Sky Garden 3 3BR | Korean Town Hub Phu My Hung
Overview & Key Specifications
Detailed Property Description & Editorial Review
Neighborhood & 2026 Expat Positioning
Positioned along Phạm Văn Nghi Street in the pulsating commercial epicenter of Tân Phong Ward, District 7, Sky Garden 3 stands as the premier residential anchor of Ho Chi Minh City’s celebrated Korean Expatriate Quarter. Developed by the Phu My Hung Development Corporation, Sky Garden 3 represents the third and final evolutionary phase of the iconic Sky Garden master plan. For wider regional insights, consult our District 7 Phú Mỹ Hưng Neighborhood Guide 2026 and Saigon South Phú Mỹ Hưng Expat Guide 2026.
In 2026, the Korean commercial enclave of Tân Phong (spanning Phạm Văn Nghi, Bùi Bằng Đoàn, Phan Khiêm Ích, and Lê Văn Thiêm) offers the most vibrant, self-contained cultural and culinary neighborhood in southern Vietnam. Hundreds of authentic Korean barbecue restaurants, K-pop bakeries, specialty Korean supermarkets (K-Market, GS25, Emart24), 24-hour medical and dental clinics, and international language academies operate directly on the ground level. Residents enjoy a brief 3-minute stroll to SC VivoCity shopping mall and immediate connections via Nguyễn Văn Linh Boulevard into District 1 or the Phu My Bridge corridor.
The signature urban design feature of Sky Garden 3 is its elevated 2nd-floor pedestrian promenade park. This expansive podium deck creates a tranquil, completely vehicle-free environment elevated above the street, where children play safely, families stroll among manicured gardens, and residents jog along open-air garden corridors without encountering motorbikes or cars.
Strategic advantages of living at Sky Garden 3 in Phú Mỹ Hưng:
- Epicenter of the Korean Town Commercial Hub: Immediate access to over 200 authentic Korean, Japanese, and international dining establishments, specialty food grocers, hair salons, and Korean-language banking branches.
- Elevated Vehicle-Free Promenade Park: The 2nd-floor podium deck provides a secure, peaceful pedestrian concourse connecting all 22 residential towers of the Sky Garden complex with tennis courts, playgrounds, and outdoor exercise stations.
- Exceptional Affordability & High Rental Liquidity: Offering 106 m² of comfortable 3-bedroom living at 25,000,000 VND per month (~$1,000 USD), Sky Garden 3 delivers one of the lowest entry prices for a premier master-planned community in Saigon, backed by an ultra-low building management fee.
- Immediate Proximity to SC VivoCity & Top Schools: Located within a 300-meter walk of SC VivoCity Mall (featuring CoopXtra hypermarket, fitness centers, and cinema complexes) and minutes from Saigon South International School (SSIS) and the Korean International School HCMC (KISH).
2026 expat rental dynamics: Sky Garden 3 maintains perpetual rental occupancy above 95%, driven by Korean corporate transferees, language teachers, digital entrepreneurs, and young expatriate families. The low operating overhead, robust construction, and bustling neighborhood make it an irresistible choice for expatriates prioritizing convenience, safety, and community vitality. Review our District 4 vs District 7 Rental Value Index 2026 and Thảo Điền vs Phú Mỹ Hưng Comparison 2026 for comprehensive market context.
Project Overview & Building Amenities
Sky Garden 3 comprises 22 mid-rise residential towers rising 12 to 20 storeys across a well-planned footprint in Tân Phong Ward. Developed with Singaporean engineering and Korean lifestyle touches, the complex balances high residential density with extensive communal spaces and lush landscaping.
The complex is celebrated for its multi-tiered amenity structure. Ground-level commercial shophouses cater to daily shopping and dining, while the 2nd-floor podium park serves as the private recreation hub for residents, complete with outdoor swimming pools, floodlit tennis courts, and children’s activity zones.
