Recently, British urban culture magazine Time Out released its 2026 ranking of the World’s 50 Best Cities. For the first time, Shanghai claimed 2nd place globally and 1st in Asia, driven by its exceptional livability and urban dynamism, affirming its appeal as a world-class livable city through genuine resident feedback.
Building on this globally recognized livability, together with policy incentives from the issuance of the Housing Rental Regulations in 2025, Shanghai’s long‑term rental market has steadily rebounded in 2026. Tenant demand is rapidly upgrading from “having a place to live” to “living well”.
Rooted in Shanghai—an international metropolis ranked among the world’s most livable destinations—Stanford Residences, a leader in high‑quality serviced apartments, has continued to earn strong acclaim from the market and industry through professional operations and a comprehensive service system.
Recipient of Industry Awards, Further Recognition of Brand Strength
With years of dedication to developing premium serviced apartments, Stanford Residences added another honor in early 2026. For its outstanding product and service excellence, the brand was awarded “Most Influential Apartment Brand of the Year” at the 2025 LOVE AWARDS – New Lifestyle Awards presented by renowned urban lifestyle media Time Out SHANGHAI. The publication has long focused on quality urban living, and its awards are renowned for professionalism and market recognition.
This latest accolade is both an endorsement of Stanford Residences’ overall brand strength and genuine feedback from the market and users. In fact, it is just one achievement in an extensive portfolio of honors. Since its founding, the brand has won more than 50 authoritative awards at home and abroad, including:
World Travel Awards – China’s Leading Serviced Apartment Brand
China Cultural Tourism Starlight Award – Outstanding Serviced Apartment Brand of the Year
Voyage Hotel Awards
China Hotel Golden Pillow Awards
These accolades have established a solid brand reputation and continuously consolidated its leading position in the high‑end serviced apartment sector.
Behind the Honors: Quality Reflected in Every Detail
The accumulation of honors stems from Stanford Residences’ long‑term commitment to quality and relentless refinement of details. Guided by the service philosophy of creating a “home away from home” for residents, the brand’s core competitiveness lies in strategic location selection and a complete service system. Its two flagship projects—Stanford Residences Jing’an and Stanford Residences Xuhui—are both situated in key areas of Shanghai, earning wide resident recognition through robust product and service capabilities.
Located in the West Nanjing Road business district, Stanford Residences Jing’an offers panoramic views of the bustling Jing’an Temple from its high floors. Supported by convenient transportation and meticulous design, it has become the preferred residence for high‑net‑worth expatriate and long‑stay residents.
Stanford Residences Xuhui sits at the heart of the Hengfu Historical and Cultural Preservation Area, blending cultural heritage with premium lifestyle amenities, making it highly popular among local and international families for long‑term stays.
In terms of service, Stanford Residences remains committed to its core philosophy: “Elevated Living, Refined Elegance”, crafting a warm “home away from home” for residents. Services include 24‑hour premium butler support, multilingual communication, bilingual living guides, paired with “Refined Aesthetics” interior design and diverse community events. These thoughtful touches foster a strong sense of belonging and security in daily life.
Such multi‑dimensional care has built Stanford Residences’ reputation and trust across the market and industry. Whether for expatriate business professionals or domestic elites pursuing quality living, Stanford Residences has become the premium choice for an increasing number of residents.
Moving Forward with Honors, Driving High-Quality Industry Development
Today, the long‑term rental market is rapidly shifting from policy‑driven to quality‑led growth, entering a new development cycle. As a representative brand in the high‑quality serviced apartment sector, Stanford Residences continues to drive mutual growth for the brand and the industry, grounded in professional expertise and supported by quality services.
In the future, Stanford Residences will uphold a quality‑first development strategy, steadily advance brand expansion, and strive to create warm, high‑quality living spaces for more local and international families.