PROJECT

Completed

Porjai Townhome

in Phuket Town, Phuket

Answered by a Phuket expert
2013

COMPLETION

Porjai Townhome

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Porjai Townhome is a residential townhouse development completed in 2013 located in Phuket Town, the island's administrative and commercial hub. Unlike the beachfront resorts and villa communities that dominate Phuket's tourism narrative, this project sits within the urban core where local commerce, government offices, and everyday infrastructure converge. The development represents the townhouse typology that has historically served both resident families and investor portfolios seeking rental stability in the central area.

The project consists of townhouses available at price points around 5.1 million baht for active listings, positioning it in the mid-market residential segment. Built over a decade ago, the completed status means no construction risk or completion uncertainties—a material advantage for buyers prioritizing immediate occupancy or rental deployment. The townhouse format provides more defined property boundaries and potential yard space compared to apartment blocks, while typically commanding lower maintenance fees than high-rise residential complexes. Units in Phuket Town generally offer straightforward Thai ownership structures without the foreign freehold limitations that apply to land-based projects, though buyers should verify specific title documentation for any individual property.

Phuket Town itself has transitioned from a purely residential backwater to a genuine mixed-use zone hosting satellite offices, medical facilities, educational institutions, and retail that serve both expatriates and Thai nationals. The tourist zone classification reflects its increasing appeal to longer-term renters and remote workers seeking lower costs than beach-adjacent neighborhoods. Rental yields in this zone have typically tracked between 4 to 6 percent annually for mid-market townhouses, driven primarily by local demand and long-term tenant pools rather than short-term tourist cycles. Properties in Phuket Town are traditionally better suited for buy-and-hold long-term rental strategies than vacation rental rotation, with steady demand from young professionals, small business operators, and family households. The completed 2013 development timeline offers the advantage of an established track record and visible tenant histories, reducing operational uncertainty for buyers evaluating cash-flow consistency in a mature residential setting.

1 listing

RESALE MARKET

1 active resale listing

from ฿5.1M

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.

LOCATION

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NEARBY PLACES

Parks

  • Khao Toh Sae exercise park496 m

Panoramic Views

  • Monkey Hill Viewpoint818 m
  • Viewpoint «Khao Rang»2.5 km

Universities

  • PKRUBI - Phuket Rajabhat University Business Incubator2.0 km

Malls & Souks

  • Super Cheap Market2.1 km
  • Index Living Mall Phuket3.9 km

Iconic Landmarks

  • Hai Leng Ong Statue (Golden Dragon Monument)2.4 km

Sports & Events Venues

  • Football Stadium at Phuket Rajabaht University2.5 km
  • Surakul Stadium3.5 km
  • Phuket Municipal Stadium3.7 km
  • Saphan Hin Seat Municipal Stadium3.7 km

Museums

  • Chinpracha House2.8 km

DISTRICT

Phuket Town

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

Porjai Townhome — buyer FAQ

Can foreigners buy a townhouse at Porjai Townhome in Phuket Town?

Townhouses at Porjai Townhome sit on Thai-titled land, so foreigners cannot hold them as direct freehold. The common routes are a registered 30-year leasehold or ownership through a Thai company. Direct freehold in Thailand applies only to condominium units within the 49% foreign quota, not to landed townhouses like these.

Where is Porjai Townhome located in Phuket?

Porjai Townhome is in Phuket Town, the island's administrative and commercial capital on the south-east side. It is an inland urban area centred on the Sino-Portuguese Old Town, malls, hospitals and schools, rather than a beach location. The nearest west-coast beach, Patong, is roughly a 30-minute drive over the hills.

Is Porjai Townhome completed and ready to move into?

Yes, Porjai Townhome is a completed development, and homes here are offered as resale properties. Because the project is finished and occupied, buyers can inspect the actual houses, communal areas and surrounding neighbourhood in person before committing, rather than relying on off-plan drawings or developer renderings of unbuilt units.

What beaches and amenities are near Porjai Townhome?

From Porjai Townhome, the south-east beaches of Chalong, Cape Panwa and Rawai are about 15 to 20 minutes south, and Patong on the west coast is around 30 minutes. Central Phuket Town amenities — Old Town, Central Festival mall, Bangkok Hospital Phuket, schools, markets and golf courses inland — are all within easy local reach.

Who is Porjai Townhome best suited to?

Porjai Townhome suits buyers who want city convenience over resort life. Its Phuket Town setting appeals to Thai professionals, long-term expat residents and families needing hospitals, international schools, offices and year-round local services close by. The multi-storey townhouse format offers a practical family home in the liveable, central heart of the island.

Is there current availability at Porjai Townhome?

Yes — there are currently 1 active listings at Porjai Townhome. Browse the unit tabs (new / assignment / resale) to see live inventory and contact our team for a unit-level breakdown.

What is the price at Porjai Townhome?

Listings at Porjai Townhome start from ฿5.1M. Contact our team for a full breakdown of available units and their current asking prices.

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