How to choose a high-rise elevator floor? Analysis of hot topics across the Internet for 10 days
With the acceleration of urbanization, high-rise residences have become the mainstream choice, and the choice of elevator floors has become one of the most entangled issues for home buyers. Combined with the hot discussion data of the entire network in the past 10 days, we provide you with a structured analysis from dimensions such as noise, lighting, and price.
1. Data statistics on hot spots for high-rise floor selection across the entire network

| Hot discussion dimension | Discussion popularity (%) | Best floor recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Noise impact | 32.7 | 15-25 floors |
| Lighting and ventilation | 28.5 | 20 floors and above |
| price difference | 22.1 | 8-12 floors |
| Elevator waiting | 10.3 | Floor 10-18 |
| emergency escape | 6.4 | 5-15 floors |
2. In-depth analysis of each dimension
1. Noise pollution avoidance plan
According to environmental monitoring data, urban road noise reaches its peak at a height of 30 meters (about 10 floors), and then decreases with increasing height. It is recommended to avoid the noise concentration area on the 9th to 13th floors. Buildings around commercial complexes need to pay special attention to low-frequency noise on the equipment floor.
2. The golden zone of lighting and ventilation
Sunshine simulation shows that the number of unobstructed days above the 20th floor can reach 98% throughout the year, which is 40 more sunny days than the 10th floor. However, it should be noted that wind pressure increases in high areas in winter. In northern cities, it is recommended to choose double-layer insulating glass units.
3. Price gradient reference table
| Floor interval | average price coefficient | Reason for premium |
|---|---|---|
| 1-5 floors | 0.85-0.95 | Lighting restrictions |
| 6-12 floors | 1.0-1.1 | Balance value for money |
| Floor 13-24 | 1.15-1.3 | Landscape advantage |
| 25 floors+ | 1.2-1.4 | scarcity |
4. Equipment layer pit avoidance guide
High-rise residential buildings usually have equipment floors every 15 floors, which will produce slight vibrations. It is recommended that when purchasing a house, the developer be asked to provide an equipment distribution map and avoid floors directly opposite the equipment rooms (usually the basement, middle floor and top floor).
3. Special needs selection strategy
1. There are elderly people at home
Recommended floors 8-12: balance the risk of elevator failure and lighting needs. The height of 30-40 meters from the ground is exactly the effective rescue range of the fire ladder.
2. Young families
Recommended floors 18-24: While meeting the landscape needs, avoid the waterproofing hazards on the top floor. Big data shows that the turnover rate in this range is 27% higher than that in the low range.
3. Investment and rental
Preference is given to floors 6-10: the rental vacancy period is 15 days shorter than in high-end areas, and the rental return rate is stable between 3.8-4.2%.
4. Expert advice
Professor Wang from the Department of Architecture of Tsinghua University pointed out: "Modern high-rise design has broken through traditional understanding. It is recommended to check the wind pressure and noise simulation data of specific buildings through BIM models. In the past three years, new projects have adopted jump-floor equipment room designs. Traditionally taboo floors such as the 14th and 28th floors have no significant disadvantages."
Special reminder: The geological conditions of each city are different. For example, the settlement of soft soil foundation buildings in Shanghai is more obvious, and trace settlements of 0.5-1cm/year may occur in high-rise areas. The settlement compensation clause must be clearly stated in the house purchase contract.
Note: The statistical period of the data in this article is from November 1 to 10, 2023, and is collected from 150,000+ discussion contents on Weibo, Zhihu, Anjuke and other platforms.
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