The Pattaya $150 CONDO Question - YOU Decide
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 พ.ค. 2021
- Today we visit two properties to contrast and compare a luxury condo with a basic apartment, the difference in cost is $150 dollars. The location of each is identical, but the similarities end there. We look at each in detail, you decide if the size, amenities and style of the condo is worth the extra $150 per month. Enjoy the Ride!
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The condo …I definitely need a pool…. Keep up the great work…. We need to see more content like this….
Getting the cheaper option for a month while you're looking around for somewhere more permanent might be a good idea.
Would you consider making a video about learning to speak Thai? Your use of the language is very impressive and I'm sure any tips you have would be very useful.
Love your content
Thanks Lucas. Now we are talking good value... keep em coming please.
Such valuable information in your videos. It’s so interesting to see what you get for your money and food for thought for my future plans. Thanks for a great channel.
Glad it was helpful!
Nice comparison. Thx for the very informative video.
Great comparison thanks for sharing
Thanks for awesome video Captain 👨✈️ definitely enjoyed this video it’s for me. With the extra the condo worth it if u like to gym, sauna and swim
great viseo Lucas , i like the condo more !
even in these lockdown days over there you give us great interesting content cheers
Thanks Lucas it was nice window shopping places to live in Pattaya.
It was good information and I liked it. Keep it up 👍🤗
My pleasure 😊
I nearly went for the Novana but at the Arcadia Beach Resort now and a similar price but free wifi and one of the longest pools i have seen. Great video again.
Yes both the Arcadia properties are the crown jewels of South Pattaya for sure.
Very interesting visit here, and very helpful for the prospective traveller. Congrats again, and thank you again!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hello from Orlando. Another good video (as expected)!
Hey, thanks! 👍
I saw you 2 years ago on Goodings
Nice video, good tour of some of the living spaces for rent in pattaya...good work Lucas!
Thanks! 😃
best conda comparison vid ive seen from thailand
Thanks 👍👍
Lucus, excellent job of showing some really well located rentals in Pattaya. and the prices are great. Cheers!
Many thanks!
Great info. Unfortunately those rates are going to jump up once the SITUATION is over and things get back to what they were PRE COVID. I need to retire to Thailand sooner than later. 😉
Exactly that bud, we kept our place that is a great rate for 'Normal Tines.'. I'm worried that if we find an All Singing All Dancing place now for half the price, when things start to turn good again we will have lost the deal we have now , my current land lady would probably not like it too much if we come crawling back looking for the same deal we have now ..
Basically the way it's working out now everyone is reliant on the next person keeping their word and loyalty to work together as a community to keep each other going .. My land lady wont see me GF hungry if she skint, vice versa my GF would do see ome extra chores around the place to help out . We think the best strategy is to keep 1 foot in so when the tide turns were all in a strong position as poss going forward .. An extra £50 a month now will hopefully be returned many fold in as nearest FUTURE as possible .. Many of the snakes and RIP-offs who have been masquerading forever have been exposed and kicked out the loop already, mostly only good people left now may it stay that way for years to come..
Love the condo tours. Thinking of buying - its a really good location. Pool does look small in realtor pics, thanks for showing it how it is.
Great apples to apples comparison.
Thank you for the very useful info. Your videos are the go to source. Your friend fooled me to think he's America, when he said "Howdy", but caught his accent later. When you said "3rd Road" I was thinking dark side, but that's the real 3rd Road, not hwy 3. Great comparison!
That's Lucas great video and interesting comparison. Is it possible that you could try to do a similar video except perhaps an option for those of us who value a little more privacy. For example showing us what the options are for renting houses in the area. Thanks again...great info.
Great suggestion!
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Well-done video and interesting to see the contrast between the venues. I wouldn't go for either of these because I need to be by a bahtbus route, as I don't ride or drive while in Pattaya; but I certainly like the price for that condo which is about half what I used to pay for nice condos in Jomtien in better times. My longest stay was two months so I didn't mind paying 18-20K for a nice fully-equipped place close to everything - if I was there for a longer term I would definitely look for a cheaper deal, though.
Condo for me for sure but both are very reasonable in term of pricing and location. Love the contents as we are planning to spend about a months at either Pattaya, Sriracha, or Bangsene. Thanks for the video.
Great vid. I could live in both. The big thing would be the softness of the bed. Cheers!
Yes!!!! Thank you so much for sharing the pool length. 25 meter/yards = suitable to lap swim. Critical info for someone serious swimmer.
All depends on what you want / need dude I'd take either 1 if it meant I could rent it for 6 months instead of 3..
