Short-term stay prices in Shenzhen
Reference price ranges for serviced apartments, aparthotels, and short leases by length of stay, district, and layout. All prices in USD at RMB 7.2.
These are reference ranges, not live quotes. Rates flex by season, layout, and exact property. Contact us for live availability and the rate for your dates.
By length of stay
| Length | Typical per-month rate | What you usually get |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel (per-night) | US$2,400 to US$6,000+ | 4 to 5 star, daily housekeeping, no kitchen |
| 1 month, serviced apartment | US$1,500 to US$3,500 | Furnished, weekly cleaning, kitchen, utilities |
| 3 months, serviced apartment | US$1,300 to US$3,200 | Same as 1 month, lower monthly rate |
| 6 months, serviced apartment | US$1,200 to US$3,000 | Same as 1 month, further discount |
| 6 months, short lease (unfurnished or semi-furnished) | US$1,000 to US$2,800 + furnishing | Lower rent but you handle setup |
| 12 months, standard lease | US$900 to US$2,500 + furnishing | Lowest per-month rent; full setup yours |
By district (1-month serviced apartment, 1BR reference)
| District / area | Typical 1BR monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Shekou (Nanshan) | US$2,000 to US$3,200 | Lifestyle premium; foreigner-heavy |
| Houhai (Nanshan) | US$2,200 to US$3,500 | Premium, walk to Coastal City |
| Nanshan Tech Park | US$1,500 to US$2,400 | Founder / engineer base |
| Futian CBD | US$2,400 to US$3,800 | Central business access |
| Lianhuashan (Futian) | US$2,000 to US$3,000 | Family-friendly, near park |
| Qianhai (FTZ) | US$1,700 to US$2,800 | Newer stock, FTZ-adjacent |
| Bao’an | US$1,100 to US$2,000 | Value tier, near airport |
| Longhua | US$900 to US$1,800 | Value tier, metro to Futian |
| Xiaojingwan (Huizhou) | From US$1,000 | Beachfront 2BR; 1 to 1.5 h from SZ |
By layout (1-month serviced apartment in Nanshan or Futian)
| Layout | Typical size | Typical monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 25 to 45 sq m | US$1,500 to US$2,400 |
| 1BR | 50 to 80 sq m | US$2,000 to US$3,200 |
| 2BR | 80 to 130 sq m | US$2,800 to US$4,500 |
| 3BR | 120 to 180 sq m | US$3,800 to US$6,500 |
Deposit and upfront cost
| Stay type | Deposit | Other upfront |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel (monthly rate) | 0 to 1 night | Card pre-auth |
| Serviced apartment | 1 month | First month’s rent, optional cleaning add-on |
| Short lease, 3 to 6 months | 2 months | First month’s rent, agent fee in some cases |
| Standard 1-year lease | 2 to 3 months | First month, agent fee (often 35 to 50% of monthly rent) |
What changes the price most
- Length of stay. Going from 1 month to 3 months typically saves 10 to 20%. Going to 6 months saves another 5 to 15%.
- District. Shekou and Futian CBD carry a real premium. Bao’an and Longhua are 30 to 50% cheaper for the same layout.
- Season. September to November and February to April are peak. Summer and winter are softer.
- Building tier. A 4-star serviced residence is materially more expensive than a serviced apartment inside a residential compound.
- Inclusions. Daily housekeeping, pool, gym, and concierge add a real premium.
Browse properties
We list reference properties (with verification flags where field work is still pending) at Serviced Apartments.
For a longer stay with flexible tenancy and re-tenanting help, see the Lease and Sublet service.
Frequently asked questions
Why is a 1-month stay so much cheaper per night than a hotel night?
Hotels are priced for travelers paying daily; serviced apartments and aparthotels are priced for tenants paying monthly. Once your stay is 28+ nights, the same property typically halves the per-night equivalent.
Is it cheaper to rent unfurnished and buy furniture?
Below 6 months, no. Below 12 months, usually not after you count furniture, mattress, kitchen kit, deposits, lease fees, internet installation, and the time cost of doing it. Above 12 months, yes — unfurnished plus your own furnishing usually wins.
Can I extend month to month?
Most serviced apartments allow monthly extension at the same or slightly higher rate. Confirm in writing before you book.
Are deposits high?
Serviced apartments typically ask one month's rent as deposit. Whole-apartment short leases ask 2 to 3 months.