How can I legally buy property in Bali in 2025?
07/08/2025
Bali real estate Investor tipsKoh Samui has a more peaceful atmosphere, with lush vegetation and breathtaking sea views. The real estate on offer consists mainly of :
Detached villas with swimming pools, often on hilltops
Bungalows and charming houses
Building plots for customized projects
Koh Samui is an ideal destination for investors looking for an exceptional property, or for people with a mixed project: living on the island part of the year and renting out the rest of the time.
Phuket is more developed and cosmopolitan. The island offers a wide range of properties:
Modern condominiums (very popular for vacation rentals)
Serviced real estate projects
Urban apartments in the city center
Phuket is ideally suited to profiles looking for year-round rental profitability or turnkey projects, as well as to those seeking exceptional properties.
Here’s an overview of average prices in 2025. Please note that prices vary greatly depending on location (proximity to beach, sea view, tourist area or not).
Property type | Koh Samui (€/sqm) | Phuket (€/sqm) |
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Condo / apartment | 1 800 – 3 500 € | 2 200 – 4 500 € |
Mid-range villa | 2 200 – 3 800 € | 2 800 – 4 800 € |
Luxury villa / sea view | 3 800 – 6 500 €+ | 4 000 – 8 000 €+ |
(sources: C9 Hotelworks, Bamboo Routes, Conrad Properties, Asia Property Awards)
High season: December to April
Clientele: Europeans, families, couples looking for peace and quiet
Rental types: serviced villas or charming rentals
✅ Less competition, but also greater seasonality.
More constant attendance
Easy access thanks to its international airport
Very popular on Airbnb-type platforms
✅ More popular destination, but tougher competition.
In terms of investment opportunities, Phuket and Koh Samui present two different offerings.
Phuket has the advantage of offering a wide range of fully foreign-owned condominiums, managed by hotel management companies. So, if you’re looking for a freehold property, it’s advisable to look for a condominium in Phuket. However, as the market is denser than Koh Samui, prices per square meter are higher. If you’re looking for a villa, you’ll need a budget of at least €400,000.
Phuket is therefore ideal for “pure” investors looking for a rental yield, thanks to the offer available in Condominium residences with integrated hotel management. Those with a budget in excess of €400,000 can also enjoy high-standard villas with exceptional views and exclusive services.
Koh Samui is a “quieter” destination, with a wide range of villas from €200,000 upwards, suitable for expatriates living in peaceful surroundings all year round. Those wishing to combine investment and vacation will find what they’re looking for on this island popular with Europeans. The real estate market is less mature than in Phuket, but the island is developing and prices are rising steadily, offering good potential for capital gains.
Koh Samui is the perfect compromise between holiday and investment. Rental yields remain very attractive on villas managed by a professional manager, and you often have the freedom to enjoy them for one or more months a year if you wish.
Do you have questions or a project to buy in Phuket or Koh Samui? Ask to be called back free of charge by one of our advisors at a time that suits you.