Most buyers choose to purchase a condo or apartment in Nai Harn – Rawai due to the residential nature and laid-back atmosphere of the area. Being on the doorstep of one of the top 10 beaches in Asia (as voted on TripAdvisor) is also a big attraction. Nai Harn and Rawai overall feel more like a village beachside community rather than a holiday resort.
The residential nature of the neighbourhood has meant that development tends to be more sporadic, as opposed to clustering around focal points. The result is that two beaches, many excellent restaurants and other facilities are spread out within an accessible 3km radius. Most visitors have transport in order to get around, in order to access all the local area has to offer.
A big plus of the Nai Harn – Rawai area is that it services an expat community and is therefore largely self-contained. Most facilities you will need are easily accessible such as shops and supermarkets, kinder gardens and schools as well as lots of restaurants – spanning a range of cuisines from around the world.
There are a range of condos and apartments to choose from close to Rawai or Nai Harn beach. The land immediately behind Nai Harn Beach cannot be built on due to zoning laws but the land just behind the lake- 500 – 700 metres from the beach – is home to a number of condo developments. Similarly, the developed area close to Rawai beach has a variety of condos and apartments and there are may beach side restaurants, bars etc nearby.
One thing to bear in mind about this area is that, due to the land being mostly flat, sea views are at a premium and generally only available from condominium apartment buildings only. From an investor point of view, this area suits buyers looking for a property for residential purposes or for tenants on longer-term rental contracts.
Quick Facts
Average Price Per Square Meter: 150,000 THB (January 2021)
Distance to the Airport: Around 47km
International Schools: BCIS School (Around 8Km), Oak Meadow International School (Around 13km)
International Hospitals: Dibuk Hospital Phuket Town (14km)
Buying property in Nai Harn in 2026
Nai Harn is a bay on the south-west tip of Phuket, inside Rawai subdistrict, Mueang Phuket District. As the guide above explains, the land right behind the beach is not built on, so condominiums sit back beyond the lake and villas spread over the hills and roads towards Rawai. Most buyers here are looking for a home to live in or a long-term base rather than a resort apartment.
New projects in Nai Harn
We have no new-project page for Nai Harn published yet. Ask us for current condominium projects near Nai Harn and Rawai beaches, and see our Rawai guide for the villas we list in the area.
What you can buy in Nai Harn by budget
Our listings for Nai Harn are filed under Rawai: seven villas from THB 21.5 to 38 million, with 3 to 6 bedrooms (October 2026, asking prices in Thai baht). The Rawai page shows them by budget band. See all properties in Rawai and Nai Harn, or ask us for homes that are not online yet.
FAQ
How far is Nai Harn from the airport?
The guide above gives around 47 km to Phuket International Airport. By car allow about an hour to an hour and a quarter, more in high-season traffic.
How much does property in Nai Harn cost?
In our current listings (October 2026), villas range from THB 21.5 to 38 million. These are asking prices or developer starting prices in Thai baht, and they change as homes sell. Our Nai Harn listings are filed under Rawai, so these figures cover both.
Is there rental demand in Nai Harn?
Nai Harn and Rawai have many long-stay residents, so long-term rentals are common alongside holiday lets in the high season. Ask us for actual rental figures for comparable homes; we do not quote projected yields.
Can you build right behind Nai Harn Beach?
The guide above notes that zoning keeps the land immediately behind the beach free of building, with condominiums further back beyond the lake. Before buying any plot or off-plan unit, have a lawyer check the zoning and building permits.
Tell us your budget, the type of home and when you plan to buy, and we will send a short list for Nai Harn, including new projects that are not on the site yet. Message us on WhatsApp or send an enquiry.
