One must be cautious with "average prices": the local market and the market for expatriate apartments are very different.
In Ho Chi Minh City, for example, 2026 listing data shows a median of about $384/month for a T2/1-bedroom, but furnished apartments meeting the standards sought by many expatriates can easily reach $750 to $1,400.
Price Ranges for 2026
| City | Small budget | Comfortable | High-end |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ho Chi Minh City | 4–7 M VND | 10–18 M | 20–40 M+ |
| Hanoi | 4.5–8 M | 10–20 M | 22–45 M+ |
| Da Nang | 3.5–6 M | 8–15 M | 15–30 M+ |
| Hoi An | 4–7 M | 8–16 M | 18–35 M+ |
These ranges are indicative and correspond to different categories of furnished housing observed in 2026.
Vietly Advice: do not define your budget solely with rent. Add electricity, water, internet, any residential fees, parking, and air conditioning.