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Nov 102-Bedroom Apartment in Qingdao World Trade Center

2-Bedroom Apartment in Qingdao World Trade Center

Whole-unit rental in Qingdao World Trade Center with 2 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, and 1 bathroom. Northeast-facing with large windows and good natural light.

¥5,000 / month
Nov 44-Bedroom Villa for Rent in Qingdao's Shimao Nuoshawan Phase 1

4-Bedroom Villa for Rent in Qingdao's Shimao Nuoshawan Phase 1

A 192 sqm villa with a yard in a quiet, convenient location with complete nearby amenities. Modern minimalist decoration, good natural light, and a reasonable layout make it suitable for living.

¥8,500 / month
Nov 4Direct Landlord Rental Near May Fourth Square, Qingdao

Direct Landlord Rental Near May Fourth Square, Qingdao

Direct rental from landlord in the heart of Qingdao, next to May Fourth Square. One-bedroom units start at 7000 RMB per month, with larger units available.

¥7,000 / month
Nov 4Seaside house for rent in Laoshan

Seaside house for rent in Laoshan

A 260 sqm whole-unit rental in Gangdong Xinyuan, Laoshan District, Qingdao. Rent is 5,000 CNY per month.

¥5,000 / month
Nov 4Fully Furnished 3-Bedroom Apartment in Laoshan No.1 Courtyard

Fully Furnished 3-Bedroom Apartment in Laoshan No.1 Courtyard

This is a fully furnished three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in Laoshan No.1 Courtyard, available for whole-unit rent at 7,900 RMB per month. It features spacious rooms, good natural light, and a quiet environment.

¥7,900 / month
Nov 4Fully Furnished 3-Bedroom Apartment in Poly Tianhui West District, Qingdao

Fully Furnished 3-Bedroom Apartment in Poly Tianhui West District, Qingdao

This clean and bright 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment in Poly Tianhui West District, Qingdao, is fully furnished with appliances and ready for move-in. It offers a spacious 116 sqm layout with a 2+1 configuration, suitable for small families.

¥5,000 / month
Nov 4Three-Bedroom Apartment in Qingte Xingcheng

Three-Bedroom Apartment in Qingte Xingcheng

Clean and tidy three-bedroom apartment with good natural light in a quiet community. Convenient for transport and daily life.

¥4,200 / month
Landlord listing · 房东直发Two-Bedroom Apartment Near Subway in Qingdao

Two-Bedroom Apartment Near Subway in Qingdao

A two-bedroom apartment of 88 sqm is available for rent in Qingdao at 4,000 RMB per month. It is located near the subway and comes fully furnished with floor heating.

¥4,000 / month
Landlord listing · 房东直发Well-Furnished 2-Bedroom Apartment in Qingdao

Well-Furnished 2-Bedroom Apartment in Qingdao

This 2-bedroom apartment in Laoshan District offers sea views and is a 5-minute walk from the subway and beach. It is also within 10 minutes of a supermarket, mall, and restaurants.

¥6,000 / month

Qingdao Apartments for Rent

2026/11/4
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Spring in the North - Leisurely Court - Photo 1

Spring in the North - Leisurely Court
北国之春悠然苑

Rent: ¥3,500 / month
Layout: 3 rooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 101.38 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway
2026/11/2
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Heda Junyue - Photo 1

Heda Junyue
和达君玥

Rent: ¥6,200 / month
Layout: 3 rooms, 2 living rooms, 2 bathrooms
Size: 136.53 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Two bathrooms, Near subway, Available for viewing anytime
2026/11/6
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Rui Hai Lan Shan - Photo 1

Rui Hai Lan Shan
瑞海澜山

Rent: ¥3,200 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 86 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway, Available for viewing anytime
2026/11/6
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Golden Collar Family North District - Photo 1

Golden Collar Family North District
金领世家北区

Rent: ¥3,700 / month
Layout: 1 room, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 84.43 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway, Available for viewing anytime
2026/11/3
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Golden Light Garden - Photo 1

Golden Light Garden
金光丽园

Rent: ¥3,700 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 2 living rooms, 1 bathroom
Size: 92.58 m²
Features:Well-decorated
2026/11/7
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - CMB Country Garden Evian Seasons - Photo 1

CMB Country Garden Evian Seasons
招商碧桂园依云四季

Rent: ¥3,600 / month
Layout: 3 rooms, 2 living rooms, 1 bathroom
Size: 89.9 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway
2026/11/1
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Qingte Huaxi Di - Photo 1

Qingte Huaxi Di
青特花溪地

Rent: ¥7,500 / month
Layout: 4 rooms, 2 living rooms, 3 bathrooms
Size: 223 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Available for viewing anytime
2026/11/1
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Jinyu Hefu Ronghefu - Photo 1

Jinyu Hefu Ronghefu
金隅和府荣和府

Rent: ¥5,800 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 2 living rooms, 1 bathroom
Size: 100.88 m²
Features:Well-decorated
2026/10/31
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Xuhui Yinshengtai Zhengyangfu Phase I - Photo 1

