What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Shanghai?
We asked expats what a typical home or apartment in Shanghai is like. They answered...
"Expat homes and apartments in Shanghai are typically modern, luxurious and spacious. Most expats experience a high quality of life with amenities ranging from swimming pools, spas and gyms to international restaurants, supermarkets and shopping malls. Expat apartments are typically well-furnished and feature a variety of modern appliances and fixtures, as well as convenient access to public transportation and popular city attractions. Many of the apartments also feature outstanding views of the city skyline or surrounding greenery," remarked another expat who made the move to Shanghai, China, China.
"Apartment in Chinese apartment building that is 6 floors tall. Yes, there are many embassies in this neighborhood so there are many expats and geopats here," explained one expat living in Shanghai, China.

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What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Shanghai?
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