Ladprao Neighborhood Guide 

Ladprao - Neighborhood of a dream as a hub of transportation

Ladprao is jokingly known as one of the worst traffic jams in Bangkok city. But with a lot of options of public transportation these days, Ladprao is becoming a popular area to live. There are so many reasons why we should make Ladprao a home which is accessible to both BTS and MRT, dining spots, and fun landmarks all around! 

Get to know the Ladprao neighborhood 

Let us guide you to one of the most popular districts in northern Bangkok, Ladprao has been growing over the past years. From a very well known area of shopping complex such as Central Plaza Ladprao and Union Mall being a big name there to a living neighborhood everyone wants to live.

With the easy accessibility of BTS and MRT lines, residential projects have been established for over the last couple years. And to avoid heavy traffic during rush hour on Ladprao main road, there is no denial that condominiums in this neighborhood are only getting busier. 

Places you shouldn’t miss in Ladprao

Shopping Malls 

• Central Plaza Ladprao
  Central Plaza Ladprao has been a major spot in the Ladprao neighborhood for as long as we all can remember. When talking about why visiting this area, one of the reasons must be to visit Central Plaza Ladprao. This shopping mall offers a wide variety of shopping from high-end brands to street food vendors and dining experiences. Laoprao locals are definitely going to recommend you to pay a visit here.

• Union Mall
  Another shopping spree with a walking distance from Central Plaza Ladprao, Union Mall is well known for retail shopping and affordable clothing items. It has everything you need when it comes to every type of costume. It is popular among Asian tourists as well.

Landmarks and Business Districts 

• Magic Land Playground
  Magic Land Playground, or well known in Thai as Daen Niramit, was the first outdoor amusement park in Thailand that operated for almost 25 years. However, it was shut down in 2000, but the place itself has become one of the landmarks in the area that most people must have heard of.  

• Somdet Ya Park
  Located by the intersection of Vibhavadi Rangsit and Phaholyothin road with a walking distance from Central Plaza Ladprao, Somdet Ya Park can also be reached by MRT Phaholyothin, which is right by the park.

Restaurants and Bars

• Blue Sky Bar Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao 
  A rooftop bar on the top floor of Centara Grand Hotel at Central Plaza Ladprao that offers a panoramic view of northern Bangkok, serving stylish dishes and five-star cocktails.  

• Suan Bua Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok
  Offering authentic Thai food cuisine under the concept of "food is a medicine", Suan Bua, located at Centara Grand hotel at Central Plaza Ladprao. Suan Bua also offers a private dining room for those who would like to gather or host a private dinner along with their loved ones.

How to get to Ladprao 

By Public Transportation

You can reach Ladprao area by both BTS and MRT station. The BTS skytrain station of Ha Yaek Ladprao is definitely the main one and just a few mins away is MRT Phaholyothin station. The BTS station goes along the Sukhumvit line directly. It is not only super convenient to travel outside of Bangkok to upper northern stations that stop at Kukot station, but also easy to commute to the city center as well.

By Car

You can access the Ladprao neighborhood via Ladprao road that is connected to many main roads of northern Bangkok. Starting from Ladprao intersection, which is the intersection between Phaholyothin road and Vibhavadi Rangsit roads. Towards the southeast side is an intersection with Ratchadaphisek Road passing through Chokchai 4 and Pradit Manutham road.

Ladprao’s upcoming landmarks 

The extension of the BTS Green Line from Mo Chit to Khu Khot station caused the private sector a lot of investment in Ladprao neighborhood, with the prediction that this district has the opportunity to become a new business center or New CBD (New Central Business District) of Bangkok city. One of the reasons is that the intersection station connecting BTS and MRT immerses people from the Vibhavadi Rangsit side and Chatuchak area towards the city center. In the future, we are likely to see a lot of mix-used building property projects and residential condominiums.

How much does the area cost in Ladprao?

With the area getting more and more popular everyday due to the extension of BTS Green Line, the price at Ladprao is now starting between 215,000-250,000 baht/sqm. (as of October 16, 2022). And there is a possibility that it will rise in the near future with more high-rise and upscale residential projects currently in development. 

The rental price in Ladprao area is a vast majority. It could range from 8,000 baht/month and above, since you will find many types of accommodations from apartment, mid-scale building, low-rise to luxury high-rise condo.

Recommended residences in Ladprao

Life @ Ladprao

An ideal condominium for the adaptive generation with a prime location close to both BTS Ha Yaek Ladprao and MRT Phaholyothin, Life @ Ladprao is literally perfect for those who love convenience. The highlight of this project is green urban space with over 3,200 square meters.   

The selling price is starting at THB 3,890,000 

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M Ladprao

Designed under the concept of urban and cubism, M Ladprao offers you a comprehensive variety of on-site facilities. M Ladprao is a high-rise condominium with a total of 43 floors and a roof, which comes with a prime location as 5 minutes from MRT Phaholyothin and only 1 minute from Central Plaza Ladprao shopping mall. 

The selling price is starting at THB 6,200,000 

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The Origin Ladprao 15 

A low-rise condominium with a total of 8 floors and 163 units, The Origin Ladprao 15 offers the perfect balance for those seeking privacy and convenience as it’s only 600 meters away from MRT Ladprao. 

The selling price is starting at THB 3,290,000 

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Don’t miss the Ladprao neighborhood  

Needless to say, if anyone is looking for a convenient area of public transportation to stay, Ladprao is definitely the one. Being a hub of both BTS and MRT station and on top with the intersection of main major roads of northern Bangkok, no one does it like this neighborhood.

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