Is RENT still AFFORDABLE for RETIREES in SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA in 2025 ? CHEAPER than the USA?

[@marksWayPhilippines]

DUDE.... don't you think it would be more helpful if you said the name of all the apartments... you did some.. but not all. But, if I just missed it, my bad.. :)

[@mattmck360]

Most of these buildings don't have names, I couldn't find a couple of them even though I had Google Maps and the address. This video was only meant to show what sort of accommodation is available at the cheaper end of the market right now, for exact address's and contact information, all of these apartments can be found on the various Siem Reap Facebook groups and Facebook Marketplace.

[@BruceMcKenzie-q6l]

Look up "Helens apts"

[@nerfero]

Nothing in SEA is constant. Go there and source out yourself.

[@nicolacrickmar8829]

Great vlog, very informative regarding the rental market, it gave me a good idea of what you can get for $200 a month and less.....even that hotel option was a great price that surprised me. Thanks I enjoyed watching and listening to you.....from freezing cold north of England!

[@Always_sojourning]

In doing my due diligence to retire and relocate to Siem Reap I came across your video. I appreciate your efforts, and that you were to the point and concise. Thank you.

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !!!

[@postbro1]

I dig your content. Not long and drawn out.

[@mattmck360]

Thanks

[@toastedsandwich2474]

Great information. I was planning to go to Thailand to live but now you've got me reconsidering.. I've not been to Cambodia for 16 years and didn't stay long enough to really get to know the place.. Thanks

[@adrianalibre4876]

Thank you so much for a concise informative vid on rentals & neighborhoods in Siem Reap.

[@benben5847]

Good no BS video dude. Thank you

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !!!

[@mantarayal]

Thanks Matt. Perfect. We're (my Khmer wife and myself) looking at returning to Cambodia but SR this time. Any and all apartment searches are most welcome!!

[@mickypoole9226]

You did a good job there mate. Very informative. Siem Reap is a pretty good place to stay I know

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !

[@michaelc5769]

Wichita: twice the rental price, half (or less) the winter temp - which makes the pool a non-player and when you wake up in the morning: you're in Kansas. Living and traveling in Asia (Vietnam, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia, Cambodia, Laos) is the best decision I ever made in terms of happiness, cost, tasty food, and living an adventurous expat life. Keep these videos coming, I'm learning from them for my visit late January.

[@sean8514]

Man I moved from Denver to Tampa, and it's still not tropical enough! I can't wait to get to the S.E.A.!

[@KB3TLE]

@@sean8514 And it's as expensive as hell in Fla. compared to Siem Reap !!!

[@jakezywek6852]

You're not in Kansas anymore.

[@Flights-gq8po]

Matt....well organized video... great. ( I was there for a few days)

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !

[@wesgraham2262]

Good report Matt thanks

[@andrearheintgen8523]

Subscribed! Great info- thanks

[@anthonymercer1234]

Mate - came across your channel yesterday and wanted to say a huge thankyou for your time and effort. Im hoping to get to Siem reap in june / july this year abd its a definite retirement destination for me. The only drawback is the AUD to USD conversion. Its horrible. I cant wait to get there and explore. We are very lucky to have people like you there. Very much appreciated 👍🙏

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !

[@johnkerr7286]

Thank you Matt - very useful and informative. I am relocating from UK this week and though I will be in PP initially I could possibily move to Siem Reap. I'm a bit worried that PP will not be like I remember it from 8yrs ago, development seems to be moving apace, something which I dread for Cambodia becoming westernized! Thanks again.👍

[@mattmck360]

Yeah I think PP has changed alot, but still smaller and less developed than comparative cities in Vietnam or Thailand.

[@markpaxton3337]

Cheers again Matt, really enjoying your vlogs👋

[@mattmck360]

Thanks

[@KhinDara]

Welcome to Cambodia 🇰🇭 ❤❤

[@EsinSasmazer]

Thank you for this video really helped full for us.

