Living in Da Nang: A Guide for Expats and Digital Nomads

Joose the Nomad

12:09 min 2026-03-21 728

Da Nang Got Expensive - Still Worth It? (Vietnam 2026)

Da Nang, Vietnam, in 2026 has seen price increases, but remains a worthwhile destination for digital nomads and expats. Accommodation costs have risen, with one-bedroom apartments now around $500-$700 per month and two-bedroom units up to $880, though high-end resort stays are still relatively affordable. Food remains excellent value, with local dishes costing 190,000 VND and trendy cafe meals aro...

Social Samy Walks

16:41 min 2026-03-21 126

Da Nang Beach Update Today 🌊 What’s Happening at My Khe Beach?

This real-time walking tour provides a candid update on conditions at My Khe Beach in Da Nang, Vietnam, during a period of sunny weather. The creator walks from the An Thuong neighborhood to the beach, showing the current state of the water, sand, and beach clubs. The ocean is described as rough but clean and blue, a significant improvement from the previous week's erosion that had required sandba...

David & Kim

21:16 min 2026-03-20 438

Is Da Nang Building a New Tourist Beach?

David documents the interior finishing of his Da Nang house and notices a new Da Nang Beach sign replacing the 10K sign near Son Tra Peninsula. He speculates about future tourism development at the local fishing beach, noting the nearby port relocation and resort plans. The vlog shows plastering, tile installation, and waterproofing on the third floor and rooftop, with progress on bathrooms and th...

Queen of DC

11:40 min 2026-03-20 141

Daily Life Living in Da Nang, Vietnam

A day-in-the-life vlog captures the creator's routine in Da Nang, Vietnam, from morning coffee to evening socializing. The video opens with a walk to a local café for a Himalayan pink salt coffee (42,000 VND), then explores the city, noting a newly opened McDonald's. Lunch is Indian cuisine with friends, followed by a visit to a Vietnamese hair factory to inspect hair products. The evening include...

Alex Pear

23:38 min 2026-03-19 26

The Reality of Renting an Apartment in Da Nang (2026) 🇻🇳

A first-time visitor to Da Nang documents a full day of apartment hunting in the city center, revealing a competitive rental market where units are booked within minutes. The video follows multiple viewings of newly built studios and one-bedroom apartments, with prices ranging from 9 million to 15 million VND per month. The renter encounters fully booked rooms, agents showing the same property to ...

Tom Travels

9:17 min 2026-03-15 81

Living in Hoi An vs Da Nang in 2026 (Pros and Cons)

A detailed comparison of living in Hoi An versus Da Nang, based on the creator's personal experience after relocating from the city to a riverside house in Hoi An. The video covers practical downsides of Hoi An, including flood risks (up to 2 meters of water in late 2025), high humidity (90%), insect and wildlife intrusions, less stable power grid, and higher prices for restaurants and Grab rides ...

Powell Lumor

22:50 min 2026-03-15 121

I Walked Into This at 10 PM in Da Nang....Saturday Night In Da Nang Beach Bars 🇻🇳

A Saturday night walkthrough of Da Nang's beach bar scene, filmed on March 14, 2026, around 10 PM. The creator visits Maya, a bar in the An Thuong area near My Khe Beach, capturing the atmosphere with live music, social interactions, and a moderate crowd. The video shows the creator meeting other expats and travelers, including a Nigerian on vacation and a Ghanaian-Swedish resident who has lived i...

That Girl Sara

12:58 min 2026-03-15 1,405

I Have to Leave My Apartment in Da Nang, Let's See What's Available...

A British expat living in Da Nang for nearly a year decides to move out of her current apartment due to persistent construction noise from the building and nearby bars. She vlogs three apartment viewings in the city, each with different trade-offs. The first is a three-bedroom unit with a mold smell and thin walls where neighbor noises are audible. The second, on the 31st floor, offers a panoramic...

