Silom and Nana are two of the Bangkok neighbourhoods expats and investors weigh against each other most often. Silom is a prime, blue-chip district, while Nana is a central, well-connected one. This side-by-side compares both on rent, transport, lifestyle, safety and investment so you can pick the one that fits your move.
Silom and Nana are two of the Bangkok neighbourhoods expats and investors weigh against each other most often. Silom is a prime, blue-chip district, while Nana is a central, well-connected one. This side-by-side compares both on rent, transport, lifestyle, safety and investment so you can pick the one that fits your move.
On rent, Nana is the more affordable of the two - a typical one-bedroom runs roughly 30% less than in Silom - so the trade-off is budget versus what Silom offers in return.
| Home type | Silom | Nana |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | ฿18,000 - ฿30,000 | ฿14,000 - ฿22,000 |
| 1 Bedroom | ฿28,000 - ฿55,000 | ฿20,000 - ฿38,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | ฿55,000 - ฿110,000 | ฿38,000 - ฿72,000 |
| 3 Bedroom / House | ฿110,000 - ฿280,000 | ฿70,000 - ฿140,000 |
Nana is roughly 30% cheaper for a typical one-bedroom. Convert to your currency on the Investor Tools page.
| Category | Silom | Nana | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transit | 9/10 | 9/10 | Tie |
| Convenience | 9/10 | 9/10 | Tie |
| Walkability | 9/10 | 8/10 | Silom |
| Safety | 9/10 | 8/10 | Silom |
| Nightlife | 9/10 | 9/10 | Tie |
| Family-friendly | 8/10 | 6/10 | Silom |
| Digital-nomad | 8/10 | 8/10 | Tie |
| Investment | 9/10 | 8/10 | Silom |
| Luxury | 10/10 | 7/10 | Silom |
Nana is cheaper - a one-bedroom averages roughly 30% less. Expect about ฿28,000-฿55,000 in Silom versus ฿20,000-฿38,000 in Nana.
Silom rates higher for families (8/10 vs 6/10 on BAANLYY). Family-friendliness factors in space, schools and a calmer pace.
Both work well for nomads. The nomad score reflects cafes, coworking and reliable internet.
Both are well served by the BTS/MRT network.
Silom has stronger investment fundamentals (9/10 vs 8/10 on BAANLYY). Ratings weigh tenant demand, connectivity and development.
Silom sits further up-market (10/10 vs 7/10 on BAANLYY).
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