$180 Apartment!? Only in Cambodia!

[@robertwilliamson6121]

I know a guy living there with his Khmer girlfriend in basic simple apartment for $50. When I was living there, I had a bit nicer place for $150. Coming back in 2023. Can’t see paying more than $100 a month for another apartment. One secret is to never use your air-conditioning. Allow your body to acclimate to the climate. It should take two or three weeks. Use open windows and fans only. If you use air-conditioning, you will never get used to the tropical climate. You will suffer EVERY time you go outside. I got so use to the climate that I found air-conditioning to be extremely uncomfortable. Just two or three weeks of suffering with the heat to get acclimated…and then you should be fine. Before renting…. ALWAYS check for bedbugs. And if you have a little house gecko or two in your apartment, ignore them. They eat the bad bugs that you don’t want.

[@XxxXxx-rh5ux]

Any recommandation about How to find a 50/100$ à month for 2 months in SR ? That would really help, thanks 🙌

[@robertfranklin8704]

Personally, not a hellish hot fan, I simply could not survive here without air con, especially in the insane months, mid - March to June. As I don't smoke, eat meat, or pop pills, or own a vehicle, and drink moderately, the extra power costs dont worru me. But as air con is not healthy, am considering exiting this area during the hellish months.

[@KB3TLE]

Well the way most people use AC it's no wonder you feel 'uncomfortable' ! -- My experience is that people make it 'cold' - as opposed to simply 'comfortable' when using AC all too often. -- You have a valid point with getting used to the heat - yet I always had trouble sleeping when sweating ! Several I hear use some ac at night to help them sleep in places like the Philippines. -?-

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

"Mystery Cambodia" youtube channel has lived in Cambodia for 18 years and never pays over $47/month for electricity. He said the secrets are to get a North facing apartment, because of the sun(it will stay cooler for your A/C). Do not use the electric stove. Buy a little propane burner that uses the little $1 cans for it. Make sure you have access to the electric and water meter, or else the landlord will be adding her electricity onto your bill.

[@Julian-bach]

Welcome to Cambodia dude. Make yourself at home, it's a great country. Learn Khmer, it opens up so many things. Happy to see your channel, new follower here.

[@marcoamadori4414]

Hello with make yourself a home does that means you can live forever with a house rented?

[@Allen_in_Asia]

This video blew up a lot more than I was expecting, so here are some answers to some common questions that you might have. (Btw, please consider subscribing if you want to see me post more videos about life as a retiree in southeast Asia.) 1. Yes, it's possible to get a better deal than this. If you shop around enough, you might be able to find a 1-bedroom for as low as $120 a month. 2. Other cities in Cambodia also have deals this good. Siem Reap is the city that is best for expats, in my opinion (lots to do, everyone speaks English). 3. Apartments are always fully furnished. This includes bed, refrigerator, washer, etc. Wifi and water is typically included for free (or a $5 fee).

[@heythave]

It’s all relative. The locals are hard pressed to even make $180 a month. Glad you found a nice place.

[@tradeladder146]

We all know that. 🤦‍♂

[@kaysin3529]

Welcome to Cambodia 🇰🇭! It’s a beautiful country! Enjoy your stay! 👍😊

[@camel1945]

Thanks for your video this gives me courage I plan to come in 2023 this will be the one apartment for me too!! Small is nice always!!

[@Allen_in_Asia]

Good luck! I think you will love it here.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

check out "buzz buzz buzz" youtube channel, when you start looking for a lifemate. He has been with his beautiful cambodian GF for almost 3 years now!

[@Kikiyayazengardens]

Nice. That is a nice flat and fine price. I am moving to Siem Reap this year. I lived in India and Thailand and I now live in The Netherlands. I miss Asia so I am coming back.

[@MegaMerlin2011]

Damn! That's not bad! $150/month I get a shitty hotel room in small town Thailand. I saw on my visa run to Siem Reap you can rent a luxury apartment 300/month just 5 min walk from Pub Street. I thought that doesn't sound too bad considering cost of living in Thailand seems to be going up. Only hang up with moving to Siem Reap is I'll have to find a job and I've heard it's more work finding a job. Plus I've heard salaries are less than Thailand. Honestly, Siem Reap blew me away. 38 new infrastructure projects they did since 2021 and the city looks wonderful.

