Rawai is a beautiful seafront village at the southernmost point of Phuket. Although it was the very first tourist beach on the island, it is much less popular with tourists than nearby areas, such as Patong and Kata. Many tourists only come to Rawai as their jumping-off point for island-hopping. Rawai is defined not only by its beautiful beaches and lush coastal hills but also for its laid-back atmosphere. A large selection of health-focused cafes, yoga retreats, and Muay Thai (Thai Boxing) gyms can be found here. Thanks to its relaxed, sleepy, and quiet vibes, the area is now filled with expat, retirees, and artists.
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The majority of properties in Rawai are villas. However, houses, townhouses, condos, and penthouses are also available in the area. The villas and houses come in traditional Thai design and modern and contemporary design. Buyers can choose from two-bedroom villas to six-bedroom villas. Most of the villas and houses have private pools and gardens. Mid-rise and low-rise condos come with studio rooms, one-bedroom, and up to four bedrooms. Penthouses are very spacious and
come with two or more bedrooms. Both condos and penthouses are serviced, with communal pools, communal gyms, 24-hour security, and parking areas. Some condos and penthouses also offer more facilities, such as bars, spas, steam rooms, and on-site restaurants.
The main attraction in Rawai is the beach. However, it is not a swimming or sunbathing beach, but a major point of departure for boats sailing to the surrounding islands. Those who want to sunbathe usually go to Laem Ka Beach, which is the only eastern-facing beach in the south of Phuket. Most tourists in Rawai visits Promthep Cape, which is known as Phuket’s most photographed location. From the top of the hill, visitors can watch a captivating sunset and those who want to try fresh seafood should visit Rawai Seafood Market.
Rawai is the perfect place for those who want to experience some real Thai culture and to live a more peaceful life. The area caters to all budgets and tastes. The street foods are delicious and cheap and the restaurants offer delightful food with good service. Those who live in condos and penthouses can have a resort-like lifestyle since these properties are equipped with top-notch amenities. Although most places in Rawai can be reached on foot, the area is quite spread out. Therefore, it’s advisable to rent a scooter.
1. A popular area among expats and retirees – Rawai welcomes more and more expats and retirees every year due to its relaxed atmosphere. The area also attracts plenty of tourists. The demand for accommodation in Rawai is high and will continue to grow in the future.
2. Growing property prices – The property prices in Rawai has grown around 50% in the last 5 years.
3. Improving infrastructure – Rawai might be far from Phuket International Airport, but new roads and tunnels are constantly developed to make access to the area easier.
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The median sales price is approximately ฿4,570,000 in Rawai
The median price per square meter in Rawai is ฿107,000
The Rawai area currently has 1,313 properties for sale