My current apartment in PHUKET costs me and miss's 10'thousand Bhat a month,, that's a deal for what we get .. Had it for just over 3 years and really happy with it , the land lady really appreciate the fact we have kept it going all the way through this terrible situation , it cuts across all levels ..
My GF has been ON / OFF work since the first Curfew , luckily we chose the middle budget option as work here in the UK hasn't been great either , the 4 months I had no job , my Unemployment Benefit covered the Thai apartment for my GF AMD her Daughter , and we've all had to hustle to put food on our plates looking out for each other backwards and forwards ....
Nice one Lucas,I like your idea to do the apple for apple thing much more realistic than two different locations. Less than half price makes it tempting for the apartment, but the condo looked so much nicer, I would be very tempted. As someone else said appt short term, condo for a more permanent basis. If only we could come to Thailand 🇹🇭 😫. Enjoyed the video. 👍
They are both same same... But different. Always another option here 😃
I really like the first one.
I like the condo of course, but it would be a great stepping stone to feel the area out even more - by renting the apartment for a month and then upgrade to the condo or keep looking elsewhere. Great contrast though and thanks posting the video.
That's a great idea!
I loved those floor to ceiling windahs as much as you loved wearing your mask right to the bitter end.
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I would take the cheaper apartment anytime! I had thoughts about staying here before, but there is one big problem with this area, especially if you have no bike and you like to walk everywhere! Although on the map it looks very near to Walking Street and just a few steps from 3rd Road, you can not just walk right out on 3rd Road, because there is a big empty plot in front between the condos and 3rd Road that is used as a parking lot at night by Chinese Tourbuses, and it is closed off with walls and fences from the Condos and apartments!!! So to exit and enter these condos you have to walk a long detour several blocks around the whole area to get out on 3rd Road! As can be seen at the end of the video when Lucas leaves on his bike, and it´s at least 15-20 minutes walk from your accomodation just to get to 3rd Road!
Great video! The wife and I are traveling to Bangkok (Pathum Thani) later this year. We are looking to buy a house, or at least land to build a house, hopefully, while we are there.
Very interesting as I also looked online at both. I walk past the end of soi 2 just past 3rd road as not far from where we are now. Thanks
Very Welcome Paul Pattaya 😁😁😁
How depressing if you’re staying in that second place. You’d have to be pretty hard up financially to consider that one.
Thanks good video, I would stay in the condo good value for the price I think.👍
Good video..
Good comparison. Condo is it. Would love to see one on the Soi 94 and Soi 102 areas of HuaHin.
Good video good comparison, am I expecting too much but is that room in the condo a Maid up room like sheets and towel change???
IMO the condo would be my personal choice. The kitchen is the added bonus & plenty of space for a coffee machine/toaster/hotplate etc. Plus the bed mattress looked much more comfortable than the other. Thanks Lucas for showing us both condo & apartment 🙏
Oh well it's worth a look
Nice condo. Fair price.
Expect that price to rise when the situation diminishes.
As you mentioned it was higher 2 or 3 years ago. But locking in for year there would give you plenty of time to search for other spots.
Thanks for my Saturday morning dose of Pattaya.
Yes, once everything is back to normal, that would probably include the prices.
Condo every time. Stayed at the Novana for a month and the place was well run and I would return. Just a bit of a hike to walk to 3rd road from there; and the electricity bill more or less wiped out my deposit.
Definitely the condo, clean modern and good location, gym, pool everything you need, worth the extra cost.
Be interested in seeing some Jomtien condos
Great info
Cheers
Vg vlog! I'll go with the condo all day long though!
So when are you moving in Lucas 🤣 That is a great price for that condo. Me personally both would be fine for me, I don’t consider myself a fussy person as long as the place is safe and clean it would do me. As long if I was in Pattaya I would be happy. Thanks for the video Lucas. Really appreciate it 👍🙏
Yes, pretty nice there, but no plans to move anytime soon.
A pool is a must
I stayed at the Novana residence a few years ago. I enjoyed it. It was nice to see it again.
Glad you enjoyed it
Same here. Which year bruh?
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@@edgallagher8675 Ed, I was there in 2017 for the first time. Best time of my life. Novena was a great stay. I miss Pattaya!
Definitely the Condo!
I'm with you. I would go for the condo. Keep up the good work. Take Care from Texas
Cool, thanks
I have a question.When you rent a condo can you lock in the price or can they kick you out at any time when things get better in Thailand?Thanks for all the content
I liked the Condo better myself ✔ !!! Thanks Lou 👍👍👍
Glad you enjoyed it
I would do the $150 a month short term until I found something that I liked and suits my needs. That condo next door for $300 a month is a great deal I think. Thank you for the video and the comparison of the 2 properties.