[@DavidEHarding]

Thanks again Matt, for doing the legwork. Your videos are much appreciated. Question: Are 6-month rentals a thing?

[@mattmck360]

Yes, we actually have a 6 month lease on our apartment. I also got the feeling when I signed that a shorter lease would have been OK and if I'd signed for a year I probably could have gotten a discount.

[@mony0472]

Great and helpful info. Thanks!

[@jonv570]

great informative just facts, excellent video thanks mate.

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !!!

[@thealanshow25]

Great video, very informative. I could live there.

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !

[@BriankeithCharleston]

Hi matt. Thanks for the info. Just been to look at 1 apartment on your video. I need to find somewhere before the end of the month. It it coming. Thanks again.

[@mattmck360]

I'm sure you'll find somewhere, it's definitely a buyers market.

[@hugh1951Thomson]

Thank you, The video was very helpful 😊 I subscribed

[@mattmck360]

Thanks.

[@smythe62]

Thanks for the great info ! Well Done ! 2 more months for me , till the retirement in Siem Reap !!!

[@mattmck360]

Thanks, good luck with your retirement.

[@BruceMcKenzie-q6l]

I used to buy all my Cheap Charlie food of the street at Hun Sen Market! Close by is a Khmer baker that sells yesterdays bread at half price in the morning!

[@ChhormBorith]

Thank you Matt for informative renting guide. Do you know any Khmer traditional homes for rent like rbnb? Thanks 🙏🏻

[@mattmck360]

I've seen them for rent long-term on Facebook marketplace.

[@mithonaphal]

Thank Matt for this

[@w.m.p-w8989]

Nice 👍 great job 👏

[@steveo4694]

Great Info 👍

[@plamenspasov4943]

For the e-visa, if someone is over 55 y.old, do they need to show proof of pension or funds, to get the 1 year stamp?

[@mattmck360]

I've read conflicting accounts on this, but I don't think that any proof is required if you are over the age of 55.

[@Zerinth]

new sub. nice good fast editing no messing about 😃. Considering siem reap after staying in da nang for a bit. How easy to rent a scooter and cost? Good prices btw 👍

[@mattmck360]

Very easy, they don't enforce the license requirement here. $70 - $120 depending on the bike and if its short or long term. No deposit, I just left my license with them. Smiling Frog in the Wat Damnak neighbourhood.

[@LeasaMorris]

Thank You Hoping to be there in August .. would Love to rent in Wat Bo

[@michaelstark5663]

It's high season here in Siem Reap *walks through a deserted market*

[@mattmck360]

A deserted market with good lighting haha

[@sokpisethlalalanno]

According to international news, many people storm or raid into Cambodia this year - you guys good luck on the best location

[@nomadicsouls3290]

Just Subscribed…..good video at a nice pace. Be great if you could mention distance to gyms.

[@mattmck360]

Check out my neighbourhood videos, I mention gyms in those.

[@joezip6389]

Good video Thanks

[@KB3TLE]

I'm old and retired in the US - looking for an "ideal retirement destination" - and Siem Reap appears to be it ? Been looking for about 3 years - all around the world..... and where your at really appeals to me ! The place is awesome from what I can tell - having everything needed it seems for quite a comfortable life ? Cost of living would be quite comfortable for me on about half of my SS income - allowing savings for emergencies - some travel for enjoyment - and trips to Bangkok for superb medical care yearly. ---- A frugal budget might be about $800 / mo. or so most months ? - - - Thank you Matt for some terrific insight into what can be had. Being older I would certainly want elevators - if needed - and generators for power outages would be nice ? Likely will cost more for such things ? A video for such places would be much appreciated - again as thrifty as possible on the prices ! Might not be easy ? - - - All the best ! -- I subscribed and look forward for more from you. 👍🙏✌🎯🍻

[@mattmck360]

Hi, I actually made a video on exactly that subject, a basic frugal budget for people interested in retiring here, you should check it out, you might find it helpful: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioK6pamXr8Rjrqc Regarding elevators, I haven't seen any but you won't find it difficult to find somewhere on the ground floor. And some places do have generators but honestly I haven't found power cuts to be an issue even in the rainy season.

