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Long-Term Housing Search: how it works in Vietnam — first-hand

Short answer
Foreigners typically secure property through 50-year renewable leases, which often lack inheritance rights and require careful vetting to avoid scams. Use local platforms like Chotot and Facebook Marketplace for searches, while directly confirming pet policies or property details with owners to ensure accuracy.

From real experience

Foreigners in Vietnam typically acquire property through long-term leases (up to 50 years, renewable) rather than outright ownership, and these leases usually do not include inheritance rights.
For property searches, it is recommended to utilize specialized real estate chat groups or Facebook platforms. Caution is advised due to potential scams involving advance payments; verified experts are typically identified in pinned messages within relevant chat groups.
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Finding pet-friendly accommodation in Vietnam (apartments or hotels) is challenging.
While apartments might be easier, hotels often have stricter rules. Even if properties state 'pets allowed,' it's crucial to contact the owners or administration directly to confirm specifics, as online information may not always be accurate.
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When searching for 2-bedroom apartments in Hanoi near the beach at a reasonable price, users should utilize online search functions within rental platforms.
Filtering options can significantly narrow down choices, though the availability might decrease once all desired criteria are applied.
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Suggest local platforms for finding long-term accommodation in Phan Thiet/Mui Ne, Vietnam, specifically mentioning 'chotot.vn' as a Vietnamese equivalent to Avito.
Advise users to utilize such platforms for various rental needs, including villas and potentially motorbike rentals if direct contacts are lost.
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When searching for long-term apartment rentals in Vietnam, consider both the Chotot platform and Facebook Marketplace.
Evaluate the security and prevalence of scams on Chotot, and compare it with the user experience and reliability of Facebook Marketplace for finding accommodation.
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