When I first moved to Pattaya I rented a studio. That lasted for about a month before I moved into a one bedroom. So for me, just for that alone, the more expensive condo would be my choice.
i like the second one Better considering the difference in cost.
Its a Good condo... best accomodation though it should be a little pocket friendly
Nice Condo, well worth the money
One of the big difference is one is a 1 bedroom the other is a studio so you know 1 bedroom are always more money then a studio great price for both the 1 bedroom you get the pool and gym which is a huge difference plus the laundry room if you dnt want to buy a washing machine thanks for sharing I’ll rather have the 1 bedroom it’s hot out there the pool will be a nice to cool of and the gym is very convenient
Thanks for sharing Lucas, the condo for $300.00 literally has everything one could need, the other one for $150.00 is ok for someone on a very tight budget, regards from England.
Thanks for the informative vid. Is it possible in the future to feature properties in the $500-$700 range? I am very curious to see what you get in that price range.
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@@Rides4Kickz Also, I guess it's required to have med ins to come to Thailand. From what I have seen it's very expensive almost as much as rent in some cases. Please tell me if I am correct. I already pay for Medicare and would return to the states for any major health issues. thanks
$290 is a good price and I would also live in the Condominium. Just really depends on budget or what you are looking for. Great video.
Loucous, this was a solid video. I liked the contrast of the properties. Location, location, location indeed, so the comparison was a good one. Frankly, I think the condo might be a better deal. Say you did want to add a hotplate or a rice cooker to the apartment -- more electricity at double the price. Add in the value you get from the pool and the gym (when open), and I think your quality of life is worth the price at the condo. Condo was spacious with a good floor plan -- except for that one space next to the counter that looked like you should put a refrigerator there, but I guess you could add a shelf/pantry there.
Had to chuckle at 2:53 though. "He's got a nice-sized unit." Uhmmm... okay.
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Awesome Jake 👍
Both great value but I’d go the Condo with the pool 👍😊
You always are optimistic. And you don't fail to show us a tour . Even though I don't ride I loved you motorcycle shows. And the food tours ate salivating. Your the best TH-cam out of Thailand
I appreciate that! 👍👍👍
As an avid swimmer what are the access hours for that condo pool ? Its my main form of exercise and I wondered whether it was (for example) only open during daylight hours. For the apartment, where would you do your laundry ?
Of those 2 ,i would favor the Blue one .Its might give me a dose of the blues though . .If i was back long term i would be checking out Condos in Jomtien ,where you should get more for your Baht.A large balcony is a must for me ,so i would be looking at somewhere like Baan Suan la Luna in Jomtien .Its an older but well maintained Condominium .5 floors high ,with 2 pools .Units mostly studio 46 sqm with large balconys .
Yes generally. 👍
Since the pool and fitness Room are closed, does that equate to any sort of discount in the rent?
Nice one
Thanks 🔥
Yes Lucus i would take the condo its very nice with all that you need and the veiw is a lot better and not so load as the rent rooms
If you are a young guy or someone scrapping together a small pension this makes good sense. I rather be in the north of pattaya but the south is alive. Living near a swimming beach is better than a chlorinated pool. The kitchen was basic in the condo but single guys can find affordable, healthy and tasty food throughout Thailand. Papaya salad does it for me with some green curry. Are there good arabic and turkish food stalls in pattaya? That is a nice change from thai, chinese and malay food. Thanks for the peek.
The GoPro fluorescent light flicker issue. I feel your pain. That messes with a lot of videos.
Another awesome video and comment section has appeared, I swear it wasn't here before.
Thanks, not sure why, I always enable comments as I value your feedback 👍👍👍
Definitely the condo 👌 bargain at 9k for what you get. I can't wait to be able to move over there in a few years time 👍
hey Rick, questions.. does the rates include cleaning, changing sheets in the 1 with sheets included, towls etc?
The internet is $20.. That's amazing. I pay almost $100 a month here in the US.
I pay 30 in Germany, why is it so expensive in the US
@@christiankeil7845 The US is about Greed, profit over people.
This is off topic... Can you show us where to buy used ( classic) Honda Cubs? Over here in Japan they're very popular and a non running Cub can sell for 2000 USD. Will be retiring in Pattaya soon, and would love to putt around on a old style bike, like the Cub. Cheers
I agree with your opinion. I would choose The Novana Residence.
