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Living near Itsaraphap station.

The only underground station on the Thonburi side, linked to Sanam Chai by a tunnel running beneath the Chao Phraya River. Its swan motif nods to Wat Hong Rattanaram, an Ayutthaya-era temple nearby.

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By Kirby Scofield
Founder of BAANLYY · International real estate broker, investor & relocation specialist
Last updated 7 July 2026 · Last reviewed 7 July 2026
BL32MRT Blue station
฿20,000–฿42,0001-bed rent / month
Single lineMRT Blue
Bangkok YaiDistrict
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Itsaraphap at a glance

Itsaraphap (อิสรภาพ, BL32) is a station on the MRT Blue Line in Bangkok Yai, Bangkok. The only underground station on the Thonburi side, linked to Sanam Chai by a tunnel running beneath the Chao Phraya River. Its swan motif nods to Wat Hong Rattanaram, an Ayutthaya-era temple nearby.

The last underground stop before the line rises to Tha Phra; sits between Sanam Chai (across the river tunnel) and Tha Phra. No cross-line transfer.

Right around the station you'll find Wat Hong Rattanaram, Wat Ratchasittharam Ratchaworawihan, Itsaraphap Road. The pocket suits old thonburi heritage renters, temple and river-culture fans, value-central renters.

Renting near Itsaraphap sits in the central mid-market band: a typical one-bedroom condo within walking distance runs roughly ฿20,000–฿42,000 a month, with rents easing the further you are from the station exit. These are indicative ranges, not quotes — always verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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Who Itsaraphap suits

Old Thonburi heritage rentersTemple and river-culture fansValue-central renters

What's nearby

Wat Hong Rattanaram · Wat Ratchasittharam Ratchaworawihan · Itsaraphap Road

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Line & connections

MRT Blue Line (BL32) — Bangkok's underground loop, the workhorse of the metro network. It interchanges with the BTS at Asok/Sukhumvit, Sala Daeng/Si Lom and Mo Chit/Chatuchak Park, and reaches Lumphini Park, the Rama 9 'new CBD', Chinatown and Chula University.

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Renting & living near Itsaraphap

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance run roughly ฿20,000฿42,000 a month (central mid-market band). Ranges are indicative, not quotes — verify current asking prices on individual listings.

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FAQ

Itsaraphap station — frequently asked questions

What line is Itsaraphap station on?

Itsaraphap (BL32) is on the MRT Blue Line, operated by Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM).

How much does it cost to rent near Itsaraphap?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Itsaraphap run roughly ฿20,000–฿42,000 per month (central mid-market band). Studios sit below this and larger units above; ranges are indicative, so confirm on live listings.

Is Itsaraphap a good place to live?

Itsaraphap works well for old thonburi heritage renters, temple and river-culture fans, value-central renters. Nearby draws include Wat Hong Rattanaram, Wat Ratchasittharam Ratchaworawihan, Itsaraphap Road, and being on the MRT Blue keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Itsaraphap station?

Within walking distance: Wat Hong Rattanaram, Wat Ratchasittharam Ratchaworawihan, Itsaraphap Road. The last underground stop before the line rises to Tha Phra; sits between Sanam Chai (across the river tunnel) and Tha Phra. No cross-line transfer.

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