About Da Nang Homes
What is Da Nang Homes?
Da Nang Homes (danang.homes) is a real estate listings site for Da Nang and Hoi An, Vietnam. We aggregate and verify for-sale and for-rent properties from local sources and present them in English and Vietnamese, alongside district guides and an educational blog for foreign buyers and renters.
Which districts does Da Nang Homes cover?
Hai Chau, Thanh Khe, Son Tra, Ngu Hanh Son, Lien Chieu, Cam Le, and Hoa Vang in Da Nang, plus neighboring Hoi An. See /districts for guides to each area.
How do I contact Da Nang Homes about a listing?
Message us on Zalo or WhatsApp, or email hello@danang.homes. Contact details and QR codes are on the /contact page.
Is the information on Da Nang Homes legal or financial advice?
No. Our blog and knowledge content are informational, based on current regulations and local experience, and can change. Always confirm specifics with a licensed lawyer, notary, or bank before signing a contract.
Buying Property in Da Nang
Can foreigners rent property in Da Nang?
Yes — there is no restriction on foreigners renting apartments, houses, or villas in Da Nang. Most landlords ask for a passport copy and a deposit (commonly 1-3 months' rent) at lease signing.
Can I pay for a Da Nang apartment in US dollars?
No. Property transactions in Vietnam are settled in Vietnamese dong, so any foreign currency you send is converted by your Vietnamese bank first. The conversion happens at the bank's rate on the day you confirm the order, so compare quotes if the amount is large.
Read more: Transfer Money to Vietnam to Buy Property: Da Nang Buyer's Guide→How long does an international wire to Vietnam take?
A SWIFT transfer to a Vietnamese bank usually arrives in 1-3 business days. Large amounts can take longer if the bank asks for the contract or source-of-funds documents, so send the money at least a week before any payment deadline.
Read more: Transfer Money to Vietnam to Buy Property: Da Nang Buyer's Guide→Do I need a Vietnamese bank account to buy property?
You do not strictly need one for every deal, but it is the safest route. A VND account in your own name gives you a clean record of the money arriving, makes later payments and management fees simple, and supports repatriation when you sell.
Read more: Transfer Money to Vietnam to Buy Property: Da Nang Buyer's Guide→Can I send my money back out of Vietnam when I sell?
Yes, if the original funds entered through a bank and you paid the taxes due on the sale. The bank will ask for the sale contract, tax receipts, and proof of your original remittance, and processing typically takes about 5-7 business days. Moving the money correctly takes a few extra phone calls and a tidy folder of documents. Do that, and the exit is as clean as the purchase. If you want a second pair of eyes before your first wire, message us and we will go through it with you.
Read more: Transfer Money to Vietnam to Buy Property: Da Nang Buyer's Guide→What is a good rental yield in Da Nang?
A good gross rental yield in Da Nang is 4% or higher, since the city average for condos sits near 3.8% as of 2026. After management fees, vacancy and tax, a net return of 3-3.5% is solid. Anything advertised at 8% or above deserves scrutiny of the assumptions behind it.
Read more: Property Investment in Da Nang: What Foreign Condo Owners Really Earn→Can foreigners legally earn rental income from a Da Nang condo?
Yes. Foreigners who own a condo in a licensed project in Vietnam can lease it out and keep the income, on a 50-year ownership term renewable once. Owners pay the same rental tax as Vietnamese landlords: an effective 10% of gross once annual income passes the exemption threshold.
Read more: Property Investment in Da Nang: What Foreign Condo Owners Really Earn→Is short-term or long-term letting better for a Da Nang investment condo?
Long-term leases usually give steadier net income, while short-term letting can gross more in high season. Airbnb occupancy in Da Nang averaged 61% between June 2024 and May 2025, and short-term managers charge 20-25% against 10-15% for long-term. Many owners combine both across the year.
Read more: Property Investment in Da Nang: What Foreign Condo Owners Really Earn→How much tax do foreign owners pay on Da Nang rental income?
