Housing
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Types of Accommodation
Bangkok has a variety of housing options that cater for all income levels. Prices can range from under THB 10,000 to over THB 50,000, depending on a variety of factors, such as size, location, accessibility to public transportation and facilities. Most condominium or apartment units will come furnished (with airconditioners, sofas, bed matress, cupboards etc),
Rental Prices in Bangkok
Monthly rental fees for accommodation in Bangkok may vary based on the following considerations:
- Length of lease
- Facilities
- Proximity to a BTS or MRT station
- Condition and age of the building

THB 5000 +
These rooms may be situated in less popular areas, further away from the BTS or MRT, or minimally furnished with fewer amenities available.
Expected amenities: minimal furniture items, room-only, minimal space
May not include: stove, kitchen, air-conditioning, bed, TV, refrigerator, microwave, parking, shared gym, etc.
Suggested areas:
(1) Room-only (Bare Bones) – On Nut, Ekkamai, Ratchada, Phra Khanong, Victory Monument, Ladprao
(2) Furnished – Bang Na, Bearing, other surburban areas in Bangkok
Remark: The further away from populated areas of Bangkok, the cheaper the rental fee.

THB 10,000 +
Common for studio apartments and condominiums in downtown Bangkok. Rooms are often comfortable and you can find a recently built apartment in this range. Building facilities may include a fitness, sauna, and gym. A simple, minimally furnished room may fall in this range if near the BTS or MRT
Expected amenities: closet, dressing table, bookshelf, bed frame, sofa, small table, small kitchen extension, air-conditioning
May not include: bed, TV, refrigerator, microwave
Suggested areas: Sathorn, Phrom Phong, Ratchada, Ari, Udom Suk, Ladprao, Ekkamai
*At this range, accommodation near the BTS or MRT is recommended for utmost convenience and reduced costs of living

THB 20,000 +
Common for up-scale studio apartment or one-bedroom apartments. Fully furnished and may be situated in downtown Bangkok, closer or within few minutes’ walk to popular BTS or MRT stations. Townhouses further away from town may also fall in this range.
Expected amenities: full furniture set, TV, refrigerator, microwave, kitchen, air-conditioning, washing machine, etc.
Suggested areas:
(1) Apartment/Condominium – Ploen Chit, Asoke, Sukhumvit, Silom, Sathorn, Ari, Ratchada, Phayathai;
(2) Townhouse/House – Chatuchak, Bang Na, Phra Khanong

THB 30,000 +
The greater rental budget, the more furnished, larger, or closer to the BTS or MRT the accommodation is likely to be. You may find properties with multiple rooms in this range. It is also possible to rent out a house in Bangkok’s CBD area.
Expected amenities: full furniture set, TV, refrigerator, microwave, kitchen, air-conditioning, washing machine, and more.
Cost of Living Comparison
Housing rent price
1 bedroom in city center
(1USD ~ 30THB)
$0
$500
$1000
$1500
$2000
$2500
$3000
$3500
$4000
Utilities:
Water & Electricity for 85sqm apartment
Internet (60mbps)
Transport:
Taxi (Start price)
Public transport
Food:
Mid-range meal for 2 people
Inexpensive meal for 1 person
Can I bring my pet to Thailand?
You are allowed to bring dogs/cats into Thailand. As a part of the relocation package, Agoda will cover up to USD 1,000 per pet, up to a maximum of 2 pets.
It is also important to note that housing can also pose some challenges if you have pets, as many rental properties may not allow them.
What voltage and plug shape are used in Thailand?
220-240AC, 50 Hertz