[@dexterspeights3484]

Thailand is not for backpackers without stable financial resources. Thailand wants expats with deep pockets of passive income who do not need to work!

[@obaguidicreates3216]

Might start teaching there

[@seven7401]

10$ for water I think it's expensive, normally water is very cheap in Cambodia. 5$ per month is reasonable price

[@steveincork3669]

Nice Apartment where in Siem Reap is it please.

[@w.m.p-w8989]

Great apartment and amazing deal in an incredible city..

[@henrylawson938]

Did you go through an agent? I heard that out of town a bit you can get a basic Cambodian style place for around $50. Gives you money to spend on other things.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

I saw the video on the $50/month apartment. That is a good deal, but I felt the downsides to it were: have to flush the toilet with a bucket of water, no A/C, the top of the walls is completely open to the apartments next to you and then the neighbors can crawl into your apartment, when your gone. :(

[@laurencehyde2168]

Does that include the furniture,fridge etc?

[@natalie-s9w1y]

I think it should go down now too due to the inflation and less people buying condos.

[@natalie-s9w1y]

@@klnskljafdskl Cambodia has a lot of empty condo and with inflation I’m saying to get people to buy they should lower the price. 👍🏼

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Yep. The Chinese are building brand new Condos in Phnom Penh, so that will drive up the competition.

[@pubudushiran1743]

nice video, I too like to move to Cambodia. how about finding english teaching job in Cambodia?

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

Phnom Penh pays the best and has the most jobs.

[@MSWcryptoworker]

Could u show us the outside of the building and the stairways to ur apartment

[@Lee-oq2vy]

Its very nice . Its seems like apartments in PP is very expensive . I have a question is a good equip gym in Siem Riep?

[@teatree6228]

There is a good gym located at a gay resort spa hotel at Siem Reap.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

@@teatree6228 so bring the soap on a rope, lol

[@vernicelaguna1554]

may I know where I can rent it?

[@jimbrown2485]

Are you near Pub Street that's where I stayed across the street at hotel reamski, sorry I spelled it wrong you know where it's at one of the last hotels right across the street from the pizza restaurant going towards the roundabout and the creek and great location

[@EcleticMusicFilm]

what's the name of the building and how do I get in touch with them? I'm going to be relocating from USA by July 2023 and was thinking of relocating to Thailand or Cambodia.

[@Allen_in_Asia]

You should just get a hotel for a week and then shop around for apartments once you get here.

[@rolandjacobs6227]

He ask you what is the Name of the Apartment , and how he can get in contact with the Owner .

[@rodreece4983]

Hi, I will be returning to Siem Reap after a 5 month trip away. Can you please tell me WHERE you are in Siem Reap. I saw my old apartment next to Wat Bo online for $150 less than I had paid before. I'm searching online and deals look great in certain areas. Thanks a lot, hope you're having a great time.

[@bernardpeys7968]

Where is this apartment?:)

[@fazbell]

Very nice for 180 bucks. Can't find anything like that in Thailand.

[@NorbertHurni]

Depends where - in Northern Thailand it is easily possible. We live in Chiang Rai district and pay 100 per month for a big new stand-alone house. Yes, no beach here, but very nice.

[@NorbertHurni]

@Man Vs Thailand Wiang Pa Pao

[@americanedokko2782]

I am SOLD on Cambodia, now. Have to check their Visa requirements, etc.

[@americanedokko2782]

Same pad in San Fransicko would cost $2,500+/mo.

[@mynuoncambodia]

Looking beautiful room 😍

[@sharejer]

What websites can you use to find places there?

[@sparkygirl9083]

This a great place

[@deepdude4719]

How do you get into Cambodia? How can you stay legally?

[@Allen_in_Asia]

The answer to that is a little complicated. I might do a video about it later. For now, I would suggest googling "visa for cambodia" and read up.

[@deepdude4719]

@@Allen_in_Asia thank you.

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

When you arrive in Cambodia, immigration will ask which visa you want. You tell them you want the "ordinary visa" aka the looking for work visa ($35). It is good for 30 days. You can keep renewing it indefinately for every month. Staying in Cambodia long term is easy.

[@yuchannlao9030]

What is the name and address of that apartment, dude. Want to live there too .

[@mrgingerman6020]

Nice place and great price

[@ericboike2324]

Are you still living there? Have they jacked the cost up lately?

