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Sala 7 of 8 delivered
7 of 8 delivered

Sala Dai Quang Minh Urban Area — Thu Thiem, Thu Duc City

Đại Quang Minh Real Estate Investment JSC (THADICO / THACO Group)

7 of 8 sub-zones delivered · 1 upcoming 2027

HCMC's most complete luxury urban area — 106ha with 150ha ecological forest, yacht marina, Thiso Mall, Savills management, and pink books across all delivered phases.

💰 9,5 tỷ – 490 tỷ📏 132 triệu/m²🏗️ 7 of 8 delivered🏢 2571 units

106-hectare master-planned urban area in Thu Thiem by Dai Quang Minh (THACO Group). Comprises 7 branded residential phases — Sarimi, Sadora, Sarica, Sarina, Saroma Villa, Saritown, and Sarene — totaling over 3,700 units across apartments, compound villas, commercial townhouses, and shophouses. Anchored by a 150-hectare ecological forest park along the Saigon River, a 65-berth yacht marina, and Thiso Mall (33,000 sqm). Only 24% construction density across the entire site. Designed by Ong & Ong (Singapore) and managed by Savills. One of HCMC's most established luxury neighborhoods with pink books issued for all delivered phases.

Project news

Sarene Residence targeting official sales launch June 2026, first new Sala sub-zone to sell in a decade
Construction · Jun 2026 · sarene-residence.vn
Sarene Residence sales gallery opens April 19, 2026 — official sales launch pending
Construction · Apr 2026 · thuonghieucongluan.com.vn
Đại Quang Minh confirms 1,000+ pink books issued across Sala
Legal · Mar 2026 · hongphuland.com.vn

Neighborhood

80*
Family Score
Excellent
Family appeal is strong at Sala. VAS Sala Mega Campus — one of HCMC's top-ranked K-12 bilingual schools — sits within the development, complemented by the popular Sala Urban Park and a planned on-site Ecological Forest Park that will further strengthen outdoor access for children.
89*
Leisure Score
Excellent
Leisure options are strong throughout the compound. Thiso Mall Sala is within the development, backed by a broad range of cafés and casual dining venues distributed along the internal streets, with a planned sports complex and marina set to add further leisure depth.
57*
Convenience
Average
Daily convenience is solid within the compound. Emart Supermarket and Thiso Mall are both within the development, covering grocery and everyday retail needs; further daily retail is expected to grow as the remaining sub-zone buildout completes.
47*
Health
Average
Healthcare access is moderate. Pharmacies and dental clinics operate within the compound, but the nearest full-service hospital is Vinmec Central Park International Hospital at 2.3km — approximately a 5–8 minute drive for most residents.
61
Transit Access
Good
Transit access is bus-reliant for now — Ba Son Station (Metro Line 2) is 3.1km from the compound, while water ferry terminals on the river side are within about 2km, providing near-term cross-river connectivity.
100
Commute Ease
Excellent
27 min to Q1 Bến Thành via 172. 8 min walk to bus stop.
22
Nightlife
Below Avg
Sala has no dedicated nightlife scene. The compound operates as a residential enclave — no bars, clubs, or late-night venues are situated within the perimeter, and evening entertainment requires a trip to central Thủ Thiêm or District 1.
81
Quietness
Excellent
Noise levels inside Sala are low. The compound's internal boulevard, extensive green space, and residential layout provide natural separation from the expressway boundary, giving the development a calm character that is unusual for its central HCMC location.
* Score includes on-site amenities that are planned or under construction, not yet open.

Domo Scores™

7.5
🏠 Homeowner
Good
7.2
📈 Investor
Solid

Balanced for both homeowners and investors.

Sala is HCMC's most mature luxury compound — a 106-hectare Savills-managed enclave in Thu Thiem with an on-site bilingual school, 150-hectare ecological forest, and clean legal records across all delivered sub-zones. Buyers pay above the upper-mid peer median for the compound lifestyle and green coverage, while accepting that rental yields stay below 4% and peak-hour connectivity still depends on the Thu Thiem Tunnel rather than rail.

🏠 Homeowner
Value
6.3
Livability
8.4
Legal & delivery
7.3
Location & connectivity
7.6
📈 Investor
Value
6.3
Returns & exit
7.7
Legal & delivery
7.3
Location & demand
7.5
Why the scores differ

Homeowner: A strong homeowner choice for those who value living space, green infrastructure, and school access. The 24% construction density, 150-hectare ecological forest, and VAS bilingual K-12 school within the development are genuinely rare in HCMC's luxury segment. The tradeoffs: no on-site hospital (Vinmec Central Park is 2.3km) and peak-hour Mai Chi Tho congestion that won't ease materially until Metro Line 2 opens around 2030. Pricing sits above the upper-mid peer median — buyers are paying for the compound lifestyle and green coverage, not for relative value entry.

