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Ekkamai
About Ekkamai
Ekkamai is the next stop east of Thonglor on Sukhumvit, a younger, creative area with cafes, gyms and mid-rise condos. It is slightly cheaper than Thonglor with a similar feel.
Getting around: BTS Ekkamai on the Sukhumvit Line. The Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) is beside the station for buses to Pattaya, Rayong and Trat provinces.
Typical rent in Ekkamai
- 1-bed condo
- 18,000-30,000 per month
go2-thailand.com, 2026. No other source found.
What to do in Ekkamai
- Gateway EkkamaishoppingMall with Japanese restaurants
- Ekkamai Soi cafescafeIndependent cafes along the sois
- Fitness Platinum EkkamaisportGym named in a 2026 guide
- Ekkamai Soi 63 areafoodCafes and restaurants off the main road
- Eastern Bus TerminalotherIntercity bus station next to the BTS
Where to eat in Ekkamai
- Gateway EkkamaiJapanese-themed food mall
- Ekkamai Soi 10 restaurantsLocal Thai and Japanese places
What is nearby
- Gateway Ekkamaimall
- Eastern Bus Terminalother
- Samitivej Sukhumvit Hospitalhospital
- Bangkok Prep International Schoolschool
Good to know
- Eastern Bus Terminal makes intercity travel easy but adds traffic.
- Ekkamai and Thonglor are often cross-searched; Ekkamai is generally a bit cheaper.
- Check which side of the BTS you are on; walking across main roads can be slow.
Condos in Ekkamai
Frequently asked questions about Ekkamai
Where is Ekkamai?
Ekkamai is an area of Bangkok, Thailand.
Which condos are in Ekkamai?
We have guides for 5 condos in Ekkamai: Ideo Mobi Sukhumvit 40, Noble Ambience Sukhumvit 42, Noble Reveal, Rhythm Sukhumvit 42 and Wyndham Garden Residence Sukhumvit 42.
What is the typical rent in Ekkamai?
The median monthly rent across our current listings in Ekkamai is about ฿21,500 (about ฿493 per sqm). Median of 10 current listings.
How much does it cost to rent or buy in Ekkamai?
We currently show 17 listings in Ekkamai: 10 for rent and 3 for sale. Rents start from about ฿11,000 per month (typical ฿21,500).
Is Ekkamai cheaper than Thonglor?
Slightly: 18,000-30,000 against 20,000-40,000+ for 1-bedrooms in the same 2026 guide.
Where are buses to Pattaya?
From the Eastern Bus Terminal beside Ekkamai BTS.
What should I check before renting in Ekkamai?
Ask for the exact unit's photos, the monthly rent plus water, electricity and common fees, the deposit and the contract length. Visit in person and meet the owner or agent at the place.
More areas in Bangkok
Area names and boundaries are approximate. Confirm the exact location with the owner before you decide. Sources: go2-thailand.com.