Starlake Tây Hồ Tây – Premium Planned Township in Hanoi
THT Development Co. (Daewoo E&C)
1 of 3 sub-zones delivered · 2 upcoming 2027
Hanoi's largest Korean-developed planned township — 186 hectares with a 64% green and water ratio, on-site international schools, a 4.5-hectare regulation lake, and government designation as the capital's new ministerial hub. No other western Hanoi township combines this scale, greenery ratio, and Daewoo construction quality.
💰 7,39 tỷ – 49,72 tỷ📏 195 triệu/m²🏗️ 1 of 3 delivered
186-hectare master-planned urban area at the Tây Hồ Tây (West Lake West) gateway of Hanoi, developed by THT Development — a wholly owned subsidiary of Korea's Daewoo E&C. The township combines 603 luxury apartments across three 24-floor towers (H9 CT1) with detached villas, semi-detached houses, and townhouses, anchored by a 4.5-hectare regulation lake and on-site international schools. Building density is capped at 36%, leaving 64% of the site to green space, parks, and water. Starlake was designated by the Hanoi government as a new administrative hub for thirteen central ministries.
Project news
The Prime Starlake (K8HH1): handover targeting June 1, 2027 per developer payment schedule
Construction · Jun 2027 · starlake-hanoi.com
Neighborhood
75
Family Score
Good
Family appeal is exceptionally strong. Two international schools — Dewey West Lake (primary and secondary) and Horizon International Bilingual School (Cambridge curriculum, kindergarten through secondary) — are planned within the township boundary, eliminating school commutes entirely for resident families; Everest School, one of Hanoi's top K-12 private school systems, is under 400 m away, and Starlake Park is within the development for everyday green play.
80*
Leisure Score
Excellent
Leisure options in and around the township are exceptionally deep. A popular fitness center within walking distance anchors active residents, and a broad spread of cafés and casual dining spots in the surrounding blocks gives the neighborhood genuine day-to-day social variety.
69
Convenience
Good
Daily convenience is very strong. Multiple bank branches operate within and immediately around the township for routine financial needs, MM Mega Market Thăng Long is 1.5 km away for major grocery and wholesale shopping, and daily retail is expected to come on-site as the project reaches full build-out.
68
Health
Good
Health access is strong. Specialist and general-practice clinics cluster within the immediate vicinity — including pediatric and dental options — and Thu Cuc International General Hospital, one of Hanoi's top hospitals, is 2.3 km away for inpatient and emergency care.
65
Transit Access
Good
Bus stops are within a short walk at the township perimeter, servicing multiple city routes. Chùa Hà Station on Metro Line 3 is 2.6 km away; Metro Line 2's C3-Tây Hồ Tây station is under construction within the township boundary and targets 2029 operation, which would provide a walk-to-rail connection directly from the project.
62
Commute Ease
Good
53 min to Hoàn Kiếm Lake via E11. 12 min walk to bus stop.
23
Nightlife
Below Avg
There is no dedicated bar or club district in the immediate area. Karaoke rooms and casual evening venues are scattered within a 10-15 minute walk of the township perimeter — enough for low-key evenings but not a nightlife destination.
50
Quietness
Average
Noise exposure at this project is high. Phạm Hùng — the primary access arterial — generates sustained traffic noise at the project perimeter, and scattered bar and karaoke venues in the surrounding blocks add to the ambient level, particularly in the evenings.
* Score includes on-site amenities that are planned or under construction, not yet open.
Domo Scores™
7.6
🏠 Homeowner
Good
7.3
📈 Investor
Solid
Balanced for both homeowners and investors.
The flagship Korean-developed township in Hanoi — 186 ha of low-density green living, two planned on-site international schools, and Daewoo build quality, at the cost of a 30-45 min peak-hour drive to the CBD. Metro Line 2's C3 station under construction within the township is the defining 2029 catalyst that would shift that commute trade-off entirely.
🏠 Homeowner
Value
7.1
Livability
8.1
Legal & delivery
7.3
Location & connectivity
7.6
📈 Investor
Value
7.1
Returns & exit
7.3
Legal & delivery
7.3
Location & demand
7.5
Why the scores differ
Homeowner: A strong homeowner choice in the Hanoi luxury segment. Starlake's 186-ha township at 36% density — with a 4.5-ha regulation lake, two on-site international schools (Dewey West Lake and Horizon International Bilingual School), and an indoor heated pool — delivers living quality that few Hanoi peers can match at this green ratio. The honest tradeoff is Phạm Hùng's 30-45 min peak-hour congestion and high ambient noise; Metro Line 2's C3 station within the township boundary (under construction, targeting 2029) is the event most likely to resolve the main commute disadvantage.