BIRDIE & BAMBAM

20:13 min 2026-03-15 179

Hue to Da Nang | Gay Couple's Alternative Life of Full-Time Travel in Vietnam

This video follows a gay couple's return to Da Nang, Vietnam, after a month in Hue as part of their full-time nomadic travels. The episode includes crossing the Hai Van Pass, visiting an essential oil factory, and exploring an apartment rental. The content emphasizes Da Nang's suitability for the couple as long-term travelers.Key FactsThe couple returned to Da Nang after a month in Hue.The video i...

Queen of DC

26:38 min 2026-03-15 414

Da Nang Apartment Prices Are Getting Insane (Vietnam) — WATCH Before You Move or Visit!

Da Nang's rental market has tightened significantly in 2026, driven by a surge in tourism and international arrivals. Basic studios without windows now start at $300–$400, mid-range apartments with balconies run $500–$700, and luxury units at buildings like Filmore begin at $900. The creator, a three-year resident, reports that quality housing is scarce and competition fierce, with decent apartmen...

The Part-Time Expat

19:57 min 2026-03-14 1,606

Retired in Da Nang: Our Monthly Budget Breakdown | Expat Life in Vietnam 2026

A retired couple shares a detailed monthly budget breakdown for living in Da Nang, Vietnam. The couple's average monthly expenses total around $2,300, including $550 for a one-bedroom apartment near My Khe Beach, $70 for electricity, $275 for groceries, and $515 for dining out and food delivery. They spend $235 monthly on Grab rideshares instead of owning a scooter. Healthcare costs, including med...

Social Samy Walks

19:24 min 2026-03-14 116

Da Nang Is Back! Sunshine & Life Return to the Streets ☀️

Da Nang is emerging from a rainy period, with sunshine returning and the city coming back to life. The video explores the Barrett Urban Zone, a new food court area with various dining options, and notes that while some units remain unrented, the area is finished. The neighborhood behind the M Hotel, once dirty and smelly, has improved significantly. A new bar called Cheers is opening, and a vegeta...

David & Kim

20:39 min 2026-03-13 430

Real Estate Prices in Vietnam Are Getting Insane | House & Office Tour

David and Kim provide a detailed look at the shifting real estate landscape in Da Nang, highlighting a significant surge in rental prices as the city enters peak tourism season. The couple visits their own house construction site to document progress on structural elements like double-brick soundproofing and custom architectural slats, while noting the logistical quirks of local construction cultu...

The mark side

17:23 min 2026-03-13 153

From Traveler to Restaurant Owner in Vietnam | Da Nang Food Tour Finale -part 3

On the final episode of a three-part Vietnam food tour, we sit down with Dan, a British expat who moved to Vietnam at 22, and his Vietnamese wife Loan. The couple runs nine restaurant locations across Da Nang and Hoi An, including Bikini Bottom, East State, and Poke Bowl. The interview explores their journey from a single street-food cart to a growing restaurant group, the philosophy of hiring and...

Travis Travels Vietnam

7:29 min 2026-03-12 644

Why It’s So Hard to Find an Apartment in Da Nang

Finding a quality apartment in Da Nang is increasingly difficult due to high demand and limited supply of well-maintained units. A persistent problem is mold, driven by year-round humidity that rarely drops below 75%. The rainy season from September to December exacerbates the issue. The video demonstrates a practical hack: connecting a dehumidifier to a 20-liter water jug via a tube, allowing con...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

33:19 min 2026-03-12 199

VIETNAM: MY WORST TRAVEL NIGHTMARE!

A Canadian traveler in Ho Chi Minh City recounts a devastating traffic accident on his first day in Vietnam, suffering a double leg fracture after being hit by two scooters near Ben Thanh Market on New Year's Eve. The incident led to emergency care at FV Hospital (Franco-Vietnamese Hospital) where he underwent surgery costing approximately $10,000 USD, covered by travel insurance. Now wheelchair-b...

Social Samy Walks

14:43 min 2026-03-11 103

What’s the Situation in Da Nang Now? 🇻🇳 Walking Tour Update

A walking tour through Da Nang's An Thuong district on a rainy day, focusing on current conditions including sidewalk quality, construction, and gas prices. The creator observes that gas prices hover around €1 per liter, with no signs of panic buying or queues unlike in Thailand. He notes that sidewalk conditions remain poor, forcing pedestrians to walk on busy streets, which he considers a potent...

