Ho Chi Minh District 7 Phú Mỹ Hưng Apartment Rental Guide
If you're looking for the neighborhood with the highest concentration of Korean residents in Ho Chi Minh City, District 7's Phú Mỹ Hưng is the clear answer. Korean restaurants, Korean grocery stores, a Korean school, and Korean-friendly clinics are all packed into one area — to the point where it can feel like a slice of Korea. Whether you're coming as a corporate expat, running a business, or relocating for your children's education, a large share of Korean residents in Ho Chi Minh City end up here.
This guide is for anyone looking to rent an apartment in District 7, particularly around Phú Mỹ Hưng. We'll cover what the neighborhood is like, how much rent runs, which complexes are available, and what to look out for when securing a place.
What Kind of Neighborhood Is Phú Mỹ Hưng?
Phú Mỹ Hưng is a planned township within District 7. Originally marshland, it was developed into a new urban district with Singaporean investment, which gives it a noticeably different feel from the rest of Ho Chi Minh City. Wide, well-laid-out roads, manicured parks, and clean lake areas make it look like it belongs in a different city altogether — many people call it "Ho Chi Minh City without the chaos."
The appeal to Korean residents is straightforward. Korea International School (KIS) is located here, which draws many families with school-age children. Beyond that, Korean restaurants, Korean grocery stores (K-Mart, Hanaarum, etc.), Korean hair salons, and clinics with Korean-speaking staff are all within easy reach. Korean signage is a common sight on the streets, and running into other Korean residents is an everyday occurrence. For those who are new to Ho Chi Minh City and worried about the adjustment, Phú Mỹ Hưng offers a very soft landing.
The trade-off is distance. It sits a fair way from the city center (District 1) — roughly 20–30 minutes by car. And because it's a planned, higher-end area, rents tend to run higher than in other parts of the city. Even so, demand from Korean households remains consistently strong thanks to the Korean infrastructure on the doorstep.
What Apartment Complexes Are in Phú Mỹ Hưng?
Phú Mỹ Hưng has a range of apartment complexes, each with its own price point and feel. Well-known options include Midtown, Sky Garden, Riverside, Grandview, Hung Vuong, and Panorama, among others.
Midtown is popular for those wanting newer builds with modern facilities. Sky Garden and some of the older complexes offer better value for money. Most complexes come with shared amenities like a pool, gym, and playground, and security is generally solid. Complexes with a large Korean resident base also tend to have active community networks, which can be genuinely useful when you first arrive.
Below are current listings available in District 7. Browsing by complex, size, and price is a good way to get a feel for the market.
