Transparent Costs for Renting Apartments in Đà Nẵng: Deposits, Electricity, Water, and Management Fees

A 2-bedroom apartment at Monarchy is currently listed at 17–24 million/month. However, the most common question guests ask when viewing a property isn't "how much is the rent?" — it's "what else do I have to pay besides the rent?".

This post breaks down every single cost so you can calculate the real figure before signing a contract.

Rent: Is the listed price the final price?

Not always. This is the biggest difference between units, as each one belongs to a different landlord. Some landlords are open to negotiation, while others stick to the listed price.

In return, many units offer discount policies if you pay early:

Pay every 6 months: 2% discount
Pay every 12 months: 6% discount

This figure is more significant than you might think. For a 20 million/month unit, paying 12 months in advance results in savings of tens of millions.

Security Deposit: 1 to 2 months

This depends on the specific unit. This is an amount you need to prepare upfront, in addition to the first rent payment. When the contract ends, we inspect the condition of the apartment and return the deposit — if the unit is handed back in the correct condition, it is returned in full, with no deductions.

Electricity: Calculated at residential rates

A plus point few people notice: electricity here is calculated at residential rates, not commercial rates. For long-term residents using air conditioning daily, this difference adds up to a significant amount each month.

Water: Charged by volume, tiered pricing

Water is calculated based on actual usage, using a tiered pricing system:

From 1 to 10 m³: 5.119đ/m³
Over 10 to 30 m³: 6.135đ/m³
Over 30 m³: 7.644đ/m³

You pay for what you use, with no flat fees. A single person usually only spends a few tens to a few hundred thousand per month.

Management Fee: 12.000đ/m² — and this is where it's easiest to get confused

The management fee is 12.000đ/m². However, some units include this fee in the rent, while others do not. This is why two units in the same building, with the same number of rooms, can differ by several million — looking at the price alone isn't enough.

So, what does "all-inclusive" (bao phí) mean? It means the landlord has already paid the management fee, which includes:

Free pool access
Elevator maintenance
Hallway lighting and cleaning
Lighting for common areas outside the apartment
Security and trash collection

In other words, "all-inclusive" means you can use all common amenities without any additional costs.

Internet: From 250.000đ/month

Internet starts from 250.000đ/month and up, depending on the speed you want. The good thing is that the connection is set up before you move in — no waiting on your first day.

Cleaning: Not provided, but we can refer someone

Apartments do not come with weekly cleaning services. If you need it, we can introduce you to a trusted cleaner; reference prices:

1-bedroom unit: approx. 200.000đ/session
2-bedroom unit: approx. 250.000đ/session
3-bedroom unit: approx. 300.000đ/session

Payments from abroad: Possible, and we accept foreign currency

This is a question international guests ask a lot. We accept transfers from foreign bank accounts, including cases using intermediaries like WISE or similar services.

Additionally, we accept USD, Euro, Yuan, and other foreign currencies, and we can assist with currency exchange so you don't have to find a place to do it yourself.

Lease terms and payment methods

Contracts are flexible depending on the unit: some allow rentals from 1 month upwards, while others require a minimum of 6 months. The most common payment method is every 3 months — and as mentioned above, paying for 6 or 12 months offers discounts.

What do international guests need?

Just a passport with a valid entry stamp, or a temporary residence card in Vietnam. The registration process is very fast and hassle-free.

Included Amenities: Monarchy and Hiyori

Monarchy: Free swimming pool, very large covered parking, daycare, rooftop, cafe, restaurant, pharmacy.

Hiyori Garden Tower: Free swimming pool and gym, daycare, parking.

This is also why many guests choose to stay long-term instead of renting a private house — the amenities are right in the building, so you don't have to go far.

Summary

A month in a Đà Nẵng apartment actually consists of: rent, electricity at residential rates, water by volume, management fee (or not, if the unit is all-inclusive), internet, and the security deposit paid once at the beginning.

The final figure differs mainly in two areas: whether the unit includes management fees, and whether you choose to pay every 3, 6, or 12 months.

Let us know your budget and expected rental period, and we will send you a list of suitable units with full cost breakdowns for you to compare before you go for a viewing.