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We keep this article updated so you can understand the current housing prices in Phuket in 2026 without reading dozens of reports.
In this guide, we explain the average property price in Phuket, the median price, the price per square meter, and how prices change by area.
We also look at condos, villas, houses, new homes, resale homes, taxes, renovation costs, and what you can buy with different budgets.
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Insights
- The average housing price in Phuket in 2026 is about ฿11.5 million, but the median is lower, near ฿8 million, because expensive villas lift the average.
- Phuket is not one single property market. Inland condos can still start near ฿3 million, while prime west-coast villas often start above ฿30 million.
- Condo prices in Phuket are often easier to compare than villa prices, because most condos are sold by square meter and villas vary more by land size.
- The strongest price pressure in Phuket in 2026 is around Bang Tao, Cherng Talay, Laguna, Layan, Kamala and Surin.
- A normal buyer should expect actual sale prices in Phuket to be about 4% to 8% below asking prices, with 6% a useful middle estimate.
- New-build properties in Phuket usually cost about 25% to 40% more than similar resale homes, mainly because developers sell modern layouts and rental-ready units.
- A $200,000 budget is enough for a real Phuket property search, but it is mostly a condo budget, not a good villa budget.
- A $1 million budget in Phuket in 2026 usually moves the buyer into the modern pool-villa market, especially in Cherng Talay, Rawai and Nai Harn.
- Renovation, taxes, legal work, furniture and fees can add 4% to 35% to the purchase price, depending on the age and condition of the property.
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What is the average housing price in Phuket in 2026?
The median housing price in Phuket is more useful than the average housing price because Phuket has many small condos and a smaller number of very expensive villas that push the average upward.
We are writing this as of 2026 with the latest data collected from authoritative sources that we manually double checked.
The median housing price in Phuket in 2026 is about ฿8 million, or about $242,000 and €211,000. The average housing price in the Phuket market in 2026 is about ฿11.5 million, or about $348,000 and €303,000.
For about 80% of residential properties in Phuket in 2026, a realistic price range is ฿3.5 million to ฿45 million, or about $106,000 to $1.36 million and €92,000 to €1.18 million.
A realistic entry range in Phuket in 2026 is ฿3 million to ฿5.5 million, or about $91,000 to $167,000 and €79,000 to €145,000, which usually buys a small resale condo in Kathu, Wichit, Phuket Town, Chalong or parts of Rawai.
A typical luxury property in Phuket in 2026 costs about ฿30 million to ฿100 million or more, or about $909,000 to $3.03 million or more and €789,000 to €2.63 million or more, which can buy a modern pool villa in Bang Tao, Cherng Talay, Laguna, Layan, Kamala or Nai Harn.
By the way, you will find much more detailed price ranges in our property pack covering the real estate market in Phuket.
Are Phuket property listing prices close to the actual sale price in 2026?
In Phuket in 2026, actual sale prices are usually about 4% to 8% below listing prices, with 6% below asking price as a practical central estimate.
The gap is not very large because many sellers in Phuket are developers, foreign owners or lifestyle investors who do not need to sell quickly. The discount is usually bigger for older resale condos, over-supplied non-branded projects and villas that have been listed for many months, while good units in Bang Tao, Laguna, Layan, Kamala and sea-view areas can sell close to asking price.
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What is the price per sq m or per sq ft for properties in Phuket in 2026?
As of 2026, the median housing price in Phuket is about ฿135,000 per sqm, or about $4,090 and €3,553, which is about ฿12,542 per sqft, or about $380 and €330. The average housing price in Phuket is about ฿150,000 per sqm, or about $4,545 and €3,947, which is about ฿13,935 per sqft, or about $422 and €367.
The highest price per sqm in Phuket in 2026 is usually found in small luxury condos, branded residences, beachfront condos and sea-view apartments, while the lowest price per sqm is usually found in older inland condos and larger homes away from the beach.
