PHUKET
Phuket Town
About Phuket Town
Phuket Town is the island's cultural and commercial centre, with Sino-Portuguese shophouses, markets and hospitals. It has no beach, but rents are among the lowest and local life continues year-round. A motorbike or car is needed since public transport is limited.
Getting around: Motorbike or car; beaches are 15-30 minutes away. About 33 km from the airport.
Typical rent in Phuket Town
- Studio condo
- 10,000-18,000 per month (HOMA, a property operator); 8,000-15,000 (Phuket Expat Guide, studio/1-bed combined)
- 1-bed condo
- 10,000-18,000 per month (Phuket Town/Kathu, baanlyy)
- House
- 3-bed pool villa: 30,000-60,000 per month (Phuket Town/Kathu, baanlyy); 25,000-45,000 (Phuket Expat Guide)
Indicative 2026 guide ranges (baanlyy, updated Jul 2026; Phuket Expat Guide, updated Mar 2026), 6-12 month leases, furnished, usually with pool/gym. Monthly rents rise roughly 40-100% in high season (Nov-Apr). Electricity/water usually extra.
What to do in Phuket Town
- Old Phuket TowncultureRestored Sino-Portuguese shophouses along Thalang Road and Soi Romanee.
- Sunday Walking Street (Lard Yai)marketThalang Road closes to traffic on Sunday evenings, about 4-10 PM.
- Thai Hua MuseumcultureIntroduction to Phuket's Hokkien immigrant story.
- Khao Rang HillnatureHilltop view over the town, best in the evening.
- Central Phuket Floresta and Central FestivalshoppingMalls in the Wichit area just outside the centre.
Where to eat in Phuket Town
- Kopitiam by WilaiHokkien noodles and kaya toast on Thalang Road.
- Sunday Walking Street stallsLocal street food.
- Bookhemian and GRAPH PhuketCafes in the Old Town.
What is nearby
- Vachira Phuket Hospital (public)hospital
- Bangkok Hospital Phukethospital
- Central Phuket Florestamall
- Phuket International Airport (HKT)33 kmairport
Good to know
- Sunday evening parking in the Old Town is difficult.
- Calmer than the beach areas; limited public transport.
Condos in Phuket Town
Frequently asked questions about Phuket Town
Where is Phuket Town?
Phuket Town is an area of Phuket, Thailand.
Which condos are in Phuket Town?
We have guides for 4 condos in Phuket Town: Centrio Condominium, The Base Central Phuket, The Base Downtown Phuket and The Base Uptown Phuket.
What is the typical rent in Phuket Town?
The median monthly rent across our current listings in Phuket Town is about ฿24,750 (about ฿433 per sqm). Median of 24 current listings.
How much does it cost to rent or buy in Phuket Town?
We currently show 53 listings in Phuket Town: 24 for rent and 5 for sale. Rents start from about ฿8,000 per month (typical ฿24,750).
Is Phuket Town cheaper than the beaches?
Yes; guides put 1-bed condos at about 8,000-18,000 per month.
Where are the hospitals?
Vachira Phuket Hospital, Bangkok Hospital Phuket, Bangkok Hospital Siriroj and Mission Hospital are in Phuket Town.
How far are the beaches?
About 15-30 minutes by motorbike or car.
What should I check before renting in Phuket Town?
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 Phuket
Area names and boundaries are approximate. Confirm the exact location with the owner before you decide. Sources: www.phuket101.net, www.homa.co, baanlyy.com, phuketexpatguide.com, continentproperty.com.