Rent & Property Prices in Shanghai
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Shanghai, China is $907. We track 6 items in this category — see the full breakdown below.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Rent & Property Prices in Shanghai: price table | 6 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Shanghai | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Shanghai | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Shanghai
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $907 | $588 – $1,470 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $566 | $323 – $882 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $2,271 | $1,470 – $3,529 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $1,196 | $882 – $1,765 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $13,934 | $11,763 – $17,645 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $6,905 | $4,411 – $8,822 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $907$588 – $1,470
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $566$323 – $882
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $2,271$1,470 – $3,529
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $1,196$882 – $1,765
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $13,934$11,763 – $17,645
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $6,905$4,411 – $8,822
Other categories in Shanghai
Housing in Shanghai: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Shanghai?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Shanghai, China is around $907. See the table above for the full breakdown across 6 items.
- Are these housing prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the housing data for Shanghai?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on housing. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Shanghai main cost-of-living page.