Foreign owners pay an effective 10% of gross rental income, made up of 5% VAT and 5% personal income tax, with no expense deductions. Income below the annual threshold (VND 100 million under the long-standing rule) is exempt, and a 2026 law change may raise it, so confirm with an accountant. Da Nang rewards owners who buy for the ten-year view, hold in a building with solid management, and budget the net figure rather than the brochure figure. If you'd like us to run the numbers on a specific unit before you commit, message us and we'll do it with the real building fees included. --- Related reading: Condo Management Fees in Da Nang: What Foreign Owners Actually Pay Each Month · Apartments for Sale in Da Nang Open to Foreign Buyers Ready to buy in Da Nang? Browse homes for sale or explore properties in Ngu Hanh Son.
Read more: Property Investment in Da Nang: What Foreign Condo Owners Really Earn→Is buying off-plan cheaper than buying a finished apartment in Da Nang?
Yes, off-plan units typically price 10-20% below a comparable finished apartment in the same building or area, since you're absorbing construction-timeline risk the developer would otherwise price in. That discount narrows or disappears if the project runs late, since your capital sits tied up in an unfinished unit.
Read more: Buying an Off-Plan Apartment in Da Nang: A Foreigner's Guide to Pre-Construction Risk→What happens to my deposit if the developer never gets a bank guarantee?
Selling off-plan without a bank guarantee is against Vietnamese law, but if it happens anyway, you have far weaker legal standing to recover a deposit if the project stalls or the developer becomes insolvent. Always ask for the guarantee certificate before paying the đặt cọc, and have a lawyer confirm it's active.
Read more: Buying an Off-Plan Apartment in Da Nang: A Foreigner's Guide to Pre-Construction Risk→Can foreigners get a mortgage for an off-plan apartment in Da Nang?
Financing an off-plan unit is harder than financing a finished one, since most Vietnamese banks won't lend against a property that doesn't exist yet to appraise. Most foreign buyers pay off-plan stages in cash and only look at local financing once the unit is complete and has a pink book.
Read more: Buying an Off-Plan Apartment in Da Nang: A Foreigner's Guide to Pre-Construction Risk→How do I check the foreign ownership quota before paying a reservation fee?
Ask the developer's sales office for the current count of foreign-owned units against the 30% cap for that specific block, in writing, and have your lawyer verify it against the project's foreign-sale approval documents. Quotas on popular towers can shift week to week as other buyers sign.
Read more: Buying an Off-Plan Apartment in Da Nang: A Foreigner's Guide to Pre-Construction Risk→How do I verify the foreign ownership quota before paying a deposit?
Ask the developer's sales office, or the building's management board for a resale, for a dated written confirmation of how many units are currently foreign-owned against the 30% cap. Don't rely on a verbal number from the agent showing you the unit — get an independent broker or lawyer to confirm it before any money moves.
Read more: Due Diligence Checklist: What to Verify Before You Buy a Condo in Da Nang→What if the developer won't share their Pink Book track record?
Treat it as a real warning sign. A developer with a clean history is usually happy to point to finished projects and named owners who received their certificates. Reluctance to discuss timelines, or vague answers about "in process," is exactly the pattern that shows up in projects where buyers end up waiting years — or never receiving one at all.
Read more: Due Diligence Checklist: What to Verify Before You Buy a Condo in Da Nang→Is it normal to pay 50% or more upfront in Da Nang?
No. Vietnamese law caps the first installment at 30% of the contract price, with the rest tied to construction progress. A request for 50% or more before significant building work is done is outside the legal framework and worth walking away from, not negotiating down.
Read more: Due Diligence Checklist: What to Verify Before You Buy a Condo in Da Nang→Can I do this due diligence myself, without a lawyer?
You can do the first pass yourself — asking for the quota letter, checking the entity names on the permit versus the contract, and reading the payment schedule. But before you sign anything or wire a deposit, it's worth the few hundred dollars to have an independent lawyer review the contract. It's cheap compared to what it costs to unwind a bad purchase.
Read more: Due Diligence Checklist: What to Verify Before You Buy a Condo in Da Nang→Is the condo management fee in Da Nang negotiable?
Not with the building directly, but it isn't fixed forever. It's set — and can be changed — by majority vote at a legally convened owners' meeting, based on floor area owned. If your fee sits too high in the bracket, the annual meeting is the real lever, not a phone call to the management office.
Read more: Condo Management Fees in Da Nang: What Foreign Owners Actually Pay Each Month→What happens if I don't pay my management fee?
