Renting in Hangzhou — without the guesswork

We help foreigners rent real apartments in Hangzhou: bilingual contracts, clear process, deposit protection at move-out, and a human agent who replies fast on WeChat.

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Sound familiar?

Most expats don't struggle because Hangzhou has no apartments — they struggle because listings, contracts, and landlords are built for locals. That's what we fix every day.

Language gap

Agents and landlords speak Chinese only; you miss details on fees, rules, and what you're actually signing.

Confusing process

Viewing apps, deposits, registration, utilities — no one explains the order or what documents you need as a foreigner.

Deposit disputes

Move-out deductions feel random; getting your deposit back often turns into arguments you can't fight in Chinese.

One-sided contracts

Standard leases are Chinese-only with vague clauses — hard to know your rights before you pay.

What you get with us

Bilingual lease + plain English summary

We explain every clause before you sign — rent, deposit return rules, repairs, and early exit.

You ↔ landlord, we translate both ways

Negotiation, viewing notes, and follow-ups — no surprises after you move in.

Dedicated WeChat group

You, your agent, and support in one chat — quick answers during the lease.

Short-term & flexible leases

3–12 month stays — we source landlords open to shorter terms when possible.

Move-in & move-out on site

Handover checklist, photo proof, deposit discussion — we protect your money at checkout.

Fast response

Urgent repair or landlord issue? We push for action — that's why clients keep our WeChat group for years.

Senior agents who know all of Hangzhou

Our brokers have worked the city for years — every district, commute, and neighborhood — so we match you by lifestyle, not just price.

Exclusive expat-friendly listings

Years of landlord relationships give you homes geared for foreigners — some off-market, with landlords who actually rent to expats.

Available apartments

Real listings we can show you — tap a card for photos and details, or message us to book a viewing

📅 Published: 2026/6/5
Property Name: Spring River Flower Moon
Monthly Rent: 10500
Area: 166 square meters
Address: No. 158 of Qian Jiang Road, Shangcheng District
Floor: Middle floor
Layout Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Interior Decoration: newly renovated
Transportation Description: Close to Nan Xing Qiao Station, Line 4 of the subway
Additional Details: The house is well-decorated, close to the subway station, and near Wahaha International School.
Agent: Tina
📅 Published: 2026/6/4
Property Name: Hiwell New Vision
Address: Binjiang District
Floor: High Floor
Layout Description: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Decoration Description: Modern
Furniture and Appliances Description: fully furnished
Transportation Description: right by Ming Xing metro station on line 6
Surrounding Facilities Description: Not far from Star Avenue
Other Description: Nice affordable loft apartment with a balcony and a separate kitchen
View and Landscape: Urban landscape
Internal Supporting Facilities: convenient shops, fruit shops, supermarkets, and malls.
Agent: Agnes
📅 Published: 2026/6/4
Property Name: Tai He Square
Monthly Rent: 10000 yuan
Area: 156 square meters
Address: No.58 of Qianjiang Rd, Shangcheng District
Floor: Low floor
Layout Description: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Property Decoration: Well-decorated
Transportation Description: Near Nan Xing Qiao Metro Station (Line 4&5)
Other Description: The house is well-decorated with good lighting. It is close to the subway station. Near WHS.
Agent: Tina
📅 Published: 2026/6/3
Property Name: Qian Tang Star
Layout: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Size: 50 sqms
Decoration: modern and simple style
Furniture and Appliances: fully furnished, central AC
Location: Xi Xing Road, Binjiang District
Floor: 17th floor
Transportation: very close to Xing Ming Subway Station
Surrounding Facilities: lots of restaurants, cafes, bakeries and supermarket, not far from Paradise Walk shopping mall and Star Avenue
Other Description: very nice loft apartment
View and Landscape: city landscape
Agent: Sherry
Hangzhou Lease: Expert foreign housing and tailored services. Get in touch: WeChat 15988496492, Email: Robert@hangzhoulease.com, Check out www.hangzhoulease.com
📅 Published: 2026/6/3
Property Name: Starry City
Layout: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Decoration: Modern and simple style
Furniture and Appliances: Fully furnished, central AC
Location: Jiang Ling Road, Binjiang District
Floor: High floor
Transportation: Very close to XingMin Subway Station
Surrounding Facilities: Lots of restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and supermarkets
Other Description: Very nice loft apartment, not far from Paradise Walk shopping mall and Star Avenue
View and Landscape: City landscape
Agent: Agnes
📅 Published: 2026/6/3
🏠-Property Name: The Genesis

📐-Area: 90 sqm

📍-Address: No. 108, Junxing Lane, Xiaoshan District

🏢-Floor: Middle floor

🏠-Layout: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

🎨-Decoration: Modern simplicity
🛋-Furniture and Appliances: Central air conditioning, floor heating, fully furnished

