Oakwood Residence Saigon 2BR | Serviced Suite Mapletree D7
Mapletree South Saigon Complex, 1056 Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, Tan Phong Ward, District 7, HCMC
58,000,000 VND/mo
Neighborhood & 2026 Expat Positioning
Positioned within the integrated 4.4-hectare Mapletree South Saigon mixed-use complex at 1056 Nguyễn Văn Linh Boulevard in Tân Phong Ward (District 7), Oakwood Residence Saigon represents the benchmark in turnkey executive living in South Ho Chi Minh City. Developed by Singapore’s Mapletree Investments and operated under international hospitality standards, this prestigious 30-storey serviced residence tower is synergistically connected to the 17-storey Mapletree Business Centre (Grade-A multinational corporate office tower), RichLane Residences, and the 62,000 m² SC VivoCity lifestyle shopping mall. For an exhaustive breakdown of regional enclaves, consult our District 7 Phú Mỹ Hưng Neighborhood Guide 2026 and the District 7 Phú Mỹ Hưng Expat Rental Guide.
In 2026, the corporate demand for premium serviced housing in South Saigon is fueled by expanding foreign direct investment (FDI), regional manufacturing hubs in Hiệp Phước and Long Hậu, and the presence of Fortune 500 regional headquarters (Unilever, Standard Chartered, Samsung, Abbott, Manulife) located right next door at Mapletree Business Centre. Unlike standard residential condominiums that require individual contracts for utilities, internet, housekeeping, and maintenance, Oakwood Residence provides a frictionless, all-inclusive corporate living experience designed specifically for multinational C-suite executives, senior engineering consultants, and relocating expatriate families.
The micro-environment of Tân Phong Ward offers the perfect balance of suburban tranquility and immediate commercial convenience. Residents can take a private indoor elevator directly from their residential lobby into SC VivoCity, accessing an expansive Co.opXtra hypermarket, international fashion retailers, fitness centers, artisan bakeries, and dozens of international dining establishments without ever stepping outdoors into street traffic.
Strategic advantages of living at Oakwood Residence Saigon:
- Direct SC VivoCity Integration: Covered, weather-protected internal elevator and podium walkway connecting directly to 62,000 square meters of premier shopping, grocery, cinema, and dining options.
- Turnkey All-Inclusive Corporate Package: Monthly gross rent covers professional housekeeping 3 times weekly, linen and towel changes twice weekly, high-speed dedicated Wi-Fi fiber, multi-channel international cable television, domestic clean water, and a generous monthly electricity allowance.
- Mapletree Singapore Engineering & Security: Developed to stringent Singaporean building codes with 100% full electrical generator backup, computerized access control, and 24/7 on-site multilingual reception and concierge.
- Proximity to Elite Educational Institutions: Strategic location on Nguyễn Văn Linh Boulevard provides 5- to 8-minute transit to Saigon South International School (SSIS), Canadian International School (CIS), British Vietnamese International School (BVIS), and the Japanese/Korean international schools.
2026 expat rental dynamics: Serviced residences in District 7 maintain exceptionally high occupancy rates exceeding 90%, driven by multinational corporate housing budgets and expatriate project directors who value operational simplicity. At 58,000,000 VND per month (~$2,320 USD) for a generous 100-square-meter 2-bedroom suite, Oakwood Residence eliminates the hidden costs and administrative friction of private tenancy. Compare advantages in our Serviced Apartments vs Condo Rentals Vietnam 2026 Guide, Saigon Serviced Apartments vs Condos: 2026 Guide, and check benchmarks in the HCMC Luxury Serviced Apartment Price Index 2026 and District 7 Rental Market Radar.
Project Overview & Building Amenities
Oakwood Residence Saigon comprises 237 fully furnished and serviced luxury residences ranging from spacious studio units to multi-bedroom executive suites and penthouses. Designed for extended-stay international business travelers and corporate families, the property blends the comforts of a private residence with the refined amenities and attentive service of a five-star hotel.
