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Styled after the Sino-Portuguese shophouse architecture of the historic Wang Burapha quarter, and the closest MRT stop to Phahurat's 'Little India' and the Klong Thom electronics market.

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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
BL30MRT Blue station
฿20,000–฿42,0001-bed rent / month
Single lineMRT Blue
Phra NakhonDistrict
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Sam Yot at a glance

Sam Yot (สามยอด, BL30) is a station on the MRT Blue Line in Phra Nakhon, Bangkok. Styled after the Sino-Portuguese shophouse architecture of the historic Wang Burapha quarter, and the closest MRT stop to Phahurat's 'Little India' and the Klong Thom electronics market.

Sits between Wat Mangkon and Sanam Chai on the Old-City arc of the loop; no cross-line transfer.

Right around the station you'll find Phahurat Market (Little India), Klong Thom Market, Ban Mo Market, Sino-Portuguese old-town architecture. The pocket suits old-town heritage renters, market-district shoppers, history and architecture fans.

Renting near Sam Yot 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 Yot suits

Old-town heritage rentersMarket-district shoppersHistory and architecture fans

What's nearby

Phahurat Market (Little India) · Klong Thom Market · Ban Mo Market · Sino-Portuguese old-town architecture

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Line & connections

MRT Blue Line (BL30) — 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 Yot

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 Yot station — frequently asked questions

What line is Sam Yot station on?

Sam Yot (BL30) is on the MRT Blue Line, operated by Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM).

How much does it cost to rent near Sam Yot?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Sam Yot 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 Yot a good place to live?

Sam Yot works well for old-town heritage renters, market-district shoppers, history and architecture fans. Nearby draws include Phahurat Market (Little India), Klong Thom Market, Ban Mo Market, and being on the MRT Blue keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Sam Yot station?

Within walking distance: Phahurat Market (Little India), Klong Thom Market, Ban Mo Market, Sino-Portuguese old-town architecture. Sits between Wat Mangkon and Sanam Chai on the Old-City arc of the loop; no cross-line transfer.

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