The area of "Taopoon" has now become a major transportation hub with the Purple Line connecting from Nonthaburi to the Blue Line, which leads into the heart of Bangkok, making travel for residents on both sides much more convenient.

            Naturally, the prices of condos in urban areas along the skytrain routes have skyrocketed. Many people are searching for condos in prime locations that are suitable for living while also providing easy access to the city via the skytrain. Importantly, the prices must remain affordable to ensure a good quality of life without having to endure the congested traffic in Bangkok. The Taopoon station, which connects both skytrain lines with different routes, links suburban and city trains, making Taopoon Station similar to Ueno Station in Tokyo, Japan.

Taopoon Interchange and Ueno Station

        Ueno Station is one of the railway stations in Tokyo, Japan, with a total of 14 train lines passing through it. Although the number of trains at Ueno Station is greater than that at Taopoon Station, which has only 2 lines, the similarity between these two stations lies in their role as interchange stations for circular train lines that run through the city center.

            The map of Tokyo's railway routes clearly shows the Yamanote Line, which is a circular route that passes through 20 interchange stations in Tokyo, including important stations like Shinjuku Station, the largest shopping area in Tokyo, and connects to Tokyo Station, the largest interchange station and travel hub in the city.

Bangkok also has the Blue Line, which is a circular train line that can connect to 14 interchange stations (once all lines are completed), passing through significant locations like Silom Station, the CBD of Bangkok, and connecting to the largest travel hub in Bangkok, Bang Sue Central Station.

            In addition to being a station for trains that run through the city center and important locations, both Ueno and Taopoon stations also connect to suburban train lines, linking to Saitama, a neighboring province of Tokyo via the Keihin-Tohoku Line Negishi Line (light blue), just as the Purple Line connects Bangkok and Nonthaburi.

             The Taopoon area also provides access to nearby job opportunities, which are predominantly large employers with quality personnel, such as along Phahonyothin Road and Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, where many office buildings are located, especially the PTT headquarters, extending south to Ari, which is filled with numerous office buildings and financial institutions.

           

For the mega project currently under construction, Bang Sue Central Station, which will transform the areas around Taopoon, Bang Sue, and Chatuchak into a New Town with a development value of over 63 billion baht, will further enhance travel and living in the Taopoon area.

            The growth of land prices in this area is evident, with land appraisal prices increasing by 20-50% per year, comparable to growth in the city center. However, the uniqueness of "Taopoon" lies in its position at the intersection of Pracharat 2 Road and Bangkok-Nonthaburi Road, leading towards the neighboring province of Nonthaburi, along with the construction of both the Purple Line (now operational) and the Blue Line (under construction), which positively impacts land appraisal prices. This time, TerraBKK Research has not only considered the appraisal price of Pracharat 2 Road but also included the appraisal prices of surrounding roads, such as Bangkok-Nonthaburi Road and Prachachuen Road.

            The highest appraisal price is found on Bangkok-Nonthaburi Road, followed by Pracharat 2 Road. This indicates that the construction of the skytrain significantly affects land appraisal prices each year, as seen from the fact that the appraisal price of Pracharat 2 Road has begun to surpass that of Prachachuen Road this year.

            In addition to land appraisal prices, "condo rental prices" in the area are also an interesting point for those looking to invest in this location, with rents ranging from approximately 10,000 to 15,000 baht per month, offering better rental rates than projects not located near Bang Sue. The further away from Bang Sue, the lower the rent, often below 10,000 baht per month.

Currently, the Taopoon area has become a hot spot that many people are looking to buy residences, especially condos. Therefore, TerraBKK is excited to showcase a new project set to open soon in the Taopoon area, the "Niche Pride Taopoon – Interchange" by Sena Hankyu, a joint venture between Sena Development Public Company Limited (SENA) and Hankyu Realty Co., Ltd., a partner from Japan.

