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Kampong Speu: Cambodia’s Eco-Smart Investment Frontier in 2025

In 2025, Kampong Speu has surged to the forefront of Cambodia’s real estate and industrial investment landscape. Tucked strategically between Phnom Penh and the port city of Sihanoukville, this rising province is no longer just a hidden gem—it’s a crown jewel for eco-smart growth, logistics, and foreign investment.

Whether you’re seeking to invest in logistics hubs, agro-industry, or green-certified industrial infrastructure, Kampong Speu is the place to act—before opportunity becomes oversaturated.

Strategic Location with Massive Potential

Kampong Speu’s location along National Road 4, part of the Greater Mekong Subregion Southern Economic Corridor, ensures rapid access to Cambodia’s capital and Sihanoukville Port. Key strategic advantages include:

Phnom Penh International Airport
The newly expanded Hong Leng Huor Dry Port
Regional highway and railway development projects supported by the Asian Development Bank

Eco-Friendly Industrial Growth in Motion

Kampong Speu’s rise isn’t just economic—it’s strategic and sustainable. The province is attracting industries aligned with Cambodia’s National Climate Change Strategic Plan. Highlights include:

$25 million cluster of factories producing medical equipment, LED lighting, and aluminum products
Recycling and green building projects powered by solar infrastructure
Fertilizer plants generating 200 tons daily to support sustainable agriculture

Land Prices in Kampong Speu: Insights & Opportunities

Land prices here remain accessible while appreciating steadily due to infrastructure and investor momentum:

Land Type	Price Range (USD/m²)	Context
Industrial	$2 – $25	Near industrial parks and NR4
Commercial	$50 – $350	Prime roadfront zones
Residential	$85 – $600,000+	Central listings or large family plots
Agricultural	$425,000 per 95,909m²	Ideal for mango, cassava, or green farms

💡 Tip: Sites near NR4, NR44, NR51 and dry ports see the most demand and fastest appreciation.

Regional Investment Spillovers

Adjacent provinces like Kampong Chhnang and Pursat are now gaining attention due to:

Spillover demand from Kampong Speu
New infrastructure such as National Road 10 and new rail lines
Lower entry land prices with high growth potential

Legal Pathways for Foreign Investors

While foreign land ownership is restricted, several secure methods are legally available:

Leaseholds up to 50 years (renewable and registerable)
Land Holding Companies (LHCs) with 49% foreign stake
Citizenship-by-investment for full ownership
Strata-title condominium ownership (per the 2010 law)

➡ Learn more in our full guide: Understanding Cambodian Real Estate Laws

Sustainable Development, Strong Returns

Kampong Speu’s development is driven by sustainability:

Agro-industrial zones certified for organic export
Factories designed with low-carbon materials
Projects aligned with ADB’s green infrastructure guidelines

For investors focused on ESG and climate-conscious portfolios, this province offers a rare edge.

Phnom Penh vs. Kampong Speu: The Smarter Alternative?

While Phnom Penh sees land priced at $5,000–$6,000/m² in central areas, Kampong Speu offers:

Scalable opportunities in growth zones
Lower acquisition and infrastructure costs
Strong policy incentives

This makes Kampong Speu the smart alternative for value-conscious and impact-focused investors.

Work with a Trusted Guide: Uon Vichetr

Acquiring Cambodian land legally and effectively requires trust, legal precision, and local insight. That’s where I come in.

I’m Uon Vichetr, a Cambodian investment advisor with decades of experience helping foreign and local investors succeed. I offer:

Legal structuring and title verification
Project scouting and valuation analysis
Regulatory support and ESG integration

📩 Email: info@vichetruon.com
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Let’s identify the right land, at the right price, with the right long-term growth strategy—before opportunity passes.