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Seoul Transforms Changdong into Innovation Hub Amid Soaring Prices

2/16/2025

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The Seoul Metropolitan Government is set to revitalize the Changdong Vehicle Base in Nowon-gu into a cutting-edge industrial hub, drawing inspiration from Boston's LabCentral. This ambitious project will feature the Seoul Arena and an Open Lab tailored for bio and AI startups. However, the dream of innovation faces a challenge as apartment prices in Nowon-gu continue to soar amidst a volatile market.

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The Seoul Metropolitan Government is set to revitalize the Changdong Vehicle Base in Nowon-gu into a cutting-edge industrial hub, drawing inspiration from Boston's LabCentral. This ambitious project will feature the Seoul Arena and an Open Lab tailored for bio and AI startups. However, the dream of innovation faces a challenge as apartment prices in Nowon-gu continue to soar amidst a volatile market.