Over the past decade, Bangkok’s mass transit system has acted as of one of the most significant catalysts for development activity, with projects positioned along existing or planned routes benefiting from increased purchaser demand. While access is fundamental, amenities such as retail space, schools and parks can also define a location, determine its attractiveness and, in turn, act as important decision-making factors for both prospective residents and investors.

With the number of Bangkok mass transit stations due to exceed 200 by 2020, greater connectivity will pave the way for viable projects in areas currently unsuitable for premium residential development. Access in itself, while important, will only be one factor in determining a locality’s future prospects, with well-placed amenities able to heighten desirability and create conditions conducive to a virtuous circle of long-term sustainability. Wider amenities will be the differentiating factor determining the attractiveness between locations benefiting from similar mass transit access and commute times to the Central Business District.

By : bangkokpost.com