Description
A rare heritage find in the Former French Concession — this lane house for rent in Shanghai is a certified historic building, built in 1941, and once home to a notable figure in Shanghai’s history [name to be confirmed]. Located at Lane 1356, Huaihai Middle Road, at the intersection with Changshu Road, this is one of the more distinctive Former French Concession apartments for rent currently available.
Property Details:
- Bedrooms: 2 | Bathrooms: 2
- Size: 150 sqm | Floor: 4th | Ceiling height: 3.5m
- District: Xuhui | Area: Former French Concession
- House Type: Traditional old house, protected historic building
- Monthly Rent: ¥28,000
- Lease Term: Long-term & short-term rental Shanghai options available
- Available: Now
- Nearest Metro: Changshu Road Station (Lines 1 & 7) — zero distance; Shanghai Library Station (Line 10) — 600m
This 2 bedroom apartment in Shanghai stands out even among the Former French Concession’s historic housing stock — an officially recognized excellent historic building with soaring 3.5-meter ceilings, a genuine rarity in the city’s older architecture. The oversized layout includes 2 bedrooms, 2 separate living/reception rooms, and 2 bathrooms, with the master bedroom featuring a walk-in closet. High-end custom cabinetry runs throughout the home, finished with eco-friendly artistic wall paint — pairing heritage character with genuinely elevated, modern craftsmanship.
Whole-house central air conditioning and wall heating bring everyday comfort to a home with real architectural pedigree — a combination that’s difficult to find in this part of the city, where historic buildings and modern conveniences rarely coexist this seamlessly.
Positioned directly at Changshu Road Station (Lines 1 & 7), with Shanghai Library Station (Line 10) just 600m away, this Shanghai apartment near metro access offers rare convenience for a heritage address — ideal for those seeking genuine expat housing in Shanghai with real history behind it.
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