02/06/2026
You are caught between two luxury projects in District 1: One Central Saigon, newly launched on May 13, 2026, and Grand Marina Saigon, which has already been handed over. One offers a promising future, while the other is an established reality. How do you decide which one to choose?
Achieve Realty VN is officially distributing both projects — this article will help you analyze the reality of each.
| Criteria | One Central Saigon | Grand Marina Saigon |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Under construction, expected handover in 2029 | Handed over, Pink Book available |
| Brand | The Ritz-Carlton (first time in HCMC) | Marriott / JW Marriott |
| Price/m² | ~700 million VND (~$25-40K USD) | 375-500 million VND (~$15-20K USD) |
| Apartment Price | Not yet officially launched | 22-167 billion VND (depending on unit type) |
| Immediate Renting | ❌ No (not yet handed over) | ✅ Yes (40-210 million VND/month) |
| Pink Book | ❌ Must wait 3 years | ✅ Available immediately |
| Total Units | ~350 units (limited supply) | 1,000+ units |
Grand Marina Saigon wins ✅
If you want cash flow today, Grand Marina is the only option. The apartments have been handed over, and you can rent them out immediately for 40 to 210 million VND/month (depending on unit type, furnishing, and tower). Many investors are leveraging this cash flow to pay off bank interest or withdraw periodic profits.
One Central Saigon has not been handed over yet — there is no cash flow to be generated in the coming years. It is a project for capital appreciation, not for immediate rental yield.
One Central Saigon = High Potential ⚡
The expected price for One Central is around 700 million VND/m², nearly double that of Grand Marina (375-500 million VND/m²). However, this 700 million/m² is just a market estimate; the developer hasn't officially announced it yet.
If you believe that the power of The Ritz-Carlton + a 4-frontage location + Metro connection + limited supply (only 350 units) will drive prices up — One Central has the potential to "break" the District 1 market price records.
Grand Marina has currently stabilized at $15-20K USD/m² — there will be no more massive price shocks, only minor fluctuations tracking the broader market.
Grand Marina Saigon wins ✅
This is an absolute advantage. Grand Marina has issued Pink Books (Certificates of Ownership) to homeowners — you have actual ownership from the moment you buy. If you need to resell, mortgage at a bank, or transfer the property to a spouse — all procedures are clear and fast.
One Central will issue the Pink Book upon handover (expected in 2029). During the 3-year wait, the legal documents are "held" by the developer — you only have a Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA), not an ownership certificate.
Both projects are excellent, but differ in specific aspects
Grand Marina:
One Central Saigon:
Grand Marina Saigon wins ✅
Because it has been handed over and has the Pink Book, you can resell it at any time on the secondary market. Currently, Grand Marina has good liquidity — there are immediate buyers if you set a reasonable price. The District 1 apartment market is always active.
One Central is still "locked" with the developer until 2029 — you cannot easily resell it before then (except in very rare circumstances). This represents "tied-up capital" for 3-5 years.
Investor Profile: Practical, safe, thorough.
Investor Profile: Long-term, strategic, risk-tolerant for high returns.
Neither project is "easy commission money" from advertising. One Central is fresh, glossy news. But Grand Marina is tangible proof — you can do a site visit, meet apartment owners, understand the cash flow, and see the rental progress.
If you are a first-time luxury real estate investor, we recommend: choose Grand Marina first. From there, you will better understand what One Central is promising.
If you already have experience + reserve capital, One Central is an opportunity to "level up" your portfolio in District 1.
- Situation: Just received a 3 billion VND bonus, wants to enjoy returns from interest.
- Choice: Grand Marina (40-210 million VND/month)
- Reason: Only Grand Marina can be rented out immediately. One Central hasn't been handed over.
- Situation: Wants to set up a company office + live in a 2-3BR apartment with family.
- Choice: Hybrid (buy Grand Marina to rent/use + wait for One Central to live in).
- Reason: Grand Marina provides long-term cash flow; One Central will be the "2029 home" for the family.
- Situation: Believes in District 1's potential, but hesitates to lock up capital for 3 years.
- Choice: Grand Marina first, then transition to One Central (if prices increase).
- Reason: At Grand Marina, you have cash flow + Pink Book + the ability to resell at any time.
Answer honestly — your answers will point to the right project.
Unsure which project to choose, or want to check the current availability for both?
Achieve Realty VN is officially distributing both One Central Saigon and Grand Marina Saigon — we have updated inventory, official selling prices, and financial plans from the developers.
📞 086 888 2539 | ✉ sales@achievereal.com
Tell us: "I want to rent out immediately" or "I want to wait for the 2029 price?" — from there, we will guide you to the right project.
There is only the right project for you.
Don't let the "breaking news" of One Central's launch make you forget the certainty of Grand Marina. But also, don't be too "safe" and miss out on long-term "price surges."
Achieve Realty VN has both projects available — let us help you find the right balance.
