A Deep Dive into Late Sukhumvit: Phra Khanong-Punnawithi-Udom Suk. Why Is This Area Worth Watching? Great for Living, Even Better for Investing!
Late Sukhumvit (Phra Khanong-Punnawithi) is quickly becoming a prime location for both living and investment. With its convenient connectivity to the city center and property prices that are more accessible than Thonglor-Ekamai, this area offers significant growth potential and a complete range of amenities. In this article, BC will take you on a deep dive into the potential of this neighborhood and why late Sukhumvit is becoming "the golden location of the future."
The Surrounding Area: What Makes Late Sukhumvit So Good?
Late Sukhumvit is a zone served by the BTS Green Line, from On Nut to Bearing, making it easy to travel into the city. It is also an area undergoing significant development with many important projects.
Key Projects and Office Buildings:
True Digital Park: The largest tech and startup hub in Southeast Asia.
M Tower, 66 Tower, Bitec Buri: Major office buildings and employment centers.
Cloud 11 (expected to open in 2025): A new hub for creators.
Bangkok Mall (expected to open in 2026-2028): A landmark-level mega mall.
These projects will enhance the area's potential and make late Sukhumvit an ideal residential choice for both office workers and investors.
Resale Condo Prices in Late Sukhumvit: Is It a Good Investment?
The average resale price for a condo in the late Sukhumvit area is around 90,000 - 130,000 THB/sq.m. High-rise projects average 154,000 THB/sq.m., while low-rise projects average 113,000 THB/sq.m. The average price at each station does not vary significantly, except for Bang Chak station, which only has low-rise projects. The price difference between high-rise and low-rise projects is approximately 27%.
Phra Khanong station has the highest average price in the area at 133,000 THB/sq.m., as it is adjacent to Thonglor and Ekamai. This is followed by Punnawithi at 125,000 THB/sq.m. and On Nut at 123,000 THB/sq.m
Rental Yield and Return on Investment
The rental yield for a condo in late Sukhumvit is quite good, ranging from 4-6% with an average of 5.4%. Starting rent is around 9,000 THB/month, or 410 THB/sq.m. Condos near Bang Chak station have the best average yield at 5.6% because their prices are not as high as in neighboring areas like On Nut and Punnawithi, while rental rates are similar.
Why are late Sukhumvit condos a good investment?
Rental rates are similar to central Sukhumvit, but condo prices are still lower.
Proximity to employment hubs creates high rental demand.
It's an excellent choice for long-term rental investment.
Who is Late Sukhumvit for?
Professionals: Individuals working in central Sukhumvit (Asok-Ekamai) or along the BTS Sukhumvit line who frequently need to travel into the city. The area offers affordable condo prices compared to nearby zones like Thonglor and Ekamai, with the same convenient access. The BTS Sukhumvit line allows for quick transfers to the MRT Blue Line, providing fast travel to Siam, Asok, and Silom, and connecting to other areas like Bang Na and Rama 9.
Investors: The rental yield in this area is considered quite good, making it a solid choice for buy-to-let investors.
10 Condos with Remaining Units near BTS Phra Khanong – Punnawithi
In the late Sukhumvit area, there are 10 condo projects near the BTS with remaining units. These are concentrated at Phra Khanong station (5 projects), On Nut station (1 project), and Punnawithi station (4 projects).
8 ready-to-move-in projects with 1,245 units remaining.
2 projects to be completed in 2025 with 400 units remaining.
Featured Condos in Late Sukhumvit (Phra Khanong-Punnawithi)
A high-ceiling condo in a vibrant city-zone location on Rama 4 Road. The area is filled with the lively lifestyles of Ekamai, Thonglor, and Phrom Phong, offering everything you need for dining, drinking, entertainment, and work. It's one station from Phra Khanong BTS to Ekamai and a single trip to BTS Asok - MRT Sukhumvit. It's also easy to drive to Phrom Phong - Thonglor and just a few minutes from two major expressways (Ram Inthra-At Narong & Bang Na-Dao Khanong). The project features a new-style, three-story central facility with over 5,000 square meters of space, designed for the modern urban lifestyle of Work – Active – Retreat.
