How attractive is Vietnam’s luxury residential segment amid global slowing trend?
Vietnam is well on the way to become Asia’s next tiger with strong economic growth, a rapidly growing middle class and relatively affordable pricing.
A latest Savills research showed that Vietnam’s prime residential segment is of great attention in comparison with regional markets like Tokyo, Singapore, Taipei, and Bangkok. 
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“New home prices in Ho Chi Minh City’s CBD now average around US$5,500-US$ 6,500/sq.m, a fraction of the eye watering levels seen in Hong Kong where prices are at all-time highs,” said Neil Macgregor, managing director Savills Vietnam.
He attributed the advantage of Vietnamese cities to higher development standards and continued strong residential demand driven by urbanization, the rapid growth of the middle class, and upgraded infrastructure.
Another reason making the prime segment prices in Vietnam competitive is that relatively low taxation, enabling investors to earn more profits.
With the distinct shortage of prime property in Vietnam’s key cities, many buyers can see the potential for significant capital gains over the longer term. Whilst in the meantime, rental yields of more than 5% represent an attractive investment versus falling returns elsewhere in the region.
Notably, the validity of the housing law since 2015 which allows foreigners to own houses in Vietnam up to 50 years has secured legal basis for the investment of international investors.
“At the luxury end of the market there is tremendous upside and opportunity for long term investment, with buyers set to benefit from potential capital appreciation as Vietnam continues its remarkable growth story,” Neil Macgregor noted.
Prices of high-end segment in Vietnam's biggest cities compared to regional peers. Chart: Savills
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The world’s city luxury home price growth slows while Vietnam luxury residential sector remains attractive to international buyers, Savills concluded.
In terms of sociology, the ultra-high net worth (UHNW) community in Vietnam posted fast growth in the 2012-2017 period. The Southeast Asian country ranks the world’s third in the growth of the UHNW (that owns assets worth US$30 million each) with 12.7% annually, according to Wealth-X’s World Ultra Wealth Report.
The move has led to a good market sentiment when it witness investment diversity and real estate sector is one of the best choice and prime segment remains the key investment portfolio.
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