Hong Kong Guide: Housing & Rentals

Finding accommodation can be a time-consuming task, especially in a foreign country. Our housing & rentals guide explains where to look for apartments and accommodation, how to deal with local estate agents and what to bear in mind before signing a rental contract.

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  Renting in Hong Kong

  An overview of the market

  Rentals in Hong Kong are extremely expensive. Due to the limited availability of suitable land to build on, Hong Kong has developed vertically. The vast majority of the population lives in high-rise accommodation.

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  Types of housing in Hong Kong

  A range of options

  Depending on your budget, the size of your family and the area you wish to live in, Hong Kong offers a variety of different accommodation options. As with most cities, there is a large variety of choice and prices can vary a lot depending on the location, quality and size of a rented property.

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  Where to live in Hong Kong?

  Choosing the right neighbourhood

  Despite being one of the most densely populated places in the world, Hong Kong is one of the greenest cities in Asia. Beyond the high-rise construction, the rest of the territory blossoms with parks and woodlands.

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  Home-Hunting

  How to find accommodation in Hong Kong

  Finding a good place to live in Hong Kong is not easy. It is important to define your requirements in advance before you start looking for somewhere to live. In addition, it might be worth listing your ‘must-haves’ and ‘nice-to-haves’ as you might need to make some compromises to get something within your budget.

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  Rental contracts in Hong Kong

  What to look out for

  Once you have found the right place to live in Hong Kong, you will have to sign a rental contract. Make sure you understand what you sign and are aware of all liabilities that go along with the rental agreement.

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  Moving in

  Utilities, insurance and domestic help

  After signing your rental lease, you will be ready to move into your new Hong Kong domicile. Well, almost! There will still be some things you need to take care of.

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