Real estate gains momentum from urban expansion
Following the expansion of its development space Ho Chi Minh City is emerging with new growth hubs centred on industry high technology finance and logistics creating new opportunities for the a href https vir com vn search enginer html p search amp q real 20estate real estate a market while also placing greater demands on infrastructure
At the 2026 Real Estate Forum in Ho Chi Minh City, experts highlighted real estate's growth fueled by urban expansion. CBRE Vietnam's Dung Duong reported a near sixfold increase in industrial land and warehouse stock in the former Binh Duong area, boosting investment options. In the housing sector, capital is moving towards suburban areas, creating diverse price points.
Primary apartment prices in the expanded city average VND76 million ($2,900) per square meter, compared to $3,500 per sq.m in the former city. Prices in the secondary market average around $2,400 per sq.m. Experts forecast prices may stabilize from 2026 as supply rises, with international financial centers driving capital into the market.
To unlock the potential of new growth hubs, the city needs a well-connected infrastructure network, including expressways, ring roads, metro lines, urban railways, seaports, and free trade zones. Housing demand is transitioning towards urban developments, mixed-use projects, and multi-generational housing. By 2026, satellite urban areas are expected to grow, moving towards an "all-in-one city" model with living, working, shopping, and essential services within reach.
Experts also noted the importance of transit-oriented development, where infrastructure helps shape the city rather than just serving it.
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