The luxury reals estate market in Bangkok in downtown areas has boomed in recent years, with prices increasing year-after-year.
Exclusive residences have transformed the Thai Capital’s skyline, with some of these glamorous residential projects fetching high price tags.
- So where do Bangkok’s rich and famous live?
- What are Bangkok’s most expensive roads?
According to an article by The Nation Thailand, an English-language daily digital newspaper, a study was conducted by The Thai Treasury Department, that compiled data estimates on Bangkok’s priciest and most expensive land plots in the city.
The most expensive roads in the Capital
*Conversion 1 Sq. Wah. = 4 square meters
1. Silom Road (THB 700,000 to 1 million per Sq. Wah)
Often considered the original Bangkok Central Business District, Silom Road is one of the Capital’s most desirable residential addresses.
The area is well-positioned and very convenient, located at the intersection of Bangkok’s major business districts including Wireless-Lumpini, Sukhumvit and Siam.
Silom Road offers a unique living experience with leafy Sois (Side roads) peppered with independent shops and a great and active lifestyle.
2. Phloen Chit Road (Starting at THB 900,000 per Sq. Wah)
Phloen Chit Road is an exclusive stretch of road in central Bangkok that connects two unique neighbourhoods, Ploenchit and Chidlom. The area is a popular lifestyle destination for both Thais and expats, with a selection of chick restaurants, hotels , and several embassies.
Despite only being 1.2 Km in length, it is a prestigious destination with 2 luxury malls including Central Chidlom and Central Embassy catering to local residents. It is also a business hotspot with numerous office towers, and luxury condos.
3. Rajadamri Road (THB 750,000 to 900,000 per Sq.Wah)
Rajadamri Road is a highly-coveted residential road that connects Siam and Silom. The area has historically had strong ties with Thailand’s elite, and is home to many luxury condominiums and hotels.
The road is pleasantly set alongside two expansive green spaces, The Royal Bangkok Sports Club, Thailand’s first horse racecourse, a Polo Club as well as sport activities and classes for kids. Lumpini Park is Central Bangkok’s largest Public Park.
This gives the area a relaxed, laidback and refreshing environment. It is also complemented by its central well-connected location and convenience.
4. Rama I Road (THB 400,000 to 900,000 per Sq.Wah)
Rama I Road and the Siam neighbourhood is a trendy area, and famous for being Bangkok’s premier shopping and leisure district.
It is is located next to Chulalongkorn University campus, making it a vibrant and popular student hub. This complements its status as one of Bangkok’s most visited neighborhoods by international travellers and locals.
Rama I Road and the Ratchaprasong Intersection is often compared to Singapore’s Orchard Road. Some of Bangkok’s most iconic retail destinations are located in the area, such as Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, MBK and Central World.
5. Wireless Road (THB 500,000 to 750,000 per Sq.Wah)
Wireless Road is located in the Ploenchit neighborhood. It is famous for being the embassy and diplomatic quarters of Bangkok. Numerous Embassies are located there, including the United States, Australia, Japan, Italy, Hungary and Switzerland to name a few.
It s a prestigious neighborhood and it offers some of Bangkok’s most exclusive restaurants, hotels and the luxury shopping mall Central Embassy. Wireless Road also hosts Bangkok’s most expensive residence, 98 Wireless by Sansiri.
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