The River Thu Thiem apartment (previously marketed as The Riverin Thu Thiem) is a premium riverside development on Dai Lo Vong Cung Street in the Thu Thiem New Urban Area, offering apartments, sky villas, shophouses, penthouses and duplexes with integrated smart-home technology. With construction underway since 2019 and original handover targets between late 2021 and mid-2022, the project is now an established address in Thu Thiem. Apartment.vn lists verified units for rent and sale at The River Thu Thiem.
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The River Thu Thiem Project Overview
| Address | Dai Lo Vong Cung Street, Thu Thiem New Urban Area, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City |
| Investor | Khu Bac Thu Thiem Co., Ltd (REFICO / City Garden JSC group) |
| Architectural concept | DP Architects and PTW Ltd |
| Total area | 3.5 ha |
| Product types | Apartments, sky villas, shophouses, penthouses, duplexes |
| Construction started | 2019 |
| Original handover target | Q4 2021 – Q2 2022 |
| Ownership | Freehold (Vietnamese buyers), 50-year renewable term (foreign buyers) |
Why Choose The River Thu Thiem
The River Thu Thiem stands apart from many Thu Thiem neighbours through its larger average unit sizes and product variety — sky villas, penthouses and duplexes alongside standard apartments — combined with integrated smart-home technology throughout.
- Larger-than-average unit sizes, from 70 square metre 1-bedrooms up to 220 square metre 4-bedrooms.
- Sky villas, penthouses and duplex units not commonly offered at neighbouring projects.
- Integrated smart-home and IoT technology across units.
- Direct Saigon River position within the Thu Thiem New Urban Area.
Location and Connectivity
The River Thu Thiem sits on Dai Lo Vong Cung Street within the Thu Thiem New Urban Area, directly on the Saigon River and within the city’s planned central business district expansion:
- Direct Saigon River frontage within the Thu Thiem New Urban Area
- Short drive across Thu Thiem’s bridges to District 1’s existing CBD
- Close to other major Thu Thiem developments including The Metropole and Empire City
- Within the planned Thu Thiem riverside park and public promenade network
Neighborhood and Lifestyle
The River Thu Thiem’s marketing draws comparisons to Sydney Harbour and Shanghai’s Pudong district, positioning the project as part of a new international-standard waterfront district. Residents tend to be higher-income professionals and families drawn to the larger unit sizes and smart-home features, along with investors targeting the premium end of the Thu Thiem rental market.
Pricing and Availability
Given its larger unit sizes and premium product mix, The River Thu Thiem generally prices at the higher end of the Thu Thiem submarket. Exact per-square-metre pricing depends on product type — standard apartment, sky villa, penthouse or duplex — and Apartment.vn confirms current asking prices directly with owners before arranging a viewing.
| Unit Type | Typical Size |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | ~70 m² |
| 2 bedrooms | ~100–120 m² |
| 3 bedrooms | ~165 m² |
| 4 bedrooms | ~220 m² |
Sky villas, penthouses and duplex units are priced individually based on their specific layout, terrace size and floor, and are not captured in the standard unit-type table above — Apartment.vn can provide current pricing for these premium product types on request. As a general rule, expect a meaningful premium over a standard apartment of comparable interior floor area once a private terrace or duplex staircase is factored in.
Amenities and Facilities
- Integrated smart-home and IoT technology in every unit
- Swimming pools and fitness centres
- Landscaped riverside grounds and promenade
- Ground-floor shophouse retail and F&B
- 24/7 security and covered parking
- Sky villa and duplex units with private terraces
The smart-home system is a genuine differentiator rather than a marketing label — residents can typically control lighting, air conditioning and door access from a smartphone app, a feature still uncommon at older Thu Thiem developments built before smart-home technology became standard. Combined with the ground-floor shophouse retail, the project functions with a reasonable amount of daily convenience built directly into the site.
Who The River Thu Thiem Suits Best
The River Thu Thiem suits buyers and tenants who want larger-than-typical unit sizes, premium product types like sky villas or duplexes, and smart-home technology, making it a strong fit for families seeking more space and higher-income professionals prioritising modern in-unit technology over a smaller footprint.
Buying or Renting at The River Thu Thiem Through Apartment.vn
With construction started in 2019 and original handover targets now passed, most units are available through resale or landlord-direct rental rather than a developer sales office. Apartment.vn verifies current status and ownership before publishing any listing:
- Share your budget, preferred product type (apartment, sky villa, penthouse or duplex) and unit size.
- We shortlist verified units currently available, with real photos and confirmed pricing.
- Viewings are arranged directly with the current owner, tenant or their agent.
- For purchases, we check Pink Book status and any outstanding fees before you commit a deposit.
- For rentals, we review the lease term, deposit and included furniture before you sign.
The River Thu Thiem vs. Other Thu Thiem Developments
Compared with The Metropole and Empire City, The River Thu Thiem differentiates itself through larger average unit sizes and a wider product range that includes sky villas, penthouses and duplexes — product types not commonly available at its Thu Thiem neighbours. Buyers wanting a standard apartment at the most competitive entry price may find better value at The Metropole or Empire City’s completed towers, while those wanting extra space, a private terrace, or a distinctive smart-home package tend to prefer The River Thu Thiem.
Investment Outlook
The River Thu Thiem’s larger units and premium product mix appeal to a narrower, higher-budget tenant and buyer pool than standard Thu Thiem apartments, which can mean a longer time to lease or resell but potentially stronger rental rates once let. Investors should factor in this narrower target market when comparing expected time-to-lease against a standard 1 or 2-bedroom unit elsewhere in Thu Thiem. Sky villas and duplexes in particular tend to attract senior executives and larger families rather than the broader young-professional tenant pool that drives most Thu Thiem rental demand, so budget for a longer search when marketing these specific unit types.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The River Thu Thiem the same as The Riverin Thu Thiem?
Yes. The project was previously marketed under the name The Riverin Thu Thiem and is now known as The River Thu Thiem.
What unit types are available at The River Thu Thiem?
The project offers standard apartments (1 to 4 bedrooms), sky villas, penthouses, duplexes and ground-floor shophouses, with sizes ranging from about 70 to 220 square metres for standard apartments.
Has The River Thu Thiem been handed over?
Construction started in 2019 with original handover targets between late 2021 and mid-2022. Apartment.vn confirms the current handover and occupancy status for specific units before listing them.
Does The River Thu Thiem have smart-home technology?
Yes. Units are built with integrated smart-home and IoT technology, allowing owners to control lighting, climate and other systems digitally.
Can foreigners buy an apartment at The River Thu Thiem?
Yes, subject to the building’s foreign ownership quota, with a renewable 50-year ownership term for foreign buyers and freehold title for Vietnamese buyers.
How do I view an apartment at The River Thu Thiem?
Call Apartment.vn at 0968 339 379 with your budget and preferred product type, and we will arrange a viewing with a verified listing within days.
Is The River Thu Thiem good for families needing more space?
Yes. With standard apartments up to 220 square metres for 4 bedrooms, plus sky villas and duplexes offering additional layout options, The River Thu Thiem suits families who find typical Thu Thiem apartment sizes too compact.
For buyers and tenants prioritising space, smart-home technology and premium product variety over the lowest entry price, The River Thu Thiem remains one of the more distinctive options in the submarket. It is not the right fit for anyone shopping purely on price per square metre, but for the segment that wants a larger footprint or a sky villa terrace, few other Thu Thiem addresses offer the same combination of product types under one development.
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