Most buildings apply a late fee first, then restrict access to shared amenities like the pool, gym, or reserved parking. Persistent nonpayment can lead to formal action from the Management Board, so it's worth setting up automatic payment if you're managing the unit remotely.
Read more: Condo Management Fees in Da Nang: What Foreign Owners Actually Pay Each Month→Can foreign owners vote or serve on the Management Board?
Yes. Foreign owners can vote at the owners' meeting in proportion to the floor area they own, and can generally stand for election to the board. In practice, foreign representation on Da Nang boards is still rare, mostly because a lot of foreign owners rent their units out and never attend in person.
Read more: Condo Management Fees in Da Nang: What Foreign Owners Actually Pay Each Month→Do fees differ much between districts in Da Nang?
The bracket applies citywide, but the actual number varies in practice. Newer towers along Son Tra's beachfront corridor and central Hai Chau tend to sit near the top of the range, while older buildings further out sit closer to the bottom.
Read more: Condo Management Fees in Da Nang: What Foreign Owners Actually Pay Each Month→Can foreigners own land in Da Nang?
No. Land in Vietnam is state-owned, Vietnamese citizens included. A foreign buyer owns the structure — house or apartment — plus a renewable land-use certificate for the ground beneath it.
Read more: Can Foreigners Buy a House in Da Nang? What Vietnam's Law Actually Allows→What's the difference between a pink book and a long-term lease for a villa?
A pink book is an ownership certificate: your name is on the title, and you can sell, mortgage, or will the property. A long-term lease gives registered use rights for a set term without a title — the developer or landowner retains ownership, and resale depends entirely on the lease's assignment clause.
Read more: Can Foreigners Buy a House in Da Nang? What Vietnam's Law Actually Allows→How many villas can foreigners buy in one Da Nang project?
Up to 10% of that project's units, capped at 250 houses across all licensed projects in an equivalent ward area. Popular developments often hit that limit before construction finishes, so confirm quota availability before committing to a unit.
Read more: Can Foreigners Buy a House in Da Nang? What Vietnam's Law Actually Allows→Can foreigners get a mortgage to buy a house in Da Nang?
It's possible but limited — a handful of Vietnamese banks lend to foreign buyers under specific conditions. We cover the lenders and requirements in our guide to financing a Da Nang property purchase as a foreigner.
Read more: Can Foreigners Buy a House in Da Nang? What Vietnam's Law Actually Allows→Can foreigners legally own a condotel in Da Nang?
Yes, in most current projects a foreign buyer can hold a certificate of ownership for a condotel unit. What you can't do is register it as residential housing — the certificate is classified as non-residential, tourism-use property, a different legal category from an apartment.
Read more: Condotel Ownership for Foreigners in Da Nang: What You Actually Get→What's the real difference between a condotel and an apartment when it comes to ownership?
The land underneath them is classified differently. An apartment sits on residential land and earns a pink book with a 50-year renewable term and full housing rights. A condotel sits on commercial or service land, and its certificate never converts to residential status, regardless of how the unit is finished inside.
Read more: Condotel Ownership for Foreigners in Da Nang: What You Actually Get→Does buying a condotel help with a long-term visa or residency in Vietnam?
No. Residency and residence-card applications tied to property ownership require a residential address, which a condotel certificate can't provide. If a path toward Vietnam residency matters to your purchase, a residential apartment is the only option that supports it.
Read more: Condotel Ownership for Foreigners in Da Nang: What You Actually Get→Are condotels a good investment in Da Nang?
Condotels work best as a hospitality-style investment, not a home purchase — some professionally-operated towers deliver solid rental yield with none of the hassle of managing tenants directly. But weigh that against thinner resale liquidity, guaranteed-return contracts that have burned buyers before, and a title worth less to the next buyer than a standard apartment's would be.
Read more: Condotel Ownership for Foreigners in Da Nang: What You Actually Get→Renting in Da Nang
Can foreigners rent property in Da Nang?
Yes — there is no restriction on foreigners renting apartments, houses, or villas in Da Nang. Most landlords ask for a passport copy and a deposit (commonly 1-3 months' rent) at lease signing.
Can I sign a lease for a Da Nang apartment before I arrive in the country?
