Retiring in Da Nang, Vietnam: A Guide for Retirees

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

49:51 min 2026-01-08 416

Retire in BANGKOK NOT DA NANG Vietnam. Here's Why

Retired American Griff Abroad and host Evan Eh discuss why Bangkok, Thailand, is a better retirement base than Da Nang, Vietnam. Griff and his wife, both early retirees in their 40s, chose Bangkok for its affordability, central hub location for travel, and ability to escape the tourist-centric vibe they find in Da Nang. They maintain a monthly budget of under $2,000 for two people, with rent at $4...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

23:10 min 2025-12-29 2,943

We Left Florida At 60 To Retire In Vietnam | Tour Our $575 Condo in Da Nang

Mike and Muriel, an American couple retired from Miami at 60, share their experience settling in Da Nang's An Thuong neighborhood during their second extended stay. They opted out of high-rise condos to rent a two-bedroom apartment at $575 per month, choosing a walkable street over a motorbike commute. The couple emphasizes the value of scouting in person—walking blocks to snap rental signs direct...

Americans Living Abroad

6:49 min 2025-12-28 3,645

I Got Laid Off From My Six-Figure Job — Now I Live In Da Nang, Vietnam For $400/Month

Wase, a 32-year-old former engineer laid off from a Fortune 25 company in Houston, recounts how he found a slower, more peaceful life in Da Nang, Vietnam, for $400/month. After losing his six-figure job, he backpacked through Thailand, the Philippines, Japan, and Cambodia before a border run to Vietnam led him to Hoi An, where a backpacker's tip about beachside apartments for $400/month prompted a...

Tom Travels

8:56 min 2025-12-18 109

How Much I Spend a Month Living in Da Nang

A detailed breakdown of monthly living expenses in Da Nang, Vietnam, from the perspective of an expat renting a one-bedroom apartment near My Khe Beach. The video covers rent ($370/month), utilities ($45), groceries, Grab food deliveries, gym fees ($7.60/month for a local gym), haircuts ($6), motorbike rental ($3.80/day), and visa runs ($243 every 90 days). Daily costs are itemized, including coff...

The Rowland Show

19:09 min 2025-12-04 89

Hospitals and Healthcare… in Da Nang, Vietnam 🇻🇳 as a Foreigner 🇺🇸

The Rowland Show provides a firsthand look at navigating the healthcare system in Da Nang as an American expat. Seeking treatment for a shoulder injury, the host visits the international ward of a local hospital where his son was previously born. The narrative highlights the efficiency of Vietnamese medical services, where consultations, ultrasounds, and X-rays are performed back-to-back without t...

Americans Living Abroad

28:26 min 2025-12-01 8,992

72 year-old retired American lives his best life in Da Nang, Vietnam - Tour His $760 Month Condo

Michael, a 72-year-old retired American, and his wife live in a two-bedroom condo in Da Nang for $760 per month, including a management fee but excluding utilities (about $60/month for electricity and water). They chose Da Nang for its expat community, friendly locals, beaches, and affordable healthcare. Michael details his experience paying $100 out-of-pocket for a skin cancer screening and remov...

The mark side

20:27 min 2025-11-29 461

DaNang! A Successful landing for a New York Expats Retirement Adventure !

Ben, a 54-year-old New Yorker, shares his initial experiences of relocating to Da Nang for a retirement adventure. Centered in the Son Tra district just north of the bustling An Thuong area, this exploration highlights the practicalities of a 'soft landing' in Central Vietnam. The walkthrough features LIVIE Da Nang Style, a modern aparthotel located one block from My Khe Beach, showcasing a studio...

FNK Life - Franck & Kim

25:33 min 2025-11-28 19

40 days Vietnam Budget - Hoi An vs Da Nang Showdown

A retired couple shares their 40-day Vietnam budget, comparing 7 days of fast travel in Hoi An with 33 days of slow travel in Da Nang. In Hoi An, they spent £677 total, averaging £97 per day, slightly over their £94 daily budget. Accommodation at La Charm Hotel was £35 per night with an included buffet breakfast. In Da Nang, total spending was £2,032, averaging just £62 per day — well under budget...

