I Came Back to Da Nang — Here’s the Truth About Living Here Now

Carl Tomich returns to Da Nang after time in Europe to assess the city's current state in 2026. He finds that while Da Nang is not ruined, it has changed significantly due to an influx of expats and rising prices. He secured an apartment within two days by stating a budget of 400-500 Australian dollars, avoiding overpaying by not revealing a higher budget. The cost of living has increased; monthly rentals on platforms like Booking.com or Airbnb that were once 600 Australian dollars are no longer available. He notes that Da Nang is not like Bali—beaches remain clean and free of drunken crowds, and beach clubs are absent. The expat boom has brought more international residents and fitness influencers, but the city retains its modern, safe character. Carl plans to explore central Vietnam further and invites viewer questions on topics like living, dating, and finding apartments in Vietnam.

Key Facts

1. Apartment budget range in Da Nang is 400-500 AUD per month.
2. Previously, monthly rentals on Booking.com or Airbnb were around 600 AUD.
3. In Nha Trang, apartments can still be found for 300 AUD per month.
4. It took 2 days to find an apartment in Da Nang.