Empress Tower
| Price range | 30-31$/m2 |
| Service charge | 7$/m2 |
| Total price | 37-38$/m2 |
| (Including service charge, excluding VAT) | |
Empress Tower anchors a Grade A office address on Hai Ba Trung Street, District 1, with additional frontages to Nguyen Dinh Chieu and Tran Cao Van. Steps from Turtle Lake and within three minutes of Metro Line 3, it offers convenient access across the city. Flexible floor plates from 85–1,200 m2 suit SMEs to large teams, supporting cost-efficient operations in central Ho Chi Minh City.
1. Location advantages of Empress Tower
Empress Tower sits at the junction of Hai Ba Trung, Nguyen Dinh Chieu and Tran Cao Van. This four-way connection enables straightforward travel to Districts 3, 2, 5 and 10 as well as Phu Nhuan and Binh Thanh, streamlining daily commuting and visitor access.
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Empress Tower on Hai Ba Trung connects seamlessly with key central districts
The building is near Turtle Lake and within three minutes of Metro Line 3. The wider area is planned for an underground urban complex expected to become a major hub in Southeast Asia—enhancing commercial potential and supporting activities such as Office for lease in District 1.
From the property, you can reach:
- Ho Chi Minh City People’s Committee and the Opera House: about 5 minutes by car.
- Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office: around 7 minutes by car.
- Consulates of China, the United States, the United Kingdom, France and Singapore: roughly 2 minutes by car.
- Tan Son Nhat Airport: approximately 4.8 km.
The tower attracts established occupiers across sectors, including Nestlé, Shinhan Bank, Indochine Partners, LG – Vina Cosmetics, Kinh Do and Kido Group.
2. Building scale and design of Empress Tower on Hai Ba Trung
Empress Tower was developed by SonKim Group with a total leasable area of 23,627 m2. The property comprises 17 upper floors, a ground floor, a mezzanine and 2 basement levels for parking.
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Empress Tower provides a wide range of leasable office sizes
Construction commenced in 2009 and the building has been in operation since 2011. Flexible leasing options are available at 85, 210, 335, 502, 900 and 1,200 m2 to match different space requirements.
Developed to Grade A standards within the office for lease in hcmc classification, the tower features a standout façade of double-layer laminated glass with aluminum frames and a PVB interlayer—providing excellent acoustic performance, blocking up to 99% of UV rays and improving energy efficiency.
Ceiling height is 2.65 m for an open, comfortable workspace. Upper floors enjoy sweeping views toward Notre Dame Cathedral, Le Van Tam Park and Independence Palace.
3. Amenities and services at Empress Tower
Empress Tower is equipped with a comprehensive suite of workplace amenities and services:
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Empress Tower on Hai Ba Trung delivers Grade A office specifications
- Dedicated pantry and lounge on every floor.
- Restrooms on each floor for men, women and people with disabilities.
- High-efficiency lighting with 100% backup power.
- Central Daikin air-conditioning.
- Five high-speed passenger lifts plus one Mitsubishi service lift (up to 1,050 kg).
- Two emergency staircases; floor-by-floor alarms and a ground-floor control center meeting fire safety standards.
- 103-camera CCTV system operating 24/7 with clear imaging.
- Smart parking: basement level 1 for cars; level 2 accommodates about 1,200 motorbikes.
Within a 200 m radius of the building:
- Nearby banking network: Shinhan Bank, Sacombank, VietCapital, HD Bank, VPBank, ACB, VietinBank.
- Five-star hotels in close proximity: Novotel, Park Hyatt Hotel, Caravelle Hotel, Sheraton Hotel.
- Retail and shopping: Shop and Go, Co.op Mart, GS25, Diamond Plaza.
- Dining options for staff lunches and client meetings: Gourmet Garden, Hoang Yen (VN), Sumo, Ashima (Japan), Pine.
4. Rental rates at Empress Tower
Rental rates at Empress Tower vary by floor area, supply and market conditions at the time of leasing. Reference costs are below:
Cost | Amount |
Base rent (Excluding VAT and service charge) | $30 – $31/m2/month |
Service charge | $7/m2/month |
Other charges | Car parking: 3,500,000 VND/month Motorbike parking: 350,000 VND/month |
Accordingly, the estimated total monthly occupancy cost at Empress Tower is around $37 – $38/m2. This is a sensible level for businesses seeking a centrally connected address in Ho Chi Minh City.
For more details on Empress Tower in District 1, contact Propertyplus.vn via hotline 0865.364.866 for free advisory support on suitable floor areas and current rental rates at the building.
Contact Information:
PROPERTYPLUS.VN
Address: 4th Floor, Kinh Do Building, 292 Tay Son, Dong Da, Hanoi
Hotline: 0865.364.866
Email: office@propertyplus.com.vn
| Price range | 30-31$/m2 |
| Service charge | 7$/m2 |
| Total price | 37-38$/m2 |
| (Including service charge, excluding VAT) | |




161 Hai Ba Trung Building
Office for rent in Ho Chi Minh City