The highest price per sqm in Phuket in 2026 is usually in Bang Tao, Cherng Talay, Laguna, Layan, Surin and Kamala, where prices often range from ฿160,000 to ฿350,000 or more per sqm. The lowest range is usually in Phuket Town, Kathu, Wichit, Chalong and parts of Si Sunthon, where many properties trade around ฿65,000 to ฿120,000 per sqm.
How have property prices evolved in Phuket?
Compared with one year ago, property prices in Phuket in 2026 are about 7% higher in nominal terms and about 6% higher after inflation. The main reason is that foreign demand stayed strong while developers became more selective after the 2023 and 2024 launch boom.
Compared with two years ago, property prices in Phuket in 2026 are roughly 15% to 22% higher in nominal terms, depending on the area and property type. The increase is stronger in Bang Tao, Cherng Talay, Laguna, Layan and Kamala because these areas have the deepest foreign-buyer demand and the most visible lifestyle infrastructure.
By the way, we’ve written a blog article detailing the latest updates on property price variations in Thailand.
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How do prices vary by housing type in Phuket in 2026?
In Phuket in 2026, condominiums and apartments make up about 70% to 75% of the active residential market, pool villas about 12% to 15%, detached non-luxury houses about 5% to 7%, townhouses about 3% to 5%, branded residences about 3% to 5%, and ultra-luxury villas about 1% to 2%, because Phuket has many small condo projects but a fast-growing luxury villa segment.
Condos and apartments in Phuket usually average about ฿6.5 million to ฿9.5 million, or $197,000 to $288,000 and €171,000 to €250,000. Pool villas usually average about ฿28 million to ฿60 million, or $848,000 to $1.82 million and €737,000 to €1.58 million, while non-luxury detached houses often sit around ฿8 million to ฿18 million, or $242,000 to $545,000 and €211,000 to €474,000. Townhouses are usually around ฿4 million to ฿9 million, or $121,000 to $273,000 and €105,000 to €237,000, while branded residences can range from ฿15 million to ฿80 million or more, or $455,000 to $2.42 million or more and €395,000 to €2.11 million or more.
If you want to know more, you should read our dedicated analyses:
- How much should you pay for a house in Phuket?
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- How much should you pay for a villa in Phuket?
- How much should you pay for a condo in Phuket?
- How much should you pay for lands in Phuket?
How do property prices compare between existing and new homes in Phuket in 2026?
In Phuket in 2026, a new-build property usually costs about 25% to 40% more than a comparable resale property, with 32% as a useful central estimate.
This premium exists because new homes in Phuket are usually sold with modern layouts, better amenities, rental-management offers, lower immediate maintenance risk and stronger marketing to foreign buyers.
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How do property prices vary by neighborhood in Phuket in 2026?
Rawai and Nai Harn mainly offer condos, pool villas and smaller houses, with average housing prices often around ฿8 million to ฿28 million, or $242,000 to $848,000 and €211,000 to €737,000. These areas are popular because buyers get an established expat community, restaurants, beaches, schools nearby and better value than the northwest coast.
Bang Tao, Cherng Talay and Laguna mainly offer new condos, branded residences and pool villas, with average housing prices often around ฿12 million to ฿60 million, or $364,000 to $1.82 million and €316,000 to €1.58 million. These areas are expensive because they combine beach access, restaurants, international schools, Laguna, beach clubs and strong rental demand.
Kamala mainly offers sea-view condos, hillside villas and luxury villas, with average housing prices often around ฿15 million to ฿80 million or more, or $455,000 to $2.42 million or more and €395,000 to €2.11 million or more. Kamala is priced higher because buyers pay for privacy, views, luxury villa stock and easy access to Patong without living inside Patong.
