District 3 I Top 10 The best office buildings for lease - 2026

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Category: Office Leasing — Ho Chi Minh City  |  May 2026  |  ⏱ 8-min read

District 3 is one of Ho Chi Minh City's most dynamic business districts — where French colonial architecture meets a thriving modern office ecosystem. Bordered by Districts 1, 10, Tan Binh, Binh Thanh and Phu Nhuan, it offers a strategic location for businesses seeking a central address at a more competitive price point than District 1.

The district currently hosts over 100 office buildings across all grades, with an average asking rent of around USD 25/sqm — approximately 20% below District 1 — while offering fully integrated infrastructure and professional building management. Below is SEE THE SPACE's curated ranking of the top 10 office buildings in District 3 for 2026, assessed on location, building grade, rental rates and service quality.

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* Rental rates exclude service charge and VAT. Contact STS for the most current pricing.

Building-by-Building Breakdown

1. Daikin Tower — Grade A

�� 10 Cong Truong Quoc Te, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3     �� $42–$47/sqm     �� Typical floor: ~800 sqm

Daikin Tower is one of District 3's most prestigious Grade A office buildings, fronting Cong Truong Quoc Te — the iconic boulevard overlooking Turtle Lake. Its defining advantage is achieving three simultaneous international green building certifications: LEED V4 (USA), LOTUS Platinum (Vietnam) and WELL — the global standard for workplace health and wellbeing. With a GFA of 18,868 sqm, typical floor plates of approximately 800 sqm and a ceiling height of 2.7m, Daikin Tower delivers a spacious, world-class working environment.

• Triple-certified green building: LEED V4 + LOTUS Platinum + WELL — meeting the highest ESG standards

• Smart raised flooring system — optimises technical infrastructure layout and cabling

• Iconic Turtle Lake views — premier brand positioning in central District 3

• Next-generation Daikin HVAC system — energy-efficient and operationally superior

• Best suited for: Multinational corporations, ESG-committed businesses, premium technology firms

2. Centec Tower — Grade A

�� 72–74 Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3     �� $36–$37/sqm     �� Typical floor: ~1,178 sqm

Centec Tower is District 3's most established Grade A landmark, prominently positioned on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street. Developed by Sao Phuong Nam Corporation and in operation since 2009, the building offers over 27,000 sqm of total leasable area with a typical floor plate of 1,178 sqm. Its surroundings — five-star hotels, major banks and consulate offices — make it an ideal address for businesses that prioritise brand prestige and corporate image.

• 26 above-ground floors + 3 basement levels

• High-speed passenger lifts, central air-conditioning, 24/7 CCTV

• Best suited for: Large enterprises, international representative offices, law firms, financial institutions

3. Pearl 5 Building — Grade A

�� 5 Le Quy Don, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3     �� $36–$38/sqm     �� Typical floor: 804–1,058 sqm

Developed by SSG Group — the developer behind Saigon Pearl, Pearl Plaza and Thao Dien Pearl — Pearl 5 Building upholds the premium quality standards associated with the Pearl portfolio. Its proximity to the Reunification Palace and key government institutions makes it particularly well suited to businesses requiring a diplomatic address and strong institutional profile.

• 3 basement levels spanning 4,848 sqm, accommodating 40 cars and 800 motorcycles

• Flexible floor plates: 804 sqm (floors 6–17) to 1,058 sqm (floors 3–5)

• Best suited for: Corporations, international organisations, government representative offices

4. Yteco Office Tower — Grade B

�� 181 Nguyen Dinh Chieu, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3     �� $28–$30/sqm     �� Typical floor: 40–396 sqm

Yteco Office Tower is one of District 3's newest office buildings, occupying a strategic corner at the intersection of Nguyen Dinh Chieu and Cach Mang Thang Tam. Developed by Ho Chi Minh City Medical Import-Export JSC, the building features a full double-glazed glass facade that maximises natural light and creates a contemporary open-plan aesthetic. Total leasable area reaches 4,000 sqm with flexible floor plates from 40 sqm to 396 sqm, accommodating a wide range of business sizes.

• 12 above-ground floors + 3 basement levels | 3 lifts at 3.0 m/s

• Double-glazed glass facade — optimises thermal insulation, natural light and architectural aesthetics

• Strategic intersection location — fast connectivity to Districts 1 and 10

• Best suited for: Healthcare, pharmaceutical, technology companies, growing SMEs

5. The Nexx Building — Grade B

�� 82 3/2 Street, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3     �� $28–$29/sqm     �� Typical floor: 2 basement levels

The Nexx Building has been likened to a green jewel, its three-sided glass design standing out prominently along Pham Ngoc Thach Street and flooding the interior with natural light. The building offers a refined, contemporary workspace with dual-tube LED lighting throughout, high-quality sound-insulated partition walls and premium floor finishes — creating an environment that balances sophistication with practical comfort.

