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The Phuket Property Market
The tsunami in Phuket
Thailand was the least affected of countries hit by the Dec. 04 tsunami
Phuket far less affected than Khao Lak Physical damage restricted to immediate
seafront in limited number of west coast beaches Fast and efficient response Island operational within days 90% of physical damage repaired within 3
months
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Effects of the tsunami
Impact of media coverage during the tsunami
Drop in national, regional and global tourism Weak international communication campaign
on Phuket’s recovery Limited new feed of property buyers Buyers delay trips to Phuket hence delay
purchase
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The property market pre tsunami
Phuket as a key resort property market in the region, set for long term growth
Phang Nga as a tourist destination with few residential property projects
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The property market pre tsunami
Laguna PropertySri Panwa
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Recovery process
Not a drop in the market, rather a long low season
Education campaigns overseas Communication on good performances:
reassurance factor Strong offering Phuket’s Unique Selling
Points
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Recovery process
Patong Beach, 4th Feb. 2005 Khao Lak Beach, 4th Feb. 2005
(in front of the Merlin Resort)
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Phuket Unique Selling Points
Global access World-class facilities: hospitals,
international schools, golf courses Stunning beaches Developed infrastructure Low cost of living Thai hospitality in Thailand’s premier
foreign resort
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The property market post tsunami
Buyers and developers remain confident in Phuket’s potential
No desperate sales or discounts Active projects closing sales in Q1, 2005 Easter 05, Dec. 05 & Easter 06 particularly
active New benchmark prices achieved
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Projects selling
Royal Phuket Marina Bel Air Panwa
Cape Yamu Layan Estate
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2006 - Market Overview
Demand Rising demand More global buyers
Supply Numerous new projects New areas actively developed More professional development Wide spectrum of properties on offer
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Examples of New Supply
Project Name : Trisara Phase
C
Type : Villas
Location: Nai Thon
Price : 105 - 211 million
baht
Source: CB Richard Ellis Research
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Examples of New Supply
Project Name : The Bay
Type : Villas
Location: Cape Yamoo
Price : 23.5-60 million baht
Source: CB Richard Ellis Research
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Examples of New Supply
Source: CB Richard Ellis Research
Project Name : 8th Heaven
Type : Villas
Location: Phang Nga
Price : from 80 million baht
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Examples of New Supply
Source: CB Richard Ellis Research
Project Name : The Heights
Type : Condominium
Location: Kata
Price : 15-37.5 million baht
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Prospects
Continuous improvement of facilities & infrastructure
Good capital appreciation More projects to be launched Strong demand to continue Development of property rentals