Life in Vietnam after leaving the USA for Vietnam

#usa I Live in Ho Chi Minh , Vietnam for $450 Month Rent Take a look inside my apartment Living in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on a $450 per month rent sounds unreal, but this is my real everyday life. In this video, I take you inside my fully furnished two-bedroom apartment in Ho Chi Minh City, giving a real apartment tour that shows exactly what $450 a month gets you in Vietnam, including the living space, bedroom, balcony, and building amenities. I moved to Vietnam from the United States after what was supposed to be a 3-week vacation, and that short trip turned into 9 years living in Saigon. Throughout this video, I break down the true cost of living in Vietnam, including monthly rent in Ho Chi Minh City, daily expenses, food costs, transportation, and how life here compares to the United States in terms of safety, lifestyle, and overall quality of life. This video also shows what expat life in Vietnam is really like, from raising a child in Vietnam and navigating international schools, to why many Americans are choosing to move abroad for more freedom, lower expenses, and a better work-life balance. I also share how easy it is for expats to live comfortably in Southeast Asia, whether you’re teaching English, working remotely, or building multiple income streams. If you’re thinking about moving to Vietnam, retiring abroad, or you’re curious about how Americans live overseas, this video offers a raw and honest look at daily life in Ho Chi Minh City, including why Vietnam has become one of the most popular destinations for expats looking for affordable rent, incredible food, and a safe, vibrant city lifestyle. Guest Info : https://www.facebook.com/share/1A6wFS...    / @damiencoletv   Chapters: 00:00 – Why a 3-Week Trip to Vietnam Turned Into 9 Years 01:12 – Who I Am & Why I Live in Ho Chi Minh City 02:05 – First Impressions of Saigon (Culture Shock & Energy) 03:04 – Apartment Tour Begins | $450/Month Rent in Vietnam 04:00 – Living Room, Kids’ Space & Daily Life 05:12 – Bedroom & Work Setup (Remote Work in Vietnam) 06:10 – Acting, Creative Life & Filmmaking in Vietnam 07:04 – Raising a Child in Vietnam (Safety & Schools) 07:46 – Balcony View & Neighborhood Lifestyle 08:40 – Activities for Kids & Family Life in Vietnam 09:23 – What Living in Vietnam Taught Me About Patience 10:03 – Transportation Costs (Motorbike Life vs Car Life) 10:50 – Monthly Rent Breakdown & Building Amenities 11:24 – Teaching English & Working as an Expat 11:51 – Food Costs in Vietnam (Daily Meals Under $5) 13:15 – Hidden Cafes, Gyms & Saigon Street Life 14:02 – Grocery Shopping & Paying with QR Codes 16:01 – The Moment I Realized I’d Stay in Vietnam 17:29 – Why I Feel Safer Living in Vietnam Than the USA 18:27 – Financial Freedom & Quality of Life Abroad 19:04 – Hustle Culture & Multiple Income Streams 21:01 – “America Is Toast” – Why I Didn’t Go Back 22:29 – Vietnamese Food, Coffee & Daily Culture 24:15 – Cost of Living in San Francisco vs Vietnam 25:59 – Why Vietnam Is Perfect for Creative People 27:25 – Culture Shock (Or Lack of It) 28:00 – Friendships & Vietnamese Hospitality 29:04 – Is Vietnam Really Safe? (Honest Truth) 30:18 – Feeling Wealthier Abroad Without Being Rich 31:38 – What Wealth Really Means to Me Now 32:22 – Important Advice for New Expats in Vietnam 33:30 – Avoiding Scams & Using Common Sense 34:52 – Where I See Myself in 5 Years 35:39 – What I’d Do Differently If I Started Over 36:40 – Final Advice for Anyone Moving to Vietnam Produced by: Team Relocated Director : Zoey Pham cinematography :Thuong Nguyen Color Grading : Relocated Subscribe to Relocated :    / @relocatedd   Thanks to : Damien Cole About Relocated Relocated is a documentary series that follows the emotional, financial, and cultural journeys of people who leave their home countries to build new lives abroad. Each episode explores why they left, where they went, how they adapted, and what life really looks like after the move—from housing and cost of living to identity, safety, family, and personal freedom. Through real apartment tours, day-in-the-life storytelling, and honest conversations, Relocated goes beyond the highlight reel to show the truth behind starting over in a new country. The series documents expats, creatives, families, and solo movers navigating unfamiliar systems, new cultures, and the trade-offs that come with choosing a different life. Relocated isn’t about escaping—it’s about redefining success, regaining control, and discovering what “home” means when you choose it for yourself. I Live in Ho Chi Minh , Vietnam for $450 Month Rent Take a look inside my apartment #relocated #usa #livingabroad #costofliving #vietnam #motivation #inspiration #life #retirement #us #costofliving