How much is rent in Thonglor-Ekkamai, Bangkok?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Thonglor-Ekkamai costs ฿28,000 - ฿55,000/month (second-hand contract) or ฿22,000 - ฿45,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ฿50,000 - ฿85,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ฿75,000 - ฿120,000/month.

Is Thonglor-Ekkamai safe for expats?

Thonglor-Ekkamai has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Thonglor-Ekkamai to Bangkok center?

The commute from Thonglor-Ekkamai to Bangkok city center takes approximately 18 minutes by BTS.

What is Thonglor-Ekkamai like to live in?

Upscale trendy area. Fine dining, bars, Japanese expats. Bangkok's most fashionable. The neighborhood is known for being upscale, dining, trendy.

Thonglor-Ekkamai in Bangkok 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

18 min

BTS

Safety Rating

5/5

Very Safe

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Rent in Thonglor-Ekkamai

Monthly rent in THB (฿). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	฿22,000 - ฿45,000/mo	฿28,000 - ฿55,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	฿40,000 - ฿70,000/mo	฿50,000 - ฿85,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	฿60,000 - ฿100,000/mo	฿75,000 - ฿120,000/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Thonglor-Ekkamai, Bangkok?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Thonglor-Ekkamai costs ฿28,000 - ฿55,000/month (second-hand contract) or ฿22,000 - ฿45,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ฿50,000 - ฿85,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ฿75,000 - ฿120,000/month.
Is Thonglor-Ekkamai safe for expats?: Thonglor-Ekkamai has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Thonglor-Ekkamai to Bangkok center?: The commute from Thonglor-Ekkamai to Bangkok city center takes approximately 18 minutes by BTS.
What is Thonglor-Ekkamai like to live in?: Upscale trendy area. Fine dining, bars, Japanese expats. Bangkok's most fashionable. The neighborhood is known for being upscale, dining, trendy.

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