Summary of Key Points Core Viewpoint The article discusses various types of affordable housing in Shenzhen, highlighting their differences, characteristics, and application processes. Group 1: Types of Affordable Housing - **Talent Housing**: Designed for specific talents, allows purchase after 10 years with full ownership upon payment of additional fees. No new projects planned since 2023 [3][4]. - **Affordable Housing**: Currently, only families in the waiting list can apply for housing. The waiting list has been paused for new entries, with approximately 185,000 families currently in the queue. Full ownership is granted after 10 years of purchase [4]. - **Shared Ownership Housing**: Aimed at new residents, where buyers share ownership with the government (typically 50%-70%). Buyers can transfer their share after 5 years to eligible families [5]. - **Public Rental Housing**: Government-owned low-rent housing (around 30% of market price) for low-income families and public service workers, allocated based on waiting list order [6]. - **Guaranteed Rental Housing**: Long-term rental housing provided by the government or social entities, focusing on transitional needs for new citizens and youth. Non-residents who meet talent introduction criteria can also apply [7]. Group 2: Application Processes - **Talent Housing Application**: Interested parties must submit applications through the housing authority's website after project announcements [3]. - **Affordable Housing Application**: Similar to talent housing, applicants must follow the official announcement and submit their applications through the housing authority's website [4]. - **Shared Ownership Housing Application**: Applicants must apply through the housing authority's website following project announcements [5]. - **Public Rental Housing Application**: Applicants must prepare materials according to the waiting list requirements and apply through the housing authority's website [6]. - **Guaranteed Rental Housing Application**: Applications are submitted through the housing authority's website, with eligibility determined by a lottery system [7]. Group 3: Eligibility for Non-Residents - Non-residents can only apply for guaranteed rental housing, provided they meet the talent introduction criteria [8]. - The talent introduction criteria include educational qualifications and age limits, such as having a bachelor's degree and being under 45 years old [8][9].