Moving to Pattaya - Finding The Perfect Condo Deal

[@jonnysmith2936]

this will be a fantastic introduction on how to rent a pattaya condo ive got to say this will be your best series of videos yet.good stuff buddy

[@Rides4Kickz]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@elsinorebrewing3841]

I concur on this sentiment.....nice choice for content

[@jaredlash5002]

I love this new series. Looking forward to the next ones and living vicariously.

[@kirstitangnaes3890]

Thank you for all your Nice videos, you do a great job. We love watch your Blog, its help us when We not can go to Thailand. We live Thailand and We have an apartment in Pratumnak. We had to go back to Norway 1.April. Now its soon winter here and We hope to go back soon. Your Blog help us in the boring time

[@paulrose6696]

Looks like a very interesting series coming up, looking forward to seeing more properties. Good luck with your search.

[@CeejaySamesamebutdifferent]

No problem😀 Look really good and great video as always👍

[@Rides4Kickz]

Thanks man 🍺👍

[@chrism2915]

I really enjoy all your real estate/condo vids. I hope to be renting one myself in the future. Thanks again for all the info and entertainment.

[@maureen8966]

My goodness what a view absolutely stunning

[@Rides4Kickz]

Yes, absolutely beautiful. 👍

[@aminabdisalem3401]

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[@jackietreehorn6119]

The condo or the real estate agent?

[@paulg6309]

great job thanks for the work you put in on this

[@sconna4951]

Amazing the way you put your videos together

[@billiondollardan]

Three times as many subscribers since back at the beginning of March! The channel is growing and the content is great! You know Pattaya is going to be crazy again in a year lol. Have a good one buddy. Best of luck

[@kentnauman9863]

It’s going to be shit for years

[@user-bn6op9rr8c1]

Susan is nice helping you.

[@markdumbrell2618]

I have been waiting for someone to do a video like this, as always Loucous you’ve come through for me and that’s why you’re my number one you tuber. Brilliant. Thanks 🙏🙏

[@MalMilligan]

Fantastic vid - ty. Showing the website info is super helpful... looked like some units in this building are for sale also. Very little cabinet space built-in for a new construction compared to some places. I like the high floor views (and limited flying insects) but would not want the foot traffic to amenity spaces right on my floor... or the noise from partiers. I always look at the 2 stairwells in proximity of the apartment in a high rise also... cheers !

[@kentrot1]

The place you stopped at for "Pad Thai" belongs to my wife's friends. Last week we celebrated their father's 96th Birthday !!!!

[@sreekesh23]

Were is it in pattaya

[@kentrot1]

@@sreekesh23 Pratumnak ... Go down Soi 4 . 2nd street turn left. About 50 meters on the right side, opposite chain link fence. *** They close early (basically a lunch place) *** .

[@fergman300]

The Renthub reference was really helpful....thanks, Cheers to the super cute realtor showing you around. Im ready to leave CA in a couple years Pattaya looks like a great place to move to.

[@Mrfrontrow]

Thanks for taking us along. I am looking forward to the series. Cheers, from San Diego, CA

[@jgb4unme1]

i am excited to see what you take us to look at! this series will be a fav, i am sure!

[@roygoad2870]

Many bargains in Jomtien too, for me a better place to live, more comfortable and the atmosphere is better, I can go jogging around my condo and find it a relaxed environment, just 10baht bus to Pattaya central.

[@markdumbrell2618]

Can you tell us the name of your condo please? I’ve been doing research and looking at Unixx

[@antoniosimoes2516]

Can you send the adress of your condo? To see if has that one i want!

[@roygoad2870]

Antonio Barros Any of the View Talay’s are worth checking out imo

[@antoniosimoes2516]

@@roygoad2870 what is View talays?🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@antoniosimoes2516]

Jomtien View Talay 1 Studio Apartment For 1000 € month!????? 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@harryjames1710]

I used the same agent before found them very help full and professional..

[@Rides4Kickz]

Yes, I used them 2 years ago and thought they were one of the most professional in town so gave them an opportunity to help me again. 👍

[@antoniosimoes2516]

@@Rides4Kickz can you give me the email adress of this agency!? Thanks mate!

