Riverside real estate project rendering
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In Vietnam, particularly in Ho Chi Minh City, the trend of “riverside living” is becoming a preferred choice for homebuyers seeking a balance between modern urban life and a resort-like environment.
Global Trend and Genuine Living Demand
According to a 2024 study by Knight Frank, a leading independent real estate consultancy in the UK, riverside properties in major global cities are priced 49% higher on average than non-waterfront properties in the same area. Beyond the “million-dollar view,” this value stems from limited land availability, unique landscapes, and superior living quality.
Knight Frank’s report highlights that waterfront properties consistently attract market interest, showing long-term value growth compared to non-waterfront real estate.
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In Vietnam, this trend is evident in major cities across all three regions, particularly in Hanoi (around the Red River, West Lake, and Hoan Kiem Lake), Da Nang (along the Han River), and Ho Chi Minh City (along the Saigon River). After rapid urbanization, many city dwellers are seeking greener, nature-adjacent living environments. Riverside projects, offering cooler climates and expansive views, are increasingly chosen by buyers seeking genuine residency rather than just investment.
From an end-user perspective, riverside properties fulfill a need for mental balance. Minh Trang (37, marketing manager) shares: “Previously, I lived in a central area with many amenities, but traffic congestion and pollution left me exhausted. Choosing a riverside home, I feel a distinct sense of peace and tranquility every morning.”
For investors, riverside real estate is seen as a secure asset. Quoc Hung (an individual investor in HCMC) notes: “Riverside apartments or townhouses typically retain value better than the general market. As land becomes scarcer, their growth potential becomes even more sustainable.”
Feng Shui, Ecology, and Urban Resort Living
In Eastern philosophy, the principle “nearest to the market, then the river, then the road” emphasizes the auspicious feng shui of riverside land, symbolizing prosperity and abundance. The presence of water enhances the living environment with fresher air, cooler temperatures, and expanded vistas.
Lifestyle-wise, riverside homes offer a resort-like experience within the city. After a stressful workday, returning home to watch the sunset over the river or stroll along the waterfront creates a balance few projects can match.
Ho Chi Minh City offers notable examples. In Thu Thiem, riverside land prices have multiplied within years, partly due to infrastructure and Saigon River views. Saigon Pearl, initially priced at $1,200/m², now exceeds $4,000/m². Similarly, Hanoi’s Vinhomes Riverside has become a model “eco-urban riverside community,” with villa values doubling or tripling over a decade.
Riverside projects offer rare advantages: cool climates, open landscapes, and urban resort experiences. Rendering of A&T Saigon Riverside—a resort-standard riverside apartment complex along the Saigon River.
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These projects share a common trait: their riverside location has become a premium market differentiator. As land scarcity increases, this distinction gains enduring asset value.
Leveraging the Saigon River’s central location, HCMC’s strategy to elevate inner-city real estate quality prioritizes riverside landscape development. Infrastructure plans—bridges connecting HCMC to Thu Dau Mot and Di An (post-2025 merger), riverside parks, and riverbus tourism routes—further boost new Saigon River projects’ appeal.
In reality, HCMC’s market is introducing new riverside projects, continuing this global trend. Riverside real estate is more than housing; it’s a lifestyle standard tied to spiritual value, feng shui, and growth potential. Many buyers willingly pay a premium for riverside homes, viewing them as investments in both present and future quality of life.
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– 07:00 23/09/2025
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