Tay Ho Hanoi Apartment Guide for Expats

Tay Ho is Hanoi's obvious expat neighborhood—the Thao Dien of the north, but with its own beauty from the vast lake and old architecture.

Why Expats Love Tay Ho

• Hanoi's largest lake views: Quiet, better air
• Large international community: British, French, American, Japanese, Korean
• International dining: Pizza 4P's, Maison Marou, Hanoi Cooking Centre
• International schools: UNIS, BIS Hanoi, Concordia
• Cafes and art spaces

Real Rental Prices

• Studio/1-bedroom: 10-18M VND/month
• 2-bedroom: 16-30M VND/month
• 3-bedroom: 25-50M VND/month
• Villa/Penthouse: 40-100M VND/month

Tay Ho is 15-25% more expensive than other Hanoi districts but still cheaper than HCMC for comparable standards.

Notable Buildings

• Sun Grand City: Premium, lake views, large expat community
• Sky City Tower: Mid-range, premium services
• Watermark: Premium, lakeside
• Lotte Center Residences: Premium, near Ethnology Museum
• Smaller serviced apartments in side alleys

Lifestyle in Tay Ho

• Walking, cycling around the lake every morning
• Brunch at cafes like Maison de Tet Decor, The Coffee Apartment
• Shopping at Lotte Mart or Saigon Co.op
• Weekend visits to museums, Quan Hoa market

Pros

• Cleaner air than central Hanoi
• Quiet, good for long-term living
• Strong expat community, easy to make friends
• Many international restaurants

Cons

• Far from old quarter (Hoan Kiem): 20-30 minutes
• Far from airport: 45-60 minutes
• More expensive than other districts
• Limited public transport (no metro)

Who Should Choose Tay Ho

• Long-term expat families
• Those wanting strong international community
• Digital nomads seeking quiet
• Diplomats, NGO workers

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Related reading:

• Hanoi Expat Guide
• Updated Rents in Vietnam 2026