Location

Living on Jomtien Second Road

Jomtien Second Road runs parallel to Jomtien Beach Road, one block inland. It is more local in character — less tourist-facing, with a mix of condominiums, small restaurants, convenience stores and everyday services that serve the area's permanent and long-stay residents. Traffic is lighter than on the beach road, and the sois connecting the two roads are short enough that the beach is rarely more than a three-minute walk.

The road stretches from the Thappraya Road intersection in the north down through the heart of Jomtien, covering roughly the same length as Beach Road. Older buildings from the 1990s and early 2000s sit alongside more recent developments, and prices reflect that range — from entry-level studios in older stock to well-finished one and two-bedroom units in newer projects.

For buyers who want Jomtien's beach access and residential atmosphere without the beachfront price tag, Second Road is the practical choice. You give up the direct sea view (available only from upper floors of taller buildings) and the beach-road address, and in return you get lower purchase prices, lower service charges and a slightly quieter street environment.

The area is well served by songthaews running to central Pattaya via South Pattaya Road, and motorbike taxis are available at the main junctions throughout the day.

Property on Jomtien Second Road

The property mix on Jomtien Second Road is wider than on Beach Road. At the lower end, studios in older buildings start from around ฿800,000 — some of the most affordable freehold condominium units available in the Pattaya beach area. At the upper end, newer or renovated two-bedroom units with modern finishes reach ฿5M–฿6M.

Sea views from Second Road are limited to upper floors of taller buildings — the beach road buildings and road itself block sightlines at lower levels. Buyers looking for guaranteed sea views should stick to Beach Road; those who want proximity to the beach at a lower price will find good options here.

Typical prices on the current market:

• Studio (older stock): ฿800k–฿1.5M
• Studio (newer / renovated): ฿1.5M–฿2.2M
• 1-bedroom: ฿1.3M–฿3.5M
• 2-bedroom: ฿2.5M–฿6M

Rental rates for a furnished one-bedroom run from around ฿9,000–฿18,000 per month on a long-term lease. Studios in decent condition typically achieve ฿7,000–฿12,000 per month.

Why buyers choose Jomtien Second Road

Value is the main draw. A studio on Jomtien Second Road at ฿1M–฿1.5M puts beach living within reach for buyers who cannot stretch to the ฿2.5M–฿4M entry point on Beach Road. The beach itself is the same beach — the walk is two or three minutes through a soi rather than a step off the pavement.

For rental investors, the lower purchase price on Second Road can produce competitive yields even if rental rates are slightly lower than on Beach Road. A studio bought at ฿1.2M and rented at ฿8,000 per month yields around 8% gross — better than many Beach Road units achieving the same monthly rent at twice the purchase price.

The area also attracts long-stay visitors — particularly European and Russian retirees — who prefer a more local environment and are less focused on sea views than on daily convenience and value. This creates a stable, if less glamorous, tenant pool with low turnover.

Getting around

• Jomtien Beach Road: 2–4 minutes on foot through any connecting soi
• Central Pattaya: 10–15 minutes by songthaew or car
• Pratumnak Hill: 5–8 minutes by car
• Na Jomtien: 10–12 minutes south
• Suvarnabhumi Airport: approximately 1 hour 45 minutes via the motorway
• U-Tapao Airport: 40 minutes

Songthaews on Second Road run northward toward South Pattaya Road and on into central Pattaya for ฿10. The road itself is not a through-route for heavy traffic, which keeps it calmer than the beach road during busy periods.

Frequently asked questions

How does Jomtien Second Road compare to Jomtien Beach Road?

Second Road is one block inland and typically 25–40% cheaper per square metre for comparable specifications. The main trade-off is sea views — most units on Second Road do not have them, whereas many Beach Road units do. Beach access is equally easy from both roads, as the connecting sois are short and flat. Second Road suits buyers prioritising value and a quieter street environment; Beach Road suits those for whom the view or the beach address is important.

Can you see the sea from Jomtien Second Road?

From upper floors of taller buildings, yes. If a building is eight storeys or higher and the Beach Road buildings in front are lower, partial or full sea views are possible from around the fifth floor upward. This varies significantly by building and unit position. We can confirm view potential for specific units before you inspect. Do not assume a sea view without checking — the building in front may have been constructed or extended since an older listing was written.

How far is the walk to the beach?

From most buildings on Jomtien Second Road, the beach is 3–7 minutes on foot. The sois connecting Second Road to Beach Road are typically 150–300 metres long and flat. You cross Beach Road and you are on the sand. It is a very manageable walk and most residents do it daily.

Which buildings on Jomtien Second Road are worth looking at?

There is no single dominant building the way View Talay 5 and 6 dominate Beach Road. The stock is more varied — a mix of smaller projects with 30–200 units rather than large complexes. Quality varies widely, particularly in older stock from the 1990s. We inspect all buildings we list and can advise on which have reliable management, reasonable service charges and good maintenance records. Some of the older buildings are well cared for; others show their age. The unit always matters more than the building name here.

What rental yields are realistic on Jomtien Second Road?

Gross yields of 7–9% are achievable for well-priced, well-furnished studios and one-bedroom units, particularly where the purchase price is low relative to achievable rents. Entry-level studios bought at ฿900k–฿1.2M and rented at ฿7,000–฿9,000 per month can yield 8–10% gross on paper, though occupancy and management costs will bring net returns lower. The lower-price segment here produces some of the strongest yields in the Jomtien area, though the tenant profile is more price-sensitive and less stable than in higher-quality Beach Road buildings.

Is Jomtien Second Road noisy?

No — it is one of the quieter main roads in the Jomtien area. It does not carry heavy through-traffic and there are no major bar or entertainment venues directly on the road. Some sois connecting to Beach Road have small bars and restaurants, but these tend to serve local residents rather than tourists and close at a reasonable hour. If noise is a concern, units at the rear of buildings facing away from the road are the safest choice.