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Anne Hill International School
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
BritishMontessoriInternational Primary Curriculum
Ages 2–11
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Adjacent to Thao Dien, An Phu offers more modern apartments and a growing number of serviced residences. Near several international schools and the Thu Thiem bridge to District 1.
Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions
Monthly family budget estimates (USD)
A family in a 2-bedroom apartment at Estella Heights or similar, using Grab for transport, children at a local bilingual or mid-range international school.
A family in a 3-bedroom apartment at The Vista An Phu or Sala, one motorbike, children at mid-tier international school.
A penthouse or large villa in the Sala urban area, driver, children at top international schools, club memberships.
An Phu sits between Thao Dien and the city center, offering a slightly more affordable alternative with similar amenities. Modern apartment complexes like The Vista, Estella, and Sala provide polished living at lower rents than equivalent Thao Dien villas. All figures in USD; 1 USD is approximately 25,500 VND.
Average monthly AQI (US EPA scale)
Yearly average AQI is 81. Best air quality Apr–Nov (best: Sep at 50). Jan–Dec air quality worsens due to heat, humidity, and dust (peak: Jan at 120). Families with children who have asthma or respiratory conditions should plan indoor activities during summer months.
An Phu occupies the area between Thao Dien and the Saigon River to the north, blending into the rapidly developing Thu Duc City landscape. While it lacks Thao Dien's established cafe-and-boutique strip, An Phu compensates with wider roads, newer apartment complexes, and a less congested atmosphere. The Sala Urban Area development — a planned township with parks, promenades, and modern high-rises — has transformed the southern portion into one of HCMC's most polished residential zones. Expat families here tend to skew slightly younger and more career-focused, often working at multinational offices in the Thu Thiem New Urban Area nearby.
The Sala Urban Area features well-maintained parks and a landscaped promenade along the canal that runs through the development. Families jog, cycle, and walk dogs along the tree-lined paths in the cooler morning and evening hours. The Thu Thiem waterfront, currently under development, promises to become one of HCMC's premier public spaces with riverfront parks, cultural venues, and pedestrian bridges connecting to District 1. Already, the partially completed park offers expansive green space and river views rare in central HCMC.
An Phu benefits from its position between Thao Dien and the Thu Thiem New Urban Area. Ha Noi Highway (Xa Lo Ha Noi) runs through the neighborhood, providing direct access to both the city center via Thu Thiem Tunnel and to eastern suburbs. The road is wide by HCMC standards but becomes congested during peak hours. Grab remains the default transport for most families, with rides to District 1 costing 60,000-100,000 VND ($2.50-4). The Thu Thiem Bridge connects directly to District 1 in 10-15 minutes outside rush hour.
Daily life in An Phu revolves around the well-stocked An Phu Supermarket for imported goods and the local wet markets for fresh Vietnamese produce. The Sala commercial strip has attracted international cafe chains, bakeries, and small restaurants that provide everyday dining options. For larger shopping, Mega Market offers wholesale prices on household goods, while Vincom Mega Mall and AEON Mall in Thu Duc are 15-20 minutes away. The area is well-served by delivery apps — GrabFood, ShopeeFood, and Baemin bring restaurant meals to your door within 30 minutes.
An Phu shares HCMC's tropical monsoon climate with average temperatures of 25-34C year-round. The hottest months are March and April, when afternoon temperatures can touch 36-37C and the humidity makes it feel even hotter. The relative cool of December and January brings highs of 31-32C and slightly lower humidity — pleasant by Saigon standards. Air conditioning runs year-round in homes, schools, and offices, and electricity bills spike during the hottest months.
