Updated May 2026

BKK1, Phnom Penh — up close.

សង្កាត់បឹងកេងកង១ · Boeung Keng Kang 1

BKK1 (Boeung Keng Kang 1) is Phnom Penh's "foreign quarter" — a compact, walkable sangkat of embassies, NGO offices, cafés, and mid-to-premium condos. Once known as "NGOville" in the 1990s, today BKK1 hosts a mix of Western, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese expats alongside affluent Cambodian professionals. If you want a Phnom Penh address that feels like a real neighbourhood, this is usually where you start.

BKK1 Phnom Penh — Independence Monument and Norodom Boulevard
Avg Rent (2BR)
$1,150
/ month · furnished
Avg Sale Price
$2,850
/ sqm · condo
Walkability
8.5/10
most walkable in PP
Vs. PP Average
+45%
rental premium
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Apartments & condos in BKK1 right now

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Price Insights

BKK1 rental prices & cost per sqm

Median rental prices and condo sale prices in Boeung Keng Kang 1. Refreshed quarterly.

Median monthly rent by size

Furnished apartments · 12-month trend

Studio$550— Stable
1 Bedroom$850↑ 4%
2 Bedrooms$1,150↑ 6%
3 Bedrooms$1,950— Stable
Penthouse / 4BR+$3,200↓ 2%
Sale price · per sqm
$2,850*

Condo units, mid-floor, mid-finish. BKK1 sits at the top of Phnom Penh's residential market.

BKK1
$2,850
Tonle Bassac
$2,220
Toul Kork
$1,710
BKK3
$1,480
PP average
$1,395

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Who Lives Here

Living in BKK1: who picks this area

A qualitative read of the BKK1 expat community and resident mix — not a census, but useful for figuring out whether you'll fit in.

01

The international community

BKK1 began as "NGOville" in the 1990s when UNTAC and international NGOs settled in. Today's mix is broader — Chinese, Korean, and Japanese residents now outnumber Western expats, alongside diplomats, NGO staff, and corporate transfers.

Established since the 1990s
02

Cambodia's urban elite

Bank executives, doctors, business owners, and returnees from overseas studies. The new Cambodian middle and upper class who want a Phnom Penh address with prestige and short commutes to the CBD.

Local demand growing
03

Investors & landlords

Cambodian and overseas buyers acquiring condo units for rental yield. BKK1's expat demand keeps occupancy high — sources commonly cite gross yields in the 6–8% range, though actual returns vary by building.

Long-hold strategy preferred
04

Digital nomads & remote workers

A growing segment post-2020 — drawn by 5G coverage, café density, and English-speaking services. Most rent serviced apartments or boutique units on month-to-month or 6-month terms.

Emerging segment
Area Map

BKK1 boundaries & map

Where Boeung Keng Kang 1 sits on the Phnom Penh map. Boundaries are PropertyHub's definition, slightly more generous than official sangkat lines to include the natural walkable area.

Sihanouk BlvdNorodom BlvdBKK1Boeung Keng Kang 1Independence Mon.Wat LankaBassac LaneDaun PenhTonle BassacBKK2Olympic
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Landmarks
Lifestyle anchors
Embassies (throughout BKK1)
What's Nearby

Schools, hospitals, restaurants & amenities near BKK1

Walking and driving times from the BKK1 centre point. Cached data, refreshed quarterly.

International Schools

4 nearby
Invictus International School~3–5 min
Zion International School~5 min
iCAN British School8 min
ICS International School~6–8 min

Hospitals & Clinics

5 nearby
Khema International Polyclinic4 min
Orienda Chamkarmon Hospital~5–8 min
Intercare Hospital12 min
Orchid Koh Pich Hospital~8–10 min

Supermarkets

6 nearby
Thai Huot Market (BKK1)7 min walk
Super Duper8 min walk
Aeon MaxValu Express BKK18 min walk
Aeon Mall Phnom Penh~5–8 min

Cafés & Restaurants

100+ nearby
Bassac Lane (bars)7 min walk
Brown Coffee — St 3082 min walk
Eleven One Kitchen4 min walk
Pizza 4Ps' BKK15 min walk

Gyms & Wellness

8 nearby
The Place Gym3 min walk
Elite Fitness BKK5 min walk
Serene Pilates5 min walk
Yoga Phnom Penh6 min walk

Parks & Open Space

3 nearby
Wat Botum Park12 min walk
Neak Banh Terk Park10 min walk
Riverside promenade8 min
Olympic Stadium10 min
Getting Around

BKK1 walkability & transport

Honest assessment of getting around BKK1 — what works, what doesn't, and when to factor in traffic.

8.5Walkability
/ 10

One of the only neighbourhoods in Phnom Penh where daily errands — coffee, groceries, gym, dinner — happen on foot. Sidewalks are inconsistent and motorbike parking blocks pavements, but the grid is compact and shaded. Tuk-tuks abound for anything 1km+.

