We offer a comprehensive selection of Koh Samui properties for sale, covering every area of this beautiful island in Thailand. Our up-to-date property listings include sea-view villas, beachfront properties, luxury homes and land.
You will also find a variety of other options, such as townhomes, detached houses and semi-detached homes. Whatever type of property you are looking for, we have it all.
As Koh Samui evolves and grows, home buyers enjoy an ever-expanding range of options. Some areas, like the popular northeast and the quieter western coast, offer abundant real estate investment opportunities.
Buyers fall into various categories. Property investors seek strong returns, while vacation home buyers prioritize proximity to the best beaches and entertainment. Others search for retirement properties that offer a great lifestyle.
Koh Samui’s real estate market is also attracting more families seeking a different way of life, often leveraging remote work opportunities. Families benefit from high-quality education options, including established schools like the International School of Samui in Chaweng and Panyadee School in Chaweng Noi, which offer international curricula up to A Levels.
Retirees also find Koh Samui appealing, thanks to its lifestyle benefits and easy access to Bangkok in just over an hour by plane, with connections to Southeast Asia and beyond.
VILLAS
Samui villas are significantly larger than traditional houses in places like the UK, offering a wide range of sizes and styles. Semi-detached villas typically feature 2 to 3 bedrooms, private gardens, swimming pools, and balconies, making them a popular choice. Garden homes have also gained popularity, with the Samui Sanctuary project in Plai Laem pioneering this type of property.
Recently, the trend has shifted toward Balinese-style properties, which are especially popular in areas like Maenam and Lamai Beach. Bali villas now represent a distinct and sought-after category of Samui villas for sale. Here’s a recent listing of Balinese villas available in Maenam.
BEACHFRONT
Beachfront homes come in various sizes but are generally much more expensive than similarly sized hillside properties. The primary driver of these higher prices is the limited availability of land for development. Smaller plots are extremely rare, and larger tracts of land, when available, are typically accessible only to the very wealthy.
Hotels and five-star resorts often claim the most desirable beachfront locations. Koh Samui already hosts numerous branded hotels, including the W Resort, Sheraton, Ritz-Carlton, Four Seasons, and Conrad, to name just a few.
CONDOMINIUMS
Koh Samui offers a selection of condominiums for sale, though fewer than other areas in Thailand. Building height restrictions, capped at 12 meters, and strict planning laws have limited the number of developments, making condos relatively scarce. Despite this, condos remain popular due to their affordable prices and simpler legal requirements. Under the Thailand Condo Act, foreigners can purchase up to 49% of any condominium building, holding a foreign freehold title in perpetuity that can be passed on to their next of kin. The remaining 51% is typically sold as leasehold to Thai nationals or structured through Thai companies. This arrangement often leads foreigners to believe condominiums are the only properties they can buy in Thailand.
In contrast, apartments are leasehold properties with a maximum lease term of 30 years. Leases can sometimes be renewed for another 30 years, with the total maximum leasehold period under Thai law reaching 90 years in three 30-year terms.
Condos and apartments are often the first investments foreigners consider. On Koh Samui, condos for sale are usually located near the beach, with Bophut, Choeng Mon, Chaweng, and Lamai being the most popular areas. These locations attract buyers due to their relatively lower prices compared to entry-level villas. Budget condos, apartments, studios, and one-bedroom units are the most sought-after options, offering smaller, entry-level investments. However, Koh Samui has a limited supply of luxury penthouses, making high-end options harder to find.
LAND
Rising demand for housing has driven up the value of land plots on Koh Samui. The island has become a hotspot for developers eager to launch new projects, with the scarcity of suitable land serving as the main driver of price increases. Sea-view land plots in prime locations are especially coveted, leading to significant rises in raw land prices. Beachfront land, in particular, has become even harder to find as demand remains high.
We have access to several off-market land plots and can source additional options through our extensive network of local connections and land brokerages. Whether you are seeking flat land, sea-view plots, hillside properties, or prime beachfront parcels, we have the resources to help you find the right property.
If you’re interested in land, you may want to explore our section on Thailand land titles. We are always available to answer questions about land availability, so feel free to contact us for more information.
Land for sale on Koh Samui is becoming an increasingly popular investment. Many foreigners are purchasing land to start property developments, often subdividing the land into smaller parcels. The maximum allowable subdivision is nine plots, with one designated for a road and eight for building. Buying land and reselling portions is another profitable strategy. The highest land title in Thailand is the Chanote title. For more details about Thailand land titles and planning laws, refer to our section on Thailand land rules.
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If you need legal advice about purchasing property in Thailand, we not only offer practical guidance but also connect you with trustworthy lawyers. Typically, their initial consultation is free, and we ensure their service charges provide excellent value when you proceed with a purchase.
With over 19 years of experience assisting clients in buying real estate on Koh Samui, we hope you’ll choose to contact us before considering other real estate agents on the island.
