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Living, renting & investing in Bueng Kum.

Bueng Kum is a suburban Bangkok neighbourhood — see rental and sale pricing, BTS/MRT transport, condo towers, schools, hospitals, lifestyle, safety and investment below.

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By Kirby Scofield
Founder of BAANLYY · International real estate broker, investor & relocation specialist
Last updated 1 July 2026 · Last reviewed 1 July 2026
Bueng KumBueng Kum district
฿11,000–฿20,0001-bed rent / month
0Condo towers mapped
6/10Investment rating
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Overview

A north-eastern residential district off Nawamin and Ramintra, served by the new MRT Pink Line.

Bueng Kum is a quieter, family-oriented suburban district in Bangkok. It trades some transit convenience for space and value. A typical one-bedroom condo here rents for roughly ฿11,000–฿20,000 a month, with two-bedrooms around ฿22,000–฿42,000, placing Bueng Kum firmly in the mid-market band of the Bangkok market.

Day to day, Bueng Kum offers a calmer, more residential evening feel. Housing here is practical and affordable, which is much of the appeal. It's considered safe for everyday living, as most of Bangkok is.

Bueng Kum suits families especially well. Its family scores are strong — a signal of space, schools and a calmer pace nearby. For investors, Bueng Kum carries a BAANLYY investment rating of 6/10, best suited to buyers prioritising yield and affordability.

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Who Bueng Kum suits

FamiliesBudget-conscious renters

Strengths

  • Family-friendly

Trade-offs

  • Less walkable — you'll rely on transit or Grab
  • Quieter after dark
  • Fewer ultra-premium towers
  • Thinner café/coworking scene
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Rental & sale pricing

Indicative monthly condo rents in Bueng Kum, by unit size. Ranges reflect the spread from older or smaller stock to new, high-spec towers — verify current asking prices on individual listings.

UnitMonthly rent (THB)
Studio฿8,000฿13,000
1 bedroom฿11,000฿20,000
2 bedroom฿22,000฿42,000
3 bedroom฿42,000฿80,000

See citywide market data & yields →

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Getting around

Transit

MRT/SRT (MRT Pink Line)

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On the map

Bueng Kum & the neighbourhood.

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Schools, healthcare & lifestyle

International schools

local schools

Hospitals & clinics

Nopparat Hospital

Lifestyle & landmarks

Fashion Island · The Promenade

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Bueng Kum at a glance

6/10Transit
6/10Convenience
5/10Walkability
7/10Safety
4/10Nightlife
8/10Family-friendly
5/10Digital-nomad
6/10Investment
4/10Luxury
FAQ

Bueng Kum — frequently asked questions

Is Bueng Kum safe?

Yes — it is generally safe, like most of central Bangkok. Bueng Kum is an established residential district with an everyday-safety rating of 7/10 on BAANLYY.

Is Bueng Kum expensive to live in?

It is among the more affordable parts of Bangkok. A one-bedroom condo typically rents for ฿11,000–฿20,000 per month here.

Is Bueng Kum good for expats?

It can work for expats — with a convenience score of 6/10 and MRT/SRT (MRT Pink Line) nearby, plus international dining and healthcare within reach.

Is Bueng Kum good for families?

Very much so — family-friendliness rates 8/10, factoring in schools, parks and space.

Is Bueng Kum good for retirees?

It can suit retirees — quieter pockets, MRT/SRT (MRT Pink Line) access and nearby hospitals make day-to-day living straightforward.

Is Bueng Kum good for digital nomads?

Workable for nomads — it scores 5/10, with cafés, coworking and fast internet around.

What are the best condos in Bueng Kum?

Browse BAANLYY's curated condo towers in Bueng Kum for the best-rated buildings, each with amenities, market data and available residences.

What BTS or MRT serves Bueng Kum?

Bueng Kum is served by MRT/SRT (MRT Pink Line).

Sources & References

Sources & References

BAANLYY area guides draw on official Thai transit, statistics and tourism sources plus BAANLYY's own field research on Bangkok neighbourhoods, condo towers and rents. Pricing is indicative — verify current figures on live listings before you commit.

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