{"id":130941,"date":"2026-07-29T15:22:41","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T07:22:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iqiglobal.com\/blog\/?p=130941"},"modified":"2026-07-29T15:22:49","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T07:22:49","slug":"7-wealthiest-neighbourhoods-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/iqiglobal.com\/blog\/7-wealthiest-neighbourhoods-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Do Vietnam\u2019s Rich Live? 7 Wealthiest Neighbourhoods in HCMC and Hanoi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Vietnam’s wealth is growing, but its most affluent residents do not all live behind the same gates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some choose riverside villas surrounded by international schools and stylish cafés. Others prefer modern financial districts, private island developments or green townships located away from the noise of the city centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This contrast is especially visible in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi<\/strong>, Vietnam’s two most important property markets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ho Chi Minh City was estimated to have around 7,200 millionaires, 24 centi-millionaires and three billionaires<\/strong> in 2024. Its wealthy population has expanded alongside sectors such as technology, financial services, electronics, tourism and manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hanoi tells a slightly different story. Its high-end property market is shaped by limited supply, strong domestic demand and growing interest in gated, green and master-planned communities. Apartment prices in Hanoi reportedly increased by around 22.3% to 36% year-on-year<\/strong> during late 2024 and early 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, where do Vietnam’s wealthy families, entrepreneurs, senior executives and international residents choose to live?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are seven of the most prestigious residential areas in HCMC and Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Note:<\/strong> This is not an official wealth ranking. The areas were selected based on luxury housing, reputation, resident profile, lifestyle facilities, international appeal and property investment relevance.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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TL;DR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thảo Điền, Thủ Thiêm, Phú Mỹ Hưng and Diamond Island<\/strong> are among HCMC’s best-known affluent residential enclaves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Hanoi, Tây Hồ, Ciputra and Ecopark<\/strong> attract wealthy families and international residents seeking greenery, privacy, security and integrated amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For investors, HCMC generally offers deeper rental demand, while Hanoi has recently recorded stronger apartment price growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. Thảo Điền: HCMC’s International Riverside Enclave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Where luxury meets creativity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thảo Điền is one of the first places people mention when discussing wealthy neighbourhoods in Ho Chi Minh City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located within Thủ Đức City, formerly District 2, the area sits along a bend of the Saigon River. Its riverside location, leafy roads, private villas and quieter environment make it feel separated from the dense activity of central HCMC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For years, Thảo Điền was mainly known as an expatriate neighbourhood. Today, it also attracts wealthy Vietnamese families, entrepreneurs, creative professionals and younger business owners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local discussions frequently identify Thảo Điền as one of the city’s most recognisable concentrations of affluent living. However, residents also point out that not everyone living there is extremely wealthy, and not every wealthy HCMC family chooses to live there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What makes Thảo Điền special?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Thảo Điền offers a combination that is difficult to find elsewhere:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Riverside villas and luxury condominiums<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • International schools<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Global and Vietnamese restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Boutique cafés and wellness centres<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Contemporary art and design spaces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Artisan shops and independent fashion brands<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Metro access towards central HCMC<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    The neighbourhood has developed beyond its traditional expatriate identity. Recent lifestyle coverage describes it as an influential creative district, where Vietnamese chefs, designers and entrepreneurs are building contemporary local brands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Places such as 28 Thảo Điền<\/strong>, independent galleries, garden cafés and intimate restaurants help create the area’s distinctive lifestyle. It feels international without completely losing its Vietnamese character.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Experience 24 Hours in Thảo Điền<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    What makes Thảo Điền one of HCMC’s most desirable addresses?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In this video, What The Pho<\/em> explores the neighbourhood’s metro access, riverside property market, Vietnamese food, creative businesses, galleries and hidden dining spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Watch below to experience the lifestyle behind Thảo Điền’s luxury reputation.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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