But in most of the world you would not expect (as the following link outlines), this to apply when renting a flat in a high rise block. Most people who are looking at this cadet deal will be thinking they can get a 700 square foot place for what is advertised. Understand you were replying to a post about prices for a place in HKG but it is misleading due to HKG property practices. Not the comparison you made but what you get for your money.
Gross Floor Area | ExpatFlats