Residents enjoy dedicated private facilities located across the Ground Floor and Level 2 Podium Deck, completely separated from commercial traffic. An on-site restaurant and residents’ lounge serves daily breakfast, while a dedicated hospitality team coordinates 24-hour maintenance, dry cleaning, postal delivery, and airport limousine transfers.
Building Amenities & Hospitality Services
| Facility / Service | Location | Overview & Technical Specifications |
|---|---|---|
| 30m Outdoor Swimming Pool | Level 2 Podium Deck | Semi-covered resort pool with submerged sun loungers, poolside cabanas, and Ca Cam canal views. |
| Children’s Splash Pool & Playground | Level 2 Family Wing | Shallow wading pool with interactive water fountains and cushioned outdoor children’s play area. |
| State-of-the-Art Fitness Center | Level 2 Wellness Suite | 24/7 fitness facility equipped with TechnoGym cardiovascular machines, resistance weights, and yoga studio. |
| Residents’ Lounge & Breakfast Room | Ground Floor Mezzanine | Private lounge serving daily continental breakfast buffet, specialty espresso coffee, and afternoon tea. |
| Executive Meeting Rooms & Business Pods | Level 1 Business Center | Soundproof meeting rooms with teleconferencing displays, high-speed fiber internet, and executive printing. |
| Landscaped BBQ Terrace & Pergola | Level 2 Garden Deck | Shaded outdoor BBQ dining pavilions with stainless steel gas grills, food prep sinks, and outdoor seating. |
| Direct Mall Connection (SC VivoCity) | Podium Level 1 | Private internal access corridor directly into SC VivoCity mall with 24/7 security turnstile. |
| Subterranean Garage & EV Charging | Basements B1–B2 | Secure underground parking with automated RFID access, motorcycle bays, and dedicated EV charging stations. |
| 100% Full Electrical Backup Power | Central Building Plant | Industrial Caterpillar backup generators providing continuous 100% power to all apartments and elevators within 3 seconds. |
Residence Spatial Layout & Interior Specifications
This expansive 100-square-meter 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom serviced residence offers an exceptionally generous open-concept layout designed for executive entertaining and serene daily living. Large dual-aspect double-glazed windows provide panoramic views across South Saigon’s green residential canopy and the sparkling podium swimming pool.
Layout Overview
The layout creates an effortless separation between the active living/dining salon and the private sleeping suites.
Spatial distribution:
- Arrival Foyer (5.0 m²): Secured keycard RFID entry, built-in floor-to-ceiling shoe cabinetry, coat storage, and digital visual intercom system.
- Grand Living & Dining Salon (38.0 m²): Expansive entertaining hall with 2.9-meter finished ceiling heights, imported marble-look porcelain tile flooring, L-shaped plush fabric sofa, 55-inch 4K Smart TV with soundbar, and a 6-seater solid timber dining suite.
- Private Balcony Loggia (5.0 m²): Shaded outdoor loggia with tempered safety glass balustrades and outdoor seating, framing views of the lush swimming pool terrace and District 7 landscape.
- Western Chef’s Kitchen (12.0 m²): Fully equipped open gourmet kitchen featuring solid quartz countertops, custom European laminate cabinetry, integrated Bosch 3-zone induction cooktop, built-in convection microwave, and full-size 450L Samsung double-door refrigerator/freezer.
- Enclosed Utility & Laundry Loggia (4.0 m²): Dedicated service yard with front-loading Bosch/Electrolux washer-dryer combo, ironing board, steam iron, and concealed HVAC drainage.
- Master Bedroom Suite (22.0 m²): Luxurious master retreat with king-size posturepedic bed, luxury duvet and pillow menu, bedside tables with reading lamps, walk-in built-in wardrobe, digital in-room electronic laptop safe, and a 5-fixture ensuite bathroom featuring a deep-soaking bathtub, glass-enclosed rain shower, and smart Washlet bidet.
