Refico · CII · Thu Thiem
The River Thu Thiem
525 luxury apartments on the Saigon River, facing District 1 – handed over, with long-term pink books for Vietnamese owners.
Luxury apartments · Handed over
The River – Three Rivers, One View Of District 1
The River Thu Thiem is a luxury apartment project developed by the joint venture of City Garden (a Refico member) and CII at 23 Tran Bach Dang, lots 3-15 and 3-16, Functional Zone 3 of Thu Thiem New Urban Area, with almost 100 m of Saigon River frontage looking straight across to central District 1.
The project has three towers named after famous rivers – Seine (12 storeys), Thames and Hudson (18 storeys) – with 525 apartments, including 12 penthouses and 12 Pool Villas with private pools. A “fishbone” layout gives most units a view towards the river.
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Quick summary · Updated 10/2026
What Is The River Thu Thiem?
The River Thu Thiem is a 525-unit luxury project by Refico (City Garden) and CII at 23 Tran Bach Dang, Thu Thiem, handed over since 2022. Resale prices in 2026 are typically around 180–300 million VND/m²: one-bedroom units from about VND 10 billion, two-bedroom units about VND 15.5–27 billion and penthouses from about VND 60 billion.
DeveloperCity Garden (Refico) & CII joint venture
Location23 Tran Bach Dang, lots 3-15 & 3-16, Thu Thiem New Urban Area
Scale3.5 ha (phase 1: 15,378 m²)
TowersSeine 12 floors · Thames 18 floors · Hudson 18 floors
Units525 units · 12 penthouses · 12 Pool Villas
DesignDP Architects – “fishbone” layout
Resale price~180–300 million VND/m² · from ~VND 10 bn
HandoverSince 2022
OwnershipFreehold for Vietnamese · 50 years for foreigners
Location & connectivity
Saigon River Frontage, Facing District 1
The River sits on Tran Bach Dang Street – the riverside axis of the Thu Thiem peninsula – in Functional Zone 3, next to The Metropole and close to the Thu Thiem Central Square being built by Sun Group.
Residents reach District 1 in a few minutes via Thu Thiem 2 Bridge or the Saigon River Tunnel, or follow Mai Chi Tho Boulevard to Thao Dien, An Phu and the HCMC – Long Thanh – Dau Giay Expressway.
3–5 minDistrict 1 via Thu Thiem 2 Bridge
5 minThu Thiem Central Square
10 minThao Dien · An Phu metro station
25 minTan Son Nhat Airport
On-site amenities
Resort-Style Amenities At The River
On-site amenities are already operating, concentrated on the Hudson amenity floor and the landscaped grounds between the towers – a big advantage over Thu Thiem projects still under construction.
50 m
Infinity pool
Resort-style pool with a children’s pool and sun deck.
Gym · Spa
Wellness
Gym, yoga and spa for residents.
Clubhouse
Private leisure
Private cinema, golf simulator, billiards and clubhouse.
BBQ
Outdoor gardens
BBQ area, children’s playground, walking paths and fountains.
24/7
Lobby & security
Residents’ lobby, 24/7 reception and multi-layer security.
F&B
Restaurants · café
Retail podium in the Hudson tower with restaurants and cafés.
Products & floor plans
Apartment Types At The River
The product mix focuses on two- and three-bedroom family units, plus penthouses and Pool Villas that are rare in the Thu Thiem market.
1 BR
100 units · ~56–64 m²
For singles, couples or rental to expatriates.
2 BR
177 units · ~76–94 m²
The most popular type, many with river views.
3 BR
180 units · ~119–140 m²
The largest group, for families of 4–5.
4 BR · PH · Villa
44 4-BR · 12 PH · 12 Pool Villas
4-bed ~185 m²; penthouses and Pool Villas with private pools, very limited.
