Ladprao and Ratchada are two of the Bangkok neighbourhoods expats and investors weigh against each other most often. Ladprao is a well-priced midtown district, while Ratchada is a fast-rising new-CBD one. This side-by-side compares both on rent, transport, lifestyle, safety and investment so you can pick the one that fits your move.
Ladprao and Ratchada are two of the Bangkok neighbourhoods expats and investors weigh against each other most often. Ladprao is a well-priced midtown district, while Ratchada is a fast-rising new-CBD one. This side-by-side compares both on rent, transport, lifestyle, safety and investment so you can pick the one that fits your move.
On rent, Ladprao is the more affordable of the two - a typical one-bedroom runs roughly 13% less than in Ratchada - so the trade-off is budget versus what Ratchada offers in return.
| Home type | Ladprao | Ratchada |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | ฿10,000 - ฿16,000 | ฿11,000 - ฿18,000 |
| 1 Bedroom | ฿14,000 - ฿26,000 | ฿16,000 - ฿30,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | ฿26,000 - ฿50,000 | ฿32,000 - ฿58,000 |
| 3 Bedroom / House | ฿50,000 - ฿95,000 | ฿58,000 - ฿110,000 |
Ladprao is roughly 13% cheaper for a typical one-bedroom. Convert to your currency on the Investor Tools page.
| Category | Ladprao | Ratchada | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit | 8/10 | 8/10 | Tie |
| Convenience | 8/10 | 8/10 | Tie |
| Walkability | 7/10 | 7/10 | Tie |
| Safety | 7/10 | 7/10 | Tie |
| Nightlife | 6/10 | 9/10 | Ratchada |
| Family-friendly | 7/10 | 6/10 | Ladprao |
| Digital-nomad | 7/10 | 7/10 | Tie |
| Investment | 7/10 | 8/10 | Ratchada |
| Luxury | 5/10 | 7/10 | Ratchada |
Ladprao is cheaper - a one-bedroom averages roughly 13% less. Expect about ฿14,000-฿26,000 in Ladprao versus ฿16,000-฿30,000 in Ratchada.
Ladprao rates higher for families (7/10 vs 6/10 on BAANLYY). Family-friendliness factors in space, schools and a calmer pace.
Both work well for nomads. The nomad score reflects cafes, coworking and reliable internet.
Both are well served by the BTS/MRT network.
Ratchada has stronger investment fundamentals (8/10 vs 7/10 on BAANLYY). Ratings weigh tenant demand, connectivity and development.
Ratchada sits further up-market (7/10 vs 5/10 on BAANLYY).
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