How much does a long-term rental cost in Dalat?

A simple studio or room runs roughly 3-5 million VND per month; a nicer furnished apartment 7-12 million; houses and villas 15 million and up, often split between housemates.

Do I need a deposit for a rental in Dalat?

Yes, typically one to two months' rent as a deposit, sometimes with the first and last month paid upfront. Get the terms in writing, even informally over chat.

Where do expats find rentals in Dalat?

Facebook groups, word of mouth through the local community chat, and increasingly listings inside the Dalat App — often better value than agencies since there's no middleman markup.

Dalat Guide › Long-term rentals

Finding a Long-Term Rental in Dalat

Updated 2026 · By the Dalat App community

Dalat's rental market rewards patience and local connections more than big property sites — the best places rarely make it to a formal listing before someone in a Facebook group or chat snaps them up. Here's how to actually find one.

Typical prices

Simple room / studio: 3–5 million VND/month
Furnished apartment: 7–12 million VND/month
House or villa: 15 million VND/month and up, often shared between housemates to bring the per-person cost down

See our full cost of living breakdown for how rent fits into a monthly budget.

Where to actually look

Local community chats — the fastest way to hear about a place before it's public. Landlords who already trust the community often prefer renting this way.
Facebook groups — "Dalat Expats" and similar groups post listings regularly, though quality varies.
The Dalat App housing section — listings from real local landlords, no agency mark-up, message the owner directly.
Walking the neighbourhood you like — "for rent" signs (often in Vietnamese) are still common and sometimes the best deals never get posted online at all.

Browse real listings, message owners directly

The Dalat App's housing section lists places from local landlords the community already knows — no agency fees, no middleman.

🏠 Browse housing listings 💬 Ask in the community chat

What to check before signing

Water pressure and hot water — test the shower, not just the tap.
Internet speed — run a speed test on-site if you'll be working remotely.
Noise — visit in the evening too; a quiet daytime street can be a different story at night.
Mould and damp — Dalat's climate is cool and humid; check corners and under furniture, especially in older buildings.
What's actually included — utilities, wifi, furniture, cleaning — get it specific, not just "everything's included."

Deposits & agreements

Expect to pay a deposit of one to two months' rent, sometimes with the first month (or more) upfront. Written agreements are common but not universal — even an informal written summary over chat is worth having, covering price, deposit, notice period and what happens if something breaks.

Red flags

Landlord unwilling to show the actual unit, only photos.
Pressure to pay a large deposit before you've seen the place in person.
No clarity on who pays for repairs or maintenance issues.

FAQ

How much is rent in Dalat?

Roughly 3-5M VND for a simple room, 7-12M for a furnished apartment, 15M+ for a house — often shared to cut per-person cost.

Do I need a deposit?

Yes, typically one to two months' rent, sometimes with the first month upfront. Get terms in writing.

Where do people find rentals?

Community chats, Facebook groups, and increasingly the Dalat App's housing section — direct from local landlords.

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