[@Rides4Kickz]

@@antoniosimoes2516 [e-mail]

[@antoniosimoes2516]

@@Rides4Kickz Thanks mate!

[@user-wm2tw]

Please provide pricing in baht. People do understand thai currency. You keep on saying usd and it creates a disconnect.

[@PREPFORIT]

Great location. Looking forward to future Condo viewings.

[@westrm2010]

This is too funny. I am just under a month now in Pattaya. My O visa is almost ready, I have a Thai bank account, phone number, AND I leased a condo at the Centric Sea Pattaya on the 42nd floor with a south facing ocean view that is to die for if I do say so myself. All I need to do now is start walking the water line at the beach everyday.

[@ukbizjets]

Great video and information. Looking forward to the rest of the series

[@ricksmith7308]

Really enjoyed this video and look forward to the rest of the series

[@russthomas02]

You have a knack for presenting these videos ! Thank you 👍

[@jeasy1221]

Greatly appreciate this series Lucas. Looking forward to the journey and the excellent information along the way! Thank you!!!

[@Rides4Kickz]

My pleasure!

[@leoslayer3304]

Timing of this is great! I have actually been looking for two weeks around Bang Saray, will be watching this and I hope you get a great deal 👍🏻

[@IamSpartacus1984]

Don`t be afraid to make these videos longer. I`d gladly watch over an hour of this as i intend to retire there soon. I think many others who are interested in this would agree.

[@lalolalo1233]

when a sales agent don't give you a straight answer, run! all looks nice, but the actual living quarters it's like a newly remodeled motel 6 suit. Just rent, no commitments in a nice area and hopefully with those stunning views of the ocean if that tickles your fancy, else you can visit those any given time and return to your rental.

[@stevewhittaker5070]

I had a lot of great amenities beautiful place wow!!! That pad thai didn't look too bad either. All that wonderful food over there killing me over here. Thanks again. Stay safe. From the US

[@koolklem7889]

Very informative as usual. Thank you !

[@johneverett6751]

Wow ..Everything we need is on your channel..yet again..👍👍👍

[@shawnr888]

This is really awesome, I'm looking forward to the entire series!

[@randyl7354]

Your real estate agent is Hot. Your videos are so helpful & easy to watch. I sure liked that one on the 40th floor. Thanks.

[@user-wm2tw]

You really are “Randy”. LoL

[@bernie9366]

@ekim andersom She`s prettier than you in your best suit 555

[@felipelombardiinaustralia6482]

I love Thailand so I guess this might be my favorite retirement place to live. Great video mate, well done!

[@Rides4Kickz]

Thanks a lot!

[@marcoolinho]

Very informative. Thanks. They should give you a discount because you are promoting the whole market and related activities.

[@sconna4951]

Great episode and look forward to the rest, be a great insight to see what lies ahead for me hopefully 🤞🙏

[@halp112]

Great Segment. Cant wait to see the rest of this journey. 👍😊

[@SonyHDTV42inch]

Spot on, 1st condo, nice balance, upper floor above the street noise, walk about many places, views, night city lights nice..very cheap, got my head spinning 😯 Thanks Lucas.....Cheers...!

[@lossie76]

I wish i lived in a condo in Pattaya right now. Looking forward to seeing more. Good luck in the search!

[@toddripcity7878]

Nice! I use to live in Cozy Beach. Been to that restaurant many hundreds of times...lol.

[@hillbillyinparadise]

Nice series to follow. I hope the same agent shows you around.😁😁

[@larry-notthecableguy]

Nice. Looking forward for your findings!

