Guide: How to Find Housing in Phuket - Tips & Resources

## Where to Find Housing in Phuket ### Online Platforms - **Facebook Groups:** "Phuket Buy Sell Rent," "Expats in Phuket," "Phuket Rental Properties" - **Thai Property Sites:** DDProperty, Bahtang, Thai Property, Hipflat - **International Sites:** Expatsbuddy, Airbnb (long-term), Booking.com (monthly rates) - **Classified Sites:** Craigslist Bangkok, ThaiVisa Classifieds ### Local Methods - **Property Agents:** Visit local real estate offices in your preferred area - **Walk Around:** Look for "For Rent" signs in neighborhoods you like - **Expat Cafes/Coworking Spaces:** Ask staff and other expats for recommendations - **Local Contacts:** Hotel staff, restaurant owners often know available properties ## How to Find Housing: Step-by-Step ### 1. Choose Your Area Popular expat areas: Patong (nightlife, busy), Kata/Karon (beaches, relaxed), Rawai/Nai Harn (quiet, family-friendly), Bang Tao/Laguna (upscale), Chalong (central), Phuket Town (authentic, cheaper) ### 2. Set Your Budget Studio/1BR: 8,000-25,000 THB/month | 2BR Condo: 15,000-40,000 THB/month | House/Villa: 25,000-100,000+ THB/month ### 3. Start Your Search Join Facebook groups, contact 3-5 property agents, use multiple listing websites, visit Phuket if possible ### 4. Viewing Properties Check water pressure, AC units, WiFi speed, look for mold, test appliances, check proximity to amenities ### 5. Negotiate & Sign Most landlords expect 2 months deposit + 1 month advance. Get everything in writing with Thai AND English contract. ## Pro Tips ✓ Best Time: April-May (low season) ✓ Avoid tourist areas for better prices ✓ Rent long-term to negotiate ✓ Ask about utilities ✓ Consider transportation ## Red Flags ⚠ Full year payment upfront ⚠ No contract ⚠ Too cheap ⚠ Won't show in person Fellow expats: Add your recommendations in comments!