Costs & Taxes

What are the ongoing costs of owning a condo in Pattaya?

Short answer: Common area fees range from 30 to 50 THB per square meter per month and cover maintenance of shared facilities like the pool, gym, security, and building cleaning. Owning a condo in Pattaya comes with recurring monthly and annual expenses.

Owning a condo in Pattaya comes with recurring monthly and annual expenses. Common area fees range from 30 to 50 THB per square meter per month and cover maintenance of shared facilities like the pool, gym, security, and building cleaning. For a 50 sqm unit, expect 1,500 to 2,500 THB monthly. Utility bills, such as electricity and water, are typically lower than in many Western countries. Electricity is billed by the government at around 4 THB per unit, and water is often under 500 THB monthly. Internet and cable packages cost about 500 to 1,000 THB per month. Insurance for contents or fire protection is optional but recommended. You may also encounter sinking fund contributions, typically paid once when buying new units, and occasional repair costs. These expenses should be factored into your investment strategy or living budget.