2BR Heritage Lane House for Rent, Former French Concession

Description

A rare 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. Located at Lane 1350, 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: 3rd | Ceiling height: 3.5m
• District: Xuhui | Area: Former French Concession
• House Type: Traditional lane house (old house), protected historic building
• Monthly Rent Asking: ¥32,000
• 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 rarity in the city’s older architecture. The master bedroom includes a walk-in closet, and the home has been finished with high-end custom cabinetry throughout and eco-friendly art paint on the walls, pairing heritage character with genuinely elevated finishes.

Central air conditioning and wall heating bring modern 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 a story behind it.

Looking for other Former French Concession options? We also have a 2BR lane house, and 3BR apartment currently available in the same neighborhood.

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