Building Amenities & Resort Leisure Facilities
| Facility | Location | Overview & Technical Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| Sky Garden Swimming Pool Complex | 2nd Floor Central Park | 25-meter outdoor swimming pool with separate shallow children’s wading pool and poolside sun loungers. |
| Elevated Pedestrian Promenade | 2nd Floor Podium Deck | Vehicle-free landscaped walking and jogging park spanning the entire multi-block Sky Garden master plan. |
| Regulation Floodlit Tennis Courts | Podium Sports Zone | Two full-sized acrylic hard tennis courts equipped with night lighting and resident online booking systems. |
| Outdoor Children’s Playgrounds | Multiple Park Pods | Multiple rubber-cushioned playground parks featuring climbing frames, swings, spiral slides, and sand pits. |
| Ground-Floor Commercial Arcade | Ground Floor Shophouses | Hundreds of retail shops including K-Market, GS25, Paris Baguette, Tous Les Jours, pharmacies, and specialty dry cleaners. |
| Underground & Covered Parking | Basement & Podium Garages | Secure resident parking with electronic keycard gates, dedicated motorcycle parking bays, and 24/7 security watch. |
| Fitness & Yoga Studios | Shophouse Promenade | Multiple private fitness centers, pilates studios, and martial arts academies located within the ground commercial arcade. |
| 24/7 Security & Ward Patrols | Building Gates & Perimeters | Dedicated Phu My Hung security patrols and building entrance guards ensuring top-tier safety across the entire precinct. |
Residence Spatial Layout & Interior Specifications
This 106-square-meter 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner residence in Sky Garden 3 features an airy, functional layout optimized for family living and effortless maintenance.
Layout Overview
The residence is configured with a bright living and dining room that opens directly onto a private loggia. Large operable windows in every bedroom ensure abundant natural sunlight and cross-ventilation, taking full advantage of the open green surroundings of District 7.
Spatial distribution:
- Arrival Foyer (4.0 m²): Compact entrance vestibule equipped with custom built-in Korean-style shoe cabinetry and electronic digital lock.
- Spacious Living & Dining Salon (36.5 m²): Open-concept main living hall with 2.8-meter ceilings, bright polished porcelain tiling, ambient lighting, and sliding glass access to the private balcony.
- Private Loggia / Balcony (5.5 m²): Covered outdoor balcony overlooking the vibrant Korean commercial streets and elevated podium park gardens.
- Enclosed Western Kitchen (10.0 m²): Fully fitted kitchen featuring granite countertops, modern lacquer storage cabinets, built-in induction hob, microwave, and deep stainless steel prep sink.
- Separate Utility & Laundry Yard (5.0 m²): Dedicated external laundry loggia with space for a front-loading washing machine, utility sink, and natural ventilation for laundry drying.
- Master Bedroom Suite (20.5 m²): Generous master bedroom featuring warm engineered wood flooring, wall-to-wall acoustic wardrobes, large sun-facing windows, and a private ensuite bathroom.
- Master Ensuite Bathroom (5.5 m²): Modern bathroom equipped with a walk-in glass shower enclosure, Toto water-saving ceramics, and vanity cabinet.
- Junior Bedroom 2 (12.0 m²): Well-proportioned second bedroom with built-in wardrobe, study desk, and bright courtyard views.
- Bedroom 3 / Children’s Room (8.5 m²): Cozy third bedroom suitable for a child, nursery, or a dedicated home workspace.
- Guest & Family Bathroom 2 (4.5 m²): Central second bathroom with glass shower stall, ceramic washbasin, and Toto fixtures.
