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Inside Korea’s Giant Apartment Cities
Korea builds housing at a speed and scale most countries can’t match — entire apartment cities rising at once, multi-tower redevelopments replacing whole suburbs, and 3–4 bedroom apartments designed for families, not investors.
After spending three months living in Seoul, mortgage broker Jason He breaks down what he saw on the ground: the density, the lifestyle, the affordability challenges, the Jeonse rental system, the ballot process for new apartments… and why young people in both Korea and Australia feel locked out of the market.
This episode unpacks how Korea’s housing system really works, why it looks nothing like ours, and what the rest of the world can learn from a country building at extreme scale.
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au
00:00:00 - Introduction and Catching Up
00:01:58 - Living in Seoul, Korea
00:02:33 - Living Conditions in South Korean Apartments
00:09:01 - Discussion on Noise Issues in Apartments
00:09:50 - Public Transport and Commuting in Seoul
00:10:10 - Building Communities in South Korea
00:12:57 - Construction and Development in South Korea
00:15:10 - Housing Affordability and Cultural Expectations
00:18:02 - Education and Parenting Costs in South Korea
00:20:52 - Housing as Shelter vs Wealth Creation
00:25:11 - Investment Limitations and Crypto Popularity
00:30:24 - Understanding the Jeonse System
00:32:24 - Comparing Housing Systems: Australia vs South Korea
00:38:20 - Closing Thoughts and Korean Language Lesson
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By CopositKorea builds housing at a speed and scale most countries can’t match — entire apartment cities rising at once, multi-tower redevelopments replacing whole suburbs, and 3–4 bedroom apartments designed for families, not investors.
After spending three months living in Seoul, mortgage broker Jason He breaks down what he saw on the ground: the density, the lifestyle, the affordability challenges, the Jeonse rental system, the ballot process for new apartments… and why young people in both Korea and Australia feel locked out of the market.
This episode unpacks how Korea’s housing system really works, why it looks nothing like ours, and what the rest of the world can learn from a country building at extreme scale.
🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au
00:00:00 - Introduction and Catching Up
00:01:58 - Living in Seoul, Korea
00:02:33 - Living Conditions in South Korean Apartments
00:09:01 - Discussion on Noise Issues in Apartments
00:09:50 - Public Transport and Commuting in Seoul
00:10:10 - Building Communities in South Korea
00:12:57 - Construction and Development in South Korea
00:15:10 - Housing Affordability and Cultural Expectations
00:18:02 - Education and Parenting Costs in South Korea
00:20:52 - Housing as Shelter vs Wealth Creation
00:25:11 - Investment Limitations and Crypto Popularity
00:30:24 - Understanding the Jeonse System
00:32:24 - Comparing Housing Systems: Australia vs South Korea
00:38:20 - Closing Thoughts and Korean Language Lesson