A new condo from AP, located on Sukhumvit Road just 200 meters from BTS On Nut. It features a new room design called "Multi Worth Living Space," specifically created for the new ASPIRE, catering to every dimension of life. It’s close to all conveniences, including office buildings, restaurants, and cafes, making it perfect for both living and investment.
A condominium close to the expressway, BTS, important landmarks, and a host of leading lifestyle areas with a full range of amenities. It’s just 200 meters from the expressway and a 5-minute trip to the BTS Green Line (Phra Khanong and On Nut stations). The project offers a shuttle service and is close to 7-Eleven, Habito Mall, Big C, Lotus, and Century Plaza.
Located directly opposite a major landmark, True Digital Park (only 200m away), this project is also surrounded by mega-projects like Cloud 11 (350m away) and Bangkok Mall (2km away), both expected to be completed in 2025. It offers convenient travel, being just 450m from the BTS Green Line (Punnawithi station) and close to the Chalerm Maha Nakhon Expressway entrances on Soi Sukhumvit 62 and Soi Sukhumvit 50, making it easy to get into the city.
"Late Sukhumvit" is an ideal location for both personal residence and real estate investment. It's very close to CBDs like Thonglor, Ekamai, and Asok, with convenient travel via the BTS Sukhumvit line. It's also near the Bang Na area, making it easy to get both in and out of the city. Condo prices are not yet high compared to neighboring areas like Thonglor and Ekamai, and amenities are complete with shopping malls, community malls, restaurants, hospitals, and schools.
Udom Suk: An Easy-Living Neighborhood Becoming a Key Turning Point for Bangkok
Udom Suk, or Sukhumvit 103 Road, may have once been just a transit point between the city and suburbs. Today, however, it is becoming a destination for quality living for urbanites seeking a balance between city life and a charming, local simplicity.
More than just a location near the BTS, Udom Suk is a "small city within a big city" with a complete range of great restaurants, trendy cafes, community malls, and diverse transportation options.
A New Choice for Urbanites Tired of the CBD Hustle
Over the past few years, a significant trend has emerged in the Bangkok real estate market: working professionals who are tired of Thonglor and Asok are beginning to move to late Sukhumvit to find larger spaces at lower prices, without sacrificing convenient travel.
Udom Suk perfectly meets this demand because:
Condo prices per square meter are still 30-40% lower than in inner Sukhumvit.
It’s close to employment hubs in Punnawithi and Bang Na, such as True Digital Park, Bitec, and Cloud 11.
There are plenty of local and modern restaurants scattered throughout the area, without relying solely on large malls.
It's a neighborhood where you can live comfortably without a car.
True Everyday Living: Urban Life Without the Rush
If you've ever felt that life in Thonglor is a chaotic mix of traffic jams and constant rush, Udom Suk offers the opposite feeling.
It has both fresh markets and hip cafes within walking distance.
There are well-sized community malls like One Udomsuk and Udomsuk Walk.
You'll find street food vendors open from morning until late, as well as unique indie restaurants.
It's close to public green spaces like King Rama IX Park and Bang Na Park.
It's a neighborhood where you can walk, bike, or take the BTS every day without needing a car.
This makes Udom Suk increasingly appealing to people aged 28-45, especially those in creative, tech, or freelance professions, who want a flexible lifestyle without the high cost of living in the city center.
Investment Opportunities
Although condo prices in Udom Suk are starting to rise with the area's growing popularity, they remain at a level that makes for a low-risk investment.
Reasons why Udom Suk is still a good investment:
There is continuous rental demand from employees working around BTS Punnawithi, Bang Na, and Bang Chak.
It offers both monthly and short-term (daily/weekly) rental markets, thanks to its proximity to test centers and hospitals.
It is near future mega-projects like Bangkok Mall and Cloud 11, which will attract even more people to the area.
From a capital gain perspective, Udom Suk has much more room for growth compared to Thonglor and Asok, which are reaching saturation.
In Conclusion
Whether you're looking for:
A condo for your own use with easy city access.
A home to start a family.
An investment property with real rental demand.
Udom Suk should be on your list. This area offers a perfect balance of local life and future potential, with expanding transportation networks and surrounding mega-projects
If you are interested in a condo, you can browse our website for more projects or contact Bangkok Citismart. We are a comprehensive real estate agency with expert staff ready to provide advice and assist you every step of the way.
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