Shenzhen average 1-bed rent: ¥5,500/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +2.2% Shenzhen rents stabilise after tech hiring slows Nanshan and Futian lead demand More talent apartments offered near tech parks Deposits are typically 1–3 months' rent (押一付三 is common). Rent increases at renewal should follow the lease terms; ask for a fixed-price clause. Shenzhen average 1-bed rent: ¥5,500/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +2.2% Shenzhen rents stabilise after tech hiring slows Nanshan and Futian lead demand More talent apartments offered near tech parks Deposits are typically 1–3 months' rent (押一付三 is common). Rent increases at renewal should follow the lease terms; ask for a fixed-price clause.

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Shenzhen Rent Index 2026

Average rent costs by neighbourhood, yearly rent increases and tenant rights in Shenzhen. The typical one-bedroom rent is ¥5,500 per month, up 2.2% year on year.

Average rent by neighbourhood

Neighbourhood	1 bedroom	2 bedrooms	Yearly increase
Nanshan (Tech Hub)	¥7,500	¥12,500	+2%
Futian (CBD)	¥7,200	¥12,000	+2.1%
Luohu	¥4,800	¥8,000	+2.3%
Bao'an	¥4,000	¥6,800	+2.6%
Longgang	¥3,500	¥6,000	+2.8%

Indicative 2026 figures (per month, CNY). Compare with real tenant-reported rents on RentScore.

Tenant rights in Shenzhen

Deposits are typically 1–3 months' rent (押一付三 is common).
Rent increases at renewal should follow the lease terms; ask for a fixed-price clause.
Agency fees are usually half to one month's rent.
Disputes can go to the local housing authority or People's Court.
Check whether the quoted rent includes service and management fees.

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Shenzhen Rent Index 2026

Average rent by neighbourhood

Tenant rights in Shenzhen

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