PROJECT

Completed

VIP Karon

in Karon, Phuket · by Phuket9

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166

CONDOS

3 200

PROJECT AREA

3

BUILDINGS

8

FLOORS

2025

COMPLETION

720

CAM ฿/m²

VIP Karon

ABOUT THE PROJECT

VIP Karon: A Completed Beachside Condominium in Karon

VIP Karon is a completed condominium set in Karon, one of the most established residential and holiday districts on Phuket's west coast. The project offers studios and apartments for sale within easy reach of Karon Beach, a long three-kilometre stretch of soft sand that ranks among the widest and quietest of the island's major beaches. As a finished building, VIP Karon lets buyers view the actual unit, common areas and finishes before committing, rather than relying on renderings, which appeals to owner-occupiers and holiday-home purchasers who want certainty about what they are buying.

Location and Everyday Living in Karon

Karon sits between two of Phuket's best-known resort towns. Patong, with its nightlife, shopping and marina, is roughly fifteen minutes north, while the quieter cove of Kata lies about five minutes south. This position gives residents access to a full range of restaurants, supermarkets, clinics and beach clubs without the density and noise of Patong itself. Karon is widely regarded as family-friendly, with calmer surf outside monsoon season and wide promenades. Nearby attractions include the Karon Viewpoint, which frames a well-known panorama over Kata, Karon and the Andaman Sea, and Dino Park for families. Phuket Town is about twenty minutes away, and Phuket International Airport is roughly forty to forty-five minutes by road.

Ownership and Legal Framework

As a condominium, VIP Karon falls under the Thailand Condominium Act, which permits foreign buyers to hold units on a freehold basis within the building's foreign-ownership quota of forty-nine percent of the total saleable floor area. Remaining units are typically held through Thai-majority companies or on a leasehold basis. Buyers should note that the Supreme Court ruling 4655/2566, issued on 18 March 2025, reaffirmed strict scrutiny of nominee shareholding structures, so freehold quota units and properly documented leaseholds remain the compliant routes for foreign purchasers. Working with a licensed Thai lawyer to confirm quota availability and title status is standard practice.

Investment Appeal Without the Guesswork

Karon's appeal for buyers rests on durable fundamentals rather than promises. It is an established beach zone with year-round international tourism, and the amount of land close to the sand is inherently limited, which supports steady demand for well-located, move-in-ready condominiums. Owners commonly use units under a short-let holiday model when not in residence, or a long-let model for tenants seeking a west-coast base. The buyer profile spans retirees, remote professionals and families looking for a lock-and-leave holiday home in a proven district.

To compare current availability and pricing, browse the full selection of condos for sale in Karon and enquire with our team for a viewing.

46 listings

FROM DEVELOPER

46 units for sale

from ฿3.8M – ฿22M · Q2 2025

Exact floor plans and prices — ask our manager.

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AVAILABLE UNIT TYPES

F

15 available
฿3.8M–21.9M28.4–122.65 m²3 variants
F 1F 2F 3

E1

31 available
฿7.4M–14.4M55.2–115.5 m²6 variants
E1 1E1 2E1 3E1 4E1 5E1 6

COMPLEX FEATURES

Swimming PoolGymRestaurant

PAYMENT PLAN

Original developer payment plan published when this project was launched. Resale buyers may negotiate a different schedule with the seller.

Stage%Due
Reservation Deposit฿100,000Immediately
1st Installment30%Upon contract signing
2nd Installment20%Foundation start
3rd Installment20%Building structure completion
4th Installment20%Completion of the walls
5th Installment5%Completion of interior
6th Installment5%On handover

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.

Parking & Lift

  • Parking ratio (spaces / units)30%
  • Parking typeConventional

Management

  • Common-area management fee฿60 per SqM
  • Electricity฿5.00/kWh
  • Water฿5.00/Cubic Meter
  • Sinking fund฿500/SqM
  • Freehold premium฿350,000
  • PetsNot Allowed

MASTER PLAN

VIP Karon master plan 1

LOCATION

Property location on map
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NEARBY PLACES

International Schools

  • International School of Phuket (ISP)4.9 km

Hospitals

  • SmileLab Dental clinic4.1 km

Sports & Events Venues

  • Rawai Boxing Stadium6.3 km

Universities

  • Prince of Songkla University, Phuket Campus8.0 km

Zoos & Aquariums

  • Phuket Zoo6.3 km

Parks

  • Dino Park Mini Golf1.8 km

Museums

  • Arts Corner Phuket3.5 km

Panoramic Views

  • Kata Noi Viewpoint2.8 km

Sport & Gym

  • The Cult Fitness Society Rawai4.8 km

DISTRICT

Karon

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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DEVELOPER

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12 projects

Phuket9 runs 12 projects concentrated tightly along Phuket's southern peninsula — Kata, Karon, and Rawai account for the entire portfolio — with 503 units currently available for sale spanning a wide price band of ฿3.77M–฿50M and a median entry point of ฿5.85M. The developer sits in the mid price tier for most of its condominium product, though villa releases push…

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SPECIFICATIONS

Renewable
Yes
Lease end date
30 June 2056
Ownership Type
freehold + leasehold
Service charge
82 AED/m²
Lease duration (years)
30
Service charge
720 THB/m²

FREQUENTLY ASKED

VIP Karon — buyer FAQ

Is VIP Karon a completed project?

Yes. VIP Karon is a completed condominium in Karon, so buyers can inspect the actual unit, common areas and finishes before purchase rather than relying on renderings. This suits owner-occupiers and holiday-home buyers who prefer certainty over off-plan timelines and construction risk.

Can foreigners own a condo at VIP Karon?

Yes. Under the Thailand Condominium Act, foreign buyers may hold units on a freehold basis within the building's forty-nine percent foreign-ownership quota. Remaining units are held by Thai nationals or on leasehold. A licensed Thai lawyer should confirm quota availability before you commit to a purchase.

How far is VIP Karon from the beach and airport?

VIP Karon is within easy reach of Karon Beach, a three-kilometre sandy stretch on Phuket's west coast. Patong is about fifteen minutes north and Kata roughly five minutes south. Phuket Town is around twenty minutes away, and Phuket International Airport is approximately forty to forty-five minutes by road.

What is Karon like as a place to live?

Karon is an established, family-friendly district known for a calmer atmosphere than neighbouring Patong. It offers restaurants, supermarkets, clinics and beach clubs, plus attractions like the Karon Viewpoint and Dino Park. The wide beach and gentler surf outside monsoon season make it a comfortable base for owner-occupiers and holidaymakers.

Can I rent out a unit at VIP Karon?

Owners commonly place units under a short-let holiday model when not in residence, or a long-let model for tenants seeking a west-coast base. Karon's year-round tourism and established rental demand support both approaches. Confirm building rules and any management arrangements before purchase, and consult a licensed agent on compliant rental setups.

Is there current availability at VIP Karon?

Yes — there are currently 46 active listings at VIP Karon. 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 VIP Karon?

Current listings at VIP Karon range from ฿3.8M to ฿21.9M. 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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