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Renting a Mansion in Da Nang, Vietnam for $1,700/mo... actually worth it?

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A Korean YouTuber living in Da Nang gives a tour of his 300-square-meter, four-bedroom, five-bathroom mansion in a gated community, one of the city's most expensive and quietest neighborhoods. The rent is 45 million VND (about $1,700) per month, negotiated down from 50 million by agreeing to handle renovations themselves. The house features a spacious living room with natural light, a simple kitchen with spray-painted cabinets, and a master bedroom with wrap-around balconies. However, the tour reveals several quirks: a self-locking balcony door that once trapped the owner and his wife, a laundry area in an open light well, and a tile installation error behind a faucet. The property includes a yard with fruit trees, including a water apple tree that drops hundreds of fruits weekly. The neighborhood is exceptionally quiet, with 24/7 security, and most houses are owner-occupied vacation homes. The video provides practical insights into renting luxury villas in Da Nang, including negotiation tactics and the trade-offs of having a pool versus yard space.

Key Facts

  1. Rent is 45 million VND per month (about $1,700 USD).
  2. The house is 300 square meters (about 3,500-4,000 sq ft).
  3. The house has four bedrooms and five bathrooms.
  4. The rent was negotiated down from 50 million to 45 million VND by agreeing to handle renovations.
  5. The gated community has 24/7 security guards.

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