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: 2024/10/23
Property Name: Hangzhou Bay
Monthly Rent: RMB 5800 per month
Area: 118 sqms
Address: XiaoShan District
Layout Description: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
House Decoration Description: Modern style
Furniture and Appliances: Fully furnished
Transportation Description: Not far away from ZhiXing road metro station
Surrounding Facilities Description: Wellington School
View and Landscape Description: City view
Internal Supporting Facilities: Swimming pool
Agent: Agnes
📅 Published: 2024/10/23
-Property Name: Yuan Yang Xixi Mansion
-Location: Yuhang district
-Area: 139 sqm
-Layout: 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
-House Decoration Description: clean and simple style
-Furniture and Appliances Description: fully furnished, middle floor
-Surrounding Facilities Description: close to Jing Chang Road subway station (Line 19)
-View: compound view
-Agent: Sherry
📅 Published: 2024/10/22
Property Name: Mei Zai Mei Cheng
Monthly Rent: RMB 8300 per month
Area: 98 sqms
Address: Xiaoshan District
Layout Description: 4 rooms 2 bathrooms
House Decoration Description: fully furnished
Furniture and Appliances: Fully furnished with central AC, floor heating
Transportation Description: Not far away from Fei Hong Rd metro station
Surrounding Facilities Description: next to Inn City shopping mall
View and Landscape Description: compound garden view
Internal Supporting Facilities: gym
Agent: Agnes
📅 Published: 2024/10/22
Property Name: City Star
Area: 190 sqm
Address: ShangCheng District
Layout Description: 4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms
House Decoration Description: Modern & Luxury
Furniture and Appliances: Fully furnished
Transportation Description: Close to ChengXing Road Metro Station
Surrounding Facilities Description: Mixc mall
View and Landscape Description: Great View
Internal Supporting Facilities: Indoor swimming pool, Gym
Agent: Tina
📅 Published: 2024/10/22
-Property Name: Hang Yue Run Fu
-Location: Gongshu District
-Rent: 10800 per month
-Area: 139 sqm
-Layout: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms
-House Decoration Description: Modern and simple style, fully renovated with floor heating, fresh air system, and central air conditioning.
-Furniture and Appliances Description: Fully furnished.
-Surrounding Facilities Description: Close to Hema Subway Station (Line 5).
-View: Compound view
-Agent: Sherry
📅 Published: 2024/10/22
Property Name: City Star
Area: 190 sqms
Address: Shangcheng District
Layout Description: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
House Decoration Description: Luxury
Furniture and Appliances: Fully furnished with central AC, bathtub
Transportation Description: Not far away from Cheng Xing Road metro station
Surrounding Facilities Description: Close to Mixc shopping mall
View and Landscape Description: compound garden view
Internal Supporting Facilities: gym
Agent: Cici
📅 Published: 2024/10/21
Property Name: Huan Yu Bay
Monthly Rent: RMB 7300 per month
Area: 89 sqms
Address: BinJiang District
Layout Description: 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom
House Decoration Description: Newly renovated
Furniture and Appliances: Fully furnished
Transportation Description: Not far away from Xingmin metro station
Surrounding Facilities Description: Close to Star Ave.
View and Landscape Description: High floor with nice city view
Internal Supporting Facilities: Supermarket, shops, bank, etc.
Agent: Agnes
📅 Published: 2024/10/21
🏠 Property Name: Noble Home

💰 Price: Rmb 11000 per month
📊 Area: 123sqm

📍 Location: Xiaoshan District

🏢 Floor: Low floor

🛏️ Layout: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
🏡 Interior Style: Modern

🛋️ Furniture and Appliances: Central air conditioning, floor heating throughout the house

🚇 Transportation: 800 meters from Yingfeng Road Metro Station
🏬 Nearby Facilities: 650 meters from Olympic Sports In City shopping mall

📅 Other Information: The building completed in 2023

🌳 View: compound garden
🏪 Community Amenities: Supermarket, fruit shop, and more
👩 Agent: Cici
📅 Published: 2024/10/18
Property Name: Central Mansion
Monthly Rent: 17000 RMB
Area: 130 sqms
Floor: High floor
Apartment Description: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Decoration: Modern style
Furniture and Appliances: Central AC, Fresh air system
Transportation: Walk distance to the Olympic Sports Center
Surrounding Facilities: Not far from Incity Mall
Other Description: Great location
View: Broad view
Agent: Agnes

What tenants say

Recent feedback from foreigners who rented through us in Hangzhou

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Alvaro

Alvaro

🇪🇸 Spain • 2026/9/29

★★★★★
Agent Cherry Agent: Cherry

"I had a great experience with Cherry. She showed me the apartment very thoroughly and was very helpful throughout the whole process. She also accompanied me to complete the police registration, which can be quite difficult for foreigners. Very professional, responsive, and helpful. Highly recommended."

John Schwamb

John Schwamb

🌍 United States • 2026/9/15

★★★★★
Agent Cici Agent: Cici

"In a word, CiCi is amazing. I found her through a friend's referral. She was immediately responsive and helpful. She shared multiple properties that met my company's requirements as well as my personal requirements. This is my second year in China, and I moved from Shanghai to Hangzhou. CiCi is incredibly thoughtful and easy to work with. She even sacrificed her time during the weekend to help me get settled into my new apartment. I give CiCi 5 stars, and strongly recommend her. 😃"

J.

J.

🇨🇳 China • 2026/9/1

★★★★★
Agent Tina Agent: Tina

"We contacted Tina online at the beginning. From our‑very first meeting, I could tell how professional she was, which earned my full trust. She put in tremendous effort and thorough research to find me a suitable apartment. Throughout the whole process, Tina was patient, reliable and highly‑professional. Her after‑sales service is also excellent. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a rental property."

Neha Raniwala

Neha Raniwala

🇮🇳 India • 2026/8/25

★★★★★
Agent Tina Agent: Tina

"Excellent service! Tina was professional, responsive and made the entire rental process smooth. Tina found the perfect place for us as we had lots of restrictions. Helped us to communicate with the landlord very efficiently. We've been with Hangzhou Plus for 10 years and they have always helped us with all our requirements. Highly recommend!"

Ethan Tuttman

Ethan Tuttman

🌍 United States • 2026/8/24

★★★★★
Agent Sherry Agent: Sherry

"Working with Sherry has been absolutely fantastic. I moved to China feeling anxious about where I would be living and she helped me out in person and over the phone every step of the way. I truly would have been so lost without her. Its always nice to know that I am not alone with my confusion because she always lends a helping hand. Thank you so much for your help throughout my process here. I truly would not have been able to do this without you."

Mila

Mila

🇷🇺 Russia • 2026/8/24

★★★★★
Agent Tina Agent: Tina

"This is my second time renting a property through agent Tina. I really appreciate her great professionalism and endless patience. She listened carefully to my requirements, explained all rental‑related details clearly, and gave thoughtful support whenever I had concerns. It has been a pleasant and stress‑free renting experience. I would definitely reach out to her again and strongly recommend her to other tenants."

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

Ready to find your perfect home? We're here to help!

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

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+86 159 8849 6492
+86 153 5502 6729

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Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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