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Living near Phra Ram 9 station.

The fast-rising 'new CBD' around the Central Rama 9 mall and a cluster of grade-A office towers — a popular investor and corporate-rental zone.

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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
BL20MRT Blue station
฿20,000–฿42,0001-bed rent / month
Single lineMRT Blue
Huai KhwangDistrict
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Phra Ram 9 at a glance

Phra Ram 9 (พระราม 9, BL20) is a station on the MRT Blue Line in Huai Khwang, Bangkok. The fast-rising 'new CBD' around the Central Rama 9 mall and a cluster of grade-A office towers — a popular investor and corporate-rental zone.

A direct MRT ride to Sukhumvit and Si Lom, putting the new business district one line from old Sukhumvit.

Right around the station you'll find Central Rama 9, The Nine Center, G Tower / Unilever HQ, emerging Rama 9 CBD towers. The pocket suits investors, corporate tenants, new-cbd renters.

Renting near Phra Ram 9 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 Phra Ram 9 suits

InvestorsCorporate tenantsNew-CBD renters

What's nearby

Central Rama 9 · The Nine Center · G Tower / Unilever HQ · emerging Rama 9 CBD towers

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Line & connections

MRT Blue Line (BL20) — 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 Phra Ram 9

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.

Explore Rama 9 / Huai Khwang & nearby areas →Condo towersNeighbourhood finderMove-in costRent affordability

FAQ

Phra Ram 9 station — frequently asked questions

What line is Phra Ram 9 station on?

Phra Ram 9 (BL20) is on the MRT Blue Line, operated by Bangkok Expressway and Metro (BEM).

How much does it cost to rent near Phra Ram 9?

Indicative one-bedroom condo rents within walking distance of Phra Ram 9 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 Phra Ram 9 a good place to live?

Phra Ram 9 works well for investors, corporate tenants, new-cbd renters. Nearby draws include Central Rama 9, The Nine Center, G Tower / Unilever HQ, and being on the MRT Blue keeps you car-free across much of the city.

What's near Phra Ram 9 station?

Within walking distance: Central Rama 9, The Nine Center, G Tower / Unilever HQ, emerging Rama 9 CBD towers. A direct MRT ride to Sukhumvit and Si Lom, putting the new business district one line from old Sukhumvit.

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