• 2 basement parking levels — a significant advantage in District 3's dense urban core

• Modern open-plan design, three-sided glass facade for maximum natural light

• Best suited for: Mid-sized companies seeking modern, open workspaces

6. Halo Building Signature — Grade B

�� 257 Dien Bien Phu, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3     �� Contact STS     �� Typical floor: 1,100 sqm

Halo Building Signature occupies a prominent frontage on Dien Bien Phu — a major arterial road intersecting key thoroughfares including Hai Ba Trung, Dinh Tien Hoang, Ba Huyen Thanh Quan, Cach Mang Thang 8 and Hoang Sa. This location provides outstanding multi-directional connectivity to Districts 1, 10, Phu Nhuan and Binh Thanh — ideal for businesses that require seamless intra-city mobility.

• 16 above-ground floors + 2 basement levels | 4 passenger lifts

• Total leasable area: 13,692 sqm | Typical floor: 1,100 sqm

• High-visibility frontage on Dien Bien Phu — strong brand recognition

• Best suited for: Medium to large enterprises requiring wide floor plates and central multi-district connectivity

7. Alpha Tower — Grade B

�� 151B Vo Thi Sau, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3     �� $28–$30/sqm     �� Typical floor: ~450 sqm

Alpha Tower offers over 5,000 sqm of total leasable area with highly flexible floor plates from as small as 30 sqm — making it one of the most accessible entry points for startups and SMEs seeking a central District 3 address. Competitive pricing relative to its location is the building's most compelling advantage.

• Flexible floors from 30 sqm — ideal for startups, SMEs and satellite offices

• 1 basement parking level, conveniently located on Vo Thi Sau Street

• Best suited for: Startups, SMEs, small-scale representative offices

8. A&T Building — Grade B

�� 171 Hai Ba Trung, Xuan Hoa Ward, District 3     �� $26–$28+/sqm     �� Typical floor: 225 sqm

A&T Building is situated at 171 Hai Ba Trung — a central District 3 address offering excellent connectivity to key business and diplomatic destinations across Ho Chi Minh City. The building is well positioned for businesses requiring proximity to international consulates and government institutions.

• 14 above-ground floors + 3 basement levels

• Service charge: USD 5+/sqm/month

• 2 minutes to the Consulate General of China | 5 minutes to the Consulate General of the United States

• 7 minutes to Turtle Lake, Le Van Tam Park and Notre Dame Cathedral

• Best suited for: International trading companies, businesses with diplomatic and government partners

9. L'Mak The Signature — Grade B+

�� 16 Vo Van Tan, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3     �� $25–$30/sqm     �� Typical floor: N/A

L'Mak Building occupies a prime position on the busy Vo Van Tan corridor — a Grade B+ development with striking architectural design. It represents an ideal middle-ground option for businesses seeking a premium aesthetic without the cost commitment of a Grade A building, particularly suited to tenants requiring larger floor areas.

• Contemporary architecture with high-specification glass curtain wall

• Best suited for: Technology, media, legal and real estate companies

10. Lim Tower 2 — Grade B

�� 62A Cach Mang Thang Tam, Vo Thi Sau Ward, District 3     �� $26–$28/sqm     �� Typical floor: N/A

Lim Tower 2 offers one of the most competitive rental rates among Grade A buildings in District 3, with pricing well below Centec Tower and Pearl 5. The building's three basement levels — accommodating 120 cars and 800 motorcycles — rank among the largest parking provisions in the Grade A segment in this area.

• Grade A quality at a competitive price point — ideal for businesses upgrading their office profile

• 3 basement levels: 120 cars + 800 motorcycles

• Best suited for: Mid-sized businesses seeking Grade A credentials on an optimised budget

District 3 Office Market Overview — 2026

Total office buildings: Over 100 buildings across all grades

Grade A supply: 3 buildings — Daikin Tower, Centec Tower, Pearl 5 Building

Average asking rent: ~USD 25/sqm — approximately 20% below District 1

Rental range: From USD 12/sqm (Grade C) to USD 47/sqm (Grade A)

Floor plate flexibility: From 30 sqm (Alpha Tower) to 1,178 sqm/floor (Centec Tower)

Key attributes: Central location, connectivity to 5 districts, well-integrated transport infrastructure

Explore office spaces in other districts:

Office for Lease — District 1  /  Office for Lease — Binh Thanh  /  Office for Lease — Phu Nhuan  /  Office for Lease — District 10