Reference prices · Updated 10/2026
The River Thu Thiem Resale Prices 10/2026
The River has been handed over, so it trades mainly on the resale market. Prices in 2026 are typically around 180–300 million VND/m² depending on tower, floor and river view; units facing District 1 directly command clearly higher prices.
| Unit type | Area | Asking price | Monthly rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 56–64 m² | VND 10–14.5 bn | VND 23–30 m |
| 2 bedrooms | 76–94 m² | VND 15.5–27 bn | VND 29–40 m |
| 3 bedrooms | 119–140 m² | VND 21.5–36 bn | VND 40–65 m |
| 4 bedrooms | ~185–203 m² | VND 45–62 bn | VND 80–130 m |
| Penthouse | from ~185 m² | from ~VND 60 bn | negotiable |
| Pool Villa | — | about VND 65–80 bn | negotiable |
Reference asking prices from brokerage agencies in 10/2026, not completed transactions; actual prices depend on tower, floor, view and furnishing.
Progress & legal status · 10/2026
Status And Legal Position Of The River
525apartments
3towers
~100 mriver frontage
2022first handover
Key milestones
2022
Completion and start of handover to residents.
2023–2025
Amenities in operation; a community of residents and expatriate tenants forms.
2026
Active resale market driven by Thu Thiem infrastructure and the Central Square.
Checks for resale purchases
- Pink book status of the specific unit (issued or pending)
- Original sale and purchase agreement, appendices and transfer history
- Outstanding management fees and the 2% maintenance fund
- Furnishing condition and any existing lease (if buying with a tenant)
Info Realty helps verify the legal status of each unit before you place a deposit.
Sources: Refico/CII project information; floor plans and resale prices compiled by Info Realty from brokerage agencies (10/2026).
Info Realty review
Is The River Thu Thiem Worth Buying? Pros And Things To Consider
Pros
- Handed over with amenities operating – no construction risk
- Almost 100 m of Saigon River frontage, facing District 1
- Low density: 525 units in 3 towers, maximum 18 storeys
- Rare products: Pool Villas with private pools, penthouses
- Strong rental demand from expatriates
Things to consider
- Prices are already high (180–300 million VND/m²)
- Few resale units, and the best ones carry large premiums
- Check the pink book status of each unit carefully
- Some units have no direct river view
Who is The River Thu Thiem for?
Great fit
Families who want to move in at Thu Thiem now
Handed over, full amenities, next to District 1.
Good fit
Investors in high-end rentals
1–2 bed units rent for about VND 23–40 million/month.
Info Realty’s view: The River is one of the few Thu Thiem projects already handed over, with operating amenities and low density. For buyers who need a home next to District 1 now, it is a safe choice; what matters is picking a river-facing unit and checking the legal file of the resale unit carefully.
Quick answers
Frequently Asked Questions About The River Thu Thiem
Where is The River Thu Thiem?
It is at 23 Tran Bach Dang, lots 3-15 and 3-16, Functional Zone 3, Thu Thiem New Urban Area (former District 2), Ho Chi Minh City, with almost 100 m of Saigon River frontage.
Who is the developer of The River Thu Thiem?
The project is developed by the joint venture of City Garden (a Refico member) and CII Vietnam.
How many apartments does The River have?
525 units across the Seine, Thames and Hudson towers: 100 one-bedroom, 177 two-bedroom, 180 three-bedroom, 44 four-bedroom units, 12 penthouses and 12 Pool Villas.
How much do apartments at The River Thu Thiem cost?
Resale prices in 10/2026 are typically around 180–300 million VND/m²: 1-bed from about VND 10 bn, 2-bed VND 15.5–27 bn, 3-bed VND 21.5–36 bn, 4-bed VND 45–62 bn and penthouses from about VND 60 bn.
Has The River Thu Thiem been handed over?
Yes, since 2022; amenities such as the 50 m pool, gym, spa and clubhouse are in operation.
What is a Pool Villa at The River?
A Pool Villa is a sky villa apartment with its own private pool; there are only 12 in the project – a rare product in Thu Thiem.
How much is the rent at The River?
For reference: 1-bed about VND 23–30 million/month, 2-bed VND 29–40 million, 3-bed VND 40–65 million, 4-bed VND 80–130 million depending on furnishing and view.
Can foreigners buy apartments at The River?
Yes. Foreigners may own apartments for up to 50 years within the legal quota; Vietnamese buyers own them long-term.
