Did you know that when foreigners travel to Thailand, they often choose specific areas for their accommodation? Today, we will explore 4 residential zones in central Bangkok that are particularly appealing to foreigners.

Many foreigners visiting Thailand prefer to stay for an extended period, leading them to seek comfortable accommodations that are conveniently located near public transportation, restaurants, and essential amenities like shopping malls and hospitals. Most of them opt for renting condos, with over 90% of foreign tenants paying more than 20,000 baht per month, averaging 700 to 1,000 baht per square meter per month.

Different nationalities tend to choose condos in various locations based on their lifestyle preferences and available amenities. European and American tenants often prefer the Ratchadamri, Phloen Chit, and After Suan areas, as well as the early Sukhumvit area, with a tendency to spread towards the later Sukhumvit area. They prioritize location and price as the main factors in their decision-making.

Chinese, Singaporean, and Korean tenants typically prefer the Rama 3 to Asoke area, extending to Ratchadaphisek. They often choose to rent in areas where their compatriots already reside to create a community, with rental prices being a significant consideration.

Japanese tenants mostly reside in the central Sukhumvit area, between Asoke and Ekkamai. Condos in the Sukhumvit area, particularly in Thonglor Soi, are the most popular, followed by locations in Ekkamai and a noticeable expansion into the Phra Khanong and On Nut areas. Japanese tenants prefer to live in community settings for a sense of safety, prompting investors to purchase condos in this area for rental purposes, reflecting a vibrant living environment for the Japanese community.