Ramkhamhaeng
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Eastern university corridor — Rajamangala Stadium, street-food markets, and affordable rents.
Ramkhamhaeng is the university district of eastern Bangkok, centred on Ramkhamhaeng University and the long road that shares its name. It suits students, budget nomads and long-term renters who want cheap food, low rents and a young local crowd, and who are willing to live without a rail station nearby.
Ramkhamhaeng at a glance
Living in Ramkhamhaeng
With one of the country's largest student populations, the area feels young and busy: photocopy shops, noodle stalls, night markets, phone shops and dormitories line the sois. Weekdays follow the university timetable, with crowds at lunch and again in the evening. Weekends are for The Mall Ramkhamhaeng, the markets and the area's Muay Thai gyms. Food is among the cheapest in the city, and few expats means prices stay local. For a quieter residential feel, people look toward Hua Mak, while the bars and restaurants of Thong Lo are a taxi ride west.
Renting in Ramkhamhaeng
The market is dominated by apartment buildings and dormitory-style blocks aimed at students, plus a good number of budget condos along the main road and sois. One-bedroom units typically rent for 10,000–20,000 THB a month. Monthly contracts and smaller deposits are easier to find here than in central districts, though older buildings vary widely in quality and maintenance, so inspect carefully. See Bangkok rent prices by area for a comparison with other districts.
- 1 bedroom
- ฿10k–฿20kTHB / mo
Typical furnished condo listings in Ramkhamhaeng and neighbouring blocks, compiled by BKK Oracle editors from DDProperty, Hipflat and agent listings. Utilities are extra.
Getting around Ramkhamhaeng
There is no BTS or MRT station in the heart of Ramkhamhaeng, so most people get around by bus, motorbike taxi, Grab and taxi along Ramkhamhaeng Road, which is often congested. The Khlong Saen Saep canal boat is a cheap, fast way into Pratunam for those living near the canal. Rail is a short ride away: the Airport Rail Link and the MRT Yellow Line both run through neighbouring Hua Mak.
Who Ramkhamhaeng suits
- Students at Ramkhamhaeng University and nearby colleges
- Very cheap street food and everyday costs
- Muay Thai training at local gyms
- No BTS or MRT station within walking distance
- Heavy traffic on Ramkhamhaeng Road most of the day
- Older apartment stock with uneven maintenance
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Read guideRamkhamhaeng FAQs
Is Ramkhamhaeng a good area to live in Bangkok?
Ramkhamhaeng is a good fit for students, budget nomads and long-term living. It sits in Bangkok's budget rent tier, with one-bedroom condos typically at 10,000–20,000 THB a month.
How much is rent in Ramkhamhaeng?
Typical furnished condo rents in Ramkhamhaeng are one-bedrooms 10,000–20,000 THB a month. Electricity, water and internet usually add 2,500–5,000 THB a month, and most landlords ask for a two-month deposit plus the first month upfront.
What is the nearest BTS or MRT station to Ramkhamhaeng?
No BTS or MRT station sits within easy walking distance of central Ramkhamhaeng, so most residents rely on buses, taxis, Grab and motorbike taxis. If a daily rail commute matters, look at the nearest areas on the BTS or MRT network.
Is Ramkhamhaeng a good choice for students?
Very much so. Ramkhamhaeng University is an open-admission public university with a huge student body, and the whole area is built around it, from dormitories and photocopy shops to cheap canteens. Students at other campuses in eastern Bangkok also rent here for the low prices and ready supply of short leases.
How do you get from Ramkhamhaeng to central Bangkok?
The Khlong Saen Saep canal boat runs west to Pratunam and is often the quickest option at rush hour. Otherwise, take a bus or taxi along Ramkhamhaeng Road, or a short ride to the Airport Rail Link, which connects at Makkasan and Phaya Thai with the MRT and BTS.
Are there Muay Thai gyms in Ramkhamhaeng?
Yes, the area has several local Muay Thai gyms, many aimed at Thai fighters and students rather than tourists, so prices are usually lower than at the well-known camps. Try a session first to check the training style, schedule and whether coaches are used to working with foreign beginners.