Driving distances

Techo International Airport24 km35–50 min
Riverside (Sisowath Quay)2.5 km8 min
Aeon Mall 1 (Sothearos)3 km10 min
Aeon Mall 2 (Sen Sok)9 km25–35 min
Koh Pich (Diamond Island)4 km12 min
CBD (Vattanac Tower)2 km7 min
Watch out: Norodom Blvd and Mao Tse Tung are heavily congested 7:30–9am and 5–7pm. Add 10–15 min during these windows.
Honest Take

BKK1 pros & cons: what's great, what isn't

We won't pretend BKK1 is perfect for everyone — here's the candid version, from a Cambodia-based team.

What worksStrengths
  • +Genuinely walkable. The only neighbourhood where you can live car-free if you want to.
  • +Mature infrastructure. Stable power, decent internet, real sidewalks. Things just work.
  • +Dining and nightlife depth. Cafés, bars, restaurants across every cuisine. Bassac Lane on your doorstep.
  • +Strong rental demand. Easy to fill if you're an investor. Vacancy under 8% in most buildings.
  • +English everywhere. Landlords, agents, services — language barrier is minimal.
What to watchTrade-offs
  • Premium pricing. You pay 30–50% more than BKK3 or Toul Kork for the same square metres.
  • Parking is a nightmare. Tight streets, no off-street parking in older buildings. Bring a moto, not a Lexus.
  • Specific streets still flood. BKK1 generally drains better than most of Phnom Penh, but check your specific area.
  • Construction noise. Active development means jackhammers somewhere within earshot most weekdays.
  • Limited green space. No real park inside BKK1 — closest is Wat Botum, a 10-min walk.
Property Types

Types of property in BKK1: condos, serviced apartments & more

Approximate breakdown of inventory mix in BKK1. Condos and serviced apartments dominate — landed property is rare and getting rarer.

~42%
Condominium
Most common
~31%
Serviced Apt
Strong supply
~18%
Boutique Apt
Limited stock
~9%
Villa / Townhouse
Rare & declining
Notable Buildings

Top condos & serviced apartments in BKK1

The condos and serviced apartments that come up most often in BKK1 inquiries. Note that some buildings marketed as "BKK1" are actually in neighbouring Tonle Bassac.

J Tower 2
43 floors · St 398 · Completed 2022
By Tanichu (Japan)
Embassy Central
21 floors · St 352 · By Urbanland
Freehold · 119 units
Le Condé BKK1
Smart Condo · Recently completed
Tech-integrated living
Time Square 5 (TS 306)
Completed late 2025 · By Megakim
High-tier amenities
De Castle Royal
Established · Spacious layouts
Family-favoured
J Tower 1
24 floors · By Tanichu (Japan)
Sold out at launch
Sub-Areas

Streets & sub-areas within BKK1

BKK1 has three loose micro-zones with different feels and price points. Locals don't formalise these, but they're real.

i

The quiet streets

"the residential pocket"

Smaller odd-numbered streets like 240, 288, 302, 310 — tree-lined, lower-density, more preserved villas. Where long-term residents settle.

Calm, residential · Avg 2BR rent: $1,350
ii

Wat Lanka core

"the heart"

Streets 51, 278, 308 — the dense café-and-condo grid around Wat Lanka. Most foot traffic, most new towers, most things to do within 200m of your door.

Lively, mixed-use · Avg 2BR rent: $1,150
iii

The boulevard edge

"the high-rise side"

Along Norodom and Sihanouk, near Independence Monument. Bigger buildings, more traffic noise, easier vehicle access. Premium high-rises and serviced apartments cluster here.

Urban, mid-density · Avg 2BR rent: $1,250
Compare Nearby Areas

BKK1 vs BKK3, Tonle Bassac & Toul Kork

If BKK1 is over budget — or just not your fit — these are the realistic substitutes most buyers consider.

 BKK1BKK3Tonle BassacToul Kork
Avg 2BR rent$1,150$680$950$780
Sale $/sqm$2,850$1,480$2,220$1,710
Walkability8.5 / 105 / 107 / 104 / 10
Expat densityVery highModerateHighLow
Best forWalkable expat lifeBudget, more spaceRiverside, nightlifeLocal family living
Dominant typeCondo & serviced aptBoutique apt & condoHigh-rise condoVilla & borey
Frequently Asked

BKK1 Phnom Penh: FAQ

The questions buyers and renters ask us most about Boeung Keng Kang 1 — straight answers, no marketing fluff.

Yes — foreigners can buy condominium units (strata title) above the ground floor, capped at 70% foreign ownership per building. Landed property (houses, villas, land) cannot be owned outright by foreigners; common workarounds are a Cambodian nominee, a local company with majority Cambodian ownership, or a long-term lease (up to 50 years, renewable).
Latest Project Launches

New BKK1 condo projects launching in 2026

Major condo projects launched, in pre-booking, or under construction in BKK1 — Le Condé 2, G.A.T.O Tower, Time Square 9, and Time Square 6. Curated quarterly.

BKK1 · Phnom PenhRentals from $550/mo
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