Living & investing in District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
District 4 is a small, dense island wedged between District 1 and District 7 — famous street food, honest local life and, lately, mid-rise condos a bridge away from downtown offices.
Key numbers
- Condo price
- $2,500/m²
- Rent 1BR / month
- $480
- Gross rental yield
- 5.5 %
- Demand
- Medium
- Price trend
- ↑ rising
Who it suits
Adventurous singles and value hunters who want downtown proximity at a discount.
Insider tip
The discount to District 1 has been narrowing for years — buy for the bridge you'll actually cross daily, not the map distance.
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Frequently asked questions
＋ What does a condo cost in District 4?
As a guide, modern condos in District 4 trade around $2,500 per m², so a 60 m² one-bedroom lands near $150,000. The exact price depends on the project, floor, view and whether foreign-quota units are still available — our free report gives you a personalised estimate.
＋ How much is rent in District 4?
A furnished one-bedroom in a modern building starts around $480 per month; two-bedrooms and premium projects cost more. Gross rental yields for landlords in this district are roughly 5.5% before costs.
＋ Can foreigners buy in District 4?
Yes — in licensed projects, foreigners can buy up to 30% of the units in a building, normally on a renewable 50-year ownership certificate. Availability of that quota varies by project, which is exactly what we check for you before you commit.
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Prices shown are indicative 2025/2026 benchmarks in USD and are not a substitute for an individual assessment.
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