“鬼城”又添一座！房价从“2万多跌到4000元”，却依旧无人问津

Core Viewpoint - The real estate market in Langfang has experienced a dramatic decline, with prices dropping from over 20,000 yuan per square meter to around 4,000 yuan, reflecting a significant downturn in the once-thriving property market [1][3][5]. Group 1: Historical Context - Langfang was once considered a "pearl of the Beijing-Tianjin corridor," attracting many young professionals due to its proximity to Beijing and significantly lower housing prices [1]. - Between 2014 and 2017, the housing market boomed, with prices rising from 8,000 yuan per square meter to 15,000 yuan by the end of 2016, and some areas even exceeding 20,000 yuan [3]. - The introduction of strict purchase restrictions in March 2017, requiring non-local buyers to have three years of social security or tax payments, led to a sharp decline in demand and subsequent price drops [3][5]. Group 2: Current Market Conditions - As of 2024, housing prices in Langfang's main urban areas are generally between 4,000 and 5,000 yuan per square meter, with some remote areas dropping to over 3,000 yuan [3][5]. - In Yanjiao, prices have plummeted from nearly 40,000 yuan per square meter to just over 10,000 yuan, representing a decline of over 70% [5]. - Many properties remain unoccupied, with high vacancy rates observed in new developments, as many owners have never moved in or even renovated their units [5]. Group 3: Economic and Social Factors - Langfang's economic foundation is weak, primarily relying on traditional manufacturing industries, which offer limited job opportunities and lower salaries compared to Beijing [5]. - The average salary in Langfang is over 30% lower than in Beijing, contributing to a slowdown in population growth and even negative growth in some areas [5]. - Commuting issues exacerbate the situation, with long travel times to Beijing leading to decreased quality of life for residents [7]. Group 4: Market Stimulus Efforts - To stimulate the housing market, various promotional strategies have been employed, such as low down payments and incentives like free parking and renovations [7]. - Current rental prices for a 100 square meter apartment in Langfang are around 2,000 yuan per month, while property prices range from 400,000 to 500,000 yuan [7].