PROJECT

Completed

Phuket Encore The Residence

in Karon, Phuket · by Chalong Concrete Group

Answered by a Phuket expert
306

UNITS

2020

COMPLETION

Phuket Encore The Residence

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Phuket Encore The Residence in Karon

Phuket Encore The Residence is a completed mixed-use development set in Karon, one of the west coast's most established beach zones. The project offers ready-to-occupy homes within easy reach of Karon Beach, a long three-kilometre stretch of soft sand that anchors this part of Phuket. Because construction is finished, buyers can inspect the actual units, communal areas and finishes before committing, rather than relying on renders or projected completion dates.

Location and Everyday Life in Karon

Karon sits between two of Phuket's best-known beach towns. Patong lies roughly fifteen minutes to the north, giving quick access to the island's largest concentration of nightlife, shopping and dining, while quieter Kata is only about five minutes south. This position lets residents dip into the busier scene when they choose and retreat to calmer surroundings the rest of the time. Karon itself is noticeably more relaxed and family-friendly than Patong, with wide pavements, local markets and a spacious beachfront that rarely feels crowded.

The surrounding area is well served for day-to-day needs and leisure alike. The Karon viewpoint delivers a sweeping panorama across Kata, Karon and the Andaman Sea, and Dino Park offers a novelty golf and dining outing popular with families. Phuket Town is around twenty minutes away for administrative errands, larger shopping and cultural sights, while Phuket International Airport is roughly forty to forty-five minutes by road.

Homes and the Karon Property Market

The zone closest to the beach is condominium-heavy, complemented by hillside villas that capture sea views from higher ground. Phuket Encore The Residence fits naturally into this mix as a mixed-use address combining residential living with on-site convenience. Karon draws a steady flow of visitors throughout the year, and the coastline here has only a finite amount of buildable land near the sand, which keeps well-located, completed homes in consistent demand among owner-occupiers and holiday-home buyers.

Ownership and Legal Basis

As a mixed-use project, ownership routes vary by unit. Condominium apartments can be held in foreign freehold within the building's 49 percent foreign-ownership allocation under the Condominium Act. Villa and house components are typically structured as building freehold combined with a registered thirty-year land lease. Buyers should note the Supreme Court ruling 4655/2566 (18 March 2025), which reinforced strict scrutiny of nominee land-holding arrangements, making transparent, properly documented structures essential.

Properties suit long-let or short-let residential use depending on the unit and building rules. To explore available homes, browse condos for sale in Karon.

COMPLEX FEATURES

Communal PoolClubhouseIndoor Kids ZoneSpaCommunal GymOn Site RestaurantCar Parking24H SecurityCCTV (Video Surveillance)

PAYMENT PLAN

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

  1. Reservation Deposit

    Immediately

    ฿200,000

  2. 1st Installment

    Upon contract signing

    35%

  3. 2nd Installment

    Land preparation& foundations work

    15%

  4. 3rd Installment

    Structural process

    20%

  5. 4th Installment

    Lock-up stage

    20%

  6. 5th Installment

    On handover

    10%

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.

Management

  • Common-area management fee฿60 per SqM
  • Sinking fund฿700/SqM

LOCATION

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NEARBY PLACES

Parks

  • Khlong Bang La Park942 m
  • Dino Park Mini Golf1.1 km
  • Karon Park1.9 km
  • Kata Beach Community Park2.2 km
  • Tiger Park Phuket2.8 km
  • Phuket Botanic Garden3.4 km

Iconic Landmarks

  • Karon Beach1.2 km

Malls & Souks

  • SC Plaza1.2 km
  • Karon Night Market1.4 km
  • Karon Avenue1.9 km

Beaches

  • Kata Beach2.0 km

Panoramic Views

  • Kata Noi Viewpoint2.1 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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Phuket Encore The Residence — buyer FAQ

Where is Phuket Encore The Residence located?

Phuket Encore The Residence is in Karon on Phuket's west coast, close to the three-kilometre Karon Beach. It sits between Patong, about fifteen minutes north, and Kata, roughly five minutes south, with Phuket Town near twenty minutes away and the airport around forty to forty-five minutes by road.

Is the project completed and ready to move into?

Yes, Phuket Encore The Residence is a completed mixed-use development. Because construction has finished, buyers can view the actual units, shared facilities and finishes in person before purchasing, rather than relying on renders or waiting for a future handover date typical of off-plan projects.

Can foreigners own property here?

Yes. As a mixed-use project, condominium units may be held in foreign freehold within the building's 49 percent Condominium Act allocation, while villa or house components combine building freehold with a registered thirty-year land lease. Structures should be documented transparently, especially after Supreme Court ruling 4655/2566.

What is Karon like as a place to live?

Karon is one of Phuket's established, family-friendly beach zones, calmer than neighbouring Patong. Residents enjoy a long sandy beach, the Karon viewpoint over the Andaman Sea, and Dino Park nearby. Patong's nightlife and Kata's quieter shores are both a short drive away for balance.

What ownership use does the project suit?

Units suit residential owner-occupation as a primary or holiday home, and depending on the specific unit and building regulations they may support long-let or short-let arrangements. Karon's year-round visitor flow and limited beachfront land make well-located completed homes attractive to a range of buyers here.

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