This post is for people about to move to Da Nang who need to know how much to set aside for housing. Rents change with the season and from one place to the next, so instead of giving a fixed number, this post shows you how to read a price properly and which costs to ask about. A survey of prices by area will be added once we have verified figures.
What rent depends on
- Type of place: a rented room, a studio or mini apartment, a one-bedroom apartment, a two-bedroom apartment. Within the same area, the gap between types is usually bigger than the gap between areas.
- Location: the closer to the centre and to the beach, the more expensive. Further from the centre, near industrial zones or student areas, prices are softer.
- Furniture and amenities: air conditioning, hot water, a kitchen, a balcony, windows, motorbike parking, a lift.
- Length of lease: a long lease (6 to 12 months) is usually cheaper than a short stay, especially in the serviced apartments along the coast.
- Season: in the summer tourist season, prices along the coast tend to creep up; the rainy season is when it is easier to negotiate.
Five groups of areas to compare
Since 1 July 2025 Da Nang no longer has districts, and its wards have been reorganised, so this post uses familiar area names instead of the old district names.
- Centre (around the Hàn River): very convenient for work, markets and food; prices are above average and parking is often limited.
- Sơn Trà and An Thượng coast: lots of serviced apartments and many foreigners; prices move with the tourist season.
- Ngũ Hành Sơn: close to the beach and the universities; usually cheaper than the Sơn Trà coast.
- Liên Chiểu, Hòa Khánh: student and industrial areas, usually the cheapest.
- Cẩm Lệ, Hòa Xuân: newer, quiet areas, further from the centre.
For a more detailed comparison of each area, see Where to live in Da Nang.
Costs on top of rent
- Electricity: charged at the state rate (tiered) or at a rate set by the landlord. See also setting up electricity, water and internet.
- Water, rubbish collection, internet, parking, service or management fees.
- Deposit: usually 1 to 2 months’ rent; the conditions for getting it back should be written clearly in the deposit agreement.
Negotiating tips
- Ask for the total monthly cost (rent + electricity + water + other fees), not only the room price.
- Offer a longer lease in exchange for a lower rent or for some service fees being waived.
- Visit during the day and at night; any drawbacks you find (noise, flooding, poor light) are fair reasons to ask for a discount.
- A price far below similar places in the same area is a warning sign; see rental deposit scams.
- Before paying a deposit, go through the viewing checklist.
Frequently asked questions
Where should students rent in Da Nang?
Choose an area near your school to save on transport: Hòa Khánh and Liên Chiểu for the universities in the north-west, Ngũ Hành Sơn for those in the south. Visit in person before paying a deposit.
Is renting an apartment by the beach in Da Nang expensive?
It is usually more expensive than other areas and varies with the season. A long lease and careful questions about service fees can cut the total cost considerably.
How much is a rental deposit usually?
Most commonly 1 to 2 months’ rent. The amount is agreed between both sides and should be written clearly in the deposit agreement.
Where should I look for a place?
You can look through community groups, classified ad sites or Danara Rentals. Whatever the channel, meet in person and see the place before sending any money.
This post is a reference guide, not a price quote. Actual prices vary by property and over time; confirm them directly with the landlord.