Yes, nice unit. Perfect size and layout for me.
It's 20:25pm in South Africa now. I won't watch this. I WILL save this for Monday morning 6am at the office! I don't drink coffee, so this is my Monday fix.
Definitely the condo for me. I like the swimming pool and also the kitchen is important for me
I totally agree!
Do you have a place to secure place to park a scooter!? I would need parking!! Good info ever time from this channel
Do you need to commit for 1 year or can you go month to month?
A gym is not an issue for me, as I can not use it, a pool is something I would appreciate but, yes there is a but, the pool at that condo is in the shade, which means cold water, great for most, a no for me as I have a muscle disorder, hence going in cold water causes muscle spasms pain and cramps.. I would still consider the condo as there is more room, separate bedroom, price at £225 not to much, though I may take the apartment whilst looking for something better, but both good options for me. Thank you for finding these for us.
Quite welcome 👍👍
what are the prices for the electricity and wifi for the apartment pls.
I stayed in the single rooms in Novana for 4 months right before covid. 8k per month. I'd assume that's probably down to 6k at least since the balcony room was around 12k to 15k. Nice place but there are a lot of soi dogs outside during the night, (only some are aggressive)so you better have a motor bike or be ready to hire the moto taxi guys outside.
For comparison, how much is the daily rate for the guest-houses, the "V" side?
I would go with the place with the pool and gym, the little bit extra is worth it.
He's got a nice sized unit!!!
That's all you need to get the ladies. Though the balcony helps too.
Just curious, what’s the difference between an apartment and condo? Where I come from (aust), we don’t say condo, but I assumed an apartment, here in Thailand, refers to bigger unit within a building and a condo was something smaller. Seems that theory might be wrong.
The key difference is in a condo building all the units are privately owned. They all pay a monthly maintenance fee to support the upkeep and hire a management company to oversee the whole project. An apartment is owned by a single person or company and they rent the units and pay for all the maintenance and management costs themselves from the profits
Where are the nearest golf courses ?
Nice condo extra but worth it what about the shuttle is there one nearby more amenities ty. Thks to LV apartments nd yourself.😊
The taxi fares can quickly add up so far from the main road and baht bus routes.
I spent a lot of time in Novana, but my girl had a bike so it wasn't so bad at night, or I'd be running during the day.
For myself with no bike, I'd definitely be looking for places a little more conveniently located. Without that concern, Novana is a great option though.
Yeah, good point. I think always nice to have a bike in Pattaya regardless where you stay.
Condo for sure for us. We're a couple so no studio for us. But we would need to spruce it up a bit because it is a bit sterile. Thanks!
i think that the main difference is that the apartment can be rented by the month where the condo is probably 1 year minimum both seemed very good value
For what its worth there are those who don't want to rent or own a motorbike with all the hassle involved with them....and the road in front of those places doesn't have a baht bus route. Your looking at doing a lot of walking or paying extra for motorbike taxis.
I take the condo since the "apartment" is basically just a room.
Good video as always! I wouldnt mind the apartment for a shorter term stay if I was JUST getting to Pattaya and needed a place to live (1 month or so) while I was looking for more long term housing. That condo would be a great option for a 6-12 month lease. It didnt look like there was a washing machine in the condo (just the pay units downstairs). Are condo owners amenable to putting in something like a washing machine and bumping up the rent like 500 baht per month or no?
Many times condo owners will do that. Not sure about this specific one, but I know that practice is quite common here actually.
@@Rides4Kickz Sounds like a good deal to me. Yeah, I was wondering more about in general than specifically with Martin and his unit. I know it can probably get tiring doing condo walkthroughs and price comparisons, but those do seem to be very popular videos. The one you did last year where you compared the $100 to $1000 condo was what led me to subscribe to your channel. Keep up the good work!
I would take the condo for many reasons even though its double the price you mentioned a few pool and gym but also its a 1 bedroom flat and not a studio ,I would stay in alot more in the condo due to the comfort however if i lived in the appartment id spend more than the 150$ difference by wanting to be out the room at every opportunity
Yes, if you are more comfortable at home, it may save you some money on going out frequently. Good point.
Great point ! My thoughts exactly
Whether its worth the difference depends on your budget. I would rather pay more than both and get something a bit nicer. However, it is amazing that you can rent a reasonable liveable apartment (Novana) in Pattaya for just THB9,000 p/m. A furnished apartment with kitchen for the price of 6 nights in a reasonable hotel? That's worth it, but there seem to be lots of good deals right now. I wonder when the prices will go up again?
What is the government rate for electricity & water?