[@mikestout9588]

@@mattmck360 Finally, a place where it might be possible to live on $1000/month! Been kicking the tires on Da Nang as well. Of course there would be visa/residency issues- do you just make sure to spend less than 180 days in a country to avoid tax complications?

[@mattmck360]

@@mikestout9588 No tax complications as long as your money is earned out of the country. Thailand recently changed their policy on this so it's something you'll have to consider if you retire there, no idea about Vietnam.

[@mikestout9588]

@@mattmck360 Good stuff!

[@nathalia7104]

You can also find a $200 apartment in BKK with an elevator. In contrary to a lot of people's belief, Cambodia is actually more expensive than Thailand but you get lower quality in everything. That's because they rely too much on imports and their currency isn't as stable as Thai baht. Unless you like a raw and quiet place, Bangkok has wider range of budgets you can go cheap or luxury if you want. Most expats want to stay in the most luxury they can afford and pay more but you don't need to. $125 studios are everywhere, $200 1-br apartments are everywhere in BKK as well. BKK apartments are not just high-rise buildings. However, if you have issues like walking difficulty, both countries may not be suitable for disabled people yet.

[@sojeanify]

Thanks for this

[@mimibigdy1917]

New sub from USA

[@Shibari-shi]

Thank you for showing the lower priced places. I hope to relocate at the end of the year and will need a low cost place for a month or two while I get oriented and make plans. For the ones off the beaten path, what are prices like in those Restaurants? Lower since they are away from the main areas or about the same?

[@mattmck360]

I made a video with restaurant prices: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iqq7qIl9otN-aJo Food is cheap almost everywhere that isn't directly on Pub St.

[@HouthKimluy]

Am going back to cambodia to look for a new place to rent, thank for the videos

[@mattmck360]

Thanks for watching !!!

[@Troy-du3hh]

Man, lm so counting down the days till I'm there!

[@zensamui2409]

Sounds cheap, but keep in mind that Cambodias average income per YEAR and person is about 1650$!

[@neilrichardson3986]

Subbed👍

[@garybee858]

How long have you been living in Cambodia that you can give advice on rents

[@ViewTalay]

He wasn’t giving advice, just showing what you can get for a low budget

[@AlbertLitter-cf8se]

Excellent

[@magicroundabout5081]

What’s the cost of services, water, electric etc?

[@mattmck360]

Electricity $0.25 per KWH - Water cost is negligible.

[@Pukie916]

I’m curious to hear from Canadian ex-pats in Cambodia in regard to Cambodia not having a tax treaty with Canada. How does that affect your retirement income from Canada ?

[@KhmerMinnesnowta]

Taxes do not affect any social security income from any countries in Cambodia!

[@Pukie916]

@KhmerMinnesnowta my apologies. I meant in regard to Canada taxing it. For example, if I went to the Philippines or Vietnam, Canada would only tax my income from my pension and other sources a maximum of 25%. If my research is correct, if I emigrated to a country without a tax treaty, then Canada would tax my income as if I was still a resident of Canada.

[@KhmerMinnesnowta]

@@Pukie916 I see. It's the same here in US!

[@martywrigh1024]

Great video...we loved SR..where in Cambodia would u recommend we live near a nice beach on a limited budget.

[@mattmck360]

I've heard that Sihanoukville has gone downhill in the past few years, the only other beach town I know is Kep but if you want a really nice beach then you will have to head to one of the islands. Koh Rong or Koh Rong Samloem.

[@lorraine725]

New subscriber awesome video.

[@mattmck360]

Thanks !

[@youlike-ij9lg]

Welcome to combodai ❤❤❤

[@sokpisethlalalanno]

There also a $65/month for small room inside the location community if you look around, it's usually for student or for people who far always from home 😂, only 1 place in the world right ?

[@mattmck360]

Wow that IS cheap.

