What is the average cost of housing in Vietnam?
If you are thinking about moving to Vietnam, cost of living in probably a key consideration. Expats commented about the cost of housing...
"Vietnamese love good living, food, style, high tech gazettes and travelling in vacation with family. Their average renting apartments are well equipped with all amenities and facilities. Love them they will help out of way. You can stay at cheapest hostels to lavish apartment depends on your budget. You will always feel like king in Vietnam. They are friendly and helpful. Welcome their smile with smile. You can get shelter at minimum 100 USD per month to no maximum limit for villa," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Vietnam.
"Housing cost is much lower than in Europe; my house rental (include my office) is 150 US$, electricity, water and gas and cable TV is around 150 US$; food cost me about 400 US$ / month. I don't eat meat a lot; price for pork for instance, doubled since 1 year ago. 1 night partying cost me around 100 US$ (Whiskey or cognac, soft drinks and tip for the waitress)," commented one expat who made the move to Phan Thiet, Vietnam.

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What is the average cost of housing in Vietnam?
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