However, with these areas largely submerged in the recent deluge, builders may now want to invest in additional infrastructure that can guard against inundations.
Inner Bangkok's non-flood zones such as the Srinakarin, Bang Na and Rama IX areas will become more popular, leading to higher residential prices, said Chatchai Payuhanaveechai, secretary-general of the Housing Finance Association and an executive vice-president of Kasikornbank (KBank).