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Celesta Gold by Keppel, Nhà Bè (2026): Overview, Location, 420 Units, Legal Status & Launch
Celesta Gold is the newest apartment enclave of the Celesta township on Nguyễn Hữu Thọ Street, Nhà Bè (South Saigon), jointly developed by Keppel (Singapore), Phú Long (Vietnam) and Nomura Real Estate (Japan). It comprises two 25-storey towers with 420 one- to four-bedroom units (48.4–138.5 m² net) on a 1.28-ha site and holds Singapore’s BCA Green Mark Gold certification. The show units are open and bookings have been accepted since 2 November 2026; the sale and purchase agreement (SPA) is expected in December 2026 and handover in December 2027. Foreigners can buy, at the same price as Vietnamese buyers.
This guide is based on the developer’s official sales kit released in November 2026: location, scale, unit mix, amenities, legal documents and what to weigh before buying.
Table of contents
What Is Celesta Gold — The Newest Enclave of the Celesta Township
The 6.2-ha Celesta township on Nguyễn Hữu Thọ Street is Keppel’s master-planned community in South Saigon, which also includes the earlier Celesta Rise and Celesta Heights. Celesta Gold is the next phase, on 1.28 ha, developed by the project company Nha Be Real Estate JSC.
The design follows a contemporary neo-tropical style: two towers on one podium, a double-height lobby, a two-storey clubhouse, and residential lobbies kept separate from the retail entrance. The name draws on El Dorado, the legendary city of gold. The podium holds more than 4,500 m² of retail space for residents.
Celesta Gold · Keppel – Phú Long – Nomura · South Saigon · Source: project material
Location: Nguyễn Hữu Thọ, Nhà Bè — and South Saigon’s Infrastructure
Celesta Gold sits on Nguyễn Hữu Thọ Street in Nhà Bè, next to Phú Mỹ Hưng via the Nguyễn Văn Linh – Nguyễn Hữu Thọ junction. Developer travel-time estimates:
- 5–10 minutes: Nhà Bè General Hospital, RMIT University, Tôn Đức Thắng University, Victoria School, Wellspring, Vietnam Australia International School (VAS), SC VivoCity, Tâm Anh Hospital and a future Metro Line 4 station.
- 10–15 minutes: Crescent Mall, FV Hospital, Lotte Mart, Saigon South Golf Club, SECC, Bến Nhà Rồng – Khánh Hội park.
- About 20 minutes: District 1 (Bến Thành Market, Notre-Dame Cathedral).
Long-term value in South Saigon is tied to infrastructure under way: Metro Line 4 (Thạnh Xuân – Hiệp Phước, with a planned underground station near the project), Thủ Thiêm 4 bridge, Phú Mỹ 2 bridge to Đồng Nai (the developer estimates 30–35 minutes to Long Thành International Airport once complete), Ring Road 3, the Bến Lức – Long Thành expressway, the widening of Nguyễn Hữu Thọ and Nguyễn Tất Thành, plus the Cần Giờ bridge and the Cần Giờ – Vũng Tàu sea crossing.
Read this in context: most of these projects are still planned or under construction. Travel times are developer estimates; buyers should track the actual progress of each project.
Celesta Gold on the Nguyễn Hữu Thọ axis, on the Metro Line 4 spine · Source: project material
Scale and Delivery Team: 2 Towers, 25 Storeys, 420 Units
According to the official brochure, Celesta Gold has 420 apartments in two 25-storey towers, more than 50 amenities (59 numbered facilities on the amenity plan) and over 4,500 m² of retail. It holds BCA Green Mark Gold (Building and Construction Authority, Singapore) and won Best Well-Being Condo Development at the PropertyGuru Vietnam Property Awards.