You will find a much more detailed analysis by areas in our property pack about Phuket. Meanwhile, here is a quick summary table we have made so you can understand how prices change across areas:
| Area in Phuket | Market feel | Average price range | Average price per sqm | Average price per sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket Town | Value and local life | ฿3m to ฿9m $91k to $273k |
฿65k to ฿110k $1,970 to $3,333 |
฿6,000 to ฿10,200 $182 to $309 |
| Kathu | Entry and commute | ฿3m to ฿10m $91k to $303k |
฿70k to ฿115k $2,121 to $3,485 |
฿6,500 to ฿10,700 $197 to $324 |
| Wichit | Local and family | ฿3.5m to ฿12m $106k to $364k |
฿75k to ฿125k $2,273 to $3,788 |
฿7,000 to ฿11,600 $212 to $352 |
| Chalong | Family and value villas | ฿5m to ฿20m $152k to $606k |
฿80k to ฿130k $2,424 to $3,939 |
฿7,400 to ฿12,100 $224 to $367 |
| Rawai | Expat and lifestyle | ฿5m to ฿35m $152k to $1.06m |
฿100k to ฿160k $3,030 to $4,848 |
฿9,300 to ฿14,900 $282 to $452 |
| Nai Harn | Beach lifestyle | ฿7m to ฿45m $212k to $1.36m |
฿120k to ฿180k $3,636 to $5,455 |
฿11,100 to ฿16,700 $336 to $506 |
| Karon | Tourist and rental | ฿6m to ฿40m $182k to $1.21m |
฿110k to ฿175k $3,333 to $5,303 |
฿10,200 to ฿16,300 $309 to $494 |
| Patong | Tourist and nightlife | ฿4m to ฿35m $121k to $1.06m |
฿95k to ฿170k $2,879 to $5,152 |
฿8,800 to ฿15,800 $267 to $479 |
| Kamala | Luxury and sea view | ฿10m to ฿100m+ $303k to $3.03m+ |
฿140k to ฿300k $4,242 to $9,091 |
฿13,000 to ฿27,900 $394 to $845 |
| Surin | Prime and scarce | ฿12m to ฿90m+ $364k to $2.73m+ |
฿160k to ฿330k $4,848 to $10,000 |
฿14,900 to ฿30,700 $452 to $930 |
| Bang Tao / Laguna | Prime and popular | ฿10m to ฿120m+ $303k to $3.64m+ |
฿160k to ฿350k $4,848 to $10,606 |
฿14,900 to ฿32,500 $452 to $985 |
| Layan / Naithon | Luxury and quieter | ฿12m to ฿150m+ $364k to $4.55m+ |
฿150k to ฿320k $4,545 to $9,697 |
฿13,900 to ฿29,700 $421 to $900 |
How much more do you pay for properties in Phuket when you include renovation work, taxes, and fees?
In Phuket in 2026, the full buying cost is usually 4% to 7% above the purchase price for a low-renovation property, 10% to 18% above for a normal resale property, and 20% to 35% above for a villa needing heavier work.
For a property bought around $200,000, or about ฿6.6 million, a buyer in Phuket should often budget about ฿400,000 to ฿1.2 million more for legal work, transfer costs, furniture and light improvements. That means the real all-in cost is often close to ฿7 million to ฿7.8 million, or about $212,000 to $236,000.
For a property bought around $500,000, or about ฿16.5 million, a buyer in Phuket should often budget about ฿1 million to ฿3 million more if the home needs furniture, minor renovation or better rental preparation. That means the real all-in cost is often close to ฿17.5 million to ฿19.5 million, or about $530,000 to $591,000.
For a property bought around $1 million, or about ฿33 million, a buyer in Phuket should often budget about ฿2 million to ฿7 million more, especially if the property is a resale villa. That means the real all-in cost is often close to ฿35 million to ฿40 million, or about $1.06 million to $1.21 million.
By the way, we keep updated a blog article detailing the property taxes and fees to factor in the total buying cost in Thailand.
