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

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

Under construction · Pre-sale

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.

🏗️ Construction · 2027🏢 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.

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Pre-Launch Project · 2015
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News & Updates

Metro Line 2 (Bến Thành - Thủ Thiêm section) groundbreaking April 2026, 6.2km underground, completion 2030
Infrastructure · Apr 2026 · vtcnews.vn
HCMC International Financial Center launches Phase 1 at Thủ Thiêm — 9.2ha core, $7B total investment
Infrastructure · Apr 2026 · baochinhphu.vn
Sarene Residence breaks ground January 13, 2026 — first new Sala apartment phase in a decade
Construction · Apr 2026 · vnexpress.net
Thu Thiem 4 Bridge approved for groundbreaking Q4 2026 — 2.16km, 5,063B VND, connects Sala to District 7
Infrastructure · Apr 2026 · tuoitre.vn
Sarene Residence expected at 200-250M/m² — would establish new price ceiling for Sala, 30-50% above Sarica
Price · Apr 2026 · sarene-residence.vn
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69
Lifestyle Score
Good
Daily convenience: dining, shopping, entertainment, transit access
61
Family Score
Good
Family suitability: schools, hospitals, parks, safety

Quick Verdict

8.1
🏠 End-user
Good
7.9
📈 Investor
Good

Balanced for both end-users and investors.

HCMC's benchmark luxury urban area — 8+ years of proven livability, 150ha ecological forest, and 5 min to D1. Three infrastructure catalysts breaking ground in 2026 reinforce the long-term thesis. Sarene launch tests whether the market will pay 200-250M/m². Tradeoff: steep entry from 5.5B+ and retail density still developing.

Is this a good deal?

Project Price Distance
Empire City Thu Thiem 110-200M/m² resale Adjacent to Sala, newer with 88-story Cove tower but less mature community
The Metropole Thu Thiem 180-200M/m² SonKim Land project, premium product but smaller scale and younger community
Masteri Thao Dien 65-90M/m² resale More vibrant neighborhood with better retail and F&B, lower price but denser and noisier

Score Breakdown

🏠 End-user
Risks
7.5
Value for money
7
Livability & family fit
8.3
Location & connectivity
8.2
Legal confidence
8.8
Quality & amenities
8.5
Why the scores differ

End-user: Strong project (8.0-8.9). Sala is HCMC's most established luxury urban area — 106ha with 8+ years of proven livability, 150ha ecological forest, Savills management, pink books issued for all delivered phases, and 5-10 min to D1. Held back by expensive entry (min 5.5B), limited retail density, and peak-hour traffic on Mai Chi Tho. Genuinely above-average for owner-occupier livability.

Investor: Strong project (8.0-8.9). Proven 200-380% appreciation since 2015 with strong legal clarity and multiple future catalysts (Metro Line 2, Thu Thiem Financial District). Pink books across delivered phases provide strong exit certainty. However, current entry prices are high (70-250M/m²), rental yield is modest at 3-4%, and Sarene at 200-250M/m² represents a pricing test for market absorption. Excellent downside protection but not a value entry.

Should you buy here?

Best for:
  • Affluent families wanting established, quiet compound with exceptional green space near D1
  • Expats seeking Savills-managed property with international school access (BIS, AIS, EIS within 3-4km)
  • Nature-oriented buyers — 150ha forest, yacht marina, Olympic pools, cycling/jogging trails
  • Sadora 2BR at ~5-7B: best value entry into Sala with lake views and pink book
Not ideal for:
  • Buyers with budget under 5 billion VND — nothing available at that price
  • Those wanting vibrant street-level dining, nightlife, or walkable retail — still developing
  • Buyers needing frequent hospital access — nearest quality hospital (FV) is 8km away

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 150ha ecological forest along Saigon River
  • 5-10 min to D1 via tunnel
  • Pink books issued, strong legal clarity
  • Savills-managed, low noise, low Airbnb
  • 24% density — exceptionally spacious for HCMC

Cons

  • Entry price minimum 5.5 billion VND
  • Mai Chi Tho congested at peak hours
  • Limited F&B and retail density
  • Nearest quality hospital 5-8km away

