This beautifully renovated post-colonial apartment for rent in Wat Phnom, Daun Penh brings together heritage character and modern comfort in the heart of Phnom Penh’s emerging CBD. Spanning a generous footprint across the fourth floor, this fully renovated 2-bedroom post-colonial apartment is a rare find for anyone searching for a renovated flathouse for rent with genuine architectural pedigree and a prime Daun Penh address.
Access is via a wide alley and a dedicated stairwell, with clear security measures in place for peace of mind. Step inside and the sheer scale and natural light immediately stand out — this is a unique urban space bathed in sunlight throughout the day, while evenings bring cool breezes and glittering city views from its own private terrace, perfect for entertaining or simply unwinding after work.
Towards the front of the flathouse you’ll find a bathroom leading into the open-plan living area, complete with a fully equipped, western-standard kitchen offering ample cupboard and bench space for serious home cooking. At the centre of the apartment sits a large, half-indoor half-outdoor lounge — a quiet social hub between the front and rear of the home, with views stretching to Vattanac Tower and the Wat Phnom hilltop itself.
A well-proportioned front bedroom offers generous storage and its own balcony overlooking the tree-lined Street 110, while the master bedroom occupies the quieter rear of the apartment, complete with en-suite bathroom and a small balcony that doubles as a laundry area.
The owner has carefully preserved the original architectural detailing — high ceilings, decorative window screens, and airy proportions that let natural light and air circulate throughout, giving this Wat Phnom, Daun Penh apartment a distinctive colonial-era atmosphere you won’t find in newer builds. If you’re after a renovated flathouse for rent that actually feels like a home rather than a box, this Daun Penh listing delivers on space, light, and character in equal measure.
Post-colonial apartment features:
- Renovated post-colonial flathouse for rent in Wat Phnom, Daun Penh
- Good, clean, secure building access
- Prime location — just 100m to Exchange Square’s food and retail outlets
- Walking distance to Central Market, Brown Coffee & Bakery, Raintree, and the green space at Central Station
- Safe, well-established neighbourhood
- Strong original architecture with carefully selected, high-quality materials
- Air conditioning, hot water, and ceiling fans throughout
- Private balcony, patio, and terrace areas
- Fully furnished
- Fourth floor with views over Wat Phnom and the city
- Natural light throughout the day
Whether you’re relocating to Phnom Penh or upgrading your current home, this renovated flathouse for rent in Wat Phnom, Daun Penh offers a rare combination of space, character, and location that’s genuinely hard to match. Contact Abode Real Estate today to arrange a viewing before this one is gone.
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A personal reflection on the district’s shifting identity — from gallery row to market stalls, $5 massages to 5-star hotels.
Street 172 still wears its old skin: $3 massage parlours and bars filled with weathered faces under greying hair, a holdover from a Phnom Penh that’s slowly fading.
But round the corner, Street 178 is quietly becoming the city’s most promising art gallery district — with the Royal University of Fine Arts and the National Museum of Cambodia both within walking distance, the creative pedigree is already built in.
Friends Café has planted its flag here, and the historic Mansion House sits waiting for its next chapter. With the Hyatt now welcoming Phnom Penh’s jet-set crowd, this pocket of Daun Penh may be on the verge of a full designer-district transformation.
Even the shophouses along 172 tell the story — noticeably better preserved than in most of the city, a quiet signal that this could be Daun Penh and Riverside’s next rising star.
The surrounding streets still lean heavily on hostess bars, each competing for a shrinking share of tourist and expat spend. As land values climb and rents follow, every vendor on this strip will feel the pressure to justify their square metre.
Then there’s Phsar Kandal — and the open block once occupied by Prey Sar prison — which raises the obvious question: what comes next? The land immediately west of the pagoda is shaping up to be a developer’s dream.
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