Rumavi

10:38 min 2026-03-10 13

HCMC vs. Hanoi vs. Da Nang: Where to Invest in 2026?

Alexander Linton, founder of Rumavi and a Chartered Accountant with extensive Southeast Asian investment experience, provides a sophisticated analysis of Vietnam's real estate landscape in 2026. Moving beyond the view of Vietnam as a single market, he breaks down the distinct investment logics for Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Da Nang. Ho Chi Minh City is framed as an infrastructure timing play fol...

Benjamin Löhndorf

35:25 min 2026-03-09 70

Moving to the Best Location in Da Nang!

Benjamin Löhndorf announces his move to a new apartment in Da Nang, motivated by a desire to be in a prime location for social opportunities. He explains that while his current apartment is fine, he wants to live in an area where he can walk 20 meters to a cafe and be surrounded by people, particularly women he might meet in person rather than through dating apps. The new apartment is on a quiet s...

Powell Lumor

21:42 min 2026-03-09 44

I Am Super Confused........ Weirdest Time In Da Nang🇻🇳 Today (Part 2)

On a cloudy and rainy day in Da Nang, the creator shares a personal and reflective vlog about his life as a foreign entrepreneur living in the city. He discusses the challenges of running his own business, the reality of an unpredictable income, and the stress that comes with it, contrasting it with a stable 9-to-5 job. The video offers practical advice for those considering a move to Vietnam, emp...

Tom Travels

12:24 min 2026-03-08 166

Our $600 House in Vietnam (Hoi An Tour - Worth it?)

A digital nomad and expat shares the experience of moving from Da Nang to Hoi An, renting a two-bedroom house with a mezzanine office for $600 USD per month. The video provides a full interior tour, a detailed breakdown of rent and utility costs, and a walkthrough of the local neighborhood, including cafes, grocery spots like Moon Milk, and proximity to Hoi An Old Town and Cua Dai beach. The conte...

Social Samy Walks

22:20 min 2026-03-08 108

Da Nang Beach Walk Today 🌤 Weather Check & My Khe Beach Update | Vietnam Walking Tour

A real-time walking tour along My Khe Beach in Da Nang, Vietnam, captures the current weather and beach conditions. The creator notes that despite weather apps predicting rain, the day is warm with sun and a pleasant breeze, ideal for a beach visit. The ocean is rough and not swimmable, though surfers are active. The video highlights ongoing construction at a beach club, which is expected to impro...

The Isaiah Ashley Show

32:13 min 2026-03-07 1,614

He Left America at 27 to Live in Vietnam's Beautiful Beach City Da Nang | $250/Month Rent

Dominic, a 27-year-old musician from Los Angeles, moved to Da Nang, Vietnam, four months ago to reduce his living expenses while building his internet income. He rents an apartment in a local area for $250 per month and spends about $2.60 per day on local food, such as chicken over rice and pho. His monthly motorbike rental is $53. Dominic uses a local bank account (Teemo) for QR code payments and...

David Huling

4:54 min 2026-03-06 16

What $1,500 a Month Gets You in Da Nang Vietnam

A detailed breakdown of monthly expenses for a single person living in Da Nang, Vietnam, on a budget of approximately $1,500. The video covers fixed costs such as rent ($400, soon moving to a $200 studio), utilities ($50), phone ($5 for local, $85 for US plan), and internet ($5). Living costs include food ($500 for two people), coffee ($40), and transportation ($30, mostly walking and Grab). Lifes...

Nomad Nest

25:50 min 2026-03-06 4,566

Living in Da Nang for $700 | Real Expat Life

A $700 monthly budget in Da Nang, Vietnam, covers a comfortable expat lifestyle including a private studio apartment, utilities, weekly cleaning and laundry, regular local meals, specialty coffee, health insurance, visa costs, and social activities. The video breaks down real expenses based on personal experience, with the key insight that staying a short walk inland from My Khe Beach dramatically...