, from casual neighbor meetups at the café to weekend sports and seasonal community events. Convenience is woven into the fabric of the compound, with on-site services and a bilingual management team that smooth out the practicalities of life in Shanghai.

Positioned near Huqingping Highway and within easy reach of the Hongqiao transport hub, Lakeside Ville strikes a rare balance: the space and quiet of a suburban retreat with direct access to international airports, high-speed rail, and business districts. For families looking for a stable, friendly base with amenities that support wellness and connection, Lakeside Ville consistently ranks as a top choice.

Xujing, Qingpu – balanced living at the city’s western gateway

Xujing sits at the western edge of Shanghai’s urban core, moments from the Hongqiao business district and the National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC). The area’s international mix reflects its role as a gateway for global events and travel, while its quieter residential streets and plentiful greenery offer room to decompress after city days. East Xujing Station on Line 2 connects you directly to Zhongshan Park, Jing’an Temple, People’s Square, and Lujiazui, keeping commutes and evenings out refreshingly simple.

Families value the proximity to reputable schools such as the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) and SUIS Qingpu, as well as activity hubs around Hongqiao with music, dance, and sports programs. Dining spans from neighborhood noodle shops to international cafés and bakeries, while the larger retail and dining clusters around Hongqiao provide gourmet markets with imported products that make weekly shopping easy.

Weekends here lend themselves to outdoor escapes: stroll the trails at Sheshan National Forest Park, explore art installations at nearby leisure parks, or take a short drive to Zhujiajiao, one of Shanghai’s best-preserved water towns. With expressways close at hand yet streets that remain peaceful, Xujing offers a measured pace of life that resonates with those seeking space, community, and straightforward city access.

Why this home works for expat living

Space and privacy: A genuine family layout with four bedrooms and three bathrooms, plus a green, usable garden that extends your living area and invites outdoor meals, play, and relaxation.

Move-in ease: The fully renovated interior, Western-style kitchen, and central air conditioning reduce the settling-in curve, so you can focus on school runs, work, and weekend plans rather than repairs.

Connected yet calm: Set within Lakeside Ville for quiet, leafy streets and quality amenities, and near Line 2 at East Xujing for seamless rides to Jing’an, Lujiazui, and both airports via Hongqiao. Ride-hailing makes late returns and early flights uncomplicated.

International-friendly ecosystem: Access to WISS, SUIS Qingpu, and a broad selection of after-school activities, plus imported-goods supermarkets and established medical clinics within the Hongqiao catchment.

Weekends that feel like holidays: From tennis and swimming inside the compound to hikes at Sheshan or canalside walks in Zhujiajiao, you can swap screens for scenery in minutes. Altogether, this villa combines the comforts expats expect with the Shanghai experiences they move for.