- Junior Suite / Executive Study (14.0 m²): Versatile second bedroom configured with a queen-size bed (or twin configuration), executive study desk with ergonomic chair, built-in acoustic wardrobes, and panoramic skyline windows.
- Guest Bathroom (5.0 m²): Accessible from the central corridor, fitted with a frameless glass walk-in rain shower, Kohler ceramics, and Hansgrohe chrome brassware.
In-Suite Finishes & Premium Furnishings
| Component / System | Brand & Origin | Technical Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Living & Dining Flooring | Caesarstone & Florim (Italy) | Imported polished porcelain stoneware tiles with acoustic insulation underlayment. |
| Bedrooms Flooring | Quick-Step (Belgium) | Engineered multi-layer natural oak timber flooring with scratch-resistant matte lacquer finish. |
| Kitchen Cabinetry & Surfaces | Blum & Vicostone | Custom high-gloss laminate cabinetry with Blum soft-close fittings and 20mm engineered quartz stone countertops. |
| Kitchen Appliance Suite | Bosch & Samsung | Integrated Bosch 3-zone induction hob, convection microwave oven, and Samsung 450L double-door inverter refrigerator. |
| Sanitary Ceramics & Brassware | Kohler & Hansgrohe | Kohler wall-hung ceramic toilets, Hansgrohe thermostatic rain showers, and deep-soaking acrylic bathtub in master bath. |
| Smart Washlet Bidet | Kohler / TOTO | Automated electronic bidet seat with multi-setting warm-water cleansing, heated seat, and air deodorizer. |
| Acoustic Double Glazing | Saint-Gobain & Schuco | Double-glazed Low-E aluminum-framed glass panels with argon gas cavity (STC 36+ acoustic rating). |
| HVAC Climate Control | Daikin VRV Multi-Split | Concealed Daikin VRV multi-split inverter system with independent digital room thermostats. |
| Home Entertainment & Tech | Samsung 4K & Cisco Fiber | 55” Samsung 4K Smart TV, multi-channel international cable TV (NHK, BBC, CNN, KBS), and dedicated in-suite Wi-Fi fiber. |
| Security & Electronic Safe | Häfele & Yale | Biometric / RFID keycard digital door lock and motorized electronic in-room laptop safe. |
Building Management, Utilities & Tenant Cost Matrix
Oakwood Residence Saigon operates on a transparent, all-inclusive serviced lease model that eliminates the administrative overhead of individual utility contracts, third-party cleaning coordination, and maintenance negotiations.
Monthly Operating Expenses & Serviced Inclusions Matrix
| Expense Category | Tariff / Standard Rate | Included in 58M VND Rent? | Billing & Service Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Serviced Rent | VND 58,000,000 (~$2,320 USD) | INCLUDED | Direct corporate bank transfer in VND on the 1st of each month |
| Building Management Fee | Equivalent to VND 38,000 / m² (3.8M VND value) | INCLUDED | Fully covered in base rent, including all common facility access |
| Housekeeping Service | 3 Times Per Week (~3.5M VND value) | INCLUDED | Vacuuming, bathroom sanitization, kitchen cleaning, bed making |
| Bed Linen & Towel Refresh | 2 Times Per Week (~1.5M VND value) | INCLUDED | Hotel-grade fresh sheets, pillowcases, and bath towels replaced |
| High-Speed Fiber Internet | 300 Mbps Dedicated Wi-Fi (~500k VND value) | INCLUDED | Unlimited in-suite high-speed Wi-Fi and ethernet connection |