[@Allen_in_Asia]

Food prices have gone up a little bit, but rent is still dirt cheap.

[@MikeSoCal]

Wow what a deal! Can you get the same price if you only stay 2-4 mnths? Amazing value!

[@finnsteur5639]

Nice, I might do the same in Comoros my native country. I'm here for a vacation right now and like you say everything is cheap. I could easily live for 300 euros a month food and internet included. I met a girl here, so pretty and innocent, already talking about marriage. I don't have your money in the bank so I would have to remote workor something like that. Anyway good luck - Sinnse

[@Allen_in_Asia]

Sounds a lot like where I live. Maybe you should try it out.

[@earlgreco8636]

I only wish for you that you're not too innocent. Just be careful, and why rush.

[@ThinkAboutMyComment]

I want to live in a province area away from big cities

[@fruitloops3718]

That's a great apartment for $180!!!

[@transformersrapidusprime107]

180$ with free wifi, breakfast, and cleaner?... really?

[@robertwilliamson6121]

Really…..you might be shocked at how cheap the cost of living is in some countries. Not just Cambodia, but some other countries in great places in the world also. Some in South American, Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, Portugal, …..the list goes on…. The U.S., Canada, Australia, England, Japan, Taiwan, Singapore so expensive.

[@johnholbrook6042]

Can live in US cheaply if a person knows how. RV life can be cheaper. Government senior housing based on income is an option. Hoping to sell my RV so I can visit & travel other countries. Nice video!

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

@@johnholbrook6042 Yep. I own my own house free and clear in the u.s.a. and only pay like $250/month in expenses for all my utilities.

[@dexterspeights3484]

Apartments are cheap for people from a 1st world country getting paid in a strong currency. The average Cambodian is making $250 to $400 per month because there are NO UNIONS in Cambodia to fight for wage increases or benefits which makes everything expensive if you are a local!

[@frankkluz9787]

Short term it's OK. -- Longer stays > If - - - you '''want''' to be comfortable and not miserable (all the time) get a small studio (cheaper and easier to cool) when you do use the AC. --- Also > Look for windows & doors that 'seal' well -&- are not facing the blazing sun ! -- You can find one big enough but not too big - if - you search wisely. That will save you $ - by - ''choosing wisely'' !

[@earlgreco8636]

Thanks for sharing.

[@Ben-jr6vl]

My total income for the month is 280 USD I am hopeful that this would still be possible to live

[@KC-in9px]

Definitely not enough to even struggle on.

[@kaysin3529]

It’s a nice apartment.

[@KB3TLE]

There are many for $50 > $150 range from what I hear. Prices for airfare is much more now however than pre pandemic. Things may not come back for some time with the strong China influence in the area - given the virus place of origin ? Older people being vulnerable and they are the retired expats who left. -- ? -- Prices might remain low in Siem Reap for quite some time ?

[@swiss2570]

What city is it , please ?

[@Allen_in_Asia]

Siem Reap, but there are cheap apartments all throughout Cambodia.

[@franciscusjohannesburger3720]

Nice place for a good prize .

[@tradeladder146]

Why dont you answer peoples Questions on here, just ignoring everybody.

[@MeganLebelo]

Hi there, are the mattresses actually clean, im sure the bedding is, but I'm more worried about the mattress. *giggles*

[@jspbipro]

Whats the name of the restuarant...heading to SR and will drop by and see if any availability..thanks

[@Kiwiwanderer]

Thank you for sharing - very interesting. This was USD? think I missed the cost of power? Also are groceries reasonable? Can you give me the cost of an authentic cheap meal out ? What is the cost of fast internet?

[@Charlie-phlezk]

Good video title haha

[@jooohn8213]

Hell of a deal Free breakfast nice

[@kalasatwater2224]

Cheap for first world countries people ;)

[@m.t4826]

Where is this, what city?

[@WanderingWolf365]

How would you get faster internet? - WW

[@MembelDembel]

thats sick

[@robertwilliamson6121]

It looks healthy to me… 🙂

[@aliakguen]

Hello, can you share the location and the contact information of the landlord? Its pretty good and affordable.

[@ArtBuddy-bf1is]

Looks BORING Living there.

[@robertfranklin8704]

A lousy cameraman who only keeps showing the bed!!!!

[@mylifethaidiy7045]

That's where the magic happens

[@internationalfranchisealli5547]

Yawn