Where to buy land near Bangkok

Buying land near Bangkok offers a mix of urban convenience and suburban space โ€” ideal for villas, boutique developments, or long-term investments. Here’s a breakdown of the best zones:


๐ŸŒณ 1. Bang Na โ€“ Samut Prakan

Distance from Bangkok CBD: ~30โ€“45 mins
Why Buy Here:

  • Rapid growth with new malls, schools, and transport links
  • Close to Suvarnabhumi Airport
  • Access to Bangna-Trad Road, great for logistics and commercial use

๐Ÿ“Œ Ideal For: Warehouses, gated communities, long-term investment
๐Ÿ’ฐ Land Price: ~THB 25,000โ€“60,000 per sq.wah


๐Ÿž 2. Rangsit โ€“ Pathum Thani

Distance from Bangkok CBD: ~45โ€“60 mins
Why Buy Here:

  • Near major universities and industrial estates
  • Home to mega projects like Future Park and Rangsit University
  • Flood-resilient zones are increasingly in demand

๐Ÿ“Œ Ideal For: Affordable housing, student rentals, family homes
๐Ÿ’ฐ Land Price: ~THB 12,000โ€“35,000 per sq.wah


๐ŸŒ… 3. Nonthaburi โ€“ West of Bangkok

Distance from Bangkok CBD: ~30โ€“50 mins
Why Buy Here:

  • Connected by MRT Purple Line
  • Rapidly urbanizing with riverside plots available
  • Close to malls like Central Westgate and Ikea Bang Yai

๐Ÿ“Œ Ideal For: Mid-range housing, mixed-use projects, riverside homes
๐Ÿ’ฐ Land Price: ~THB 30,000โ€“90,000 per sq.wah


๐ŸŒพ 4. Nakhon Pathom (Salaya area)

Distance from Bangkok CBD: ~45โ€“60 mins
Why Buy Here:

  • Quieter rural setting with future rail links
  • Close to Mahidol University and several hospitals
  • Larger land plots available at low cost

๐Ÿ“Œ Ideal For: Farm-style villas, retirement homes, low-rise resorts
๐Ÿ’ฐ Land Price: ~THB 5,000โ€“18,000 per sq.wah


๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ 5. Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) zones โ€“ Chachoengsao

Distance from Bangkok CBD: ~1โ€“1.5 hours
Why Buy Here:

  • Government-backed investment area
  • Close to industrial estates, ports, and the EEC high-speed train project
  • Prices are still affordable but rising

๐Ÿ“Œ Ideal For: Investors, developers, commercial buyers
๐Ÿ’ฐ Land Price: ~THB 8,000โ€“25,000 per sq.wah


๐Ÿ“Š Comparison Table: Land Near Bangkok

AreaTravel Time from CBDBest ForPrice Range (THB/sq.wah)
Bang Na โ€“ Samut Prakan30โ€“45 minsAirport access, logistics, homes25,000โ€“60,000
Rangsit โ€“ Pathum Thani45โ€“60 minsFamily homes, student rentals12,000โ€“35,000
Nonthaburi30โ€“50 minsMid-range housing, riverside plots30,000โ€“90,000
Salaya โ€“ Nakhon Pathom45โ€“60 minsVillas, resorts, quiet living5,000โ€“18,000
Chachoengsao (EEC)1โ€“1.5 hrsCommercial & industrial buyers8,000โ€“25,000

๐Ÿงญ Tip for Buyers:

Always verify land title deeds (Chanote is best) and check for zoning restrictions. Work with a Thai property lawyer to review ownership options if you’re a foreigner.

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