Penthouse in Southeast China

I (30M US ABC) am currently looking at purchasing a house in Guangdong province. Specifically, looking at a 40th floor penthouse in a desirable location (good schools, golf course, great river view). However, it would appear that a penthouse in China is not desirable from what my local friends say and would be better off buying a mid-level floor. Reasons cited include but not limited high temperatures, high electrical fare to keep air conditioning running, roof/water leak concerns given the weather conditions, more cost to renovate and maintain overall, floor too high in case of emergencies.

One thing to add is that as of now it won’t be my primary place of residence as I am still working full time in my country but more as a preparation with my plans to move to China within 5 years from now. But I visit every year for a couple weeks so I can actually live here too instead of staying with family.

Does anyone have an experiences or stories whether personal or via friends that you can share to sway me one way or another? Greatly appreciated!