Unit Types

2BR
2 Beds · 2 Baths · 82–111 m²
5,5 tỷ - 18 tỷ
Rent: 16 triệu - 30 triệu/mo
Young families
3BR
3 Beds · 2 Baths · 102–160 m²
9 tỷ - 28 tỷ
Rent: 22 triệu - 38 triệu/mo
Growing families
Townhouse
3 Beds · 2 Baths · 112–144 m²
55 tỷ - 150 tỷ
Rent: 90 triệu - 150 triệu/mo
Growing families
Villa
3 Beds · 2 Baths · 322–1079 m²
240 tỷ - 700 tỷ
Growing families

Project Details

DeveloperĐại Quang Minh Real Estate Investment JSC (THADICO / THACO Group)
ConstructionConstruction
Completion2027
Total Units2571
Towers13

Legal Information

Launch Date2015
Handover2027
Construction Permitapproved
Pink Bookpartial
Legal NotesSarimi, Sadora, Sarica, Sarina all delivered with pink books issued (2016-2019). Saroma villas and Saritown also have pink books. Sarene (north sub-district) under construction, handover expected Nov 2027. All long-term ownership.

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

Map

Sala

5-10 min
CBD
30 min
Airport
CBD (peak)15-25 min via Thu Thiem Tunnel or Bridge 2
CBD (off-peak)5-10 min
CBD (motorbike)8-12 min
Airport (peak)35-50 min
Airport (off-peak)25-30 min
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Metro
1 km
🛍️
Mall
Thiso Mall Sala 0.2km
🏫
Schools
3 nearby
🏥
Hospitals
3 nearby
Major Roads
Mai Chi Tho ExpresswayNguyen Co Thach BoulevardThu Thiem TunnelThu Thiem 2 Bridge
🔇 Low Noise🌊 Low Flood✈️ No Flight Path🛣️ Not Near Highway🏠 Low Airbnb

Affluent Vietnamese professionals, C-suite executives, and expats (Korean, Japanese, Singaporean). High owner-occupancy rate with low Airbnb presence. Established community with long-term residents across all delivered phases. Savills property management ensures consistent compound standards.

🏫 International Schools
  • British International School (BIS) — 3km
  • Australian International School (AIS) — 3.5km
🏥 Hospitals
  • FV Hospital (District 7, ~8km)
  • Thu Duc City Hospital (~5km)
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.
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This area scores 69 for Lifestyle Score · 61 for Family Score

Phases

Sadora
Sadora
0 listings · 621 units
5,5 tỷ - 16 tỷ
70 triệu - 115 triệu/m²
2-3 BD · 88-205 m²
Delivered
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Sarene
0 listings · 560 units
10 tỷ - 30 tỷ
200 triệu - 250 triệu/m²
Construction
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Sarica
0 listings · 175 units
13 tỷ - 32 tỷ
130 triệu - 195 triệu/m²
2-3 BD · 101-270 m²
Delivered
Sarimi
Sarimi
0 listings · 414 units
8 tỷ - 18 tỷ
95 triệu - 140 triệu/m²
2-3 BD · 82-283 m²
Delivered
Sarina
Sarina
0 listings · 233 units
8,7 tỷ - 16,5 tỷ
97 triệu - 114 triệu/m²
2-3 BD · 89-145 m²
Delivered
Sari Town
Sari Town
0 listings · 235 units
55 tỷ - 150 tỷ
380 triệu - 1,05 tỷ/m²
112-144 m²
Delivered
Saroma
Saroma
0 listings · 177 units
190 tỷ - 800 tỷ
550 triệu - 1 tỷ/m²
322-1079 m²
Delivered
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Shophouse Nguyễn Cơ Thạch
0 listings · 116 units
140 tỷ - 190 tỷ
810 triệu - 1,1 tỷ/m²
167-173 m²
Delivered

Growth Catalysts

  • 🚧Metro Line 2 Ben Thanh — Thu Thiem (6km, 6 underground stations) (2030)
  • 🚀Thu Thiem 4 Bridge (Nguyen Co Thach — Nguyen Van Linh, 2.16km) (2028)
  • 🚧HCMC Political-Administrative Center in Thu Thiem (30 stories, 7.84ha) (2028)
  • 🚀Thu Thiem International Financial Center (proposed 99-story, 500m tower) (2030)
  • 🚧Pedestrian Bridge Bach Dang Wharf — Thu Thiem (720m, steel arch) (2026)
  • 🚧Sarene Residence — 1,200 units, first new Sala phase in 10 years (2027)

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