Condos for Sale in Bangkok

Buying a Condo in Bangkok — A Practical Guide

Condominiums are the most straightforward property for foreigners to buy in Bangkok. Under the Thai Condominium Act, foreigners can own a unit outright (freehold) as long as no more than 49% of a building's total floor area is foreign-owned — the so-called foreign quota. Houses and land work differently, which is why most expat buyers focus on condos.

Freehold vs. Leasehold

A foreign-freehold unit is owned in your own name on the title deed (chanote). When the foreign quota in a building is full, units are often sold leasehold — typically a renewable 30-year lease. Freehold generally holds value better and is easier to resell, so it's worth confirming a unit's status before you commit.

Popular Areas to Buy

• Sukhumvit (Asoke, Thonglor, Ekkamai): the most liquid resale market, strong rental demand
• Silom & Sathorn: the central business districts, popular with professionals
• Riverside & Rama 9: newer high-rises with strong capital-growth potential
• Ari & Phaya Thai: well-connected, local charm, increasingly sought-after

Before You Buy — Due Diligence

• Confirm the unit is foreign-freehold (or understand the leasehold terms)
• Check proximity to a BTS or MRT station — it drives both livability and resale value
• Review the building's sinking fund, common-area fees, and management
• For foreign-freehold purchases, funds must be transferred from abroad with a Foreign Exchange Transaction form (FET)
• Engage a lawyer to verify the title deed and check for any encumbrances

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