Living in Shenzhen 2025: How Much Does It REALLY Cost? (Spoiler: It’s NOT Cheap!)

💸 “Shenzhen is CHEAP?” Think again. Most cost-of-living videos only show rent and noodles—but they’re missing the BIG picture. In Episode 6 of Solo Quest, I break down the REAL cost of living in Shenzhen with brutal honesty—including hidden fees, visa traps, and the sneaky expenses that ambushed me!

📊 What’s Covered (Under 6 Minutes!):
🏠 Rent: “Cheap apartments” vs. the truth about deposits, agents, and utilities.
🍜 Food: Street eats vs. groceries vs. surviving Starbucks addiction.
🚇 Transport: Didi, metro, and e-bike costs (and why you’ll need both!).
💼 Visa/Work Permit Fees: The $500+ expense no one talks about.
🎉 Social Life: The real price of bars, gyms, and dating in Shenzhen.

⚠️ Spoiler: If you’re moving to Shenzhen with a $1,000/month salary… you’ll regret it.

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💬 Is Shenzhen cheaper than YOUR city? Drop your country + budget in the comments!