Can you believe you can live in a sea-view apartment for just $50 a month We visit Ocean Flower Island Haihua Island in Hainan China Built at a staggering cost of 160 billion this is the worlds largest artificial island Yet with 400+ skyscrapers it feels like a massive ghost town Today it is a haven for budget travelers retirees and youth looking to lie flat Tang Ping In this video I explore the reality of living here from the incredibly cheap rent and quiet streets to the unpredictable weather and lack of nightlife Location and transport Flight to Haikou Meilan Intl Airport HAK Train High Speed Rail to Danzhou Station Last Mile Taxi or DiDi to Island No 2 approx 2 3 USD The 50 Apartment Skyscrapers go up to 30 floors Units 22m2 46m2 modern but cheap due to low occupancy perfect for deep sleep but watch out for the seaside humidity 00 00 Intro China s Largest Artificial Island 00 58 First Impressions Walking through the Ghost City 04 35 Exploring the Massive Residential Zone 400 Buildings 07 05 Rooftop Views 160 Billion Infrastructure 08 29 Room Tour Inside a 50 Month Sea View Apartment 12 25 The Reality of Island Life Weather Atmosphere 15 05 Building Quality Infrastructure Check 17 58 Cost of Living Supermarkets Local Food
CN Walking explores Haihua Island's $50-a-month apartments, finding a surreal ghost-city with stunning views, cheap living, and surprising everyday comforts.
CN Walking discovers that China's $160 billion Ocean Flower Island is a surreal mix of ghost-city silence and budget paradise. Renting a sea-view apartment for just $50 a month, he navigates typhoon weather, empty skyscrapers, and surprising livability—complete with KFC and shared e-bikes. It's a fascinating look at what happens when ambition outpaces population.
Can you believe you can live in a sea-view apartment for just $50 a month? Welcome to Ocean Flower Island (Haihua Island) in Hainan, China. 🇨🇳 Built at a staggering cost of $160 billion, this is the world's largest artificial island. Yet, with 400+ skyscrapers, it feels like a massive "ghost town."...
Exploring Haihua Island Ghost City $50 Apartment Tour Hainan
China’s largest artificial island, Ocean Flower Island, Haihua Island in Hainan, costs up to 160 billion dollars to build and hosts 400 plus skyscrapers that feel like a ghost town. This video follows a traveler wandering a sea-view dream that costs only about 50 dollars a month in rent. The exploration reveals a curious contrast: ultra-modern towers and empty streets, budget-friendly rents, and a climate that brings humid seaside life without nightlife. The host discusses how it appeals to budget travelers, retirees, and young people who seek a slow, flat-living lifestyle. Concrete details cover how to get there by plane to Haikou Meilan International Airport, by high-speed rail to Danzhou Station, and a short taxi ride to Island No. 2. Inside the famous $50 apartment, units range from 22 to 46 square meters and showcase modern finishes, but occupancy is low, contributing to the quiet, almost desolate atmosphere. The video also notes weather volatility and the challenges of living on
Attractions in this video: Ocean Flower Island, Haihua Island
CN Walking takes us to Haihua Island, also known as Ocean Flower Island, a $160 billion artificial island in Hainan that feels like a ghost town. With over 394 buildings but very few residents, the island offers stunning sea views and incredibly cheap rent—his small apartment costs only $50 to $70 a month in the off-season. The weather is dramatic and unpredictable, with typhoons and heavy rain creating a cinematic atmosphere. Despite the emptiness, daily life is surprisingly comfortable: supermarkets, KFC, and coffee shops are available, and the communal areas are well-maintained. The island is S-shaped, about a 6 km loop, and shared e-bikes make getting around easy. Most residents are older adults looking for peace, and the lack of nightlife makes it better suited for freelancers or short-term stays. The apartment itself is tiny but clean, with basic appliances provided by the developer. The air quality is excellent, with no smog, and sunsets are a highlight. However, swimming is not allowed due to concrete breakwaters, and long-term life here might get boring. Overall, CN Walking finds the island a fascinating mix of ambitious infrastructure, budget living, and eerie quiet.
