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Guangzhou rental

If you plan to live in Guangzhou for a long time, the first thing you need to solve is to rent a house in Guangzhou, which can save you a lot of money compared to staying in a hotel.
Guangzhou is one of the four largest cities in China, with a total of 11 administrative districts, Tianhe, Yuexiu, Liwan, Haizhu, Panyu, Baiyun, Huangpu, Conghua, Zengcheng, Huadu, and Nansha. Among them, Tianhe, Yuexiu, Liwan, and Haizhu are the city center, and Huangpu, Conghua, Zengcheng, Huadu, and Nansha are the suburbs of Guangzhou. Baiyun District is the old city of Guangzhou, and the houses and streets are relatively old.
Guangzhou has a well-developed subway system, so even if you don’t live in the city center, you can still commute to work in the city center easily, saving some of the rent costs.

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Guangzhou rental prices

According to data from a real estate rental website, the average rent in Guangzhou in October 2024 is 60.25 RMB/month/㎡, with Tianhe having the highest rent at 83.05 RMB/month/㎡.

If you want to rent a 70-square-meter two-bedroom apartment, how much is the monthly rent? Based on the average rent in each district, we calculated the rent reference value.

Tianhe: 83.05*70 = 5813RMB

Yuexiu: 76.99*70 = 5389RMB

Haizhu: 75.57*70 = 5289RMB

Liwan: 63.65*70 = 4455RMB

Huangpu: 57.33*70 = 4013RMB

Baiyun: 48.60*70 = 3402RMB

Panyu: 46.65*70 = 3265RMB

Nansha: 27.71*70 = 1939RMB

Huadu: 26.59*70 = 1861RMB

Zengcheng: 23.89*70 = 1672RMB

In areas with relatively expensive housing prices, the rental price will be about 40% higher than the average price calculated above.

Other expenses for renting a house in Guangzhou

Rental deposit

The rental deposit is to prevent the tenant from maliciously damaging the room. In order to avoid this kind of loss, the landlord will collect 2 months' rent as a deposit, which will be returned to the tenant after the contract expires.

For example, if your rent is 3,000 RMB per month, you need to pay 6,000 RMB when signing the contract.

Property management fee

Tenants need to pay a monthly property management fee, which includes a series of services such as cleaning, sewage treatment, garbage disposal, greening maintenance, and campus security.The rent of a serviced apartment may or may not include property fees, which needs to be confirmed when signing the contract.

The property management fee is calculated according to the area of the house, that is, how much per square meter, generally 2 to 4 RMB. The price of property management fees in each community is different according to the construction time and property service standards of each community.

Example: If you rent a house with an area of 70 square meters, the property management fee is 3 RMB per square meter, then the total property management fee is 210 RMB. The property management fee is charged monthly and must be paid every month.

Electricity

Electricity prices in China are divided into residential and commercial electricity. Commercial electricity is about 20%-30% more expensive than residential electricity. Some apartments may use commercial electricity, which needs to be confirmed when renting.

Residential electricity is charged according to a tiered system. The general principle is that the more you use, the more expensive the unit price per kilowatt-hour. We can calculate it based on the average of 0.7 RMB/kilowatt-hour.

Example: A 1-horsepower air conditioner is turned on for 10 hours a day, using about 1 kilowatt-hour per hour, and using 300 kilowatt-hours a month, which is 210 RMB.

Water charges

China's water prices are also charged in a tiered manner. Due to the complexity of the algorithm, we will not elaborate on it in detail. The average water supply price for residents in Guangzhou is about 3.4 RMB/cubic meter.

Example: For two people living together, the water used for washing machine, bathing and cooking is about 50 to 100 RMB per month. Compared with the rent, this part of the cost is not much.

Gas Fee

Gas is mainly used for cooking and bathing. Most water heaters used for bathing are gas water heaters. Even the kitchen faucets are connected to gas water heaters in many houses, so hot water can be used 24 hours a day. Some apartments use electric water heaters.