Xuhui Yinshengtai Zhengyangfu Phase I
旭辉银盛泰正阳府一期

Rent: ¥3,400 / month
Layout: 3 rooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 103 m²
Features:Well-decorated
2026/11/6
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Vanke Future City - Photo 1

Vanke Future City
万科未来城

Rent: ¥3,400 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 85.61 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway, Available for viewing anytime
2026/11/6
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Evergrande Golden Beach Plot C - Photo 1

Evergrande Golden Beach Plot C
恒大金沙滩C地块

Rent: ¥10,800 / month
Layout: 4 rooms, 2 living rooms, 2 bathrooms
Size: 209.31 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Two bathrooms
2026/11/10
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Queen's Way Excellence - Photo 1

Queen's Way Excellence
卓越皇后道

Rent: ¥4,600 / month
Layout: 4 rooms, 2 living rooms, 2 bathrooms
Size: 126.72 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Two bathrooms, Available for viewing anytime
2026/11/8
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Jiashang Qingting Service Apartment - Photo 1

Jiashang Qingting Service Apartment
嘉尚青庭服务公寓

Rent: ¥7,800 / month
Layout: 1 room, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 134 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway
2026/11/8
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Poly Tianhui - Photo 1

Poly Tianhui
保利天汇

Rent: ¥6,500 / month
Layout: 3 rooms, 2 living rooms, 2 bathrooms
Size: 140 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Two bathrooms, Near subway
2026/11/5
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Hisense Liaoyang Road No. 7 - Photo 1

Hisense Liaoyang Road No. 7
海信辽阳路7号

Rent: ¥3,200 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 2 living rooms, 1 bathroom
Size: 38.81 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway
2026/11/7
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - No. 17 Chengkou Road - Photo 1

No. 17 Chengkou Road
埕口路17号

Rent: ¥3,700 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 82.75 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway
2026/11/3
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Renaissance View - Photo 1

Renaissance View
万丽海景

Rent: ¥4,800 / month
Layout: 1 room, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
Size: 54.03 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway
2026/11/7
Apartment for rent in Qingdao - Yixinyuan (Shibei) - Photo 1

Yixinyuan (Shibei)
怡馨苑(市北)

Rent: ¥5,800 / month
Layout: 2 rooms, 2 living rooms, 1 bathroom
Size: 143.27 m²
Features:Well-decorated, Near subway, Available for viewing anytime

Notes from Qingdao

ChinaHomeRent

They answered on WeChat at odd hours, showed three flats inside my real budget, and sat through the signing so I understood the clauses.

ChinaHomeRent

Two weeks, a dog, and a landlord who wanted two months' deposit. They kept calling until someone said yes, then talked the deposit down.

ChinaHomeRent

The lease was in Chinese. They went through it line by line. When the fridge died in week two, a repair person came the same day.

ChinaHomeRent

Police registration and the utility accounts, done before I used more leave. The viewings were stacked into one afternoon.

ChinaHomeRent

We needed a gate, a bit of green, and a sane walk to the metro. They showed the same flats at the hour we would actually be home.

ChinaHomeRent

A quieter floor, and a kitchen I could cook in. They remembered that on every viewing, not only the first call.

The work, in Qingdao

A home in Qingdao, a Chinese lease you have actually read, and a person on WeChat after the keys are yours.

  1. 01

    The search

    Commute, pets, budget, and how long you are staying. We shortlist homes that fit, and we say so when a place does not.

  2. 02

    Arrival

    Airport, the first nights, the keys. Arranged before you land, so the first day in Qingdao is not a scavenger hunt.

  3. 03

    Getting set up

    A SIM in your name, home internet, and WeChat Pay that can actually pay for dinner.

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  4. 04

    The lease

    We go through the Chinese contract with you: rent, deposit, what is included, and the clauses worth questioning. You get a written summary before you pay.

  5. 05

    After you move in

    When something breaks, you message us. We call the compound and the repairman.

  6. 06

    Renewal and leaving

    An extension, an early exit, the handover. We stay with it until the keys are back.

Living room of an apartment for rent in Qingdao
A home on the Qingdao list

The first weeks in Qingdao

Five things that stall a move if they are left until the second week. We do them with you.

  1. A phone number

    A local SIM, in your name, before the building group chat starts.

  2. WeChat and Alipay

    Installed, verified, and able to pay for dinner and the utilities.

  3. A bank account

    Which branch will open an account for a new arrival, which papers to bring, and someone beside you at the counter.

  4. Residence registration

    The police-station registration, inside the window Qingdao actually enforces.

  5. The medical exam

    For a work visa or residence permit, we book the entry-exit health centre and go with you.

Once the lease has started

The contract is the beginning of living in Qingdao, not the end of the job.

Repairs

Write to us on WeChat. We speak to the compound management and the repairman, and we stay on it until the thing is fixed.

Renewing

About two months before the end, we ask whether you are staying. If you are, we negotiate the new term and sit with you when it is signed.

Leaving

We look at the apartment before you move out, agree what needs repair, and stand with you on the handover day.

When you go

Internet, the SIM, the bank account. We close what you ask us to close, and help sell furniture you are not taking.

