What a Low-Income Apartment in Vietnam Is Really Like

Today, I am showing you the unfiltered reality of a Low-Income Apartment in Vietnam, exploring a residential complex built between 1970 and 1985. This is a side of Vietnamese daily life that most tourists never see, highlighting how local families adapt to living in 30-square-meter spaces. We explore the narrow corridors, structural challenges, and the creative metal extensions families build for extra room. I also break down the true cost of living in Vietnam for residents here, revealing that rent costs between $150 and $250 a month. From the community vegetable stalls and a $1.20 sidewalk haircut to eating a classic pate banh mi, this is an honest look at real life in Vietnam. How does affordable housing and community life compare in your city? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below. 00:00 - Exploring a Low-Income Community 03:00 - Building History and Metal Extensions 04:12 - Inside the Deteriorating Stairwells 08:46 - Corridor Life and Local Demographics 10:18 - Inside a 30sqm Apartment ($150 Rent) 13:22 - Neighborhood Street Businesses 14:10 - Sidewalk Shoe Shine Experience 17:38 - Getting a Sidewalk Haircut 19:10 - Eating a Classic Pate Banh Mi