Premium Interior Finishes & Specifications
| Feature / System | Brand & Origin | Technical Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Living & Dining Flooring | Dongwha / Prime (Korea/VN) | 600x600mm polished glazed porcelain ceramic tiles with sound-absorbing underlayment. |
| Bedrooms Flooring | Hansol Wood Flooring (Korea) | Moisture-resistant engineered laminate wood flooring with Class AC4 heavy residential wear rating. |
| Kitchen Countertops & Tops | Natural Polished Granite | 20mm polished natural black granite stone surfaces with stain-resistant epoxy sealant. |
| Kitchen Appliance Suite | LG & Electrolux (Korea/Europe) | 3-zone induction cooktop, slimline extractor hood, microwave oven, and multi-door refrigerator. |
| Sanitary Ceramics & Fittings | Toto & Inax (Japan) | Water-efficient dual-flush ceramic toilets, chrome lever basin mixers, and rain shower heads. |
| Acoustic Window Glazing | Aluminum Frame Safety Glass | Heavy-gauge aluminum frames with 8.38mm laminated safety glass ensuring quiet interiors (< 38 dB). |
| HVAC Climate System | LG Inverter Multi-Split (Korea) | Energy-saving LG Dual Inverter air conditioning units installed in all three bedrooms and main living salon. |
| Smart Door Security | Gateman / Samsung (Korea) | Electronic digital door lock with keypad PIN code, RFID card reader, and mechanical emergency key. |
| Water Heating System | Ariston Electric Boiler (Italy) | Dual high-recovery electric water heaters delivering reliable hot water to both bathrooms and kitchen. |
Building Management, Utilities & Tenant Cost Matrix
Sky Garden 3 is managed by Phu My Hung Property Management, widely regarded as one of the most efficient and cost-effective management organizations in Ho Chi Minh City.
Monthly Operating Expenses
| Expense Category | Tariff / Unit Rate | Estimated Monthly Outlay | Billing Channel & Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Monthly Rent | Fixed at VND 25,000,000 (~$1,000 USD) | VND 25,000,000 | Direct bank transfer in VND on the 1st of each calendar month |
| Building Management Fee | VND 10,000 / m² net usable area / month (106 m²) | VND 1,060,000 | Billed monthly via Phu My Hung resident management portal |
| Electricity (EVN Progressive Tariff) | Official EVN Tier 1–6 (1,893 – 3,302 VND/kWh) | VND 1,450,000 – 2,400,000 | Direct payment via EVN HCMC mobile app or automated banking |
| Domestic Clean Water | Municipal Sawaco tariff (20,500 VND/m³) | VND 160,000 – 260,000 | Billed monthly on building utility statement |
| High-Speed Fiber Internet | 300 – 500 Mbps Dedicated Fiber (FPT/Viettel) | VND 240,000 – 380,000 | Direct tenant contract with local internet service provider |
| Basement Car Parking Bay | 1 Allocated basement car parking space | VND 1,200,000 | Monthly permit card with automated RFID gate entry |
| Motorcycle Parking Bays | Fixed rate per motorcycle (2 bays allocated) | VND 100,000 / bike | Monthly permit card billed on building account |
EVN Residential Tiered Electricity Matrix (Estimated Typical Monthly Usage)
Electricity is metered individually by EVN HCMC and billed strictly in accordance with official national progressive residential tariffs:
| Consumption Tier | Monthly kWh Range | Base Unit Rate (VND/kWh) | Typical 3BR Monthly Apportionment | Subtotal Cost (VND) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 (0 – 50 kWh) | First 50 kWh | 1,893 VND | 50 kWh | 94,650 VND |
| Tier 2 (51 – 100 kWh) | Next 50 kWh | 1,956 VND | 50 kWh | 97,800 VND |
| Tier 3 (101 – 200 kWh) | Next 100 kWh | 2,271 VND | 100 kWh | 227,100 VND |
| Tier 4 (201 – 300 kWh) | Next 100 kWh | 2,860 VND | 100 kWh | 286,000 VND |
| Tier 5 (301 – 400 kWh) | Next 100 kWh | 3,197 VND | 100 kWh | 319,700 VND |
| Tier 6 (401+ kWh) | Usage over 400 kWh (typical 150 kWh in Tier 6) | 3,302 VND | 150 kWh | 495,300 VND |
| Total Estimated Energy | ~550 kWh / month (Inverter Split AC) | Average ~2,764 VND/kWh | Complete 106 m² Residence | ~VND 1,520,550 – 2,400,000 |
Note: For complete details on tenancy utility protections and avoiding landlord markups, consult our EVN Electricity Tiers & Landlord Utility Markup Guide and HCMC 40-Condo Management Fee Index 2026.
