Laguna Phuket Launches New Residential Quarter: 1,400 Units, ฿28 Billion Investment

Laguna Phuket — Thailand’s largest integrated resort community — has officially announced its most ambitious residential expansion since the complex opened in the 1990s. The new quarter, branded Laguna Heights, will add 1,400 residential units across 12 buildings and 3 villa clusters in the northern Bang Tao area, with a total development value of ฿28 billion (approximately $780 million USD).

The announcement came during the annual Laguna Property Showcase held in mid-April 2026, where the developer unveiled phased sales plans and confirmed that pre-registration had already exceeded 3,200 enquiries from buyers across 38 countries.

What’s Inside Laguna Heights

The expansion will be developed in three phases between 2026 and 2031:

Phase 1 (2026–2028): 480 condominiums across 4 towers, priced from ฿6.5M to ฿22M. Completion targeted for Q4 2028.
Phase 2 (2027–2030): 640 premium apartments and pool villas, priced ฿18M–฿65M. Includes Banyan Tree and Angsana branded residences.
Phase 3 (2028–2031): 280 ultra-luxury pool villas of 400–900 sqm, priced from ฿85M, some with private beach access.

All units in the new quarter will have access to Laguna’s existing infrastructure: 30 restaurants, 6 hotels, an 18-hole golf course, a lagoon shuttle, and 1.5 km of private beach.

Why This Matters for the Phuket Market

Laguna Phuket’s master-planned model is consistently cited by analysts as one of the key drivers of Bang Tao’s premium positioning. According to data from the Phuket Real Estate Association, average resale prices in Laguna have grown 62% over the past 5 years, significantly outpacing the island-wide average of 38%.

The launch of Laguna Heights is expected to set a new price benchmark for the Bang Tao corridor, potentially pulling up valuations across the broader Cherng Talay and Layan zones by 8–15% over the next 24 months.

For investors, branded residence units within Laguna projects historically command rental premiums of 20–35% over comparable non-branded properties, due to the resort management infrastructure and international guest recognition.

Foreign Buyer Eligibility

All Phase 1 condominiums will be available under the Freehold foreign quota (49%) in Condominium Act format. Phase 2 villas will be offered via 30+30+30-year leasehold with right of renewal, standard for Thai villa ownership by non-residents.

Payment plans include a 10/90 structure (10% reservation, 90% upon transfer) and an instalment plan tied to construction milestones — in line with Thai developer practice.

Access and Location

Laguna Phuket is located in Bang Tao, 18 km north of Phuket Town and approximately 20 minutes from Phuket International Airport. The broader Laguna area benefits from direct access to Surin Beach (5 min), Layan Beach (3 min), and the upcoming Blue Tree entertainment complex (2 min drive).

The Cherng Talay road expansion, completed in late 2025, reduced commute times from Laguna to Patong by 22 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will Laguna Heights Phase 1 be completed?

Phase 1 of Laguna Heights — 480 condominiums across 4 towers — is targeted for completion in Q4 2028. Pre-sales launched in April 2026 with prices from ฿6.5M.

Can foreigners buy property in Laguna Heights?

Yes. Phase 1 condominiums are available as Freehold under the 49% foreign quota of the Thai Condominium Act. Phase 2 villas are offered on a 30+30+30-year leasehold structure.

What rental yields can investors expect in Laguna Phuket?

Branded residences in Laguna Phuket have historically delivered 7–10% gross rental yield through the resort's managed rental programme. Occupancy in 2025 averaged 74%.

Get Laguna Heights Priority Access

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