Recommended Expat Compounds in Guangzhou?

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Member since 25 June 2010

guinnessMember28 June 2010 02:26:14

It is looking likely that my family and I will need to move to Guangzhou later in the year, and I would like to ask if anyone can suggest suitable apartments/villas in or around the Tianhe district where my office is located.

I've got 2 girls under 5 years old, so preferably a child friendly compound with playgrounds, pool etc.

Probably looking around the RMB20-40k p/m budget.

We've lived in Shanghai for the last 18 months, so it won't be too much of a culture shock, although I've yet to hear any nice things said about Guangzhou from the people I've spoken to in Shanghai...

Any tips, assistance is greatly appreciated.

China_Andrew Active member

Member since 01 November 2009

China_AndrewActive member03 July 2010 02:15:02

as i know... so many good apartments in Tianhe, RMB20-40K is too much... generally RMB2-4k per month.

guinness Member

Member since 25 June 2010

guinnessMember05 July 2010 01:48:41

thanks, but I have a 'use it or lose it' style housing budget, so wanted to get an idea of ideal compounds for families around this budget.

China_Andrew Active member

Member since 01 November 2009

China_AndrewActive member09 July 2010 04:30:25

'use it or lose it' ? your boss is so generous, haha...
well, I have a friend who are working for Yihe Villas, a luxury villas living zone and not far from Tianhe. The rent is about RMB10k per month (not sure, you can negotiate) for independent house (2-3 floors) with pool, garden, public school/kindergarten. If you are interested, I can help to contact. I'm not a house agent. The rest budget would be your taxi fee to/back from your office.

csguangzhou Member

Member since 13 October 2010

csguangzhouMember25 October 2010 19:18:41

Hi Guinness,

Have you found the compounds you are looking for?
We have a toddler with us and will be moving to GZ in 2 months, so we are looking for similar requirements for apartment/ housing.

sladn Member

Member since 08 October 2010

sladnMember17 November 2010 21:22:57

have you found any apartment yet?

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