Lease Terms & Legal Protections
- Standard Lease Duration: 12 to 24 months standard lease agreement with 30-day renewal notice period and standard diplomatic/corporate breakout clause.
- Security Deposit: 2 months’ gross rental value held in secure escrow, refundable within 14 banking days upon lease conclusion following a mutual inventory checkout. Review our Move-In Inventory Inspection & Defect Protocol and Vietnam Rental Deposit Recovery Legal Guide.
- Official VAT Red Invoices (Hóa Đơn Đỏ): The landlord is registered for rental tax compliance under Circular 40/2021/TT-BTC and issues official monthly electronic VAT invoices (Hóa Đơn Đỏ) for corporate reimbursement. Learn more in our Landlord Rental Tax & Red Invoice (VAT) Guide.
- Police Residency Registration (Tạm Trú): Full digital temporary residence registration with Tân Phong Ward Police (Công an Phường Tân Phong, Quận 7) is executed online within 24 hours of moving in. For step-by-step documentation requirements, refer to our Temporary Residence (Tạm Trú) Police Registration Guide 2026.
Commute Matrix & International School Proximity
Situated at the intersection of Phạm Văn Nghi and Nguyễn Văn Linh, Sky Garden 3 provides fast, direct access into District 1 via Nguyễn Hữu Thọ or the Khánh Hội Bridge corridor, and to District 2 / Thủ Thiêm via the Phú Mỹ Bridge.
Key Commute Destinations & Travel Durations
| Destination | Distance | Driving / Transit Time | Primary Route / Infrastructure |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC VivoCity Shopping Mall | 0.3 km | 3 minutes walk | Direct walk across Nguyễn Văn Linh pedestrian crossing |
| Crescent Mall & Crescent Lake | 1.5 km | 4 – 5 minutes | Direct drive along Nguyễn Văn Linh / Tôn Dật Tiên |
| FV Hospital & Medical Precinct | 1.8 km | 4 – 5 minutes | Nguyễn Văn Linh → Nguyễn Lương Bằng |
| Saigon South International School (SSIS) | 1.8 km | 4 – 5 minutes | Nguyễn Cao → Tôn Dật Tiên |
| District 1 CBD (Ben Thanh / Bitexco) | 6.0 km | 12 – 15 minutes | Nguyễn Hữu Thọ → Khánh Hội Bridge → D1 CBD |
| Thủ Thiêm Financial Core | 8.0 km | 15 – 18 minutes | Nguyễn Văn Linh → Phú Mỹ Bridge |
| Thảo Điền Expat Hub (D2) | 12.0 km | 22 – 26 minutes | Phú Mỹ Bridge → Mai Chí Thọ → Trần Não |
| Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport (SGN) | 12.5 km | 28 – 32 minutes | Nguyễn Hữu Thọ → Võ Văn Kiệt → Airport Corridor |
Elite International Schools & Healthcare Proximity
- Korean International School HCMC (KISH): 5 minutes drive (2.2 km) in Tân Phú.
- Saigon South International School (SSIS): 4 minutes drive (1.8 km) along Crescent Lake.
- Canadian International School (CIS Vietnam): 7 minutes drive (3.2 km).
- Japanese School of HCMC & Taipei School: 6 minutes drive (2.8 km).
- FV Hospital & Franco-Vietnamese Clinics: 4 minutes drive (1.8 km).
- Victoria Healthcare International Clinic (D7): 3 minutes drive (1.2 km).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What makes the 2nd-floor pedestrian promenade at Sky Garden so unique?
The 2nd-floor promenade is an elevated, landscaped pedestrian platform spanning all phases of Sky Garden that is completely closed to motor vehicles. It functions as a massive private park for residents, complete with lush gardens, tennis courts, swimming pools, playgrounds, and outdoor seating, allowing families and children to walk and play in total safety without crossing street traffic.
How easy is daily shopping and dining for non-Korean speaking expats around Sky Garden 3?
