SonKim Land · Functional Zone 1, Thu Thiem
The Metropole Thu Thiem
A 7.6 ha riverside complex at the foot of Ba Son Bridge, facing District 1 – four luxury residential phases: The Galleria, The Crest, The Opera and The OpusK.
Overview · 4 phases
The Metropole – The First Riverside Mixed-Use Complex In Central Thu Thiem
The Metropole Thu Thiem is an apartment, office and retail complex developed by SonKim Land on about 7.6 ha in Functional Zone 1 of Thu Thiem New Urban Area, right at the foot of Thu Thiem 2 Bridge (Ba Son Bridge) and looking straight across to central District 1.
The project has been developed in four phases, each a named residential precinct: The Galleria, The Crest, The Opera Residence and The OpusK. The first three have been handed over and trade on the resale market; The OpusK is the final phase and is under construction.
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Quick summary · Updated 10/2026
What Is The Metropole Thu Thiem?
The Metropole Thu Thiem is a 7.6 ha complex by SonKim Land at the foot of Ba Son Bridge with four residential phases: The Galleria (handed over), The Crest (handed over), The Opera Residence (handed over) and The OpusK (under construction). Resale prices are typically around 180–350 million VND/m²; The OpusK is sold at developer prices of about 255–450 million VND/m².
DeveloperSonKim Land
LocationFunctional Zone 1, Thu Thiem New Urban Area – foot of Thu Thiem 2 Bridge
Scale~7.6 ha · 4 phases
PhasesThe Galleria · The Crest · The Opera · The OpusK
Product typesApartments, penthouses, lofts, shophouses, offices
ManagementHighgate (SonKim Land)
Reference price~180–350 million VND/m² (resale)
Status3 phases handed over · The OpusK under construction
OwnershipFreehold for Vietnamese · 50 years for foreigners
Location & connectivity
At The Foot Of Ba Son Bridge, Facing District 1
The Metropole sits in Functional Zone 1 – the core of the Thu Thiem peninsula – right at the foot of Thu Thiem 2 Bridge, which lands directly on Ton Duc Thang Street in District 1. It is next to the Thu Thiem Central Square being built by Sun Group and the riverside park.
Residents can reach Nguyen Hue Walking Street and Notre-Dame Cathedral within minutes, or follow Mai Chi Tho Boulevard to Thao Dien, An Phu and the HCMC – Long Thanh – Dau Giay Expressway.
2 minThu Thiem Central Square
5–7 minNguyen Hue Walking Street via Ba Son Bridge
10 minNotre-Dame Cathedral · Ben Thanh
20 minTan Son Nhat Airport
On-site amenities
Shared Amenities At The Metropole
Each phase has its own podium and amenity floors, plus retail, offices and a public square shared across the whole complex.
Pools
Infinity pools
The Galleria has a mineral-salt infinity pool; The Crest has a 360-degree pool wrapping the building.
Highgate
Premium management
SonKim Land’s own property manager, with a resident community app.
Offices
Grade A offices
The Hallmark, The Crest Office and The OpusK offices within the same complex.
Retail
Podium shophouses
Restaurants, cafés and shops in the podiums of each phase.
Gym · Spa
Wellness
Gym, yoga, sauna and jacuzzi in the residential phases.
Riverside
Park & square
Next to the riverside park and Thu Thiem Central Square.
4 phases · updated 10/2026
The Residential Phases Of The Metropole Thu Thiem
Each phase is a different product in height, unit size, handover status and price. Compare them quickly to pick the one that fits your needs.
Phase 1
The Galleria Residence
Three 12-storey towers (Hermitage, Louvre, Prado) in a U-shaped layout – almost all 456 apartments face the Saigon River.
Handed over from 2021 · resale
Phase 2
The Crest Residence
A 24-storey North American-style tower with 240 units from 47 m² studios to 244 m² lofts; winner of Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021.
Handed over · resale
Phase 3
The Opera Residence
Two 24-storey towers, Scala and Massimo, with the largest units in the project (4-bed up to 276 m²), duplexes and sky villas; managed by Highgate.
Handed over · resale
Phase 4
The OpusK Residence
The tallest residential tower of the project, about 150 two- to four-bedroom units, developer prices around 255–450 million VND/m².