Another apartment for rent in Qingdao
Another home we are showing in Qingdao

Living in Qingdao

Qingdao: The City of Beer and Beaches

Qingdao, located in Shandong Province, is a picturesque coastal city known for its beautiful beaches and the world-famous Tsingtao Beer.

Historical Background

Qingdao was established as a city during the late Qing Dynasty and was occupied by Germany in the early 20th century, leaving a legacy of European-style architecture. It later became a key naval base and port city.

Geographical Features

Qingdao is situated on the coast of the Yellow Sea, featuring a temperate monsoon climate with mild summers and winters. The city’s coastline is dotted with sandy beaches and scenic promenades.

Culture and Tourism

Popular attractions include the Qingdao Beer Museum, Zhanqiao Pier, and Mount Laoshan. The annual Qingdao International Beer Festival is a major draw for visitors from around the world.

Conclusion

Qingdao’s combination of seaside charm, cultural landmarks, and lively festivals make it a top destination in northern China.

Shopping

Where people near the apartment actually buy food, and where a new kitchen gets stocked. Not the mall on the billboard.

Dinner

Places within a short walk of the homes we show, including the ones that take a foreign card.

A Sunday

What is worth crossing Qingdao for, and what is only worth the postcard.

The commute

Which line, which exit, and how long the walk from the station is on a wet morning.

Schools

International schools that sit inside a sensible commute of the homes we are willing to show.

Questions about renting in Qingdao

What types of properties are available for rent?

We offer apartments, villas, serviced apartments, and shared accommodations across major Chinese cities, covering a wide range of budgets and layouts for expats.

How does the leasing process work for foreigners?

Our team guides you from shortlisting and viewings to negotiation and lease signing. We explain key clauses in English and help coordinate deposits, inventory checks, and move-in dates.

Do I need temporary residence registration after moving in?

Yes. Foreigners generally must register their address at the local police station (派出所) shortly after moving into a private apartment. Hotels often handle this automatically; apartments usually do not. We can accompany you or coordinate with your landlord.

Can you help with visa, work permit, or residence permit issues?

Yes. We provide guidance and coordination for common immigration paperwork, and can connect you with specialists for work permits, Z visas, and residence permit renewals depending on your case.

Can I get help setting up utilities and internet?

Absolutely. We assist with electricity, water, gas where applicable, broadband installation, and Wi-Fi setup so you can settle in quickly after move-in.

How do I open a Chinese bank account or get a local SIM card?

We help prepare documents, choose foreigner-friendly branches or outlets, and accompany you for bank account opening and real-name SIM registration needed for WeChat, Alipay, and OTP verification.

What if I need to terminate my lease early?

Early termination depends on your contract. We review break clauses, help communicate with the landlord or agent, and support a smoother handover to reduce deposit disputes whenever possible.

Do landlords usually provide furniture and appliances?

Many expat-oriented apartments are furnished or semi-furnished, but inventory varies. We clarify what is included before you sign and can help source extras if needed.

How much agency or service fee should I expect?

Fees depend on the service scope and city. For rentals arranged through ChinaHomeRent, pricing is explained upfront before you proceed so there are no surprises.

Can you help families with school search and neighborhood selection?

Yes. We can shortlist international or bilingual school areas, compare commute options, and align housing search with your preferred campus and lifestyle.

What types of properties are available in Qingdao?

Apartments in managed compounds, serviced apartments, and occasionally a villa or a room in a shared flat. We tell you which is which before you view.

How does the leasing process work in Qingdao?

You send the brief. We shortlist, view with you, and walk through the Chinese lease before any money moves.

Do you assist with visa and registration for expats in Qingdao?

We do the police-station residence registration, and we can walk you through the visa steps. We do not issue visas.

Can I get help with utilities setup in my Qingdao apartment?

Electricity, water, gas, and home internet, in the first days after you get the keys. A local SIM as well, in your name where the shop allows it.

What if I need to terminate my Qingdao lease early?

We read what your contract already says about leaving early, then talk to the landlord about notice, repairs, and the deposit.

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We find the apartment, read the lease with you, and stay on WeChat after the keys are in your hand.

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The people who answer the WeChat
  1. 01

    In your language

    English on the call. Chinese on the contract. The same person sits in both.

  2. 02

    Homes we have walked

    Apartments someone from this desk has been inside. Not a scrape of every listing in Qingdao.

  3. 03

    One person through to signing

    The agent who took the first brief is the one in the room when you sign.

  4. 04

    Written down before you pay

    The landlord, the deposit, and the clauses, on a page you can keep.

  5. 05

    Sunday included

    If the lock fails on a Sunday, there is still a person to message.

  6. 06

    The neighbourhood, specifically

    Which gate, which metro exit, and which school run works on a weekday morning.

Write to us about Qingdao

Budget, pets, the date you land, the neighbourhood you keep coming back to. We reply with homes that fit.

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若通过我方租房(短租或长租),初始服务费为月租金的 50%–100%;租期超过一年者,如续租,自第二年起每年收取持续支持费(Ongoing Support Fee),金额为月租金的 25%–50%。各城市根据当地涉外租房市场情况不同,收费标准有所差异。锁定房源时,请向您的专属顾问(Agent)确认具体费用。

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