A man in Shaanxi province, China, discovered his newly purchased apartment was nonexistent after realizing the building was shorter than advertised. Shen purchased an apartment on the 34th floor in 2013, believing he was securing a high-rise property. However, upon further investigation, he found the building only had 32 floors. The discrepancy led to significant disappointment and raised questions about property sales practices. Details regarding the financial implications and potential legal recourse for Shen remain unclear. The incident highlights potential risks associated with purchasing property in a rapidly developing market. South China Morning Post reported on the unusual case, drawing attention to the importance of verifying property details before purchase.