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Articles on buying property in Pattaya
How a foreigner buys a condo in Thailand, what it costs, which taxes and running costs follow, where to live and how to rent out. Based on Thai law and official data, plus what we see first-hand on deals in Pattaya.
Buying
BuyingHow to buy a condo in Thailand as a foreigner: step by step
A step-by-step guide for foreigners buying a condo in Thailand: choosing, booking, contract, payment, money transfer, Land Office registration and keys.
BuyingCan CIS citizens buy a condo in Thailand
Can citizens of Russia, Kazakhstan and other CIS countries buy a condo in Thailand in 2026: nationality rules, the foreign quota, payment and documents.
BuyingCondos, Foreign Quota and the 49/51 rule in plain words
What a condo is in Thailand, how the Foreign Quota and Thai Quota work, where the 49/51 rule comes from and why two identical units can differ in price.
BuyingFreehold or Leasehold: which to choose
Freehold, Leasehold and Sap Ing Sith in Thailand: the differences, how long a lease lasts, what "30+30+30" really means and how a foreigner can buy a villa.
BuyingNew build or resale in Pattaya: which to choose
Pros and cons of new developments and resale condos in Pattaya: installments, price, risks, rental income and what to check in each case.
BuyingHow to choose a real estate agency in Pattaya
How to vet a Pattaya real estate agency: company registration, office, project knowledge, who pays the commission, deal support and after-sale help.
BuyingRisks of buying a condo in Thailand and what to check before the deal
What is the catch when buying a condo in Thailand: quota, developer, money transfer, promised returns, short-term rentals. A checklist before you reserve.Money & taxes
Money & taxesHow to transfer money to buy a condo in Thailand
Why the way you transfer money matters for the Foreign Quota, what proof the Land Office needs and how to pay for a Thailand condo from a CIS country.
Money & taxesMortgages in Thailand for Foreigners and Developer Payment Plans
Can foreigners get a mortgage in Thailand? Options in 2026 and how developer installment plans work when buying a condo in Pattaya.
Money & taxesTaxes and Fees When Buying a Condo in Thailand
Taxes and fees on a Thailand condo purchase: 2% transfer fee, 3.3% SBT or 0.5% stamp duty, withholding tax and the annual property tax. With examples.
Money & taxesHow much it costs to own a condo in Pattaya
Maintenance Fee, Sinking Fund, electricity, water, internet and property tax: what owning a condo in Pattaya really costs, with a worked example.Living & visas
Living & visasResidency and Visas When Buying Property in Thailand: The Facts
Does buying a condo in Thailand give you a visa or residency? Thailand Privilege, LTR and retirement visa: 2026 costs and requirements from official sources.
Living & visasPattaya or Phuket: where to buy a condo
Pattaya vs Phuket for buying property: the sea and seasons, distance to Bangkok, year-round living, rental demand and choice of condos.
Living & visasMoving to Pattaya: where to start
How to relocate to Pattaya: renting vs buying, which visas exist, family-friendly districts, schools, healthcare and your first steps.Rentals & investment
Rentals & investmentLong-Term or Short-Term Rental: What Is Allowed and How to Pay Tax
Can you rent out a condo in Thailand by the night? What the Hotel Act and condo rules say, the fines, and tax on rental income for foreigners.
Rentals & investmentHow to Sell a Condo in Thailand and Take the Money Out
How a foreigner sells a condo in Thailand: preparation, seller taxes (SBT, stamp duty, withholding tax), documents and transferring the money abroad.
Rentals & investmentInvesting in a Pattaya condo: how much rental income to expect
How to calculate rental yield on a Pattaya condo: rent, occupancy, owner costs and management. A worked example and an honest yield benchmark.Prices & districts
Prices & districtsHow much does a condo in Pattaya cost in 2026
Pattaya condo prices by district: Jomtien, Pratumnak, Wongamat, Na Jomtien. Studios, one-bedrooms and price per m² in baht and dollars.
Prices & districtsPattaya districts: where to buy a condo
Jomtien, Na Jomtien, Pratumnak, Wongamat and Central Pattaya: how the districts differ, who each one suits, prices and travel time to the airport.
Prices & districtsJomtien: a complete guide to living and buying a condo
Jomtien, Pattaya: the beach and promenade, amenities, travel times to the center and airports, who it suits, new condo prices and beachside projects.
Prices & districtsPratumnak: the green hill between Central Pattaya and Jomtien
Pratumnak, Pattaya: clean beaches, greenery and views of two bays, who it suits, pros and cons, condo prices and new developments.
Prices & districtsWongamat and Naklua: North Pattaya with the most expensive views
Wongamat and Naklua, Pattaya: a quiet beach, high-rise condos with bay views, the Sanctuary of Truth, who they suit, prices and new developments.
Prices & districtsCentral Pattaya: life at the pace of the city
Central Pattaya: Beach Road, malls, restaurants, who a city-center condo suits, short-term rentals, pros and cons, and new development prices.
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