Retiring in Da Nang, Vietnam: A Guide for Retirees

Why Hello There with Dr Mark Sabean

10:25 min 2026-04-08 97

DA NANG VS PHUKET IS THAILAND STILL THE CHEAPEST RETIREMENT HAVEN IN SOUTH EAST ASIA?

This opinion-led video argues that Phuket remains a strong retirement haven despite recent rent increases in Da Nang. The host, a former realtor, showcases five to six Phuket rental listings found on Facebook Marketplace, ranging from $300 to $460 per month. Units include studios and one-bedrooms in Kathu, Patong, and Phuket Town, many with pools, gyms, and fully equipped kitchens. He contrasts th...

Vagabond Awake

22:19 min 2026-04-08 1,788

Da Nang Vietnam Today-They left America 34 years ago-How they pay for life

Dan and Shauna, an American couple, moved overseas in their mid-20s and spent 30 years teaching abroad in Saudi Arabia, Malaysia, and Singapore before retiring. They currently split their time between Maine and Southeast Asia, spending months at a time in Da Nang, Vietnam. In this interview from their Da Nang apartment, they explain how they live on roughly $1,500–$2,000 per month while renting an...

Retire Da Nang

7:49 min 2026-04-08 263

Australian v Vietnam Living Expenses for Pensioners Doing It Tough

An Australian expat accountant and economist in Da Nang presents a detailed cost-of-living comparison for pensioners struggling financially in Australia. The video breaks down monthly budgets for a lower-to-middle-income couple, showing that living in Australia costs approximately $3,800 to $4,300 per month, while Da Nang costs $1,700 to $3,500. Key savings include food and groceries ($400-$700 vs...

The mark side

14:26 min 2026-04-06 758

I Finally Found the PERFECT Apartment in Da Nang 🇻🇳

A Da Nang high-rise apartment tour shows a three-bedroom unit on a high floor (20–35th) with panoramic views of Son Tra Peninsula and Hai Van Pass. The apartment features floor-to-ceiling windows, built-in screens, a modern kitchen, a laundry room, and balconies. The landlord is a resident Korean who maintains the property well. Rent is 27 million VND per month (~$1080), and the creator considers ...

Gunner Goes Global

16:21 min 2026-04-06 613

DA NANG Cost of Living 2026 🇻🇳 (Honest Monthly Breakdown)

A detailed breakdown of monthly living expenses in Da Nang, Vietnam, based on the creator's personal experience as an expat. The video covers rent, food, transportation, healthcare, entertainment, and personal care, comparing prices to those in Florida, USA. A one-bedroom apartment in a popular expat area like An Thuong costs $450–$650 per month, with utilities adding about $4 for water and variab...

Vagabond Awake

24:43 min 2026-04-04 19,481

American Retires in Da Nang on Only Social Security

Ed, a 64-year-old American retiree, lives in Da Nang on a monthly budget of $1,000 from Social Security. He recommends the My An neighborhood for its walkability and proximity to downtown. Ed stays in hotels rather than apartments, negotiating monthly rates that range from $250 in the off-season to $340 during peak season. He criticizes claims that $500 a month is sufficient, arguing that amount l...

Gunner Goes Global

39:34 min 2026-04-01 933

Inside Da Nang’s FIRST Assisted Living Home (EXCLUSIVE Tour!)

Gunner from Gunner Goes Global provides an exclusive tour of Thien Tam An, Da Nang's first private assisted living and retirement home. The video explores the facility's diverse care levels, ranging from independent living to 24/7 medical support for bedridden residents. Viewers get a detailed look at private and shared room options, common dining areas, a library, and specialized amenities like a...

The mark side

12:28 min 2026-03-28 452

“Don’t Move to Da Nang Until You See These Rent Prices in 2026”

A walkthrough of a two-bedroom apartment at the Altera Suites (Four Points Sheraton building) on Da Nang's beach boulevard, highlighting that rental prices have surged 40-50% over five months. The 75-square-meter unit on the 27th floor rents for 32 million VND ($1,250 USD/month) with ocean views, a full kitchen, and access to a rooftop pool and gym. Real estate agent Tony Lam notes limited invento...

Nomad Nest

27:53 min 2026-03-25 1,008

Chiang Mai vs Da Nang | Expat Life Comparison

This video compares Da Nang, Vietnam, and Chiang Mai, Thailand, from the perspective of an expat who has lived in both cities. It covers cost of living, accommodation, food, coffee culture, community, transportation, healthcare, and visa options. Da Nang offers a modern coastal lifestyle with beach access, newer apartments, and a more dynamic atmosphere, while Chiang Mai provides a calmer, mountai...

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...

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...

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...

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...

That Girl Sara

13:57 min 2026-03-01 3,429

I Flew My Dad To Vietnam For Healthcare After His MRI Was Cancelled in England

A British expat in Da Nang shares how she brought her father from England to Vietnam for a prostate MRI after repeated NHS cancellations. The father, who has BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia), had his appointment canceled three or four times by the NHS. In Da Nang, they booked an appointment online at the General Hospital's international clinic, where English-speaking staff and a urology consulta...