The highlight of this project is its location on Pracharat 2 Road in the Taopoon area, adjacent to the Purple Line Taopoon-Interchange station. “Sena Hankyu” has stated that this project is “just a step away from two skytrain lines and the first condo in Thailand with a 30-story common area”.

The “Niche Pride Taopoon – Interchange” is a high-rise condominium with 1 building, 38 stories, comprising 742 units on a land area of 3-1-64.1 rai, with prices starting at 3.2 million baht.

There are 4 unit sizes:

  • 1 bedroom 28 sq.m.
  • 1 bedroom 32 sq.m.
  • 1 bedroom 34.5 sq.m. (One Bed Plus).
  • 2 bedrooms 49 sq.m.

The design of this project is based on a product development concept called “Geo Fit”, which focuses on residential development that pays attention to details and truly understands the needs of residents.

Developed into Geo fit+ with 4 aspects           

             – Geo Day emphasizes how to develop products that fit real-life usage, such as when cooking, oil splatters, so what materials should be used for kitchen counters to solve this problem.

            – Geo Eco seeks ways to save energy, whether it be electricity, fuel, or water.

            – Geo Age as Japanese society transitions into an aging society, designs will accommodate this trend ahead of Thailand, with Sena hoping to apply this experience in the project.

            – Geo Sonae focuses on safety, from major concerns like earthquakes to more immediate issues, including a Care Unit or infirmary within the project, equipped with defibrillators and trained personnel, as well as designs for certain areas to accommodate stretchers and hospital beds in emergencies.

This project’s uniqueness has developed into My Select, allowing residents to choose functional areas within their units, such as My Select Relaxing Zone or My Select Working Zone.

This design approach allows you to customize your room to match your taste and enjoy a more liberated lifestyle, which “Sena Hankyu” believes will be a trend for modern living among Generation Y.

Similarly, the facilities within the project emphasize ECO principles, ensuring that every area is designed with the future in mind and is environmentally friendly, including using solar energy to reduce costs and selecting waste and water management equipment.

Facilities are another selling point of the project, as it is the first condominium project to feature a common area spanning 30 floors, with every 7 floors designated as 1 Village Facility, including:

  • Executive Meeting Room
  • Co-Working Space
  • Sky Lounge
  • Party Room
  • Recreation Games Room
  • Mini Theater
  • Yoga Room
  • Kids Club
  • and Rooftop Common Area
  • Sky Infinity Edge Pool with saltwater, Olympic size, 50 meters long
  • Sky Garden
  • Sky Fitness

The Village Facilities will be located from the 8th to the 37th floors, with each floor's common area designed to be distinct. Readers can view details of the common areas from the accompanying images.

It is evident that the arrangement of facilities here provides ample communal space, a unique feature not seen elsewhere, as there will be common areas on every floor, primarily catering to the new generation of working professionals with diverse lifestyles, while also accommodating people of various ages, transforming the hectic and exhausting lifestyle into a state of “well-being” with ease.

Additionally, the connection point between the building and Bang Sue station will feature shops, such as coffee shops, laundry services, and convenience stores, to enhance convenience for residents.

Nearby Amenities

  • Gateway Bang Sue
  • Taopoon Skytrain Station
  • Bang Sue Complex
  • Lotus Prachachuen
  • Yipzee Market
  • Taopoon Market
  • Central Ladprao
  • Central Rattanathibet
  • Central Plaza Westgate
  • Kasemrad Hospital Prachachuen

            Regarding security, the project employs a 3-tier security system from the entrance to your unit, along with after-sales service through the “SENA 360” application, where customers can report repairs, rent, sell, and pay for water, electricity, and common area fees all in one app.

Considering the unit sizes, prices, facilities within the project, and transportation options, this price range is reasonable for ownership and also offers good value for future investment.

For those who work or travel all day, having a condo just a step away from two skytrain lines is a brilliant idea.

For readers interested in the “Niche Pride Taopoon – Interchange” project, you can follow project details and register at https://goo.gl/DMdNPG or call 1775 extension 39.

Thank you for the information from: www.sena.co.th