Investor: A solid income-and-hold investment anchored by institutional land use. H9 CT1 trades actively on the secondary market at 130-178M/m², and Korean and diplomatic tenants provide a reliable — if modest — yield of roughly 2-3%. According to CBRE Broker (May 2026), the Starlake cluster is projected to receive an additional 500,000 sqm of office supply by 2030, which deepens the corporate tenant base over time. The Metro Line 2 C3 station under construction within the township is the key capital-gains catalyst targeting 2029; The Prime Starlake delivery in 2027 will absorb some near-term demand without changing the long-run land-value thesis.
Price & Market
Current Market Price
195 triệu/m²
📈+39% since launch
Market range
130 triệu – 220 triệu/m²
Unit price
7,39 tỷ – 49,72 tỷ
Rent
23 triệu – 88 triệu/mo
Launch price
140 triệu/m²
Est. Rental Yield2.3%
•🟢 Government ministerial hub designation creates a price floor most western Hanoi projects lack — institutional land-use anchors of this scale are not reversible.
•🟢 H9 CT1 resale trades at a steady premium — delivered high-floor apartments in a low-density gated township with fixed supply hold value well in the current Hanoi secondary market.
•🟢 According to CBRE Broker (May 2026), the Starlake cluster is projected to add +500,000 sqm of office supply by 2030, led by IFC Hanoi B3CC1, B3CC2-A, and further pipeline — cementing western Hanoi as the capital's second major office cluster and deepening the corporate tenant base for residential units.
•🟡 The Prime Starlake (K8HH1) adds new primary apartment supply targeting handover in mid-2027, which could temporarily absorb some resale demand from H9 CT1 during the delivery window.
•🔴 Phạm Hùng congestion limits daily appeal — the luxury premium is most defensible for residents with a school or corporate anchor that offsets the commute, and less so for buyers without that anchoring need.
Is this a good deal?
🟢 ~13% cheaper than comparable projects
Project
Price
Distance
Starlake
195 triệu/m²
—
Heritage West Lake
165 triệu/m²
2.2 km
Ciputra Hanoi
305 triệu/m²
2.5 km
Noble Crystal Tay Ho
200 triệu/m²
3.1 km
Should you buy here?
Best for:
✓Expat families in Korean and Japanese corporate networks who prioritise green space, security, and on-site schools over CBD proximity
✓Families with children enrolled at Dewey West Lake or Horizon International — the on-site school anchor makes the commute trade-off rational
✓Senior Vietnamese professionals and business owners seeking a low-density gated township with long-term land value stability
Not ideal for:
✗Daily commuters to Hoàn Kiếm or Hai Bà Trưng — the 30-45 min peak-hour trip via Phạm Hùng adds friction every working day
✗First-time buyers on a budget — resale apartments start above 12 billion VND and primary The Prime Starlake pricing begins at 170M/m²
✗Buyers relying on public transit today — the nearest metro station is 2.6 km away until the on-site C3 station opens in 2029
Market Trends
Starlake holds a stable premium in the western Hanoi luxury market, anchored by fixed supply and institutional backing; the Metro Line 2 C3 catalyst within the township is the most material near-term repricing event, with 2029 as the current target.
Decision Factors
Strengths
✓64% green space and water across 186 ha at 36% building density — one of the highest green ratios in Hanoi residential development, with a 4.5-ha regulation lake as the central water feature
✓Two international schools planned within the township boundary — Dewey West Lake (primary and secondary) and Horizon International Bilingual School (Cambridge curriculum) — eliminating daily school commutes for resident families
✓Daewoo E&C construction standard with gated face-ID smart-card security and 24/7 perimeter management — a tier-1 Korean developer finish that underpins long-term asset quality
✓Government designation as Hanoi's new administrative hub for 13 central ministries creates a durable price floor and sustained institutional demand that most western Hanoi projects lack
Tradeoffs
!Phạm Hùng peak-hour congestion delivers a 30-45 min drive to Hoàn Kiếm CBD — the most tangible daily friction for residents without a school or office anchor inside or near the township
!On-site retail and F&B is limited — most grocery runs and restaurants require driving outside, a notable gap for a township of this scale
Watch items
?Metro Line 2 C3-Tây Hồ Tây station is under construction within the township targeting 2029 operation — this is the single most impactful variable for daily commute and resale value; construction delays are possible and buyers should monitor progress
?Pink books for The Prime Starlake (K8HH1) are expected after handover (targeting June 2027) — buyers should confirm the developer's current delivery schedule and pink-book processing timeline before committing
?Adjacent public roads are prone to surface flooding after heavy rain — verify your specific gate's approach-road conditions during the wet season before purchase
Project Details
Developer
THT Development Co. (Daewoo E&C)
Status
1 of 3 delivered
Legal Information
Construction Permit
Approved
Pink Book
Partial
Legal Notes
H9 CT1 (Phase 1, 603 apartments across 3 towers) fully delivered and pink books issued for all apartments and villas. The Prime Starlake K8HH1 (Phase 2, 284 apartments across Tower E and Tower F) holds its own approved construction permit; pink books expected post-handover (targeting June 2027). Low-rise products (villas, townhouses, shophouses) sold under long-term residential ownership. Searched: starlake so hong, starlake giay phep xay dung, THT Development phap ly.
