San Kamphaeng Houses and Land East of Chiang Mai

San Kamphaeng offers a rural setting within reach of Chiang Mai's airport, hospitals and international schools. Expect orchards, small villages, craft workshops and quiet roads, with city access depending on traffic. Retirees, remote workers and long-stay expats are typical buyers.

For the city, see Chiang Mai. Closer districts include Saraphi, San Sai and Hang Dong. Chiang Rai is a separate northern market, about three hours away.

Foreigners cannot own land in Thailand. They can own a condominium within the 49% foreign quota, and they can lease land, normally for 30 years. A foreigner can own a house structure but not the plot beneath it, so land listings need a lease, usufruct or other arrangement. Company structures designed to hold land are risky and often challenged. Always use an independent lawyer and check the title deed type. Our Thailand buying guide, financing guide and the Thailand overview give more detail.