Daily living around Sky Garden 3 is remarkably easy and convenient for all expatriates. English is widely spoken in supermarkets, international clinics, and restaurants. In addition, SC VivoCity (located 300 meters away) hosts a massive CoopXtra Western-style hypermarket, international fashion brands, Starbucks, and numerous global dining chains.
What are the building regulations regarding pets at Sky Garden 3?
Sky Garden 3 permits domestic pets (small dogs and cats) subject to registration with the Phu My Hung management office. Pets are welcome to walk on leashes along the designated ground-level garden areas, though they must avoid the swimming pool decks and children’s playground zones.
What are the main differences between Sky Garden 1, 2, and 3?
Sky Garden 3 is the newest and most refined phase of the Sky Garden development. It features upgraded elevator systems, higher finished ceiling clearances, improved underground parking layouts, and more modern interior electrical and plumbing infrastructure compared to the older Phase 1 and Phase 2 buildings.
Discover the Neighborhood & Relocation Intelligence
Explore verified insights, area commute comparisons, and legal protections relevant to this property:
- Neighborhood Profile: Read our comprehensive District 7 Phú Mỹ Hưng Neighborhood Guide 2026 and Saigon South Phú Mỹ Hưng Expat Guide 2026.
- Area Comparison: Review our Thảo Điền vs Phú Mỹ Hưng Comparison 2026 and District 4 vs District 7 Rental Value Index 2026.
- Living Cost Breakdown: Review monthly budget estimates in our Expat Cost of Living in Saigon 2026 Guide and Monthly Cost of Living Vietnam Calculator.
- Education & Schools: Explore family living in our District 7 Condos Near SSIS 2026 Guide.
- Lease Verification & Rights: Ensure tenancy compliance with our Temporary Residence (Tạm Trú) Police Registration Guide 2026 and Move-In Inventory Inspection & Defect Protocol.
- Landlord Tax & Invoices: Review billing compliance with our Landlord Rental Tax & Red Invoice (VAT) Guide.
- Compare Peer Listings: View Oakwood Residence Saigon 2BR, The Peak Midtown M8 3BR, or browse our complete Properties for Rent in Vietnam catalog.
Vietnam EVN Utility Cost Breakdown
Electricity in Vietnam uses EVN's 6-tier progressive tariff. Below is the monthly utility projection for this residence.
Total Estimated Monthly Utilities
Sum of 6-tier electricity, water, building fee, and high-speed internet.
Features & Amenities Checklist
Categorized residential facilities, security standards, and lifestyle amenities included with this property.
Building Facilities
- Olympic / Infinity Lap Pool
- Sky Gym & TechnoGym Studio
- Landscaped BBQ Garden & Pavilion
- Tennis / Pickleball Court
- Children's Indoor & Outdoor Play Area
- 24/7 Hospitality Resident Concierge
Interior & Comfort
- Multi-Split Inverter Air Conditioning
- Island Kitchen (Bosch / Teka Appliances)
- Acoustic Soundproof Double-Glazed Glass
- Smart Keyless Digital Door Lock
- In-Unit Washer & Condenser Dryer
- Private River / Skyline Loggia Balcony
Security & Lifestyle
- 24/7 Security Patrol & CCTV Network
- High-Speed Direct Resident Elevators
- 100% Full Backup Power Generator
- Subterranean Parking & EV Stations
- Pet-Friendly Enclave & Walking Paths
- Pink Book Title Verified Ownership
Architectural Floor Plan & Spatial Layout
Optimized European layout providing dual cross-ventilation, generous ceiling height, and floor-to-ceiling glass.
3-Bedroom Executive Layout (106 m²)
Master Suite with En-Suite Bath, 2 Secondary Bedrooms, Open-Concept Living & Dining Hall, Gourmet Island Kitchen, and Private Sunset Balcony.
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Transit & Neighborhood Proximity Radar
District 7 & Phu My Hung Expat Guide 2026
Saigon’s most family-friendly planned district with wide tree-lined boulevards, Crescent Mall, FV Hospital, and top international academies.
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