Developers are responding by shifting capital towards Phuket, targeting long-stay demand and growth supported by a more diversified local economy. DEVELOPMENT MOMENTUMColliers Thailand reported more than 85 new residential projects were launched in Phuket during the first nine months of 2025. Colliers expects annual villa launches to moderate to 1,000-1,500 units, down from a peak of 1,922 units in 2024. He estimated incoming residential investment value at US$14 billion (455 billion baht), derived from 43,481 residential units. The remaining units are spread across the west coast, Phuket Town and Mai Khao, including Kata and Karon with 3,885 units, Phuket Town with 3,405 units, Mai Khao with 2,717 units, Patong-Kathu with 2,631 units and Kamala with 2,132 units.

Source: Bangkok Post January 14, 2026 03:21 UTC