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Developers | Keppel · Phú Long · Nomura Real Estate |
| Concept architect | AWP Architects |
| Landscape | Belt Collins |
| Interior design | ONG&ONG |
| Interior design and fit-out | Takashimaya Interior |
| Main contractor | Coteccons |
| Lifts | KONE |
| M&E | Kurihara Vietnam |
| Façade | Tacheng |
Unit Mix: 420 Apartments From 1 to 4 Bedrooms
Each typical floor (levels 5–24) has 20 units; level 4 also has 20 units but no four-bedrooms. There are no duplexes or penthouses. Realtique counted the following mix from the developer’s floor plans (the developer has not published a count by type, so check against the sales inventory):
| Unit type | Typical plans | Gross area | Net (carpet) area | Bed / Bath | Units (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 1BR-1 · 1BR-2 | 51.9 – 66.2 m² | 48.4 – 60.6 m² | 1 / 1 | 23 |
| 2 bedroom, compact (2BS) | 2BS-1a … 1d | 78.1 – 78.9 m² | 72.8 – 73.8 m² | 2 / 2 | 84 |
| 2 bedroom, large (2BL) | 2BL-2a … 2d, 2aM | 85.3 – 85.5 m² | 79.9 – 80.1 m² | 2 / 2 | 168 |
| 3 bedroom | 3BR-1 · 3BR-2 · 3BR-3a/b/c | 110.2 – 115.7 m² | 103.4 – 109.0 m² | 3 / 2 | 105 |
| 4 bedroom | 4BR-1a · 4BR-1b | 147.3 m² | 137.4 – 138.5 m² | 4 / 3 | 40 |
The core product is the large two-bedroom (2BL, about 80 m² net) with 168 units — 40% of the project. One-bedrooms are scarce (23 units) and there are only 40 four-bedrooms. Every plan, both floor plans and the difference between the two fit-out packages are in the Celesta Gold floor plans guide.
Amenities: 59 Facilities Across Four Levels
Amenities are spread over the ground floor, level 1, level 3 and the rooftop. Highlights:
- Ngoc Lam pool — a 50-metre salt-chlorinated pool with a light jacuzzi, sauna and children’s water play.
- Riverside jogging path, the Golden landscape bridge, a putting green, yoga lawn, organic garden, pet park and EV charging.
- Clubhouse with an exclusive lounge, karaoke and multi-purpose rooms; level 1 has a golf simulator, gym, yoga, pilates and a recovery room.
- Rooftop: open-air cinema, Skyline Dining, sky sports court, organic garden and a stargazing deck.
Celesta Gold Launch 2026: Booking, Payment Plans and Incentives
The sales policy of 2 November 2026 sets the booking at 7 chỉ of gold (0.7 tael, about VND 100 million), a 2% early-booking discount, two years of free management fees and 52 weeks of coached fitness training. There are three payment plans: standard (30% paid before handover), fast-pay (7% cashback) and interest-support (20% own funds, with the developer covering 100% of loan interest until 12 months after handover).
Unit prices are provided on request (price: on request) because they depend on floor, view, fit-out package and the payment plan you choose. Call or WhatsApp +84 866 810 689, or leave your details at the end of this article for a costing of the exact unit you are considering. Full breakdown: Celesta Gold launch 2026 — booking and payment plans.
Legal Status: The Documents the Developer Has Published
The sales kit lists the project’s legal file. These are the documents worth seeing in original form at signing:
| Document | Reference |
|---|---|
| Land use right and housing ownership certificate | CK 097000 |
| Investment policy approval | 5399/QĐ-UBND |
| Land allocation decision | 6254/QĐ-UBND |
| 1/500 detailed master plan approval | 562/QĐ-UBND |
| Feasibility study appraisal notice | 14676/SXD-QLXDCT |
| Construction permit exemption | 15647/SXD-QLXDCT |
| Construction commencement notice | NB-CG-TB-01 |
| Construction acceptance inspection notice | 34416/SXD-QLCLCT |
| Bank guarantee contract for off-plan housing + guarantee commitment | 012026-HĐBLNHCT908 · 939/CV-CN4-KHDN FDI |
Importantly, the project already has a bank guarantee contract for off-plan housing — a legal precondition for the developer to collect payments under the SPA. Ask for the guarantee letter covering your specific unit when you sign.
Can Foreigners Buy Celesta Gold? Price, Quota and Ownership Term
Yes. As a commercial apartment project, Celesta Gold is open to foreign individuals who have legally entered Vietnam, within the cap of 30% of units per building, on a 50-year ownership term that can be extended. The 2 November 2026 sales policy states that the price for foreign buyers is the same as for Vietnamese buyers — no foreigner premium.
- What you sign: a standard SPA directly with the developer; the title certificate is issued in your name after handover.
- Paying: payments are made in VND through a Vietnamese bank account; keep inward remittance records for a future sale and repatriation.
- Before booking: ask how many foreign-quota units remain in your chosen tower.
- Overseas Vietnamese who hold Vietnamese nationality buy as domestic buyers.
The Developers: Keppel – Phú Long – Nomura
- Keppel (Singapore): a global asset manager and operator present in more than 20 countries; in Vietnam, Saigon Centre, Celesta Rise and Saigon Sports City.
