West Thang Long Opens to Traffic: Opportunities for Investors and Homebuyers?

In Sync with the West Thang Long Area’s Momentum

In early 2026, the final hurdle of the West Thang Long Avenue was cleared, with a land compensation and resettlement plan in place. The project is expected to complete land clearance by Q1/2026 and achieve technical opening in Q2/2026. As it nears completion, West Thang Long is poised to become a strategic transportation axis, driving unprecedented growth in Hanoi’s western region.

Stretching from Vo Chi Cong Road (Ring Road 2.5) to Son Tay Town Center, this 33km avenue boasts a width of over 60m with 10 lanes, and a total investment of approximately 1.298 trillion VND. It stands as one of the capital’s most ambitious road projects. Beyond alleviating congestion on overloaded routes like National Highway 32 and Thang Long Avenue, West Thang Long Avenue is designed to foster new connections between Hanoi’s city center and satellite towns such as Bac Tu Liem, Hoai Duc, and Dan Phuong.

West Thang Long Avenue significantly reduces congestion on National Highway 32 and Thang Long Avenue.

Urban development history underscores a fundamental truth: transportation is the lifeblood of the economy. Wherever infrastructure thrives, growth follows, catalyzing a surge in real estate markets. The transformation of Tay Mo, before and after the advent of Thang Long Avenue, exemplifies this.

Prior to Thang Long Avenue’s inauguration in 2010, Tay Mo was a quaint village with a moderate population density of approximately 4,761 people/km², characterized by traditional homes interspersed with farmland. However, the introduction of this vital artery spurred rapid urbanization. Today, following the development of numerous modern urban projects, Tay Mo’s population density has nearly doubled to around 8,434 people/km². This growth is accompanied by a substantial increase in property values, vividly illustrating the impact of transportation infrastructure on urban development and investment appeal.

A similar trend is emerging along the West Thang Long Avenue. At its starting point, the landscape is already evolving into a modern urban hub, featuring world-class developments like Starlake and the Diplomatic Compound, alongside notable structures such as the Korean Embassy, Samsung R&D Center, Shilla Hotel, and Peace Park.

Looking ahead, this area is set to host 11 ministerial offices and various iconic projects. Further along the avenue, emerging urban zones like Jade Lake Residence, Vinhomes Wonder City, and Noble West Thang Long are taking shape, signaling a rapid acceleration in development. This momentum mirrors the success of previous growth corridors, such as Thang Long Avenue, highlighting the area’s investment potential.

Anticipating this infrastructure wave, low-rise, multi-functional townhouses along West Thang Long Avenue are emerging as a compelling investment option, maximizing utility and value.

Jade Lake Residence: Pioneering the Home Building Concept

Strategically located along the West Thang Long Avenue, Jade Lake Residence spans nearly 1.6 hectares, offering 90 units designed under the innovative Home Building concept. This approach blends residential living with the functionality and space of an office building, catering to diverse usage needs.

Each residence is structured like a mini-office complex, featuring a basement, six above-ground floors, a rooftop terrace, and a garden, totaling 550–800 m² of usable space. With frontages ranging from 6 to 10 meters and dual-aspect views, including direct access to the avenue, owners can optimize their properties for business, office use, or rental purposes.

The versatile design allows for flexible use: ground-floor commercial spaces facing the avenue for business, mid-level floors for offices or rental accommodations, and upper floors for private living, complemented by a rooftop garden for a unique living experience. Each property can accommodate 15-18 rental units, or function as a premium office space, leveraging its prime location on West Thang Long Avenue—Hanoi’s new central hub.

Jade Lake Residence offers sustainable income through its Home Building model.

Beyond the steady income from its multi-functional design, Jade Lake Residence owners stand to benefit from significant land value appreciation. According to batdongsan.com, properties in the Starlake urban area along the same avenue are priced above 700 million VND/m². In contrast, Jade Lake Residence offers units at just 265 million VND/m², a third of the price for a comparable location.

As the West Thang Long Avenue becomes fully operational, it will catalyze infrastructure development and boost property values in the area. Jade Lake Residence, with its prime location and immediate usability, is poised to reap substantial benefits.

The real estate market consistently demonstrates the link between infrastructure development and property value. Historically, the introduction of major transportation routes has led to 20–40% increases in nearby property values within 1–2 years. A new growth cycle is beginning in the West Ho Tay area, and strategically located projects like Jade Lake Residence are well-positioned for robust and sustainable growth.