PROJECT

Completed

Rawai Condominium

in Rawai, Phuket

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96

CONDOS

5

FLOORS

2008

COMPLETION

Rawai Condominium

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Rawai Condominium is a five-storey residential development completed in 2008, comprising 96 units distributed across apartment and condominium formats in the Rawai tourist zone. Located in one of Phuket's most established beachside neighborhoods, the project serves both owner-occupiers and investment-focused buyers seeking exposure to Thailand's southern coastal market. The development offers a straightforward asset composition with unit prices currently ranging from 2.6 million to 7.5 million baht across six active listings, reflecting the mid-market segment within Rawai's broader residential spectrum.

The property provides essential amenities including a communal swimming pool, fitness gymnasium, secured car parking, staffed reception, round-the-clock security, and closed-circuit video surveillance—a standard specification for condominiums targeting international and Thai residential demand. The 2008 completion date positions the building within Phuket's established second-generation condominium cohort, now entering the maintenance and asset-management phase that typically demands owner attention to building systems and common area upkeep. The five-floor configuration eliminates the elevator requirements and structural complexity of high-rise developments, reducing long-term operating costs while maintaining accessibility. Rawai's positioning as a working beach town rather than a resort enclave distinguishes it from central Patong and Karon, offering different tenant and buyer demographics.

For investors, Rawai presents a duality in income models. Short-term rental viability depends heavily on individual unit condition, location within the development, and proximity to Rawai's pier and seafood restaurant precincts, where seasonal tourism and expatriate leisure traffic generate consistent accommodation demand. Long-term rental appeal remains steady given the neighborhood's residential character and established expat community, though yields typically track below beachfront premium zones. Ownership structures for foreign investors remain subject to Thai leasehold regulations (typically 30 years renewable), with several units in active circulation suggesting reasonable liquidity compared to smaller or more specialized developments. The Rawai market fundamentally rewards patient capital focused on stable long-term tenancy, supported by a loyal base of expatriate and lifestyle residents who value the zone's quiet, residential character.

7 listings

RESALE MARKET

7 active resale listings

from ฿2.5M

COMPLEX FEATURES

Communal PoolCommunal GymCar ParkingReception / Lobby Area24H SecurityCCTV (Video Surveillance)

FEES & TAXES

Standard transaction fees in Thailand for a completed condominium under the ownership types listed below.

Freehold

  • Transfer fee — 2%
  • Specific Business Tax — 3.3%
  • Withholding tax — 1%
  • Stamp duty — 0.5%

Freehold (foreign quota): one-time transfer fee + tax obligations at closing. Annual common-area maintenance (CAM) separately.

Leasehold

  • Transfer fee — 1%
  • Stamp duty — 0.1%

Leasehold (30-year): registration fee 1% + 0.1% stamp duty on the lease value. No annual property tax for the lessee.

Buyer and seller usually split the transfer fee 50/50.

BUILDING FACTS

Operating costs and on-site infrastructure as published by the developer.

Management

  • Common-area management fee฿33 per SqM
  • PetsNot Allowed

LOCATION

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NEARBY PLACES

International Schools

  • Lighthouse Primary International School Phuket405 m
  • Rawai Park Language School1.7 km
  • Lighthouse Secondary International School2.1 km
  • International School of Phuket (ISP)3.4 km

Sports & Events Venues

  • Rawai Boxing Stadium706 m

Malls & Souks

  • Rawai Seafood Market1.2 km

Beaches

  • Rawai Beach1.6 km
  • Nai Han Beach3.1 km

Parks

  • Rawai Park1.6 km
  • Rawai Chaloem Phra Kiat Park2.7 km

Museums

  • Rawai Art Village1.7 km
  • Kampon art gallery3.3 km

DISTRICT

Rawai

Phuket's coastline divides into fifteen distinct tourist zones, each with its own buyer profile, price band and rental cycle. The luxury west coast — Bang Tao, Layan, Surin, Kamala — runs Aman-tier resorts, golf, beach clubs and the highest absolute prices on the island. Drop south through Patong (the tourist…

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FREQUENTLY ASKED

Rawai Condominium — buyer FAQ

Is Rawai Condominium freehold or leasehold?

Rawai Condominium is a condominium, so units are sold under Thailand's standard freehold-condo title. Foreign buyers can hold ownership directly in their own name, subject to the building staying within the 49% foreign-ownership quota under the Thai Condominium Act. No Thai company structure or leasehold registration is needed for a freehold unit.

How far is Rawai Condominium from the beach?

Rawai Beach itself, close to the project, is a working boat pier and seafood market rather than a swimming beach. Nai Harn Beach and the Promthep Cape viewpoint are only a few minutes away by car, while Patong and the west-coast resort strip are roughly thirty to forty minutes north.

Is Rawai Condominium completed and ready to move in?

Yes, Rawai Condominium is a completed, low-rise development rather than an off-plan project. Every unit currently listed is a resale condo inside the finished building, so buyers can inspect the actual unit, shared areas and finishes before purchase instead of relying on renderings or a construction schedule.

Who is the developer of Rawai Condominium?

The original developer of Rawai Condominium is not publicly documented for this listing. The building itself is fully completed, and the units currently on the market are resale properties, sold directly between the existing owner and a new buyer through a licensed agent rather than through a developer sales office.

Who is Rawai Condominium best suited for?

Rawai Condominium suits buyers who want a completed, freehold condo in a quieter, more local part of Phuket's south coast, close to Nai Harn Beach and Promthep Cape. It fits retirees, divers, remote workers and long-term-let owners better than buyers looking for a resort-strip holiday address.

Is there current availability at Rawai Condominium?

Yes — there are currently 7 active listings at Rawai Condominium. Browse the unit tabs (new / assignment / resale) to see live inventory and contact our team for a unit-level breakdown.

What is the price range at Rawai Condominium?

Current listings at Rawai Condominium range from ฿2.5M to ฿15.0M. Entry-level units are typically compact studios or one-bedroom configurations; larger or higher-floor units sit at the upper end.

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