Meanwhile, here is a detailed table of the additional expenses you may have to pay when buying a new property in Phuket
| Extra cost | Type | Estimated cost range |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer fee | Tax and government fee | Usually 1% to 2% of the registered value, often shared between buyer and seller. On a ฿10 million property, this means about ฿100,000 to ฿200,000, or about $3,000 to $6,100. The exact split should be written clearly in the sale agreement. |
| Specific business tax or stamp duty | Tax | Stamp duty is often 0.5%, while specific business tax can be 3.3% when it applies. On a ฿10 million property, this can mean about ฿50,000 to ฿330,000, or about $1,500 to $10,000. This is often seller-side, but buyers should confirm the deal structure. |
| Legal due diligence | Professional fee | A normal budget is about ฿50,000 to ฿250,000, or about $1,500 to $7,600. A lawyer should check title, permits, foreign quota, contracts and payment schedule. Villas and leasehold structures usually need deeper checks. |
| Condo sinking fund | Building cost | A common range is about ฿500 to ฿1,200 per sqm, or about $15 to $36 per sqm. For a 50 sqm condo, this means about ฿25,000 to ฿60,000, or about $760 to $1,800. New projects often charge this at handover. |
| Furniture package | Fit-out | A condo furniture package can cost about ฿300,000 to ฿2.5 million, or about $9,100 to $75,800. The cost depends on size, rental standards and whether appliances are included. Villas usually cost more to furnish well. |
| Light condo renovation | Renovation | A light condo renovation can cost about ฿200,000 to ฿1 million, or about $6,100 to $30,300. This usually covers painting, small repairs, furniture upgrades and appliances. It does not include major layout changes. |
| Villa renovation | Renovation | A villa renovation can cost about ฿2 million to ฿10 million or more, or about $60,600 to $303,000 or more. Pools, roofs, air conditioning, kitchens and bathrooms can quickly raise the budget. Always inspect drainage and structure before buying. |
| Agent commission | Sales cost | Agent commission is commonly around 3% and is usually paid by the seller. Buyers should still check the listing structure because the cost may be included in the asking price. In new projects, developer commissions are built into marketing costs. |
| Foreign-exchange and bank fees | Transaction cost | A practical range is about 0.2% to 1.0% of the transferred amount. On a ฿10 million purchase, this means about ฿20,000 to ฿100,000, or about $600 to $3,000. Foreign buyers of condos should also keep transfer documents for registration. |
We made this infographic to show you how property prices in Thailand compare to other big cities across the region. It breaks down the average price per square meter in city centers, so you can see how cities stack up. It’s an easy way to spot where you might get the best value for your money. We hope you like it.
What properties can you buy in Phuket in 2026 with different budgets?
With $100,000, or about ฿3.3 million, there is a market in Phuket in 2026, but it is mostly small resale condos: an existing 28 to 32 sqm studio in Kathu, a 30 sqm studio in Phuket Town or Wichit, or an older 30 to 35 sqm condo in inland Chalong.
With $200,000, or about ฿6.6 million, a buyer in Phuket in 2026 can look at an existing 40 to 50 sqm one-bedroom condo in Rawai, a new 35 to 42 sqm one-bedroom condo in Karon or Chalong, or an older 55 to 65 sqm two-bedroom condo in Kathu or Wichit.
With $300,000, or about ฿9.9 million, a buyer in Phuket in 2026 can look at a new 45 to 55 sqm one-bedroom condo in Bang Tao or Cherng Talay, an existing 65 to 80 sqm two-bedroom condo in Rawai or Nai Harn, or a new 55 to 70 sqm two-bedroom condo in Karon or Kamala without a prime sea view.
With $500,000, or about ฿16.5 million, a buyer in Phuket in 2026 can look at a new 70 to 90 sqm two-bedroom condo in Bang Tao, an existing 90 to 120 sqm hillside condo in Kamala, or a small 2 to 3 bedroom resale pool villa in Chalong, Rawai or Si Sunthon.
With $1,000,000, or about ฿33 million, a buyer in Phuket in 2026 can look at a new 3-bedroom pool villa of about 280 to 350 sqm built area in Cherng Talay, an existing 3 to 4 bedroom private-pool villa in Rawai or Nai Harn, or a large branded 2-bedroom condo in Laguna or Bang Tao.
