The Metropole Thu Thiem · Phase 2
The Crest Residence
A 24-storey North American-style tower wrapped by a 360° pool – from 47 m² studios to 244 m² lofts, an Asia-Pacific Property Awards winner.
A phase of The Metropole
The Crest – The Metropole’s Award-Winning Residential Tower
The Crest Residence is phase 2 of The Metropole Thu Thiem, developed by SonKim Land on lot 1-13 along the arc boulevard of Thu Thiem New Urban Area. It is a 24-storey classic North American-style apartment tower with 4 retail floors and 3 basements, alongside two Grade A+ office buildings.
In 2021 The Crest won Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021 at the International Property Awards. It has 240 apartments and 21 shophouses, from 47 m² studios to 244 m² lofts – the widest range among the handed-over phases.
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Quick summary · Updated 10/2026
What Is The Crest Residence?
The Crest Residence is a 24-storey apartment tower in phase 2 of The Metropole Thu Thiem (SonKim Land), with 240 apartments and 21 shophouses, already handed over. It is the only phase of The Metropole with studios; resale prices are about 180–250 million VND/m².
DeveloperSonKim Land
LocationLot 1-13, arc boulevard, Thu Thiem New Urban Area
Part ofThe Metropole Thu Thiem – phase 2
Scale24-storey tower · 4 retail floors · 3 basements
Units240 apartments · 21 shophouses
Unit typesStudios, 1–3 BR, lofts, penthouses
AwardBest Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021
Reference price~180–250 million VND/m²
StatusHanded over
Location & connectivity
At The Heart Of The Metropole, Linked To The Underground Retail Street
The Crest is within The Metropole complex in Functional Zone 1 of Thu Thiem, next to The Hallmark and The Crest Office buildings, near the foot of Thu Thiem 2 Bridge (Ba Son Bridge).
The site connects to the underground retail street planned for Thu Thiem and the Central Square under construction; District 1 is just minutes away via Ba Son Bridge.
2 minThu Thiem Central Square
5–7 minNguyen Hue Walking Street
10 minNotre-Dame Cathedral · Ben Thanh
20 minTan Son Nhat Airport
On-site amenities
Amenities At The Crest Residence
The highlight is the 360-degree outdoor pool wrapping the building on the amenity floor, plus smart-home systems in every apartment.
360°
Wrap-around pool
An outdoor pool encircling the amenity floor – The Crest’s signature.
Smart home
Smart homes
In-apartment devices controlled over Wi-Fi.
Level 5
Amenity floor
Gym, relaxation and community spaces.
Shophouse
Podium retail
21 shophouses serving residents and office workers.
Offices
Grade A+ next door
The Hallmark and The Crest Office in the same complex.
Metropole
Shared amenities
Square, riverside park and retail across the complex.
Products & floor plans
Floor Plans And Unit Types At The Crest
Floors 6–23 hold standard apartments with 18 different two-bedroom layouts; floor 24 is reserved for lofts and penthouses – a rare supply.
Studio
~47 m²
The only phase of The Metropole with studios – low entry price.
1–2 BR
~55–100 m²
18 two-bed layouts – many choices of orientation and size.
3 BR
~120–151 m²
Family units, including corner units.
Loft · PH
up to ~244 m²
2–3 bed lofts and penthouses on floor 24.
Reference prices · Updated 10/2026
The Crest Residence Resale Prices
The Crest trades on the resale market at about 180–250 million VND/m². With studios and one-bedroom units, it is the way into The Metropole from a budget of about VND 9 billion.
| Unit type | Area | Reference price | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | ~47 m² | ~VND 9–11 bn | Estimated at 180–230 million VND/m² |
| 1–2 bedrooms | ~55–100 m² | ~VND 11–24 bn | Depends on layout and orientation |
| 3 bedrooms | ~120–151 m² | ~VND 22–37 bn | Corner units cost more |
| Loft · penthouse | up to ~244 m² | Per unit | Floor 24 only |
Price ranges are estimated from resale rates of 180–250 million VND/m² published by brokerage agencies in 2026, not an official price list.
Progress & legal status · 10/2026
Status And Legal Position Of The Crest
240apartments
24floors · 3 basements
21shophouses
2021Asia-Pacific award
Key milestones
09/2019
Launch of The Crest Residence – phase 2 of The Metropole.
02/2021
Wins Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021.
2022
Completion and handover (per distributors).
2026
Resale and rental trading.
Checks for resale purchases
- Pink book status of the specific unit
- Original sale and purchase agreement and transfer history
- Management fees and outstanding dues
- For lofts and penthouses: net floor area and terrace area
Info Realty helps verify the legal status of each unit before you place a deposit.
Sources: CBRE Vietnam (02/2021), SonKim Land information; floor plans and prices compiled by Info Realty from distributors in 2026.
Info Realty review
Is The Crest Residence Worth Buying? Pros And Things To Consider
Pros
- International award: Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific
- Studios available – the lowest entry price at The Metropole
- 360-degree pool, smart homes
- Handed over, in the heart of Thu Thiem
Things to consider
- No 4-bedroom units like The Opera
- Lofts and penthouses only on floor 24, very rare
- Some units face the courtyard rather than the river
Who is The Crest Residence for?
Great fit
Rental investors
Studios and 1-bed units rent easily to expatriates working in District 1.
Good fit
Young families
Handed-over 2–3 bed units with many layout options.
Info Realty’s view: The Crest suits buyers who want a piece of The Metropole with the most flexible budget – from studios to lofts – in a tower that won an Asia-Pacific award. Prioritise river-facing, high-floor units to hold value.
Quick answers
Frequently Asked Questions About The Crest Residence
Where is The Crest Residence?
The Crest is on lot 1-13 along the arc boulevard in Functional Zone 1 of Thu Thiem, part of The Metropole complex.
How many apartments does The Crest Residence have?
240 apartments and 21 shophouses in one 24-storey tower with 3 basements.
Does The Crest have studios?
Yes – The Crest is the only phase of The Metropole with studios, about 47 m².
What awards has The Crest Residence won?
The Crest won Best Apartment/Condominium Asia-Pacific 2020–2021 at the International Property Awards, along with several Asia-Pacific and Vietnam Property Awards.
How much does The Crest Residence cost?
2026 resale prices are about 180–250 million VND/m²; studios from about VND 9 billion.
Where are the lofts at The Crest?
The 2–3 bed lofts and penthouses are on floor 24 – the top floor of the tower.
