Where to live

Area Guides

Find your neighbourhood in Ho Chi Minh City. From the buzzing centre to leafy expat enclaves — here's what you need to know before you choose.

District 2

Thao Dien

The expat heartland.

Tree-lined streets, international schools, rooftop pools, and a thriving café scene. Thao Dien is where most expats end up — and it's easy to see why.

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District 1

The beating heart of Saigon.

Skyscrapers, street food, rooftop bars, and the city's best nightlife. District 1 is where Saigon never sleeps — perfect if you want to be in the thick of it.

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District 7

Modern, spacious, and family-friendly.

Wide roads, modern apartment complexes, international schools, and Phu My Hung's planned township. District 7 is the go-to for families and those who want more space.

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Binh Thanh

Local feel, great value.

Authentic Saigon living at a fraction of the price. Binh Thanh sits between District 1 and Thao Dien — close to everything but with a genuinely local character.

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