[@Buggsy61]

Cheers Lucas that is really useful info and professionally done as usual. Looking forward to the ex next instalment

[@toytingsombutyout157]

We currently live in Jacksonville, Florida but we own condo in Pattaya. We've been remodeling our condo from redoing the floor, balcony, bathroom, built-in kitchen counter tops. We were there last year from Nov-Dec and I'm planning to go back as soon as the 14 days quarantine restriction is over. We love watching the progress of the show and hopefully maybe we can get together when we're there. Toy Tingsombutyout

[@Tooma1979]

As I’m new here, I can only go off the last maybe 20 viddies but I’m sure V has got a lot less smiley as the viddies go on I think it’s time you took a trip to the flowers shop and buy a nice big bunch for her, she defo deserves a few smiles after being dragged here there and everywhere lol

[@gkprivate433]

that unit has an OK 11:22 living room area. I like the stove top. I do not see the need for a washing machine since I love the little local laundries but it can come in handy. The bedroom has notmuch walking room which is odd. I personally do not want a big building. 4 or 5 floor complex is my preferences

[@gizmoinasia6080]

yeah good info there i think Pattaya will bounce back maybe 2022, but nice time to get a deal while its quite, look forward to the next one cheers!!

[@markthomas1341]

Great introduction into renting Condo,s....especially that Rent Hub site. Interesting to see the price difference dependant on location. Thanks for great honest video presentation .

[@stevenkrieger5483]

Looking forward to this series

[@Arowana316]

So informative and helpful thank you great videos 🙏👍🏻

[@ReeshardTravel]

Great video. This is going to be a great series. Can't wait to see the condo on Soi 15.

[@Rides4Kickz]

Coming soon, Tuesday 👍

[@ReeshardTravel]

Rides 4 Kickz wow quick turnaround! Rock on!

[@johnsullivan1510]

Lucas you look so much better in shirts instead of tee shirts. Very impressive

[@ezra4925]

Very excited about this series, i may be doing the same very soon (finding a condo, will never buy). This first one, Centric, agree with you, the location and common areas are great, however the unit feels very cramped, i like spaciousness myself specially for two people.

[@paulgrant2179]

Thank you loucous, perfect timing currently planning my first long stay in pattaya

[@samuilover3136]

Hey Buddy nice slick job as usual. I think a lot of people living in and around Pattaya and further a field , like me, will find this video useful and will save them a lot of 'leg work'. Looking forward to seeing more properties in your forthcoming videos and at the same time presenting a decent current market overview and that voice - it's liquid !

[@brallorbow6703]

Great vlog. Good luck in finding the perfect condo.

[@blackthaiaffair1475]

Good stuff Lucas! Adds to my browsing here in AZ of best places to live over there! Appreciate the tours and look forward to the series...Have a great evening...rb :)

[@donmoriarity5940]

Nice video, I'm sure you'll find a good place you'll be happy with!!

[@jackiechang1572]

Great looking forward to rest of series on condos but maybe you should mention what rate for water and electricity each condo is charging if possible

[@somluck2813]

Condos do not charge electricity or water. The manager (the Juristic person) will facilitate connection. If you rent will pay the normal rate to the utility provider.

[@billl44]

Great video, Lucas, I live in Los Angeles, for $500,all I can get is a small room(bed,drawers,desk). Watching this video, I was drooling at what I can get for around $500. Keep up the great works, looking forward to the future videos in this serie.

[@zoltanl8056]

a month ago signed a 6 month lease for about 40% discount for what last high season the 12 months leases were going.... prices are definitely down, and as tourism and border opening looks like, it is abot to stay down for a while.

[@gregoler4805]

great video, we'd love a series like this

[@mattstakes7047]

Thanks look forward to this series!

[@1990-t1j]

Nice but too small, and condos always have such low ceilings. Great video. I'm looking forward to watching them all.

[@stan2503]

Right up my street this. I think, for me Pratumnak is the best area of Pattaya. It’s the place I’d live and hopefully will. It’s got it all really and nice one for this, you may well save me a lot of ground work. Look forward to the next one. One thing I’ll say is the new developments have the bells and whistles but the condos lack floor space. It’s very cleverly done but it’s for me cramped. Some of the older established blocks might not have the X Factor but you will get more living area for your buck. For me this is brilliant as it’s the area I’d choose to live and big 🙏. Look forward to the next one.