With $2,000,000, or about ฿66 million, there is a strong market in Phuket in 2026, especially for luxury villas: a new 4-bedroom villa in Bang Tao or Layan, a sea-view 4-bedroom villa in Kamala, or a large branded residence in Laguna, Surin or Bang Tao.
If you need a more detailed analysis, we have a blog article detailing what you can buy at different budget levels in Thailand.
What sources have we used to write this blog article?
Whether it’s in our blog articles or the market analyses included in our property pack about Phuket, we always rely on the strongest methodology we can … and we don’t throw out numbers at random.
We also aim to be fully transparent, so below we’ve listed the authoritative sources we used, and explained how we used them and the methods behind our estimates.
| Source used | Why we trust it | How we used it |
|---|---|---|
| Colliers Thailand, Phuket Residential Report 2025 to 2026 | Colliers is a major real estate advisory firm with a Thailand research team and Phuket residential coverage. | We used it to understand the 2026 direction of the Phuket property market. We also used it to cross-check new supply, foreign demand and the more selective market after the launch boom. |
| C9 Hotelworks, Phuket Property Market Update, May 2025 | C9 Hotelworks is a recognized Phuket consultancy focused on hotels, tourism and real estate. | We used its Phuket-specific price-per-sqm data for condos, villas, branded residences and resale properties. We also used its supply mix to weight condo and villa estimates. |
| Knight Frank Thailand, Phuket Villa and Condominium Market 2024 Year-End | Knight Frank is a global property consultancy with regular Thailand market research. | We used its condo price data, villa ranges and area observations. We also used it to check where foreign buyers were most active in Phuket. |
| Bank of Thailand, Residential Property Price Index | The Bank of Thailand is Thailand’s central bank and publishes official residential price-index data. | We used it to anchor the wider Southern Thailand price trend. We then adjusted the numbers with Phuket-specific sources because Phuket is stronger than the broader southern market. |
| Thailand Real Estate Information Center | REIC is Thailand’s national real estate information center under Government Housing Bank. | We used it as a public-sector check on Thailand’s residential transfer environment. We did not use it alone because detailed Phuket price data is often limited in public datasets. |
| IMF World Economic Outlook, Thailand inflation | The IMF is a standard international source for macroeconomic and inflation estimates. | We used it to estimate inflation-adjusted housing price changes. We also used it to keep the difference between nominal and real price growth simple for readers. |
| Exchange-rates.org, exchange-rate history | Exchange-rates.org gives dated exchange-rate history that is useful for simple currency conversion. | We used rounded June 2026 working rates of $1 equals ฿33 and €1 equals ฿38. We rounded converted prices because property prices are estimates, not exact quotes. |
| Thailand-Property, Phuket residential investment coverage | Thailand-Property tracks public and private property-market commentary in Thailand. | We used it to cross-check Colliers-reported launch values and supply direction. We treated it as a secondary source, not as the only source for price estimates. |
| Department of Lands, Thailand | The Department of Lands is the key authority for property registration and title transfers in Thailand. | We used it to frame buyer costs around transfer and registration. We also used it to remind readers that legal checks must be done before transfer. |
| Thailand Revenue Department | The Revenue Department is the official tax authority in Thailand. | We used it to cross-check tax concepts such as stamp duty, withholding tax and specific business tax. We kept the article simple because the final tax amount depends on the property and seller. |
| Siam Legal International, Thailand property transfer taxes | Siam Legal is a long-established legal-services firm that explains Thai property transfer costs in plain English. | We used it as a practical English-language check for transfer taxes and common buyer costs. We did not treat it as a replacement for a lawyer’s review of a specific deal. |
| C9 Hotelworks, Phuket Hotel and Tourism Market Update 2026 | C9 Hotelworks is a local specialist in Phuket hospitality and real estate demand trends. | We used it to understand the tourism and infrastructure backdrop behind Phuket housing demand. We used this only as context, not as a direct housing price source. |
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