Why buy property in Xi'an, China?

History
During Xian's 3,100 year development, 13 dynasties of China placed their capitals here. Xi'an enjoys equal fame with Athens, Cairo, and Rome as one of the four major ancient civilization capitals. In particular the Terra Cotta Warriors- dubbed as the 8th wonder of the world and the most significant archaeological excavations of the 20th century- are a sight not to be missed by any visitor to China. That’s great, but as an investor in modern Xi'an, the capital of Shaanxi Provincewhich is located about 800 kms South-West of Beijing, your portfolio is more concerned with the 30% increases we are seeing after 6 months on high end property purchases inside the city walls*.

Xi'an welcomes you!

"Known as Chang’an in ancient times, Xi’an is a world-famous cultural city and an international tourist destination. An ancient capital, Xi’an enjoys a magnificent history, as a booming metropolis. Xi’an brims with unbounded vitality. As a key city in west China, Xi’an boasts broad market capacity and unlimited business opportunities, and as a city of talents and science and technologies, it possesses enormous potential for future growth. Her most brilliant charm lies in the complementary ancient and modern civilizations that add radiance to each other.

The Chinese government has implemented the strategy of West China Development, which has attracted worldwide attention to China’s western region, including Xi’an, an emerging investment destination. Xi’an enjoys complete market essentials, broad regional economic hinterland, huge market consumption potential, and particularly her unrivaled human resources, low labor costs and sufficient water, electricity and gas supplies, which comprise all aspects for an ideal investment destination. In 2002, Xi’an, together with other 5 Chinese cities such as Shanghai, Shenzhen, Tianjin, Suzhou and Wenzhou, has been recognized as the “The most innovative and vigorous city in the World” by UNIDO.

Today, with a scientific development approach, we are speeding up the process for “Constructing an economically powerful city and creating the best in the western China” in accordance with the ideas to realize social harmony and internationalization-oriented, market-oriented, culture-advanced and ecologically friendly. We are reviewing the city’s orientation with an international perspective, working hard to promote cultural, sci-tech and tourism resources, bringing into full play the basic functions of the market in terms of resources distribution, and developing the 5 pillar industries of high technologies, tourism, equipment manufacturing, modern services and cultural industry. We are constructing and managing the city with a human-centered approach, and promoting citizens’ qualifications and the city’s moral image. We are devoting more efforts to environmental improvement and ecological protection, including the Project for Water and Green aimed to build an ecological city through rejuvenating her reputation of “Eight Rivers surrounding Chang’an”. We are accelerating the growth of “Four Zones and Districts, One Base” (Xi’an Hi-tech Industries Development Zone, Xi’an Economic and Technological Industries Development Zone, Qujiang New District, Chanhe and Bahe Rivers Ecological District, and Yanliang Aviation Hi-tech Industries Base) so as to comprehensively elevate Xi’an’s characteristic industries and core competitiveness.

Xi’an, a city of profound culture and brilliant prospects, sincerely welcomes friends from all circles and all corners of the world for visit, sightseeing and business venturing. Let’s join together for mutual benefits, common development, and a splendid future. "
From the Mayor of Xi'an, 2005


Current opportunities
Xi'an offers enormous investment opportunity for both entry level, private investors, all the way through to global conglomerates. The fact is that you can buy a brand new 100m2 place in the centre of town for around $NZ100k, fully decorated and ready to rent out. Facilities include a gym and swimming pool, all just minutes from the famous Bell Tower. The preferred investment model by the Xi'an Municipal Government is dual purpose meaning properties can be used as both residential and commercial dwellings.

*Further, Xi'an is among the top "tier two" cities in China. As stipulated in the 11th five year plan in 2006, governmental focus is now on bringing tier two cities up to the level of development experienced in tier one cities (Beijing, Shanghai, etc).

*North Western hub for Chinese investment. Strategic player in Government 5 year plan for eradicating income disparity between Eastern and western players. In simple terms this means that Xi'an is now a major focus for the Chinese government in terms of investment in infrastructure. There are now bullet trains connecting Xi'an to surrounding cities and Beijing for example

*Current properties offer rental opportunities for both residential and commercial purposes with around 8% yield

*Subway currently under construction, will be finished within 4 years

*Eight Million people= serious purchasing power

*Limited space within the walls= price increases

*Pattern of triple % increase in 3 years in Tier one cities in China, likely to be replicated in Tier 2 cities

*Supported by governments "go west" policy

*Center for hi-tech investment with companies such as Intel leading the charge

*Sharp increases expected- one investor has already seen 30% increases in 6 months

*Prices are still a bargain for investors of all levels with brand new, high quality inner city properties designated for residential and commercial use available for less than NZ$1000/square metre

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