Asoke

The beating heart of Sukhumvit where the BTS and MRT cross, packed with Grade-A offices, Terminal 21, world-class hospitals and a famously round-the-clock nightlife.

Updated May 22, 20265 min read
Rental yield
5.0%

About Asoke

Asoke is Bangkok's central commercial crossroads, where the elevated BTS Asok station and the underground MRT Sukhumvit station interchange to make it one of the most accessible spots in the entire city. It is a Grade-A office centre, Interchange 21, Exchange Tower and GMM Grammy headquarters all sit here, wrapped around the themed retail floors of Terminal 21 and a deep bench of street food and fine dining. The trade-off for all that convenience is intensity: this is a 24/7 district, home to the Soi Cowboy nightlife strip and a constant churn of commuters, tourists and corporate workers. Yet it also hosts NIST International School, the Australian International School and the world-renowned Bumrungrad and Samitivej hospitals, plus the green relief of nearby Benjakitti Park, making it a pragmatic, high-liquidity choice for professionals and investors who prioritise transport above all.

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Location

Asoke in Bangkok, Bangkok, Thailand

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Lifestyle scores

  • WalkabilityExtremely Walkable91/100

    BTS/MRT interchange plus skywalks make it one of Bangkok's most pedestrian-connected hubs.

  • Bike friendlinessLimited45/100

    Congested arterials discourage cycling, though Benjakitti Park nearby offers a dedicated bike track.

  • NightlifeBuzzing90/100

    From Soi Cowboy to rooftop bars and Soi Nana one stop away, Asoke runs around the clock.

  • Family friendlinessGood68/100

    Top schools and hospitals nearby, but the dense, nightlife-heavy core suits families less than Phrom Phong.

  • Outdoor recreationModerate58/100

    Benjakitti Park's lake, jogging and bike paths sit minutes away off an otherwise concrete grid.

  • Dining sceneExcellent89/100

    Everything from Soi 38 street food to Terminal 21 food courts and upscale international restaurants.

  • Overall livabilityExcellent82/100

    Unbeatable connectivity and amenities offset the noise and crowds for transit-first residents.

Amenities and places

Gyms & Fitness

20 within 1 km

  • Fitness First Exchange TowerGym chain
  • WE Fitness AsokeGym
  • Jetts Fitness Sukhumvit24/7 gym
  • Sasi Muay ThaiBoxing gym

Schools

8 within 2 km

  • NIST International SchoolIB World SchoolThailand's first full IB school
  • Australian International School (AISB)International school
  • GLOBE International SchoolInternational school
  • Srinakharinwirot UniversityUniversity

Restaurants & Dining

220 within 1 km

  • Terminal 21 Pier 21 Food CourtFood courtCheap themed eats
  • Soi 38 / Sukhumvit street foodStreet food
  • Cabbages & CondomsThai restaurant
  • GovindaItalian vegetarian

Parks & Recreation

2 within 1.5 km

  • Benjakitti Forest ParkUrban parkLake, skywalk, bike track
  • Queen Sirikit Park Convention area green spaceOpen space

Shopping

10 within 1 km

  • Terminal 21 AsokThemed mallSix city-themed floors
  • Interchange 21 retailOffice-mall
  • Robinson SukhumvitDepartment store
  • Foodland Sukhumvit24-hour supermarket

Community

A fast-paced, cosmopolitan crossroads of corporate workers, frequent travellers, expats and tourists, with energy that rarely lets up.

Demographics
Working professionals, European and Japanese expats, frequent business travellers and wealthy Thais.
Safety
High
Neighbourhood feel
Dense, urban and round-the-clock, convenient but rarely quiet.

Best for

  • Working professionals
  • Frequent travellers
  • Investors seeking liquidity
  • Nightlife lovers

Investment and pricing

Median home price
THB 10,700,000 (~USD 319,000) for a typical 50 sqm unit (est.)
Price range
THB 5,500,000 – 45,000,000+ (~USD 164,000 – 1,343,000+)
Price per sq ft
~THB 19,900/sqft (~USD 593/sqft); ~THB 214,000/sqm
YoY appreciation
~3–6% (est., strong CBD demand)
Median rent
THB 38,000/month (~USD 1,135) for a 1-bedroom (est.)
Rental yield
5.0%
Days on market
45–75 days (est., high transaction liquidity)

Common property types

  • High-rise condos
  • Serviced apartments
  • Mixed-use residences
  • Office-condo towers

Market outlook

Among the most liquid rental markets in Bangkok thanks to the BTS/MRT interchange and office density; reliable corporate and expat tenant pipeline supports steady mid-range yields.

Figures are indicative and subject to change. Regulations, taxes and market conditions vary by jurisdiction. Do your own due diligence and seek independent legal and financial advice.

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