PROJECT

Completed

VIP Karon

in Karon, Phuket · by Phuket9

Answered by a Phuket expert
166

CONDOS

3 200

PROJECT AREA

3

BUILDINGS

8

FLOORS

2025

COMPLETION

720

CAM ฿/m²

VIP Karon

ABOUT THE PROJECT

VIP Karon is a completed residential condominium project developed by Phuket9 Co., Ltd, situated in the heart of Karon — one of Phuket's most established and sought-after beachside communities. With 166 total units and 46 currently available for sale, VIP Karon represents a substantive mid-range offering in a zone that appeals equally to lifestyle buyers and yield-focused investors.

Karon occupies a sweet spot on Phuket's south-west coast: quieter and more residential than Patong, which lies roughly four kilometres to the north, yet livelier and more connected to amenities than the secluded bays further south. Karon Beach itself stretches for approximately three kilometres — one of the longest continuous beaches on the island — and draws a mix of tourists, long-term expats, and Thai families rather than the party crowd that dominates Patong. It is this balanced character that makes Karon consistently attractive to buyers who want genuine beach-resort living without sacrificing everyday convenience.

VIP Karon was completed in 2025, meaning buyers take on zero construction risk and can access their units or begin generating rental income immediately. The project's 166-unit scale provides enough critical mass for well-maintained shared facilities while remaining small enough to retain a community feel. As a condominium development, unit layouts are suited to both owner-occupiers and investors targeting the area's active short-term rental market on platforms such as Airbnb and Booking.com.

In terms of location, VIP Karon sits within comfortable reach of Karon Beach — the walk or short drive to the shore takes roughly one to two minutes from the immediate project vicinity, placing residents amid the cafes, beach clubs, and watersports facilities that line the beachfront road. Kata Beach, another of Phuket's premier swim-friendly shores, lies approximately two kilometres to the south, and Kata Noi — a smaller, more secluded bay — is just two to three kilometres further. Phuket International Airport is reachable in approximately 35 to 40 minutes by road, a practical consideration for frequent travellers and overseas owners.

For buyers interested in the marine environment, Karon serves as a convenient base for accessing some of Phuket's best dive sites: Anemone Reef and Shark Point are reachable by speedboat in around 20 minutes, making the area popular with diving enthusiasts year-round.

From an investment standpoint, Karon's rental market is well established. The zone benefits from strong short-term rental demand driven by its beach proximity and diverse visitor base. Gross rental yields for well-positioned condos in Karon typically range between five and seven percent, underpinned by year-round tourist traffic and a growing base of long-stay digital nomads and retirees. VIP Karon is competitively priced within the mid-range segment, making entry accessible relative to the luxury-tier projects further north in Surin and Bang Tao.

Ownership structure at VIP Karon follows standard Thai condominium law. Foreign nationals may purchase units under full freehold title, provided the foreign-ownership quota — set at 49 percent of total floor area under the Thai Condominium Act — has not been exhausted in the building. Thai nationals and foreign buyers using a Thai company structure can access the remaining 51 percent. Prospective buyers should confirm current quota availability directly with the sales team.

Whether you are seeking a personal holiday retreat, a permanent residence, or a cash-flowing investment in one of Phuket's most enduring beach communities, VIP Karon merits close consideration. Browse current available units, floor plans, and pricing by viewing the full listings below, or contact our team to arrange a private viewing.

46 listings

FROM DEVELOPER

46 units for sale

from ฿3.8M – ฿22M · Q2 2025

Exact floor plans and prices — ask our manager.

Contact our manager

AVAILABLE UNIT TYPES

F

15 available
฿3.8M–21.9M28.4–122.65 m²3 variants
F 1F 2F 3

E1

31 available
฿7.4M–14.4M55.2–115.5 m²6 variants
E1 1E1 2E1 3E1 4E1 5E1 6

COMPLEX FEATURES

Swimming PoolGymRestaurant

PAYMENT PLAN

Original developer payment plan published when this project was launched. Resale buyers may negotiate a different schedule with the seller.

Stage%Due
Reservation Deposit฿100,000Immediately
1st Installment30%Upon contract signing
2nd Installment20%Foundation start
3rd Installment20%Building structure completion
4th Installment20%Completion of the walls
5th Installment5%Completion of interior
6th Installment5%On handover

FEES & TAXES

Standard transaction fees in Thailand for a completed condominium under the ownership types listed below.

