The Grand Manhattan: A Luxury Real Estate Icon in the Heart of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
The Grand Manhattan project, a high-end apartment and 5-star international standard hotel complex, is creating a strong buzz in the luxury real estate market in central District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. With its rare prime location and development by Novaland Group, The Grand Manhattan is positioned to become a new icon, offering a modern, international lifestyle infused with the essence of Saigon.
General Information About The Grand Manhattan Project
The Grand Manhattan is located in a strategic position and is developed on a large scale, including luxury apartments and 5-star hotel services.
- Project name: The Grand Manhattan
- Developer: Novaland Group
- City/Province: Ho Chi Minh City
- District: District 1
- Address: 100 Co Giang Street, Co Giang Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- Scale: 1.4 hectares
- Towers: 3 towers A1, A2, A3
- Height: 37 floors
- Total apartments: 1,027 luxury units
- Hotel rooms: 201 rooms under AVANI hotel brand
- Construction density: 50%
- Contractor: Ricons
- Legal status: Vietnamese buyers receive long-term ownership certificates; foreigners own for 50 years according to current regulations.
Prime Location: The “Last Diamond” of District 1
The Grand Manhattan boasts a rare prime location at 100 Co Giang Street, Co Giang Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. This is considered one of the last remaining golden land plots, attracting strong interest from discerning investors and buyers.
This location is not only at the economic and cultural center of the city but also provides excellent transportation connectivity. The project's surroundings are defined as follows:
- Northwest: adjacent to Co Bac Street (20m width).
- Northeast: adjacent to existing residential areas.
- Southeast: adjacent to Co Giang Street (20m width).
- Southwest: adjacent to existing residential areas.
With this golden coordinate (Latitude: 10.76371956, Longitude: 106.6945801), residents of The Grand Manhattan can easily access key landmarks such as Ben Thanh Market, Landmark 81, Bitexco Tower, Vincom, schools, supermarkets, and major entertainment centers.
European-Standard Architecture and Design
The Grand Manhattan is inspired by the modern and dynamic lifestyle of Manhattan (New York), one of the world's busiest financial hubs. The project follows the concept of “International Standards – Saigon Essence,” aiming to become a luxury real estate icon.
Master Planning
The project is built on a 1.4-hectare site, consisting of 3 towers (A1, A2, A3) with 39 above-ground floors, 4 basements, and 5 podium floors.
- 4 basements: Parking area of 35,150 m², accommodating 883 cars and 1,304 motorbikes. Basement 1 includes escalators to the ground floor.
- Ground floor & Level 2: Commercial areas.
- Levels 4 to 7: AVANI hotel rooms.
- Levels 8 to 36: Luxury apartment units.
Apartment Design
The apartments at The Grand Manhattan are designed with 2–3 bedrooms, offering open, modern, and luxurious living spaces. In the initial phase, tower GMA3 was introduced with a density of only 14 units per floor. The detailed layout includes:
- Level 8: 9 units/floor
- Levels 9–10: 24 units/floor
- Levels 11–36: 35 units/floor
- Remaining levels: Penthouse units
Apartments are equipped with high-end branded interiors meeting European standards, ensuring a premium living experience.
Comprehensive Internal and External Amenities
As a luxury project, The Grand Manhattan is equipped with a modern, high-end, and comprehensive internal amenities system, meeting all residents’ needs within the project.
Key Internal Amenities
- Shopping mall
- Four-season swimming pool & infinity pool
- Supermarket and convenience stores
- Gym, Yoga, Spa
- Restaurants and cafes
- Community activity rooms
- Children’s playground
- Reception and 24/7 services
- Modern security and air-conditioning systems
- Fire protection and emergency exits
- Spacious parking (4 basements)
- Park and green spaces
- High-speed elevators
Outstanding External Amenities
Located in central District 1, residents can easily access major city conveniences:
- Shopping centers: Vincom, Bitexco
- Landmarks: Ben Thanh Market, Landmark 81
- Education system at all levels
- Entertainment and recreational areas
Pricing and Sales Policy (Updated July 2024)
The Grand Manhattan maintains pricing that reflects its premium value in District 1:
Apartment price: 157.15 – 221.65 million VND/m² (updated July 2024).
Compared to nearby projects:
- The MarQ: ~180 million VND/m²
- Vinhomes Golden River: ~130 million VND/m²
Shophouse Segment
The project also offers shophouses with estimated pricing (excluding VAT):
- 1-floor shophouse: from 26–40 billion VND/unit (large units: 87–104 billion VND)
- 2-floor shophouse: from 26–74 billion VND/unit
Sales Policy (Phase 3)
- Payment schedule: from 10%, maximum 20% until handover
- Booking discount: 2%
- Nova Membership incentive: 300 million VND
- Resident privilege: 1%
- Novaloyalty incentive: up to 5%
- Free management fee for 5 years
Construction Progress and Handover Commitment
The project progress is closely monitored to ensure quality and timely delivery:
- December 2021: Foundation completed and basement capped; expected handover May 2024.
- April 2023: Novaland, TPBank, and Ricons signed cooperation agreements for completion.
- November 2023: Active construction ongoing.
- July 2024: Continued construction and finishing.
The Grand Manhattan is not only an ideal residence but also an attractive investment opportunity with strong value growth potential thanks to its prime location in District 1 and international-standard construction and management quality.
