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Living near Sam Yan station.

The Chulalongkorn University station — a youthful, walkable pocket anchored by the 24-hour Sam Yan Mitrtown mall and student housing.

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By Kirby Scofield
Founder of BAANLYY · International real estate broker, investor & relocation specialist
Last updated 7 July 2026 · Last reviewed 7 July 2026
BL27MRT Blue station
฿20,000–฿42,0001-bed rent / month
Single lineMRT Blue
Pathum WanDistrict
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Sam Yan at a glance

Sam Yan (สามย่าน, BL27) is a station on the MRT Blue Line in Pathum Wan, Bangkok. The Chulalongkorn University station — a youthful, walkable pocket anchored by the 24-hour Sam Yan Mitrtown mall and student housing.

One MRT stop from Si Lom and within walking distance of Siam Square through the university campus.

Right around the station you'll find Sam Yan Mitrtown, Chulalongkorn University, Chamchuri Square, Suan Luang Square. The pocket suits students, young professionals, walk-to-siam renters.

Renting near Sam Yan sits in the central mid-market band: a typical one-bedroom condo within walking distance runs roughly ฿20,000–฿42,000 a month, with rents easing the further you are from the station exit. These are indicative ranges, not quotes — always verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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Who Sam Yan suits

StudentsYoung professionalsWalk-to-Siam renters

What's nearby

Sam Yan Mitrtown · Chulalongkorn University · Chamchuri Square · Suan Luang Square

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Line & connections

MRT Blue Line (BL27) — Bangkok's underground loop, the workhorse of the metro network. It interchanges with the BTS at Asok/Sukhumvit, Sala Daeng/Si Lom and Mo Chit/Chatuchak Park, and reaches Lumphini Park, the Rama 9 'new CBD', Chinatown and Chula University.

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Renting & living near Sam Yan

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance run roughly ฿20,000฿42,000 a month (central mid-market band). Ranges are indicative, not quotes — verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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FAQ

Sam Yan station — frequently asked questions

What line is Sam Yan station on?

Sam Yan (BL27) is on the MRT Blue Line, operated by Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM).

How much does it cost to rent near Sam Yan?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Sam Yan run roughly ฿20,000–฿42,000 per month (central mid-market band). Studios sit below this and larger units above; ranges are indicative, so confirm on live listings.

Is Sam Yan a good place to live?

Sam Yan works well for students, young professionals, walk-to-siam renters. Nearby draws include Sam Yan Mitrtown, Chulalongkorn University, Chamchuri Square, and being on the MRT Blue keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Sam Yan station?

Within walking distance: Sam Yan Mitrtown, Chulalongkorn University, Chamchuri Square, Suan Luang Square. One MRT stop from Si Lom and within walking distance of Siam Square through the university campus.

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