The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, in collaboration with the Thai Real Estate Association, is moving forward to build on the success of the BKK Housing Matching Platform and the 1st BKK Housing Expo following a positive response from both people seeking housing and the private sector, and is expanding the platform from civil servants and BMA personnel to the general public, especially working people and the younger generation.
This aims to increase opportunities to access housing that suits one’s preferred location and purchasing power, alongside adding the “Rent–Save” option for those who want to own a home but are not yet financially ready, and to prepare for the 2nd BKK Housing Expo in order to further expand housing opportunities for urban residents on a wider scale.
Mr. Chadchart Sittipunt, Governor of Bangkok, stated that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration places great importance on developing housing that meets the quality-of-life needs of urban residents, particularly helping working people access suitable housing close to their workplaces, which will help reduce expenses and commuting time, while also creating long-term housing security.
“In the past, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration has partnered with the private sector to develop the BKK Housing Matching Platform as a channel connecting those in need of housing with suitable projects, both in terms of location and price level. From our operations so far, we have seen continued public interest and demand for the platform, which is why we are expanding the service from civil servants and BMA personnel to the general public, especially working people and the younger generation, so that Bangkok residents can access more information and housing options that suit them,”
The BMA Governor further stated that another approach the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration wishes to promote is increasing options for those who want to own a home but are not yet financially ready, through the “Rent–Save” concept, which gives people the opportunity to start by renting housing while planning and building their financial readiness in order to eventually become homeowners in the future. This aligns with the housing development approach aimed at creating opportunities for urban residents to have options suited to their status and readiness.
Regarding past performance, the 1st BKK Housing Expo, held on May 8–9, 2026 at Wesn 2 Sports Building, Thai–Japanese Youth Center, attracted 2,152 attendees, along with 18 real estate companies, 2 banks, and 3 partner agencies, reflecting the collaboration between the public sector, private sector, and financial institutions in jointly expanding housing options for the public.
Meanwhile, the BKK Housing Matching Platform has continued to expand. As of September 2, 2026, it had 3,912 users, 50 companies, and 289 housing projects on the platform. In addition, results have emerged from matching housing seekers with participating projects, with a total of 60 units booked through the platform, consisting of 56 reserved units and 4 units with ownership already transferred.
Mr. Phonarit Chuanjaisit, President of the Thai Real Estate Association, stated that the collaboration between the Thai Real Estate Association and the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration in developing the BKK Housing Matching Platform brings together the capabilities of the public and private sectors to create a channel that helps people access housing information more easily, while developers can present housing that meets consumer needs more precisely to target groups.
“From past operations, we have seen that the BKK Housing Matching Platform can genuinely connect consumer demand with actual housing projects, with continuous growth in the number of users, developers, and participating projects. At the same time, actual bookings and ownership transfers have taken place, reflecting the platform’s potential in turning housing demand into concrete purchasing decisions”
The President of the Thai Real Estate Association further stated that operations have also revealed that some people who wish to own a home may not yet be financially ready to purchase immediately, so more diverse options are needed beyond simply buying or renting alone. The “Rent–Save” model is another approach that helps those not yet ready to become owners start with renting housing, while using that time to prepare and plan their finances in order to move toward homeownership in the future.
In this regard, the BKK Housing Matching Platform gives interested parties the opportunity to search for housing by location, budget, and needs, along with checking and assessing loan eligibility to choose the path best suited to each person’s financial readiness. If not yet ready to buy, they can enter the “Rent–Save” option to prepare before moving toward homeownership.
As for the next step, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Thai Real Estate Association are preparing to expand access to the BKK Housing Matching Platform “Homes Near Work, Reaching the People” through the 2nd BKK Housing Expo, highlighting the “Rent–Save” model to increase options for those seeking housing, and giving people the opportunity to meet projects from developers, along with information on loans and financial planning, all in one place.
The 2nd BKK Housing Expo will be held from October 9-11, 2026 at Wesn 2 Sports Building, Bangkok Youth Center (Thai–Japanese), open to the general public to browse housing projects from participating developers, along with information on loans, financial planning, and the “Rent–Save” option to find
housing suited to their location, budget, and readiness, reinforcing the concept of “Homes Near Work” and creating opportunities for city residents to access housing in a tangible way.