Investor: A solid holding asset underpinned by an active secondary market and a track record of 200–380% appreciation since 2015. The expat and C-suite tenant pool supports consistent rental demand, but yields run 2.5–4% rather than the ≥4% level that defines top-band rental investments. Four infrastructure catalysts are under active construction — Metro Line 2, the Bach Dang–Thu Thiem pedestrian bridge, Thu Thiem 4 Bridge, and the Political-Administrative Center — which supports the medium-term appreciation thesis. The key risk is concentration: Dai Quang Minh controls the immediate supply, and the premium entry price narrows the secondary buyer pool.

Price & Market

Current Market Price
132 triệu/m²
📈 +193% since launch
Unit price9,5 tỷ – 490 tỷ
Rent22 triệu – 350 triệu/mo
Launch price45 triệu/m²
Est. Rental Yield0.9%
  • 🟢 All 6 delivered sub-zones have pink books issued, with 1,000+ confirmed transfers by early 2026 — the clearest legal execution record in Thu Thiem's luxury residential segment.
  • 🟢 Four major infrastructure projects are actively under construction around the compound: Metro Line 2 (groundbreaking April 29, 2026, targeting 2030), the Bach Dang–Thu Thiem pedestrian bridge (targeting September 2, 2026), Thu Thiem 4 Bridge (targeting Q4 2028), and the Thu Thiem Political-Administrative Center (targeting 2027) — each reduces reliance on the tunnel alone.
  • 🟡 Secondary apartment prices held flat in the 30-day snapshot at around 175–240M/m² — no directional move, consistent with stable seller expectations rather than market pressure or urgency.
  • 🟡 Sarene's June 2026 primary launch at 200–250M/m² is the first new apartment supply within Sala in a decade; market absorption of ~560 units at this price level will test whether the compound premium extends to new primary pricing.
  • 🔴 Rental yields across all delivered apartment sub-zones are estimated at 2.5–4% — structurally below the ≥4% benchmark for top-tier rental investment, a known constraint at premium HCMC price points.
Last updated: June 2026

Is this a good deal?

Project Price Distance
Sala 132 triệu/m²
Masteri An Phu 50–60% less expensive Established District 2 tower cluster in An Phu — walkable street-level dining and good highway access, but a different scale and no internal ecological forest
Vinhomes Central Park 45–55% less expensive Large Vinhomes compound in Binh Thanh with Vinschool K-12 and Vinmec on-site — higher construction density than Sala but Metro Line 1 access already operational
The River Thu Thiem 15–25% less expensive CapitaLand luxury towers in Thu Thiem — similar District 1 proximity, but smaller footprint and no internal ecological forest or on-site school

Should you buy here?

Best for:
  • Affluent families who want a low-density compound with an on-site top-ranked bilingual school and large green space near District 1
  • Expatriates seeking Savills-managed security, quiet compound living, and proximity to the central business district
  • Car-owning professionals who value the 5–10 minute District 1 drive via the Thu Thiem Tunnel
Not ideal for:
  • Budget-conscious buyers — secondary market entry starts at around 9.5 billion VND and rises steeply
  • Those who need an on-site hospital or want walkable street-level dining and nightlife

Decision Factors

Strengths

  • VAS Sala Mega Campus — one of HCMC's top-10 K-12 bilingual schools — is within the development, giving families on-site international school access that is rare in HCMC's luxury compound segment
  • 150-hectare ecological forest along the Saigon River combined with 24% construction density — the most generous green-to-built ratio of any established luxury compound in HCMC
  • Pink books issued for all 6 delivered sub-zones, with 1,000+ transfers confirmed — the cleanest legal track record of any master-planned luxury community in Thu Thiem
  • Savills-managed compound with 24/7 security, consistent maintenance standards, and a low-Airbnb owner culture sustained across 10 years of occupancy

Tradeoffs

  • !Pricing is 17% above the upper-mid peer median — buyers pay a compound premium, not for relative value; secondary market entry starts at around 9.5 billion VND
  • !No on-site hospital — the nearest full-service facility is Vinmec Central Park International Hospital at 2.3km, requiring a drive at any hour