Freehold

  • Transfer fee — 2%
  • Specific Business Tax — 3.3%
  • Withholding tax — 1%
  • Stamp duty — 0.5%

Freehold (foreign quota): one-time transfer fee + tax obligations at closing. Annual common-area maintenance (CAM) separately.

Leasehold

  • Transfer fee — 1%
  • Stamp duty — 0.1%

Leasehold (30-year): registration fee 1% + 0.1% stamp duty on the lease value. No annual property tax for the lessee.

Buyer and seller usually split the transfer fee 50/50.

BUILDING FACTS

Operating costs and on-site infrastructure as published by the developer.

Parking & Lift

  • Parking ratio (spaces / units)30%
  • Parking typeConventional

Management

  • Common-area management fee฿60 per SqM
  • Electricity฿5.00/kWh
  • Water฿5.00/Cubic Meter
  • Sinking fund฿500/SqM
  • Freehold premium฿350,000
  • PetsNot Allowed

MASTER PLAN

VIP Karon master plan 1

LOCATION

Property location on map
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NEARBY PLACES

International Schools

  • International School of Phuket (ISP)4.9 km

Hospitals

  • SmileLab Dental clinic4.1 km

Sports & Events Venues

  • Rawai Boxing Stadium6.3 km

Universities

  • Prince of Songkla University, Phuket Campus8.0 km

Zoos & Aquariums

  • Phuket Zoo6.3 km

Parks

  • Dino Park Mini Golf1.8 km

Museums

  • Arts Corner Phuket3.5 km

Panoramic Views

  • Kata Noi Viewpoint2.8 km

Sport & Gym

  • The Cult Fitness Society Rawai4.8 km

DISTRICT

Karon

Phuket's coastline divides into fifteen distinct tourist zones, each with its own buyer profile, price band and rental cycle. The luxury west coast — Bang Tao, Layan, Surin, Kamala — runs Aman-tier resorts, golf, beach clubs and the highest absolute prices on the island. Drop south through Patong (the tourist…

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DEVELOPER

Phuket9 logo

Phuket9

12 projects

Phuket9 runs 12 projects concentrated tightly along Phuket's southern peninsula — Kata, Karon, and Rawai account for the entire portfolio — with 503 units currently available for sale spanning a wide price band of ฿3.77M–฿50M and a median entry point of ฿5.85M. The developer sits in the mid price tier for most of its condominium product, though villa releases push…

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SPECIFICATIONS

Renewable
Yes
Lease end date
30 June 2056
Ownership Type
freehold + leasehold
Service charge
82 AED/m²
Lease duration (years)
30
Service charge
720 THB/m²

FREQUENTLY ASKED

VIP Karon — buyer FAQ

Can foreigners buy a unit at VIP Karon?

Yes. VIP Karon is a registered condominium, so foreign nationals can purchase units under full freehold title. Thai law reserves up to 49 percent of a condo building's total floor area for foreign ownership. Buyers should confirm that foreign-quota units remain available at the time of purchase.

How far is Karon Beach from VIP Karon?

VIP Karon is located in the Karon district, placing residents within a short walk or one-to-two-minute drive of Karon Beach — a roughly three-kilometre stretch of sand that is one of Phuket's longest. Kata Beach lies approximately two kilometres to the south.

Is VIP Karon completed and ready for handover?

Yes. VIP Karon reached completion in 2025. All 166 units are fully constructed, meaning buyers face no construction risk and can take immediate possession. Of the 166 units, 46 are currently listed as available for sale.

Who is the developer of VIP Karon?

VIP Karon was developed by Phuket9 Co., Ltd, a developer with a track record of condominium projects in Phuket's southern coastal zones. The completed status of this project demonstrates the developer's ability to deliver on schedule.

Is Karon a good zone for property investment in Phuket?

Karon is a mature investment zone. Its long beach, diverse visitor base, and position between Patong and Kata generate consistent short-term rental demand. Gross yields for beachside condos in Karon typically run between five and seven percent. The zone suits both lifestyle buyers and income-focused investors.

Is there current availability at VIP Karon?

Yes — there are currently 46 active listings at VIP Karon. Browse the unit tabs (new / assignment / resale) to see live inventory and contact our team for a unit-level breakdown.

What is the price range at VIP Karon?

Current listings at VIP Karon range from ฿3.8M to ฿21.9M. Entry-level units are typically compact studios or one-bedroom configurations; larger or higher-floor units sit at the upper end.

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