| International Cable TV | Premium Multi-Channel (~300k VND value) | INCLUDED | 80+ international channels including NHK, BBC, CNN, Bloomberg |
| Domestic Clean Water | Municipal Sawaco (~250k VND value) | INCLUDED | Unlimited residential clean water usage covered by operator |
| Electricity Allowance Cap | Up to VND 1,500,000 – 2,000,000 / month | INCLUDED | Generous bundled allowance; tenant pays excess at standard EVN rate |
| Basement Car Parking Bay | VND 2,000,000 / month / allocated bay | Optional Add-On | Monthly parking permit card with automated RFID access |
| Motorcycle Parking Bay | VND 150,000 / month / bike | Optional Add-On | Monthly parking permit card billed to resident account |
Serviced Residence vs Private Condo Total Cost Comparison
| Cost Element | Oakwood Residence 2BR (100 m²) | Standard PMH Private Condo 2BR (100 m²) | Key Tenant Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Monthly Rent | VND 58,000,000 | VND 38,000,000 – 42,000,000 | Transparent bundled package |
| Management Fee | VND 0 (Included) | VND 2,200,000 – 3,200,000 | No unexpected building assessments |
| Housekeeping & Laundry | VND 0 (Included 3x/week) | VND 4,000,000 – 5,000,000 (Private maid) | Hotel-vetted, insured cleaning staff |
| Water, Internet & Cable TV | VND 0 (Included) | VND 1,000,000 – 1,200,000 | Zero setup hassle or utility contracts |
| Electricity Bill | VND 0 (Up to 2M allowance) | VND 2,200,000 – 3,200,000 | Capped budget risk |
| Move-In Equipment/Linen | VND 0 (Turnkey provided) | VND 15,000,000 – 30,000,000 (Purchases) | Move in with personal luggage only |
| Maintenance & Repairs | 24/7 Hotel Engineering | Landlord negotiation & delays | Instantaneous on-site repair SLA |
| Total Effective Monthly Outlay | ~VND 58,000,000 | ~VND 48,000,000 – 55,000,000 | Superior executive convenience & zero friction |
Note: For complete cost comparisons across Saigon, review our HCMC Expat Cost of Living & Utility Breakdown 2026 and Serviced Apartment vs Private Lease in Vietnam 2026.
Lease Terms & Legal Protections
- Corporate Electronic VAT Red Invoices (Hóa Đơn Đỏ): Direct issuance of monthly electronic VAT invoices (10% VAT) by Mapletree / Ascott corporate hospitality entity under Circular 40/2021/TT-BTC. Fully recognized as deductible operating expenses for foreign-invested enterprises (FIEs). Reference our Corporate Housing VAT E-Invoice Guide and Corporate Lease VAT Red Invoice Guide.
- Police Temporary Residence (Tạm Trú): Automatic hotel PMS online declaration directly interfaced with Tân Phong Ward Police (Công an Phường Tân Phong) and the Ministry of Public Security immigration database upon check-in. Zero manual paperwork or police station visits required. Reference our Temporary Residence Card (TRC) Housing Guide.
- Flexible Lease Durations & Security Deposit: Flexible terms from 1 month, 3 months, 6 months to 12+ months. Standard 1-month security deposit for short stays and 2-month deposit for annual leases with standard corporate diplomatic exit clauses. Reference our Vietnam Rental Deposit Recovery Legal Guide and Vietnam Expat Lease Agreement Checklist.
Commute Matrix & International School Proximity
Situated directly on Nguyễn Văn Linh Boulevard, Oakwood Residence Saigon provides swift arterial connections to Phú Mỹ Hưng, central District 1, District 4, and major southern industrial economic zones.