You can negotiate terms and get a draft contract in advance, but don't send a deposit or sign the final lease until you've inspected the unit in person. Contracts signed sight unseen are the single biggest source of rental disputes we hear about from new arrivals.
Read more: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang From Abroad: What to Do Before You Arrive→How much deposit should I pay for an apartment in Da Nang?
One month's rent is the standard deposit across the city, for a studio or a two-bedroom alike. If a landlord or agent asks for two or three months upfront on a lease shorter than a year, treat it as a red flag and negotiate down or walk away.
Read more: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang From Abroad: What to Do Before You Arrive→What documents should I check before signing a Da Nang rental contract?
Ask to see the pink book (sổ hồng) proving legal ownership, confirm the name on it matches both your contract and the bank account receiving payments, and get a bilingual Vietnamese-English copy of the lease. Skipping this is how tenants end up locked into a contract with someone who never owned the unit.
Read more: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang From Abroad: What to Do Before You Arrive→How long should my first lease in Da Nang be?
Three to six months is the safer first commitment, long enough for a fair rate but short enough to leave if the building doesn't suit you. It also fits a 90-day e-visa better than a 12-month lease does, so you're not renegotiating housing and immigration paperwork on the same trip. Do the parts that travel well, research, shortlist, temporary booking, before you land, and save the signature for the day you've actually stood in the unit. That order has saved every renter I know from the one mistake that's hardest to undo from another country. --- Related reading: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang: An American's Guide to Vietnam's Hidden Gem · Renting in Da Nang: Essential Checks Before You Sign (Avoiding Mold, Noise & Agent Issues) Looking for a place in Da Nang? Browse current rental listings or explore properties in Ngu Hanh Son.
Read more: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang From Abroad: What to Do Before You Arrive→Is a furnished apartment more expensive than an unfurnished one in Da Nang?
Yes — unfurnished or partly-furnished units typically rent for 15-25% less than a comparable furnished apartment, since you're paying off the landlord's furniture investment through the higher rent. Unfurnished units are also far less common in foreigner-oriented buildings, since most owners furnish specifically to attract expat tenants who don't want to buy furniture for a one-to-two-year stay.
Read more: Furnished Apartments for Rent in Da Nang: What's Actually Included and What It Costs→What should I do if the furniture is missing or in bad condition when I move in?
Document everything with photos on move-in day and raise gaps with the landlord immediately, before you've paid a second month's rent, since it's much harder to negotiate a fix once you've settled in. If the listing promised items that aren't there, point to the listing or your written messages as evidence — a landlord who advertised a washing machine that doesn't exist has a weak position once you push back in writing.
Read more: Furnished Apartments for Rent in Da Nang: What's Actually Included and What It Costs→Do furnished apartments in Da Nang include utilities in the rent?
No — in the large majority of cases, electricity, water, and any building management fee are billed separately from rent, even on a fully furnished unit. Only true serviced apartments typically fold water and sometimes internet into one monthly price; electricity is billed separately almost everywhere, since usage varies too much for a landlord to absorb it.
Read more: Furnished Apartments for Rent in Da Nang: What's Actually Included and What It Costs→How much deposit should I expect to pay on a furnished apartment?
The standard deposit in Da Nang is one month's rent, refundable at the end of the lease minus documented damage. Some owners ask for two months, which is reasonable only on a full one-year lease; on a six-month or shorter term, a two-month deposit request is worth pushing back on or walking away from.
Read more: Furnished Apartments for Rent in Da Nang: What's Actually Included and What It Costs→Is it cheaper to rent a villa or an apartment in Da Nang?
Per square meter, villas usually cost more than apartments in a comparable area, but per bedroom the gap narrows — a 4-bedroom villa at $2,200 often beats renting two 2-bedroom apartments for similar space, plus you get a yard and no shared walls.
Read more: Villas for Rent in Da Nang: A Family's Guide to Space, Schools, and Cost→How far ahead should I start looking for a villa near an international school?
Start 6-8 weeks before you need to move in. The best compounds near schools like BIS or AIS turn over slowly, and landlords there are used to foreign tenants planning ahead for the school year rather than needing something this week.
Read more: Villas for Rent in Da Nang: A Family's Guide to Space, Schools, and Cost→Do villa landlords negotiate on price?
