Short answer: Usually 30-50 THB per sqm per month. The typical monthly costs of owning a condo in Pattaya range from 2, 000 to 10, 000 THB, depending on the size, location, and facilities.
The typical monthly costs of owning a condo in Pattaya range from 2,000 to 10,000 THB, depending on the size, location, and facilities. Here’s a breakdown:
- Common Area Fees:
- Usually 30–50 THB per sqm per month.
- A 50 sqm condo would cost around 1,500–2,500 THB/month.
- Covers building maintenance, security, pool, gym, and cleaning of shared areas.
- Utilities:
- Electricity: Billed by the government at about 4 THB/unit. For average use, expect 1,000–2,000 THB/month.
- Water: Around 200–400 THB/month for normal usage.
- Internet/Cable TV:
- Around 500–1,000 THB/month, depending on the provider and package.
- Insurance (Optional but recommended):
- Condo content insurance starts from 1,000–3,000 THB/year (so less than 300 THB/month).
- Sinking Fund (One-time, not monthly):
- A one-time payment collected by the developer for long-term building maintenance. Usually 500–1,000 THB per sqm at the time of purchase.