Since the connection between the Tao Poon and Bang Sue stations, the Purple Line has never been quiet again. This is evident from the increase in passengers by over 47.18% in August 2017, with about 48,760 people per day, up from 33,130 people per day, and the trend continues to rise. The highest statistic in September 2017 reached 59,431 people per day. However, when looking at real estate, particularly condominiums, the question is whether the Purple Line will only transport people to the Bang Sue Central Station. If the answer is no, what locations will stand out based on the fundamental realities of those areas? The details are as follows.

  Bang Yai: A Prime Investment Location for Both Public and Private Sectors  

 “Bang Yai” is a significant area for people in Nonthaburi on the western side, historically a central urban area around Sai Noi-Bang Bua Thong-Bang Yai, home to important government agencies such as the Bang Yai District Office, Land Office, Industrial Office, and Livestock Department. Within Bang Yai, there are also the Bang Yai Fresh Market, schools, hospitals, and public transport connections to the heart of Bangkok, as well as shopping centers like supermarkets, which are popular among homemakers. Over time, we have begun to see continuous changes in commerce, with “Bang Yai” becoming a potential area for the future due to the increasingly complete transportation system. Originally, “the western ring junction (Kanchanaphisek Road and Rattanathibet Road)” was followed by “the Purple Line (Bang Yai-Bang Sue)”, which is now operational and connects with the MRT subway. In the future, there are two major projects: “the Western Motorway Bang Yai-Ban Pong-Kanchanaburi”, a future route supporting AEC that connects production and export bases of neighboring countries, spanning over 96 kilometers with an investment budget of 49.12 billion baht, covering four provinces starting from Nonthaburi (Bang Yai), Nakhon Pathom, Ratchaburi, and Kanchanaburi, expected to be completed in 2020, and “the Third Stage Expressway connecting the Western Ring and Chonburi Motorway”, covering over 40.9 km, which is currently under feasibility study.


             Retail groups have recognized the potential of the Bang Yai area and have developed commercial spaces significantly, both small and large. Starting with the launch of “The Square Bang Yai”, covering 5,100 square meters with an investment of over 2 billion baht in 2009, followed by major news from CPN with “Central Plaza Westgate,” covering 430,000 square meters with an investment of over 10 billion baht in 2015. Most recently, in 2018, “IKEA Bang Yai”, the largest branch in the ASEAN region, covering 50,278 square meters with an investment of over 6.3 billion baht, has opened. In just three major projects over the past decade, “Bang Yai” has seen an increase in commercial space of over 438,000 square meters.

However, when considering condominium investment, the Bang Yai area still has plenty of space for horizontal projects. Of course, people often prefer houses with more space than condominiums. The necessity to buy a condominium for residence or for rental may be a bit premature at this time, but if viewed as a long-term investment based on future factors, it is believed that “Bang Yai” will become another important location that can develop into an economic center in this area without difficulty.

  Khae Rai Intersection-Tiwanon Intersection: A Hub of Government Jobs in Nonthaburi  

Although “Nonthaburi” is a residential area for people working in Bangkok, it does not mean that the Purple Line will only transport people to connect with the MRT subway. This is because along the route of the Purple Line, there are also large government job sources in Nonthaburi, such as the “Khae Rai Intersection”, where you can find the Nonthaburi Government Center, which includes the Nonthaburi Provincial Hall, Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization, Social Security Office, Nonthaburi Provincial Court, etc. Across from it is the location of Thai Com Co., Ltd. Moving towards the “Upper Tiwanon” of Khae Rai Intersection, you will also find the Nonthaburi Transport Office, CAT Telecom Public Company Limited, Nonthaburi Post Office, and the Metropolitan Electricity Authority of Nonthaburi, as well as the Chest Disease Institute, which is an important job source for medical personnel. Meanwhile, the “Lower Tiwanon” side of Khae Rai Intersection is home to the Ministry of Public Health, including the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Department of Mental Health, Department of Medical Sciences, etc., as well as Sri Thanya Hospital.

Additionally, this area is also where the “connection point between the Purple Line and the Pink Line (Government Center Station)” is located. It is expected that in two years, when the Pink Line opens (in 2020), this area will certainly see an increase in foot traffic. With such a location, it presents a great opportunity for condominium investment, whether for residential purposes or for rental investment. Unio H Tiwanon with the concept of Live in Sync, connecting everything in your life seamlessly, is a condo just 100 meters from the Tiwanon Intersection station, with prices starting at 1.59 million baht, and it connects to three train lines: the Blue Line, Red Line, and Purple Line, near the Ratchada-Prachachuen expressway entrance. In this area, you need not worry about shopping and entertainment, with Esplanade Khae Rai, Big C Tiwanon, etc., as well as numerous restaurants in the Rama 5 Bridge area, making it another ready location for condominium living.


  Wongsawang-Bang Son: Close to a Culinary Haven in Nonthaburi  

Who says “eating” is not a big deal? An army marches on its stomach, and eating is one of the activities that brings happiness to life. That’s why “Wongsawang-Bang Son” is another interesting location for those looking for condos near the Purple Line.

The Wongsawang Road connects to Ratchadapisek Road, leading into Prachachuen, and as you may know, “Prachachuen” is filled with many famous restaurants, such as Moo Krob Nai Sai, Guay Jab Sam Thum, Jae Kai Seafood, Tri Phon Restaurant, Kenzou Sushi, etc. All of these are within just 3 km from Wongsawang. At the same time, Wongsawang-Bang Bon is also close to “Tao Poon Market” and “Pracharaj Road 2”, which is abundant with traditional sweet and savory food, such as Wises Chicken Rice Restaurant, Pad Thai Prathumthip, Nai Ngie Wooden Box Noodles, and Ice Cream Tip.

Moreover, “Wongsawang Station” is also a “connection point between the Purple Line and the Light Red Line (Bang Sue-Taling Chan)”. If you take the train from Bang Son Station for just two stops, you will reach “Bang Sue Central Station”, which is 52% completed (mid-2017). In the future, this area will become a transportation hub covering various land transport systems, including different colored train lines such as the Red Line, Purple Line, Blue Line, etc., as well as the Airport Rail Link connecting to Suvarnabhumi Airport, long-distance trains to the North, East, Northeast, and South, and high-speed trains. Given the potential for future transportation connectivity and the current strong residential and culinary foundations, “Wongsawang-Bang Son” may be one of the condominium investment locations that investors overlook. Ideo Mobi Wongsawang Interchange features a Triple Sky common area on the rooftop, including a Sky Pool, Sky Fitness, and a new experience with a Sky Outdoor Library. Additionally, there is a 24-hour supermarket within the project. All of this starts at a price of 2.49 million baht, just one step from Bang Son Station.



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