Key Commute Destinations & Travel Durations
| Destination | Distance | Driving / Transit Time | Primary Route / Arterial Corridor |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC VivoCity Mall (Direct Integration) | 0.0 km | 0 minutes | Direct internal elevator / covered bridge connection |
| Crescent Mall & Starlight Bridge (PMH) | 1.8 km | 4 – 5 minutes | Nguyễn Văn Linh Boulevard eastbound |
| FV Hospital & Tam Duc Heart Hospital | 2.2 km | 5 – 6 minutes | Nguyễn Văn Linh → Nguyễn Lương Bằng |
| District 1 Financial CBD (Bitexco / Nguyen Hue) | 6.5 km | 15 – 20 minutes | Nguyễn Hữu Thọ → Kênh Tẻ Bridge → Calmette D1 |
| Saigon South International School (SSIS) | 2.8 km | 6 – 7 minutes | Nguyễn Văn Linh → Nguyễn Đức Cảnh |
| Canadian International School (CIS PMH) | 4.0 km | 8 – 10 minutes | Nguyễn Văn Linh → Nguyễn Lương Bằng |
| Japanese, Korean, Taipei International Schools | 3.5 km | 7 – 9 minutes | Tân Mỹ → Tân Phú Street Educational Corridor |
| Hiệp Phước & Long Hậu Industrial Parks | 14.0 km | 18 – 25 minutes | Nguyễn Hữu Thọ Expressway southbound |
| Tân Sơn Nhất International Airport (SGN) | 13.0 km | 35 – 45 minutes | Nguyễn Hữu Thọ → Võ Văn Kiệt → Cộng Hòa Corridor |
Elite International Schools & Healthcare Proximity
- Saigon South International School (SSIS): 6 minutes drive (2.8 km).
- Canadian International School (CIS Vietnam): 8 minutes drive (4.0 km).
- British Vietnamese International School (BVIS - Bình Chánh): 9 minutes drive (4.5 km).
- Renaissance International School Saigon (District 7): 8 minutes drive (3.8 km).
- FV Hospital (French International Hospital): 5 minutes drive (2.2 km).
- American Eye Center & International Medical Clinics (PMH): 4 minutes drive (1.8 km).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What specific housekeeping and utility services are bundled into the 58,000,000 VND monthly rent?
The 58,000,000 VND monthly rent includes comprehensive hotel-grade serviced inclusions: professional housekeeping 3 times per week (vacuuming, bathroom sanitation, dusting, kitchen wipe-down, bed making), fresh bed linen and bath towel replacement 2 times per week, unlimited Sawaco domestic clean water, high-speed 300 Mbps dedicated Wi-Fi fiber internet, multi-channel international cable television (including NHK, BBC, CNN, KBS), unlimited access to the resort pool and 24/7 fitness center, 24/7 on-call engineering maintenance, and a generous monthly electricity allowance.
How does corporate VAT red invoicing (Hóa Đơn Đỏ) and police temporary residence (Tạm Trú) work for corporate tenants?
Corporate tax compliance is completely automated. Mapletree / Ascott issues official monthly electronic VAT invoices (Hóa Đơn Đỏ) with 10% VAT directly to your employer’s corporate entity, fully deductible under Circular 40/2021/TT-BTC. Upon check-in, the hotel’s property management system automatically registers your passport with Tân Phong Ward Police via the Ministry of Public Security immigration portal, providing instant certified documentation required for your Work Permit and Temporary Residence Card (TRC).
How does living at Oakwood Residence compare to renting a private condominium in Phu My Hung like The Peak Midtown or The Horizon?
Renting at Oakwood Residence offers complete turn-key convenience, zero move-in friction, and total cost predictability. While a private condo requires separate setup and monthly management of internet, water, electricity bills, and private maid hiring, Oakwood bundles all services into a single corporate invoice. Furthermore, Oakwood provides 24/7 on-site hotel engineering repairs and direct indoor escalator access to SC VivoCity, making it ideal for busy executives and short- to medium-term corporate relocations. Review our Serviced Apartment vs Private Lease in Vietnam 2026 guide for detailed trade-offs.
What are the pet policies and lease term flexibility at Oakwood Residence Saigon?
Oakwood Residence Saigon permits small domestic pets (dogs and cats under 10 kg) in designated lower-floor suites upon prior management notification and payment of a standard pet sanitization deposit. Lease terms are exceptionally flexible compared to private landlords, offering contracts from 1 month to 24 months, with standard 30-day corporate diplomatic relocation clauses included in all executive agreements.
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