🚇-Transportation: 500 meters from Yingfeng Road subway station
🏬-Surrounding Facilities: 1.5 kilometers from Impression City shopping mall
📆-Others: Building completed in 2021
🏊‍♀-Community Amenities: Indoor swimming pool, gym, supermarket, etc.
👩-Agent: Tina
📅 Published: 2026/6/8
Property Name: Zhong Hai Yu Dao
Area: 139 sqm
Address: No.90 of Yun Tang Jie, Shangcheng District
Floor: High floor
Layout Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
House Decoration Description: Simple style
Furniture and Appliances: Central air conditioning and floor heating
Transportation Description: 260 meters away from San Bao subway station
Surrounding Facilities Description: Opposite to Basis International School
View and Landscape Description: Part of river view
Internal Supporting Facilities: Gym, bank, etc.
Agent: Agnes
📅 Published: 2026/6/2
Property Name: Ao Lin Mei Zhu
Monthly Rent: 6300
Area: 98 sqm
Location: Xiaoshan District
Floor: Low floor
Layout Description: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Interior Design: Modern and minimalist style
Furniture and Appliances: Central air conditioning, full-house floor heating
Transportation: 1.7 kilometers from Zhenning Road Metro Station
Surrounding Facilities: 4 kilometers from the Olympic Sports Impression City
Other Details: The building completed in 2023
View: High floor with cityscape view
Community Amenities: Small supermarket, bakery, etc.
Agent: Tina
📅 Published: 2026/6/1
Property Name: GuanHeJinTing
Location: Bin Jiang district
Layout: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 89 sqm
House Decoration Description: Clean and simple style
Furniture and Appliances Description: Full furniture
Surrounding Facilities Description: Close to subway station of Xixing (Line 1)
View: Garden view
Agent: Sherry
Hangzhou Lease: Your home for professional foreign leasing services. Connect now: WeChat 15988496492, Email: Robert@hangzhoulease.com, Visit www.hangzhoulease.com

What tenants say

Recent feedback from foreigners who rented through us in Hangzhou

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Anastasiia

Anastasiia

🌍 Ukraine • 2026/7/6

★★★★★
Agent Agnes Agent: Agnes

"I'm really happy that Agnes is the one who helped me to find apartment. She's really responsible: always answer my messages in no time, find a solution for any problems, communication with her is pleasant and friendly. I would like to use services of HangzhouRent in future because of experience of trust and responsibility."

Ryan Lee

Ryan Lee

🌍 South Korea • 2026/6/25

★★★★★
Agent Cici Agent: Cici

"I had a great experience working with Cici to rent a house in Hangzhou. She was professional, responsive, and patient throughout the entire process. She took the time to understand my requirements and helped me find a home that perfectly suited my family’s needs. Cici was always quick to answer my questions, explained everything clearly, and made the rental process smooth and stress-free. Her local knowledge and attention to detail were extremely helpful, especially for someone relocating. I truly appreciate her excellent service and would highly recommend Cici to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy housing agent in Hangzhou."

Tafadzwa Leroy Chiteza

Tafadzwa Leroy Chiteza

🌍 Zimbabwe • 2026/6/8

★★★★★
Agent Agnes Agent: Agnes

"Agnes has been great to work with. She always finds nice places and makes the whole process simple and convenient. Communication is easy since she speaks English, and she takes care of everything on time so moving in is stress-free. She’s always responsive and quick to handle any issues that come up. She also keeps us informed about any documents or applications we need to complete. I highly recommend Agnes for her professionalism, reliability, and excellent service."

李佳喜

李佳喜

🌍 Taiwan • 2026/6/3

★★★★★
Agent Cherry Agent: Cherry

"一,非常專業,能夠將我沒有想到的事情都幫我提前規劃好了 二,非常細心,例如我們交屋的時候,能夠查看到租客及房東都沒有注意到的細節,例如牆壁上的痕跡,牆壁上凸起的螺絲 三,能夠站在顧客的立場規劃,協調事項,非常貼心 四,溫柔有耐心,對於客戶的回覆非常及時 五,詢問與房子非相關問題時,也能熱心地協助解答 六,整個租屋過程溝通都相當順暢,讓我花了極短時間就找到中意的房子,並且整個溝通過程,都讓我相當放心與信任 七,Cherry是我目前遇過最好最專業的人士了"

George Eric Muniz

George Eric Muniz

🌍 United States • 2026/5/18

★★★★★
Agent Cici Agent: Cici

"Cici was very friendly and informative. She took initiative in helping me to set up a router, look for a gym, and suggesting to look at other units she felt I might be interested in. I was very happy with Cici as my agent and to meet her as a person. I’d recommend her wholeheartedly to anyone else seeking a unit."

Santana

Santana

🌍 United States • 2026/4/30

★★★★★
Agent Tina Agent: Tina

"I found myself in a challenging position, moving to a new city with zero knowledge of the neighborhoods or rental market. Tina stepped in immediately, asking what sort of living situation I was hoping for and based simply on that, came back with a list of options that all worked. I went from being anxious, and unaware of how to proceed, to suddenly having too many options. I recommend Hangzhou Rent and Tina for anyone looking for a place in HZ!"

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about renting in Hangzhou

You'll need your passport, valid visa or residence permit, and sometimes a work certificate. Don't worry - we'll guide you through the entire process step by step.

Typically 1-2 weeks from start to finish. We can arrange viewings within 1-3 days, and contract signing usually happens shortly after you've found your ideal property.

Often yes, when the landlord agrees. We regularly place 3–6 month stays and will tell you upfront which listings allow shorter leases.

We attend move-out with you, use a handover checklist and photos, and explain deductions to the landlord in Chinese so you are not arguing alone.

Yes. We provide a bilingual lease with a plain-language summary before you sign, then add you to a WeChat group with your agent for questions during the tenancy.

Get in Touch

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Phenix Center, 24 QiuTao Road
Uptown District, Hangzhou
Zhejiang, China 310000

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