Americans Living Abroad

20:35 min 2025-11-27 4,422

62 year-old retired American lives comfortably in Da Nang, Vietnam. - Tour His $750 Month Condo

An interview with Frank, a 62-year-old retired American executive, who moved from Los Angeles to Da Nang. He describes his life, showing his $750/month one-bedroom condo with a pool, weekly cleaning, and included Wi-Fi, and explains that total monthly expenses including electricity run about $800. He notes meal costs average $4, and contrasts this with the high cost of living in the U.S., where a ...

The mark side

22:26 min 2025-11-22 1,923

Da Nang WOW !! These Smaller Apartment, Prices are Really Crazy Low for the Quality !

This video tours four budget-friendly rental apartments in Da Nang, Vietnam, priced between 8 and 11 million VND per month ($320–$450 USD). The first stop is a 4th-floor studio in a local Son Tra street for 8 million VND, featuring a compact kitchen, bathtub, and small balcony but potential street noise. Next, a serviced one-bedroom apartment near the expat area for 11 million VND includes weekly ...

The mark side

22:42 min 2025-11-19 617

The true Cost of a day retired in Da Nang , No Guessing , Just Real Numbers !

A retiree in Da Nang documents a full day's expenses, providing a transparent breakdown of everyday costs. The video covers home repairs, a barber visit, a pharmacy run, a market trip, and meals. Key costs include a head shave at 70,000 VND ($2.80), a box of 100 ibuprofen 600mg for $6, and fresh bell peppers at 70,000 VND per kilo. The creator emphasizes the importance of negotiating prices with l...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

17:12 min 2025-11-19 707

Pros & Cons of Living in Vietnam (18 Months in Da Nang)

After 18 months in Da Nang and six years in Vietnam overall, the creator delivers a candid, opinion-driven breakdown of expat life across Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang. Da Nang is presented as a beachside paradise with affordable living—a one-bedroom near My Khe Beach rents for under $500, breakfast costs $2, and a gym membership runs $20—but the video warns of a long rainy season from Sept...

Americans Living Abroad

8:02 min 2025-11-16 4,473

57 year-old American lives the perfect retirement in Da Nang Vietnam - $350mo Apt @reneekostermans

A 57-year-old American artist shares her experience retiring in Da Nang, Vietnam, on a budget of $800–$850 per month. She rents a one-bedroom apartment with an art studio for $350, found via Facebook Marketplace after three weeks of searching. Monthly expenses include $200 for dining out and coffee and $200 for groceries. She uses Grab rideshares costing about $1.50 for 20-minute trips and walks f...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

24:57 min 2025-11-06 19,862

I live in Da Nang Vietnam for $600/MONTH rent - Take a look inside my apartment

A retired American veteran from Colorado shares his experience living in Da Nang, Vietnam, for about two months. He rents a one-bedroom, two-bathroom condo in a new building near the Dragon Bridge for $600 per month. The apartment features a full-size fridge, microwave, burner top, washer, walk-in closet, and a balcony with views of the city, Dragon Bridge, My Khe Beach, Marble Mountains, and Cham...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

39:24 min 2025-11-02 800

These Canadians Live the perfect Retirement in Da Nang Vietnam

A Canadian couple who spent seven years building a life and vacation rental business in Costa Rica share their journey of relocating to Da Nang, Vietnam, with their two teenage sons and four Chihuahuas. After a year in Bangkok, where they found the city too crowded and expensive, they traveled overland through Cambodia to Vietnam. They chose Da Nang for its balance of city amenities and beach acce...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

36:35 min 2025-10-28 507

Should I Retire in Vietnam or Thailand?

