Inviting, modern living in a serene urban setting

This sunlit 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment at St. Johnson has been fully renovated and is offered as a first rental, ensuring every surface and fitting feels fresh and ready for your move-in. A minimalist palette and clean architectural lines form a calm backdrop for your own style, while floor-to-ceiling windows draw in soft natural light and frame leafy compound views. The open-plan living and dining area flows to a practical outdoor space ideal for morning coffee or an evening wind-down above the landscaped courtyards.

Three well-proportioned bedrooms allow for a flexible lifestyle: configure a dedicated office for focused work, keep a nursery close by, or host visiting family with ease. Two thoughtfully appointed bathrooms include a tranquil one with a full bathtub for unhurried soaks. Year-round comfort is assured with efficient heating and air conditioning, and double glazing helps keep the interior hushed despite the central location. The contemporary kitchen is designed for everyday cooking and casual entertaining, with durable finishes that stand up to busy routines.

Set back from Changning Road, the home benefits from the community’s greenery and quiet pathways, while remaining near the subway for effortless cross-city access. The result is a modern, inviting refuge that balances privacy with convenience, and minimalist design with everyday practicality.

Life at St. Johnson (Sheng Yuehan Mingdi)

St. Johnson — in Chinese Sheng Yuehan Mingdi (圣约翰名邸) — is an established residential compound in Changning that prizes comfort, order, and greenery. Set within an internal lane off Changning Road, it enjoys a peaceful buffer from the city’s rhythm. Residents enter through secure gates to find manicured gardens, tree-shaded paths, and well-kept courtyards where neighbors greet one another on their way to work or a morning jog in nearby Zhongshan Park. Elevator-served residential towers and attentive on-site management make daily life smooth, from package collection to maintenance coordination.

The compound’s strengths lie in its thoughtful urban design and easy circulation: wide walkways for strollers, convenient bicycle parking, and clear signage for Shanghai’s recycling program. Communal areas are tidy and regularly refreshed, with seasonal plantings that brighten the outlook from many apartments. While facilities vary by building, the overall environment is consistent — clean, organized, and family friendly, with areas suited to quiet play or a contemplative stroll after dinner.

For international residents, St. Johnson is notably approachable. Communication with management is straightforward, building notices are commonly bilingual, and the resident mix includes both local families and expats, fostering a welcoming, everyday cosmopolitan atmosphere. It is the kind of compound that supports routines: school runs, hybrid work schedules, and weekend downtime, all anchored by reliable infrastructure and the steady calm of a mature community.

Zhongshan Park: greenery, connectivity, and city life

Living at St. Johnson places you in the heart of Zhongshan Park, one of Shanghai’s most convenient and livable neighborhoods. The landmark park itself offers a genuine urban oasis: broad lawns, shaded paths, and a small lake where locals practice morning tai chi and parents teach children to ride bikes. It is a ready-made running route and a place to breathe on busy days. Around the park, a dense network of cafes, bakeries, casual eateries, and practical services keeps daily needs close at hand.

Connectivity is a hallmark here. The Zhongshan Park metro interchange links Lines 2, 3, and 4, providing straightforward commutes to Jing’an, Lujiazui, and Hongqiao. Shopping centers near the station offer everything from food halls to cinemas, while quieter side streets like Dingxi Road and Fahuazhen Road host specialty coffee, neighborhood bistros, and mom-and-pop shops selling fresh fruit and household essentials. On weekends, you might wander the Yuyuan Road Historic Trail, browse design boutiques, or try regional Chinese cuisines at long-standing local restaurants.

Essential conveniences are close and varied: international grocers, pharmacies, clinics, and language schools are an easy ride away, and delivery services run swiftly thanks to the area’s central position. The character of Zhongshan Park combines everyday Shanghai life with international ease, making it a natural fit for expats who want both cultural immersion and practical, time-saving logistics.

Reasons to love living here

Effortless commuting

With nearby subway access to Lines 2, 3, and 4 at Zhongshan Park, cross-city trips for work or school are direct, and airport or Hongqiao hub journeys are convenient.

Fresh, first-rental appeal

Recently fully renovated and offered as a first rental, the apartment delivers that rare just-completed feel — pristine finishes, modern fixtures, and a clean slate for your furniture and art.

Sunlit, minimalist design

Floor-to-ceiling windows and a soft, minimalist palette create an inviting atmosphere, while a private outdoor space extends living outdoors for coffee, reading, or evening conversation.

Adaptable space for modern routines

Three bedrooms accommodate blended needs: work-from-home, guest stays, or a playroom. The layout balances privacy with a sociable, open-plan living area.

Comfort in every season

Efficient heating and air conditioning ensure year-round comfort, and the bathtub invites unhurried downtime after a long day.

Green outlook in a mature compound

Enjoy leafy views over St. Johnson’s landscaped gardens and the calm of a well-managed community, all within steps of Zhongshan Park’s lawns, lakeside paths, and neighborhood eateries. It is a modern city base that feels grounded and livable from day one.