- Phú Long (Vietnam): developer of Dragon City, Essensia Nam Sài Gòn, Swanbay and Mailand Hanoi City.
- Nomura Real Estate (Japan): founded 1957, entered Vietnam in 2015 with The Peak (Phú Mỹ Hưng Midtown) and set up Nomura Real Estate Vietnam in 2019.
Celesta Gold vs Celesta Heights
Both belong to the Celesta township but are separate phases. Celesta Heights launched in 2021, was delayed, and in 2026 the developer refunded buyers’ deposits. Celesta Gold is a new phase with two additional partners, Phú Long and Nomura, and its own scale, legal file and policy.
The November 2026 policy gives former Celesta Heights buyers a VND 100 million voucher towards a Celesta Gold unit (non-transferable). When researching, note that many sites still quote Heights figures (300 units, 20 storeys, 2 ha) for Gold — Celesta Gold is 420 units, 25 storeys, 1.28 ha.
Realtique’s Verdict: Strengths and What to Weigh
Strengths. (1) A Singapore–Vietnam–Japan developer partnership, Coteccons as main contractor and BCA Green Mark Gold. (2) A compact 420-unit scheme with a 50 m pool and amenities on four levels. (3) A legal file that already includes the land certificate, permit exemption and bank guarantee. (4) Only 30% payable before handover on the standard plan, and equal pricing for foreigners.
What to weigh. (1) Handover is expected in December 2027 — this is still an off-plan purchase. (2) Much of South Saigon’s infrastructure is still on paper. (3) Standard Fitted units come without kitchen cabinets, air-conditioning or wardrobes — budget for these. (4) After 12 months from handover the buyer pays interest (capped at 6% p.a. until month 24, then at the bank’s rate).
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Celesta Gold and who is the developer?
Celesta Gold is on Nguyễn Hữu Thọ Street, Nhà Bè district, Ho Chi Minh City, within the 6.2-ha Celesta township. It is jointly developed by Keppel, Phú Long and Nomura Real Estate; the project company is Nha Be Real Estate JSC.
How many units does Celesta Gold have and what sizes?
There are 420 units in two 25-storey towers: one-bedrooms (48.4–60.6 m² net), two-bedrooms (72.8–80.1 m²), three-bedrooms (103.4–109 m²) and four-bedrooms (about 138 m²).
When does Celesta Gold launch and hand over?
Bookings opened on 2 November 2026. Under the sales policy, the SPA is expected in December 2026 and handover in December 2027.
How much does Celesta Gold cost?
Unit prices depend on floor, view, fit-out package and payment plan, and are provided on request. Contact Realtique on +84 866 810 689 for a costing of a specific unit.
Can foreigners buy Celesta Gold?
Yes. Foreigners can own apartments here within the 30% per-building quota, on a 50-year renewable term. The sales policy states that foreign buyers pay the same price as Vietnamese buyers.
How much is the booking fee?
The booking fee is 7 chỉ (0.7 tael) of gold, about VND 100 million per booking. Early bookings receive a 2% discount under the 2 November 2026 policy.
What legal documents does Celesta Gold have?
The developer lists a land use right certificate (CK 097000), investment policy approval 5399/QĐ-UBND, land allocation 6254/QĐ-UBND, 1/500 plan approval 562/QĐ-UBND, a construction permit exemption, a commencement notice and a bank guarantee contract for off-plan housing.
Is Celesta Gold the same as Celesta Heights?
No. They are separate phases of the Celesta township. Celesta Gold has 420 units, 25 storeys on 1.28 ha, developed with Phú Long and Nomura; former Celesta Heights buyers receive a VND 100 million voucher on a Celesta Gold unit.
⚠️ Note: Figures are taken from the developer’s Celesta Gold sales kit released in November 2026 (brochure, floor plans, fit-out specifications of August 2026, sales policy of 2 November 2026). The unit count by type is Realtique’s own count from the floor plans. Images are artist’s impressions. Travel times and infrastructure timelines are developer estimates. Policies may change between sales phases; foreign-ownership rules reflect current law. This article is not investment, financial or legal advice.
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Grace Le
Grace Le advises local, overseas-Vietnamese and foreign clients on apartments across South Saigon — from checking the developer’s stamped price list against broker quotes, to confirming the eligible-to-sell paperwork and the remaining foreign-ownership quota, and comparing payment terms across projects on the Nguyễn Hữu Thọ axis before you place a deposit.