An expat interview comparing retirement and long-term living in Da Nang, Vietnam versus Jomtien, Thailand. The conversation covers cost of living, community dynamics, housing options, and lifestyle differences. Da Nang is noted for its strong coworking culture, frequent meetups, and a younger, more work-focused expat community, while Jomtien offers a more relaxed, family-oriented vibe with less in...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

20:32 min 2025-10-24 1,155

42 year old Retired Early in Da Nang Vietnam (Daily Budget)

A retired early expat in Da Nang, Vietnam, shares his monthly budget of $650-800, covering housing, food, and incidentals. He lives in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in the An Thuong neighborhood, one block from My Khe Beach, for $480 per month, including utilities and internet. His food budget is $150-250 per month, with meals at local spots like Grandma's Kitchen costing around $2-3. He w...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

22:35 min 2025-10-22 6,057

Why YOU should NEVER RETIRE in Vietnam 9 Reasons

Evan Eh! provides a candid assessment of the realities of retiring in Vietnam, moving beyond the idealized 'living like a king' narrative often seen on social media. The discussion centers on nine critical challenges, including permanent culture shock, the complexities of navigating a non-Western healthcare system, and the inherent instability of visa regulations. He highlights the logistical hurd...

Vagabond Awake

24:32 min 2025-10-22 2,055

75-Year-Old Retires in Vietnam's Middle-Class after Homeless in USA

Richard, a 75-year-old US veteran, recounts his journey from homelessness in the United States to a comfortable middle-class retirement in Da Lat, Vietnam. After five years living in a van, he relocated in 2023 with $2,000 and now lives on his $1,800 monthly Social Security. His rent of $300 includes utilities and Wi-Fi. A seven-day hospital stay for broken ribs and a lung embolism cost just $75 w...

Nomadic Klaudia

12:37 min 2025-10-21 6,620

Pros & Cons of Living in Vietnam (What No One Tells You!)

Nomadic Klaudia provides a balanced look at the realities of living in Da Nang, Vietnam, as a digital nomad and expat. Drawing from five months of personal experience, she highlights the city's exceptional safety, the genuine friendliness of locals, and the high quality of life afforded by low costs, such as $300 monthly apartment rentals and $60 scooter leases. The city is framed as a convenient ...

The Part-Time Expat

14:18 min 2025-10-18 116

What's the ACTUAL Cost of Living in Da Nang in 2025?

This update from October 2025 provides a detailed breakdown of monthly expenses for an expat couple living in Da Nang's An Thuong area. The creator, living on SSDI, shares real-world figures including rent of approximately $515 for a beach-side apartment, $165 for electricity, and $400 for dining out. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on healthcare, with a recommendation to budget $2...

The mark side

17:25 min 2025-10-18 712

Retired in Da Nang: What to do ? And What does it cost ?

A retiree living in Da Nang documents a full day of activities and expenses, providing a detailed breakdown of daily costs. The day starts with a homemade coffee for about $1, followed by feeding his dog ($2 per meal). Laundry service costs roughly $5–$6 per week at $0.40 per pound. A monthly gym membership is $16. Meals are a mix of home cooking and local eateries: a protein oatmeal breakfast at ...

Nomadic Klaudia

16:13 min 2025-10-14 2,689

He Left The U.S. to Retire in Vietnam ($500 Apartment Tour Da Nang)

Jerry, a 65-year-old retiree from Texas, shares his firsthand experience relocating to Da Nang, Vietnam, after a 30-year career in IT. The discussion centers on the practicalities of expat life, specifically comparing the cost of living and healthcare between the United States and Vietnam. Jerry highlights the significant savings found in Da Nang, where he rents a modern one-bedroom apartment near...

Evan Eh! 🇨🇦

21:44 min 2025-10-12 331

Florida Couple Chose Da Nang Vietnam to Retire Early

A couple originally from Miami Beach, Florida, shares their move to An Thuong, Da Nang, Vietnam, after visiting 110 cities across Southeast Asia. Motivated by a multiple sclerosis diagnosis and a desire to travel while healthy, they put their careers as yacht brokers on hold. They pay $550 per month for a two-bedroom condo two and a half blocks from the beach, compared to $5,000 per month for hous...

The Evan Eh! 🇨🇦 Show

51:06 min 2025-10-12 1,448

American Couple Retired Early at 55 in Da Nang Vietnam from Miami Florida

An American couple from Miami Beach, both in their late 50s, share their experience of early retirement in Da Nang, Vietnam. After an 8-month trip through 110 cities across Southeast Asia, they chose Da Nang as their base, drawn by its walkability, low cost of living, and welcoming community. They rent a two-bedroom condo in the An Thuong area for $550 per month, a fraction of the $5,000 they paid...