Watch items

  • ?Sarene's pink book is pending post-handover (expected late 2027); all other delivered sub-zones are already cleared — verify which sub-zone you are purchasing before assuming full legal clarity
  • ?Mai Chi Tho peak-hour congestion is unresolved until Metro Line 2 opens; the target is around 2030 but rail delivery timelines in Vietnam carry execution risk
  • ?Sarene's primary pricing of 200–250M/m² sets a new ceiling within Sala; buyers should verify recent sales absorption data before committing at this sub-zone's launch pricing

Project Details

DeveloperĐại Quang Minh Real Estate Investment JSC (THADICO / THACO Group)
Status7 of 8 delivered
Completion2027
Total Units2571
Towers13

Amenities

👨‍👩‍👧 Family: 7.3ha Sala Park, 150ha ecological forest with walking and cycling paths. International schools (BIS, AIS, EIS) within 3-4km. Children's playground at Thiso Mall outdoor area.
🏋️ Fitness: Football field with athletics track, tennis courts, golf practice range, Olympic swimming pools. Each apartment complex has its own pool and gym. Jogging and cycling trails through ecological forest.
🏖️ Lifestyle: 65-berth yacht marina on Saigon River. Thiso Mall (33,000 sqm, 200 retail units). Nguyen Co Thach commercial street with 116 shophouses. BBQ areas and community clubhouses.
🛒 Convenience: Basement parking in all buildings (2 levels). 24/7 security across entire compound. Savills property management. Shuttle bus service available.
🌳 Garden🔥 BBQ Area🧒 Play Area🔒 Security🅿️ Car Parking🎾 Tennis Court🛍️ Shopping MallShophouse Street🏍️ Motorbike Parking

Location & Commute

Sala

11 min
District 1 CBD
41 min
Tân Sơn Nhất Airport
48 min
Long Thành Airport
CBD (peak)16 min
CBD (off-peak)11 min
Airport (peak)52 min
Airport (off-peak)41 min
Long Thành (peak)53 min
Long Thành (off-peak)48 min
🚇
Metro
Ba Son Station
3.1km
🛍️
Mall
Thiso Mall Sala
Within development
🛒
Supermarket
Expected daily retail
Expected
🏫
Schools
Singapore International School Binh Than…
2.0km
🏥
Hospitals
Vinmec Central Park International Hospit…
2.3km
🌳
Park
Ecological Forest Park
Planned on-site
Major Roads
Mai Chi Tho ExpresswayNguyen Co Thach BoulevardThu Thiem TunnelThu Thiem 2 Bridge
🔇 Low Noise🌊 Moderate Flood🛣️ Near Highway

Affluent Vietnamese professionals, C-suite executives, and expatriates — predominantly from Korea, Japan, and Singapore. High owner-occupancy rate with minimal short-term rental activity. An established community with long-term residents across all delivered sub-zones, maintained to consistent standards by Savills Vietnam.

Things to consider (not deal breakers)
⚠️ Traffic
Mai Chi Tho Expressway congested during morning and evening rush hours. Thu Thiem Tunnel creates bot...
Mai Chi Tho Expressway congested during morning and evening rush hours. Thu Thiem Tunnel creates bottleneck at peak times with limited lane capacity. Northern sub-area (Sarene zone) has active construction activity.
→ Dual D1 access via Thu Thiem Tunnel and Thu Thiem 2 Bridge. Pedestrian bridge to Bach Dang Wharf under construction. Metro Line 2 under construction with Thu Thiem Station ~1km away. Thu Thiem 4 Bridge approved, connecting to Nguyen Van Linh (District 7).
🌊 Flood Risk
Thu Thiem built on elevated reclaimed land with modern drainage from the ground up. Sala has an inte...
Thu Thiem built on elevated reclaimed land with modern drainage from the ground up. Sala has an internal drainage system independent of surrounding areas. Flood risk is minimal.
→ Built on elevated reclaimed land with dedicated drainage infrastructure. No flooding history across all occupied phases.