Yes, more often than apartment landlords, especially for a 12-month-plus lease paid a few months at a time. A 5-10% reduction off the asking price for a longer commitment is common and worth asking for directly.
Read more: Villas for Rent in Da Nang: A Family's Guide to Space, Schools, and Cost→Can I get a shorter lease, like 6 months, on a villa?
Some landlords will do it, usually at a 10-15% premium over the monthly rate on a 12-month lease, since furnishing a villa for a short tenancy is less attractive to them. It's more available in Hoa Hai's resort compounds, which see more turnover, than with independent houses.
Read more: Villas for Rent in Da Nang: A Family's Guide to Space, Schools, and Cost→What should I do to make sure I get my security deposit back in Da Nang?
Document the property's condition with dated photos and videos before you move out, clean thoroughly, and fix minor damage like nail holes or broken lightbulbs yourself. Compare these to your move-in photos so you have clear proof of condition, since this documentation is your strongest defense against unwarranted deductions.
Read more: Getting Your Security Deposit Back in Da Nang: A Step-by-Step Guide→Should I be present for the move-out inspection?
Yes, always try to attend the move-out inspection in person and walk through the property with your landlord or their representative. Bring your move-in and move-out photos to reference, and try to get written acknowledgment, even via messaging app, that the inspection is complete and the condition is acceptable.
Read more: Getting Your Security Deposit Back in Da Nang: A Step-by-Step Guide→What if my landlord disputes damages or delays returning my deposit?
If your landlord claims damage, refer to your move-in documentation to show whether it existed before your tenancy or is normal wear and tear. If deductions are made, request an itemized list with receipts, and if delays or unfair deductions continue, try direct negotiation first, then mediation through a trusted local contact, since formal legal action is often complex and expensive for foreigners.
Read more: Getting Your Security Deposit Back in Da Nang: A Step-by-Step Guide→How should I communicate with my landlord about getting my deposit back?
Keep all communication polite, persistent, and in writing, since email, WhatsApp, or Zalo work well and give you a clear record of your requests and the landlord's responses. Note the deposit-return deadline from your lease, send a polite reminder a few days before it, and follow up formally and courteously if it passes. --- Related reading: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang From Abroad: What to Do Before You Arrive · Furnished Apartments for Rent in Da Nang: What's Actually Included and What It Costs Looking for a place in Da Nang? Browse current rental listings.
Read more: Getting Your Security Deposit Back in Da Nang: A Step-by-Step Guide→What's the main advantage of renting directly from a property owner in Da Nang?
The main advantages are potential cost savings, since there's no management fee factored into rent, plus more direct communication and greater flexibility on lease terms like shorter periods or property modifications. The tradeoff is that response times and professionalism depend entirely on that individual owner's availability and style.
Read more: Working With a Property Manager vs. Going Direct With the Owner in Da Nang→Why do foreigners often prefer a property manager over a direct owner in Da Nang?
Property managers typically have English-speaking staff who bridge language and cultural barriers, translate legal documents, and mediate disputes, which reduces stress for tenants unfamiliar with Vietnamese tenancy laws. They also use standardized, legally sound contracts and provide a dedicated point of contact for maintenance requests, including after-hours emergencies.
Read more: Working With a Property Manager vs. Going Direct With the Owner in Da Nang→How are property manager fees typically charged in Da Nang?
Property managers typically charge a management fee calculated as a percentage of the monthly rent, covering services like rent collection, tenant screening, and ongoing legal compliance. This fee is sometimes passed on to tenants as a slightly higher rental price, though the convenience and professionalism often justify the cost.
Read more: Working With a Property Manager vs. Going Direct With the Owner in Da Nang→What are the downsides of using a property manager instead of renting direct?
The main downsides are potentially higher costs, since management fees can be passed on through the rent, and less flexibility, since managers follow standardized policies across multiple clients. Unique requests like lease modifications or property alterations can be harder to accommodate than with a direct owner. --- Related reading: Renting an Apartment in Da Nang From Abroad: What to Do Before You Arrive · Furnished Apartments for Rent in Da Nang: What's Actually Included and What It Costs Looking for a place in Da Nang? Browse current rental listings.
Read more: Working With a Property Manager vs. Going Direct With the Owner in Da Nang→Have a question that isn't covered here?
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