[@roygoad2870]

The problem with Pratumnak is there is no baht bus, you will need a scooter

[@OlderThanSand]

What a great video! I am so jealous that you're there and I'm not lol. My Pinay wife and I love Thailand and hope to see you there sometime when things open up.

[@tomslife2956]

Thanks for presentation love to following ur Blogs lots of info for any to move to Thailand keep up the good work by away I'm Thai-American living in the US for 46yrs now just retired from UPS company 2yrs ago..

[@lrodd247]

Hey Tom, congrats on your retirement! I also work for UPS in California and will qualify for retirement in about 5 years and I'm only 44 years old 😎 Hope the pension is treating you well! Did you decide to stay in the US?

[@mikelafayette3421]

Interesting. Good luck on your search!

[@phillipsharpe6459]

Nice insight into what is about, looking forward to the next, 😁👍

[@giannagiavelli5098]

9:07 the hitler pillows are awesome. One thing I always notice is... thai condos are for if you have no hobbies. No books. No 3d printing room. No music room. Just livingroom (tiny) bedroom (tiny) kitchen (tiny) and if you want to upgrade that to anything close to western standards minimums (aka 1500 sq ft) its priced through the roof as luxury.

[@earicome]

Yes many are far too small for anything than just a short stay. This size seems to appeal to the other SE Asians like Chinese etc because they are used to living en masse in shoeboxes, like The Base and as such have many of those people who go stay there.

[@johnshores4745]

This will be me early summer next year when i relocate . Centric sea is one of my favorites that ive looked at . Jomtien and Pratumnak are the areas i shall be looking as i dont wanna be spending over 12k baht a month

[@inCARSONate]

Go see Steve at Condo Pattaya Laguna 3 Maldives in Jomtien - LMK if you need me to make a connection - cheers!

[@brucef310]

Damn you that broke. My budget was $45K Baht for a place.

[@johnshores4745]

@@brucef310 if i find cheaper ill rent that just need a comfy bed toilet and a balcony ,

[@stevejustice1352]

I have stayed at March hotel...it is a block from centric sea...can't wait to see units.

[@wingnut4217]

Nice vid , gave it a personal touch. Could you slow the span action when you're showing the rooms, thanks.

[@rwg4397]

Great video as always, cant wait to travel back!

[@geekane9462]

In that first scene, the uncompleted building. is that the condo that stopped construction and now the government is trying to get it torn down?

[@kevinrobinson2745]

Yes, another top series upcoming.....will be an avid viewer Lucas. As this might just be my modus.....when things get better. Top Man 👍👍 Rent Hub looks like a great tool

[@ayadalzahron]

Good luck with your search.

[@eleanor4482]

Beautiful city. New to your channel but loving your videos.

[@Rides4Kickz]

Welcome aboard!

[@DaystateFox]

I like the Pratumnak Hill area, agree with you on that condo, common parts great, unit could be better. Looking forward to the next episode.

[@Rides4Kickz]

Yeah, every building or complex has it's good and bad. The final decision will be weighing pros vs cons and the overall value 👍

[@dull_Asian_dad]

Condo building looks awesome , but the unit itself is a bit of a shoe box. I like the condo tours and see what they go for. I see you got a new 360 cam. Looks great!

[@StephenWestrip]

Great idea for a new video series. I will be doing this in the next few years. Obviously prices will change but I imagine the process will not too much. I agree with you about Centric Sea. Nice condominium but that unit was so-so. To my mind it was poorly laid out. It was a difficult shape/layout.

[@willvm394]

Also, it was expensive for the size.

[@dantae666]

Thank you this is most useful

[@rededwards3479]

I would sit at that view(8:33) all week and trade stocks. Beautiful.

[@sergiominguez7257]

nice video ,and good information i rent in abnb is also cheap but is good to get more places to find good condos.

[@krailertf]

I live in BK mostly but do keep a high rise unit for my own use in Jomtien. My buddy also own several rental units at the project called The Atlantis. Jomtien is great, not much traffic, relaxing and short walk to the beach.