The gas fee is about 4.42 yuan/cubic meter. For a family of two people, cooking one meal a day, plus the gas used for bathing, the monthly fee is less than 100 RMB.

The process of renting a house in Guangzhou

1. Find a real estate agent
Confirm your needs with your broker.
Determine the area
Price range
Conditions and requirements
Metro and bus
2. House viewing / free
Take you to see one or more apartments.
Apartment facilities
Community environment
Security Situation
Floor height
3. Sign a contract
Sign the contract and pay 3 fees.
Contract signing
Agency fee (50% of monthly rent)
Rent (1 month in advance)
Rent deposit (twice the monthly rent)
4. Check-in
Confirm electrical equipment is available.
Electrical equipment
Key card
Face Recognition
Add landlord WeChat
5. During renting
4 monthly fees to pay.
Property management fee
Water fee
Electricity fee
Gas fee
6. Check Out
The contract will not be renewed when it expires.
Room cleaning
The room was not damaged
Return the rental deposit
Return the keys

Five major pitfalls of renting a house in Guangzhou

When renting a house in Guangzhou, you need to avoid some traps.

1. False listings

Some real estate agencies use false listings to attract customers. When customers inquire about the house, they will tell you that the house has been rented out. Including some large real estate rental platforms, the high-quality listings you see are likely to be false information.

2. Extra charges

It is free for the real estate agent to take you to see the house. Even if the real estate agent tells you that there is no house that meets your needs for the time being and needs to help you find a house, you don’t have to pay for it. Some real estate agents will collect your deposit first, but will not find a house that meets your needs for a long time. When you breach the contract, the deposit will not be returned to you.

3. Misleading consumers

When a real estate agent does not have a house that meets your needs, they will deliberately mislead you and ask you to rent a house with a higher price. In fact, you can find a house with convenient transportation and cheaper price.

4. Contract and Fee Details

When signing a contract, you must confirm all fees and unit prices to avoid losses. For example, in China, renting a house is based on years. If you check out early, it is a breach of contract, and your rental deposit will not be returned to you.

5. Do not damage the house

Do not scribble on the walls, for example, you cannot paint a huge landscape painting on a white wall. Also, do not drill holes in the wall, install electrical appliances, etc. You must obtain the landlord's consent, otherwise it will be considered damage to the house, and the landlord may ask you for compensation according to the terms of the contract.

Our professional advantages

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Rich in housing supply

It can help you quickly find a property with a suitable location and price according to your needs and budget.

02.

Regular charges

Commissions are charged according to industry standards, 50% of the monthly rent, and there are no other charges.

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Full process service

From viewing the house to signing the contract, as well as various housing problems you encounter during the rental period, we will assist you in solving the entire process.

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Local Resources

As a local team, we have all the life, study and business resources you need and can continue to help you live and work better in Guangzhou.

Frequently Asked Questions about Renting an Apartment in Guangzhou

It is recommended that you choose a house around the city center, because the subway and bus in Guangzhou are very convenient, the residential areas around the city center have better environments, and the rental prices are cheaper.

It is difficult to find the landlord's contact information, as the landlord will entrust the house to a real estate agent for rent.

If you encounter problems such as broken electrical appliances or leaking faucets during your rental period, you can contact the landlord directly and ask him to find someone to repair it. In principle, as long as it is not intentional damage by you, the tenant does not need to bear the repair costs.

Example: The monthly rent of the house is 4,000 RMB. The tenant needs to pay 2,000 RMB to the real estate agent for the agency services provided, which is 50% of the monthly rent. When the contract is signed, the payment is made to the real estate agent in one lump sum. Whether you rent for one year or two years, you only need to pay the agency fee once.

When renting a house, it is usually equipped with common electrical appliances such as air conditioners, washing machines, and televisions. If you need other electrical appliances, you can negotiate with the landlord. Some landlords will add them according to your needs.

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