Amenities
Pets🌳 Garden🔥 BBQ Area🧒 Play Area🔒 Security🅿️ Car Parking🎾 Tennis Court🏀 Basketball CourtShophouse Street🏍️ Motorbike Parking⚽ Multi-Purpose Court
Location & Commute
Starlake
18 min
Hoàn Kiếm CBD
39 min
Nội Bài Airport
CBD (peak)
27 min
CBD (off-peak)
18 min
Airport (peak)
42 min
Airport (off-peak)
39 min
🚇
Metro
Chùa Hà Station
2.6km
🛍️
Mall
3D Indoor Golf Simulator
Planned on-site
🛒
Supermarket
Expected daily retail
Expected
🏫
Schools
Dewey West Lake
Planned on-site
🏥
Hospitals
Bệnh Viện Mắt Ánh Sáng
Nearby
🌳
Park
Starlake Park
Within development
Major Roads
Phạm Hùng — primary western arterial connecting to Belt Road 3 and the National Highway 32 corridorĐỗ Nhuận — internal spine road through the project coreNguyễn Văn Huyên extended — connects south to Cầu Giấy and the CBDThăng Long flyover — direct link to Nội Bài Airport bypassing city-centre traffic
🔇 Moderate Noise🛣️ Not Near Highway
A mix of senior Vietnamese professionals, business owners, and expat families — particularly Korean and Japanese nationals affiliated with Daewoo and the broader Korean corporate network in Hanoi. The township's scale, on-site international schools, and gated smart-card security attract families prioritising green living and safety over CBD proximity. A growing component of diplomatic tenants and ministry-affiliated households reflects the government hub designation.
Things to consider (not deal breakers)
⚠️ Traffic
Phạm Hùng is the primary access route and backs up substantially during peak hours, particularly at ...
Phạm Hùng is the primary access route and backs up substantially during peak hours, particularly at the intersections with Khuất Duy Tiến and Trần Duy Hưng. Most destinations in central Hanoi require navigating through or around the Belt Road 3 interchange.
→ Multiple gates with alternative exits via Đỗ Nhuận and Nguyễn Văn Huyên extended reduce dependence on Phạm Hùng alone. The internal road grid is designed for low-density mixed-use traffic.
🌊 Flood Risk
The Tây Hồ Tây area sits on relatively low-lying ground west of West Lake. Internal township roads a...
The Tây Hồ Tây area sits on relatively low-lying ground west of West Lake. Internal township roads are elevated above surrounding public streets, but adjacent public roads can experience surface flooding after heavy rain.
→ Township internal drainage connects to a planned stormwater network. Villa pads are elevated and building podiums provide additional first-floor flood margins.
The most liquid sub-zone with documented secondary trading at 130-178M/m²; rental listings range 23-88M/month depending on size and floor. Resale supply is thin relative to a township of this profile, supporting price stability. Pink books have been issued.
Shophouse secondary values are high — resale transactions documented at 380-600M/m² (typical ~490M/m²), reflecting the commercial premium of proximity to the ministerial cluster. Rental income ranges 45-120M/month per unit. Thin sample size warrants independent verification of comps.
Primary pricing at 170-220M/m² (typical ~195M/m²) across 1-4 bedroom and penthouse units; total prices range 7.4-49.7 billion VND by bedroom count. No secondary resale market has formed yet — buyers should independently verify comparable pricing before committing.
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Notable Places
3D Indoor Golf Simulator
Five-screen 3D golf simulator inside the Phase 1 amenity centre — a high-end residential amenity not commonly found even at the luxury segment in Hanoi. Allows year-round indoor play without driving to an external course.
Dewey West Lake
International school within the township boundary (Lot H3-LC), serving primary and secondary levels. One of two branded schools inside Starlake, eliminating daily school commutes for resident families.
Horizon International Bilingual School
Bilingual Cambridge International curriculum school inside the Starlake boundary, running from kindergarten through secondary. A second distinct school brand within the project, giving families a curriculum choice without leaving the township.
Indoor Heated Pool
Four-season indoor heated pool in the Phase 1 amenity centre — rare among Hanoi residential projects where most outdoor pools close through the cool winter months. Paired with a spa and fitness facilities within the same building.
Starlake Regulation Lake
4.5-hectare artificial lake at the centre of the township — one of the larger on-site water features in Hanoi residential projects. Doubles as a scenic focal point and stormwater regulation basin, with walking paths running around the perimeter.
Growth Catalysts
🚧Hanoi Ring Road 4 parallel road system targeting Q2/2026 opening; full expressway by 2027-2028 (2026)
🚧Hanoi Metro Line 2 (Nam Thang Long - Tran Hung Dao) breaks ground — Tay Ho Tay station (C3) serves Starlake directly (2029)
🚀Hanoi approves 30,151 billion VND project to widen 6 roads around West Lake to 21-24m width (2030)
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This area scores 80 for Leisure Score · 75 for Family Score
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