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Vietnam Cribs - $570 house in Da Nang, Vietnam

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Travis Travels Vietnam
Travis Travels Vietnam

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A detailed walkthrough of a rented house in Da Nang, Vietnam, located on the city side of the Han River away from the beach. The property features a garage, open-plan living room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a kitchen with a built-in water filter, a separate classroom for Vietnamese lessons, two bedrooms, two office spaces, and a music room. The monthly rent is 15 million Vietnamese dong (under $600), secured with a two-year lease and six months' rent paid upfront. The video explains how negotiating a longer lease and choosing a less popular area can yield better value, contrasting with the higher prices near My Khe Beach. It also includes practical advice for newcomers to Vietnam, recommending short-term leases initially before committing long-term.

Key Facts

  1. Rent is 15 million VND per month, under $600 USD.
  2. Signed a two-year lease.
  3. Located on the city side of Da Nang, away from the beach.
  4. Includes a separate classroom for teaching Vietnamese.
  5. Paid six months' rent upfront as part of the negotiation.

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