[@ka509]

This was enormously beneficial!!! Thx

[@Tobeon2]

Thank you so much for the info. I have been watching your channel for some time. I am a SUBSCRIBER now!! 🥰 Hope you can do something in BKK especially in Asok Station area!!! 😍😍

[@garyharman9331]

Thanks, a great information, and gave a dreams to get away from all the stupidity going on here in the USA. I'm 69 and thinking of moving and retiring to Thailand. Thanks again for your great videos.

[@smalltime5195]

Great idea very interesting..

[@daveepic2525]

Great can,t wait for the next ones. Condo looked nice what a view from the balcony. Like looking down a telescope over pattaya .The eye in the sky..yes seen it Ve doing the camera work again..watch out your job at risk..🤣🤣 Bye4now

[@somluck2813]

The biggest issue I have with condo, especially in tourist areas is the short term rentals. Leases are not allowed to be less than a month, but there appears to be a lack of enforcement by the relevant Jurisdic Person especially in tourist areas. I look at The Base condominium on 2nd Road. There 3 tour buses filled with Chinese tourists in the parking area. I went to the Juristic Person office and noticed signs in Thai, English and Chinese all stating that there is no short term lease. I spoke to a person in the Juristic Person office who confirmed no short term lease agreements. HOWEVER, the person who was in the Juristic Person office suggested that I speak to the lady sitting in lobby (who was decked out in a lot of gold jewellery). The lady was very helpful and confirmed that 1 night, a couple of days etc absolutely no problem. Also, if one looks on Agoda and/or AirBnB, The Base is available for single nights. Living in hotel is fine for a holiday, with the loud conversation and people enjoying their holiday. But for those who want a condo for a home, I would really want to know that only yearly leases are available and even better, if the majority of the condo are owner occupied. The other thing I am unsure about, particularly in tourist areas, is the enforcement of the majority Thai beneficial ownership requirement. For example, in a condominium of 100 units, 51 units are required to owned by Thai citizens. The questions I have is who occupies the units, tourists, expats, Thais, single people, families. The condominium is going to be your home. You have to live with your neighbours.

[@Ken-qk1jj]

Well said, as you now pay property tax then just report those who are running illegal hotels. The base etc. Who in their right mind would live there, absolutely full of short term rental. Report to police , local government and agoda etc.

[@mooreaooo5220]

It is not 51 units, it is 51 percent of the sqm

[@liuyi4852]

Thx for the good view of Pattaya condo.

[@robertlombardi5317]

love all the videos great job

[@arthurcrego8297]

Nice joint for sure great video and saleslady is nice on this old coots eyes too.

[@molonlabe9602]

I'd think, given the current circumstances, you should be able to find a palace for $400-$500. Look hard, it's there. Surprised you're moving, I think your current location is prime for that side of the bay.

[@garyfarmer471]

Enjoying this.

[@johnveca2979]

When looking at condos in a place like Patts it's important to focus on where you're going to be spending most of your time, and that would be your unit. The view of the city, the common room, the gym, were indeed very cool and these amenities are a selling point from the agent's perspective, but it shouldn't be a significant variable when making your decision, IMHO. The unit looked good (but lukewarm for sure), and a little small for two people. This condo series looks to be very resourceful. Great vid mi amigo. Chok Dee Khrap. And by the way, hold out for the perfect deal because it's out there.

[@chrisfinn7907]

Besides looking at various Condos you need to ask how much they charge at each unit for 1 unit of electricity and 1 unit of water..

[@Rides4Kickz]

Yes, once I narrow the field down, that will be front and center in the final decision making process.

[@somluck2813]

The cost of electricity and water for condos is the rate charged by the relevant utility provider. I believe for April, May and June, i paid pretty much nothing because the Government provided rebates for electricity as part of Covid measures.

[@chrisfinn7907]

@@somluck2813 The rate varies..it is the Condo landlord / owner who sets the utility price...it should be government rate but like I say the rate is set by the landlord which is why it is one of the first things to check when taking out a lease

[@soidogcowboy3282]

I stayed at centric sea...nice rooms, quieter because it's off the road a bit.

[@macboracay184]

Perfect timing...I'll be there...