Sub-zones

Sadora
Sadora Apartment
0 listings · 10 units
12 tỷ - 40 tỷ
136 triệu - 234 triệu/m²
2-4 BD · 82-220 m²
Delivered 2017
The most liquid apartment sub-zone in Sala — secondary resale evidence shows penthouse units at around 217M/m², 2BR at 158M/m², and 3BR at 163M/m². Rental demand is steady at 18–45M/month across bedroom types, making this the deepest resale market in the compound.
Sarene
Sarene Apartment
0 listings · 560 units
10 tỷ - 32,5 tỷ
200 triệu - 250 triệu/m²
1-3 BD · 50-130 m²
Under construction · Handover 2027
Primary-market sub-zone with launch pricing targeting 200–250M/m² for 1–3BR units — the first new apartment supply within Sala in a decade; no secondary resale comparables available yet.
Sari Town
Sari Town Shophouse, Townhouse
0 listings · 235 units
36 tỷ - 70 tỷ
3-4 BD · 112-172 m²
Delivered 2018
No active resale listings in the current tracked snapshot — commercial townhouses trade very infrequently, with historical transactions in the 37–80B VND range per unit.
Sarica
Sarica Apartment
0 listings · 175 units
19,5 tỷ - 35 tỷ
182 triệu - 219 triệu/m²
2-4 BD · 101-270 m²
Delivered 2017
Thin listing volume at the top end of Sala's resale market — 2BR units at roughly 196M/m² and 3BR at around 210M/m², with rental rates of 35–88M/month. Infrequent turnover reflects both scarcity and high asking prices.
Sarimi
Sarimi Apartment, Shophouse
0 listings · 46 units
9,5 tỷ - 17 tỷ
100 triệu - 140 triệu/m²
2-3 BD · 82-283 m²
Delivered 2016
Sala's most accessible apartment sub-zone — secondary 2BR pricing at around 120M/m² (9.5–12.5B VND total), 3BR at around 115M/m². Rental demand is active at 23–46M/month, representing the best-priced entry point within the compound.
Sarina
Sarina Apartment, Shophouse
0 listings · 47 units
10,2 tỷ - 14,5 tỷ
98 triệu - 130 triệu/m²
0-3 BD · 35-314 m²
Delivered 2019
Secondary resale evidence shows 2BR at around 118M/m² and 3BR at around 106M/m² — thin listing activity but pricing consistent with Sarimi on a per-sqm basis.
Saroma
Saroma Villa
0 listings · 241 units
125 tỷ - 490 tỷ
440 triệu/m²
4-7 BD · 322-1079 m²
Delivered 2017
Thin secondary data with the first tracked villa resale snapshot at around 598M/m² — compound villas of 322–1,079m² trade very infrequently and resale comparables are scarce.
Shophouse Nguyễn Cơ Thạch
Shophouse Nguyễn Cơ Thạch Shophouse
0 listings · 116 units
168 tỷ - 188 tỷ
4 BD · 167-200 m²
Delivered 2018
Limited secondary comparables at 140–188B VND per unit — a rare product type that very rarely appears on the open resale market.

Notable Places

Ecological Forest Park
150.25-hectare protected ecological forest along the Saigon River. Jogging paths, cycling trails, and riverside promenade spanning over 1km of waterfront.
Ecological Forest Park
Sala Marina
65-berth yacht marina on the Saigon River — the only marina within an urban residential area in HCMC.
Sala Marina
Sala Park
7.32-hectare public park with freshwater lake, flower displays, and walking paths. Open daily 4:00-23:00, free admission. Known as 'miniature Singapore' and a popular weekend destination in HCMC.
Sala Park
Sala Sports Complex
Football field with 235-lane athletics track, tennis courts, and golf practice range. Community sports hub for the Sala urban area.
Sala Sports Complex
Thiso Mall Sala
Shopping and commercial center within Sala urban area, operated by THACO Group. Retail, dining, and daily convenience services for residents.
Thiso Mall Sala

Growth Catalysts

  • 🚧Bach Dang–Thu Thiem pedestrian bridge: main pier concrete poured May 11, 2026 — accelerating to National Day September 2 target (2026)
  • 🚧Sarene Residence: Sala first new apartment sub-zone in 10 years, under construction since January 2026 (2027)
  • 🚧Thu Thiem Political-Administrative Center: groundbreaking April 29, 2026; Sun Group, 30,000B VND, 26 floors, targeting 2027 operations (2027)
  • 🚧Thu Thiem 4 Bridge: groundbreaking targeting Q4 2026, completion Q4 2028 — VND 5,063B investment approved (2028)
  • 🚀Metro Line 2 Bến Thành–Thủ Thiêm groundbreaking confirmed April 29, 2026 (5.58km, 33,000B VND, THACO BT) (2030)
  • 🚀Thu Thiem–Long Thanh Urban Railway: 47.7km airport link, groundbreaking targeting June–July 2026 (2032)
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