Under construction · SPA signing
Reference prices · Updated 10/2026
The Metropole Thu Thiem Prices By Phase
Prices differ clearly between phases: The Galleria, The Crest and The Opera trade on the resale market at about 180–350 million VND/m²; The OpusK is sold under sale and purchase agreements at developer prices of about 255–450 million VND/m².
| Phase | Status | Reference price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Galleria | Handed over | 1-bed from ~VND 6.5 bn · 2-bed from ~VND 12 bn | 3-bed from ~VND 15 bn · 4-bed from ~VND 22 bn |
| The Crest | Handed over | ~180–250 million VND/m² | Has studios – lowest entry price |
| The Opera Residence | Handed over | ~180–350 million VND/m² | Large units, duplexes, sky villas |
| The OpusK | Under construction | ~255–450 million VND/m² | 2-bed from ~VND 19.5 bn (developer price 04/2025) |
Prices compiled from brokerage agencies and developer price lists; resale prices vary with floor, river view and furnishing.
Progress & legal status · 10/2026
Progress And Legal Status Of The Metropole
7.6 hacomplex size
4residential phases
3phases handed over
2021first handover
Key milestones
12/2018
Launch of The Galleria (phase 1).
2019–2020
Launch of The Crest and The Opera Residence.
02/2021
The Crest wins Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021.
2021
Handover of The Galleria begins.
2022–2023
Handover of The Crest and The Opera Residence (per distributors).
04/2025
Prices announced for The OpusK – the final phase.
2026–2027
Construction and completion of The OpusK.
Checks before buying
- Pink book (ownership certificate) status of each resale unit
- The specific phase and tower – each phase has its own legal file
- Highgate management fees and any outstanding dues
- For The OpusK: sale and purchase agreement, payment schedule, bank guarantee
Info Realty helps verify the legal status of each unit before you place a deposit.
Sources: CBRE Vietnam (02/2021), SonKim Land project information, floor plans and prices compiled by Info Realty from distributors 2025–2026.
Info Realty review
Is The Metropole Thu Thiem Worth Buying? Pros And Things To Consider
Pros
- Prime central Thu Thiem location at the foot of Ba Son Bridge, facing District 1
- SonKim Land – a boutique developer with many international awards
- Three phases already handed over, so you can see the real product
- Wide choice: from studios at The Crest to sky villas at The Opera and luxury units at The OpusK
- Next to the Thu Thiem Central Square under construction
Things to consider
- High price level, 180–450 million VND/m²
- Resale units with good river views are scarce
- Figures for each phase differ between sources – check against the actual inventory
- The OpusK is still under construction
Who is The Metropole Thu Thiem for?
Great fit
Buyers who want to move in next to District 1
Choose The Galleria, The Crest or The Opera, all handed over.
Good fit
Buyers seeking a new luxury asset
The OpusK – the tallest phase, at developer prices.
Info Realty’s view: At The Metropole the right question is “which phase”: The Galleria offers consistent river views and a lower entry price; The Crest has studios and many size options; The Opera offers space and special unit types; The OpusK suits buyers who want the newest, tallest product. Info Realty compares specific units against your budget.
Quick answers
Frequently Asked Questions About The Metropole Thu Thiem
Where is The Metropole Thu Thiem?
It is in Functional Zone 1 of Thu Thiem New Urban Area (former District 2), Ho Chi Minh City, right at the foot of Thu Thiem 2 Bridge (Ba Son Bridge), opposite central District 1.
Who is the developer of The Metropole Thu Thiem?
The project is developed by SonKim Land and managed by Highgate, SonKim Land’s property management arm.
What phases does The Metropole have?
Four phases: The Galleria (phase 1), The Crest (phase 2), The Opera Residence (phase 3) and The OpusK (phase 4).
Which phases of The Metropole have been handed over?
The Galleria began handover in 2021; The Crest and The Opera Residence have been handed over and trade on the resale market. The OpusK is under construction.
How much do apartments at The Metropole Thu Thiem cost?
Resale prices are typically around 180–350 million VND/m² depending on the phase; one-bedroom units at The Galleria start from about VND 6.5 billion. The OpusK sells at developer prices of about 255–450 million VND/m².
Which phase of The Metropole should I choose?
For consistent river views and a lower entry price: The Galleria; for studios and varied sizes: The Crest; for large units, duplexes and sky villas: The Opera; for the newest premium product: The OpusK.
What awards has The Metropole won?
The Crest Residence won Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021 at the International Property Awards, along with several Asia-Pacific and Vietnam Property Awards.
Can foreigners buy apartments at The Metropole?
Yes. Foreigners may own apartments for up to 50 years within the legal quota; Vietnamese buyers own them long-term.