Tom Travels

22:30 min 2026-02-27 709

Apartment Hunting in Da Nang - Top Tips

This video follows a couple touring multiple apartments in Da Nang and Hoi An to compare rental options and uncover common pitfalls. They explore neighborhoods such as An Hai, Hoa Xoan, Son Tra, and Hoi An's old town, examining units ranging from a $420 one-bedroom duplex to a $1,200 penthouse. Key red flags include deceptive agent photos, unfinished units shown as completed, lack of natural light...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

18:31 min 2026-02-16 233

Get Your Vietnam E-Visa First Try in 2026! 🇻🇳

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide to applying for a Vietnam e-visa, emphasizing common mistakes that lead to denial or airport issues. The creator advises applying early, double-checking all fields against your passport, and always selecting the full 90-day validity. The official government portal (evisa.gov.vn) charges $25 for single entry or $50 for multiple entry; third-party agents a...

That Girl Sara

8:04 min 2026-02-11 479

House / Apartment Hunting in Da Nang, AGAIN?!

Sara and her father tour a two-bedroom apartment in Da Nang, beginning the search for long-term accommodation for her parents who plan to spend a year living in Vietnam. The video focuses on the criteria that matter for settling rather than backpacking: natural light, noise levels, build quality, and livability. The apartment viewed features a long corridor, separate lounge, built-in air condition...

LAFTEE

20:37 min 2026-02-03 402

They Don't Like US? Is It Safe in Da Nang, VIETNAM?

Two American retirees, Mike and Tim, share their experiences living in Da Nang, Vietnam. Both moved for affordability, with Mike citing his fixed Social Security income and Tim his construction retirement. They describe Da Nang as safe, friendly, and stress-free, contrasting it with the political tension and high costs of the US. Neither has encountered any animosity related to the Vietnam War; in...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

21:26 min 2026-01-30 617

Da Nang Vietnam Got Expensive? 🇻🇳 Retire Here Instead

Phu Quoc offers a seasonal retirement option with spectacular dry-season weather and an international airport, but beachfront housing is expensive and healthcare is limited to routine care. Vung Tau provides affordable oceanfront living with proximity to Saigon's hospitals and the upcoming Long Thanh airport; one-bedroom condos rent for around $400. Ho Chi Minh City suits active singles who want s...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

31:07 min 2026-01-24 1,712

🇻🇳 SKIP THE VISA RUN! How to Live and Retire in Vietnam on a Long Term Visa

This video provides a comprehensive guide to obtaining long-term visas for living in Vietnam, specifically targeting expats and retirees who want to avoid frequent visa runs. The creator, Evan, explains that the 90-day e-visa is only an entry-level option for tourists, not a permanent solution. He outlines several legitimate pathways to long-term residency, including obtaining a work permit and Te...

Why Hello There with Dr Mark Sabean

19:09 min 2026-01-24 93

The Real Reason Expats Choose Phuket Over Da Nang

A creator with five years on Phuket and two months in Da Nang compares the two as retirement havens. Da Nang is praised for its beauty, affordability (estimated $800–$1,000/month living costs), and a welcoming expat community where he made more friends in two months than in five years on Phuket. The Hai Van Pass is highlighted as a world-class motorbike route. However, the creator prioritizes fina...

Chris Around The World

14:23 min 2026-01-24 11

My First Impressions of Da Nang In 2026

The creator returns to Da Nang for the first time since 2024 and shares his updated impressions. He highlights the city's continued growth, with new hotels, restaurants, and coffee shops appearing everywhere. The centerpiece is Da Nang's 30 km beach, primarily My An and My Khe sections, which offer a wide boardwalk popular for walking, jogging, and cycling. In January, waves were too large for swi...

Why Hello There with Dr Mark Sabean

19:07 min 2026-01-23 56

PHUKET THAILAND VS DANANG VIETNAM WGICH IS THE SAFER RETIREMENT HAVEN IN 2026?

A retiree with five years on Phuket and two months in Da Nang compares the two as retirement havens, focusing heavily on safety. Da Nang wins on affordability—$800–$1,000 USD per month—and a welcoming expat community where he made more friends in two months than in five years on Phuket. However, he argues Phuket is far safer regarding theft: he recounts having 500,000 VND stolen from his hotel roo...

The Part-Time Expat

13:38 min 2026-01-21 504

Our New Apartment in Sơn Trà, Da Nang | Expat Life in Vietnam 2026

A married couple gives a detailed tour of their rented apartment in the Sơn Trà district of Da Nang, secured in November 2025. They share how they personalized the space with inexpensive modifications from Shein and a local market, such as subway-tile wall stickers, window screens, a filtered shower head, and tinted windows to manage the morning sun. The monthly rent is 14.5 million VND (about $55...

Americans Living Abroad

11:46 min 2026-01-11 8,680

73 year-old American couple lives the perfect retirement in Southeast Asia

A retired American couple married for 51 years describes how they access affordable healthcare across Southeast Asia while slow-traveling in full retirement. In Da Nang, Vietnam, they paid about $150 for dental replacement teeth, $8 for a joint teeth cleaning, and roughly $11 per cavity filling at a modern, English-speaking clinic. They contrast these costs with a $60,000 U.S. back surgery bill pa...