We’re an ISP in Southeast Asia, growing faster

[soumitss]

Good afternoon. We’re an ISP in Southeast Asia, growing faster than planned, and we need to buy a /22 within APNIC. Leasing no longer makes sense for us financially, we want the space on our own account. I’ve seen prices quoted all over the place, from 15 to 30 dollars per IP, and I’d like to understand what’s realistic right now and how to make sure the seller is legitimate. We have the budget approved, but the board wants a clear explanation of the price before signing anything. Where have you bought APNIC space recently, and what did it cost?

[hydrogenn]

Price per IP depends a lot on block size and region, so that range is normal. We bought our APNIC IPv4 space through InterLIR, they list direct sales on their site. When we bought, an APNIC /22 was offered at 20.50 dollars per IP, so around 21,000 dollars for 1,024 addresses, and an APNIC /21 was at 20 dollars per IP, since larger blocks usually come out a bit cheaper per address. On legitimacy, that’s where a broker helps: they say they only provide networks from real network owners, both parties go through KYC, and complex deals can run through escrow. They’re a registered broker with APNIC, RIPE NCC, ARIN and LACNIC. Ask for clean BGP and route objects, and check the block’s history before paying. Prices change, so treat any number you see as a snapshot.

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