How to: Finding accommodation in Hong Kong
Accommodation in Hong Kong
There are two options when it comes to where one lives in Hong Kong: on the island or off the island. Living on the island means easy access to the centre and all the entertainment that can be found in the heart of Hong Kong, but living off the island generally means getting more value for money from one's accommodation. Real estate in Hong Kong is limited, and flats are notorious for being tiny and pricey. With that in mind, start by deciding what neighbourhoods are best suited for you, Home seekers have to consider if budget is the biggest concern, proximity to work, ample space for the kids, ample space for the dog to run around?
Once you’ve decided what’s best for you, you then have to factor in the price. When it comes to the price of flats, there are three factors that will have a major impact:
1. The size of the apartment
2. If it has been removed recently
3. The view.
A lot of people find that they have to compromise on at least one of these to stay within budget, if you can find somewhere that ticks all three, then you’ve hit the jackpot.
Finding a Home Online
There are various websites that allow you to enter and view for free real estate ads in the region of your choice. Alternatively, you can also buy some additional features that can enhance visibility.
TheGoodDeal.com.hk website allows individuals and real estate agents to place their ads. For those who want to buy a house in Hong Kong navigation is very simple because you can enter the basic parameters to filter the ads and view only those that are relevant to your needs and specifications. The listings are divided into categories so it will be easy to go in the section dedicated to real estate and select the region to which they belong in order to see the ad description along with pictures of the property. The advertisements of TheGoodDeal.com.hk also allows the users to filter the search results by amount of bedrooms, price range, and date posted, most relevant in order to quickly eliminate any unsuitable posts.