[@Jacques-AndreBeauties]

Good morning. I will be moving to Siem Reap in a short while. I am handicapped in a wheelchair. I need an handicap access apartment. Can you suggest anything? Thank you. Will be much appreciated.

[@mattmck360]

Hi, if you're looking for a really cheap apartment then I recommend joining all the facebook groups and searching there, if your budget isn't so strict then I recommend contacting IPS on Wat Bo rd, give them all of your requirements and they'll find you somewhere. i listed the Facebook groups in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp2cm3qwrb6tjNk You'll be able to find somewhere on the ground floor somewhere, the only issue may be if you are alone and they have a big gate.

[@JimiHendrix-z5g]

I made a similar video about cheap rentals in Da Nang Vietnam under the title "Rooms you will not find on Booking / Agoda" but it looks like SR offers more quality for same or even cheaper!

[@robertbest4398]

What about visas any problems

[@mattmck360]

Depends. I'm releasing a video next week about how we got our visas sorted.

[@charlesmassaquoi6717]

I like Wat Bo neighborhood

[@petersomers7846]

Good shit by the time you get to pub set the beer will taste great😅😊😊❤❤

[@mattmck360]

I like the way you think.

[@phansao2547]

I’m retired, but I don’t like corruption government in Cambodia and healthcare too

[@CenturionN-o6m]

Are you a citizen?

[@CenturionN-o6m]

Are you a citizen?

[@tattooninja]

That place in Wichita does not look real

[@kevinadams9468]

There are more than enough rentals in SR, more than anywhere else in Cambodia. No video necessary.

[@showkatkhan8461]

hi just subscribed you, which area is the 2 bed apartment? thank you.

[@mattmck360]

I'm afraid that I couldn't locate the building, the only information I had was that it was centrally located. If its still available you should be able to find it by joining the Siem Reap Facebook groups.

[@mstkw-pu4qt]

How much was the Wellness btw?

[@mattmck360]

$180 a night in January.

[@mstkw-pu4qt]

@@mattmck360 oops!🤣

[@kosalch8972]

Please buy old motorcycle one sir. ( Suzuki), it’s cheap and can go everywhere

[@BinSarae]

Hello❤❤

[@longgowhereto]

Why do all idiots put music under - I do not understand anything. Out at 0:41

[@mrbHanoi]

Thailand and Vietnam are cheaper.

[@pentrubarbati]

they dont understand it is impossible for them

[@Masudanjil]

Hello there,, How are you? Do you need a professional KZbin thumbnail designer? Please let me know

[@mattmck360]

Are my thumbnails really THAT bad? hahaha

[@Masudanjil]

@mattmck360 not a bed ,, but not eye catching

[@vattanakly]

🥰🥰🥰🇰🇭

[@peter320vn]

Another passport bros 🙄

[@slerickson01]

The place has been ruined by Chinese and their money

[@winnerwinnerchickendinner8809]

If people go to Cambodia to retire and couldn't afford $550 rent, you might as well not go anywhere

[@jay-726]

Hello Matt. I just subscribed. I am Canadian and planning on moving to Siem Reap within the next few months. I will be coming with a business visa in hand and would like to start a (small to begin with) business. Thank you for this video of the area and apartments, it was perfect. Do you have an email that you would be willing to share? I would then give you my phone number in Canada (not to call on the phone) but to talk face to face on WhatsApp, via a video call, it's free. Or if you know of a better way to connect that would be ok also. I really hope to hear from you. Thank you.........Jay

[@mattmck360]

To start a business you'll need to get the e-type visa either online or at the airport and then one of the agencies can help you to incorporate the business once you're here, from what I remember its pretty straight forward and not that expensive.

[@jay-726]

@@mattmck360 Yes, thank you. I saw your replay from another video. Keep posting those videos; the information within them is amazing. Plus, they give me a visual of the area and things like the name of a street where I can search for an apartment within walking distance of everything I need. I agree with you: spend a little more on rent (possibly), get a central location, and save on taxis, tuc tuc, etc. Thank you Jay