Finding a short‑term rental in Shanghai means balancing convenience with strict local rules: foreigners must book police‑registered apartments, and the safest bets cluster in expat‑friendly Jing’an, the leafy Former French Concession, glass‑towered Lujiazui, or suburban Hongqiao. Most leases run one to six months, with landlords usually demanding one month’s rent as deposit and often levying a premium for stays under six months. Opting for a serviced apartment wraps furniture, Wi‑Fi, utilities and weekly cleaning into a single bill, while a standard flat leaves you arranging everything from bedding to prepaid electricity. Agents charge roughly half a month’s rent but smooth the language, contract and police‑registration hurdles—worth it if you’re new to town. Before you sign, confirm the landlord will provide any visa invitation letters you need and spell out caps on utilities or penalties for early exit.
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