Need condo rental info

[jobin]

Will be coming to CM soon to search out a place to rent, can even try one year deal if price good. And location suitable.
So i will be grateful for any ideas on how to negociate a rental pact, if paperwork not in English. Or even how to locate a good place if can't read local ads. Probably will be walking around the area looking for signs, bulletin boards, that sort of thing and avoiding agents.
What's the norm as far as deposit, advance monies, etc? What to look for when inspecting flat? Can i expect an unfurnished condo, ever? Would prefer no stuff except A/C, refrig, cooker unit. Is security a prime issue? Size of building or number of aliens (white guys like me) any thing to consider? This would be in the city, just north of moat, at Chang Puek?? gate area, and near the Univ along that road.
All info welcome.

[beau thai]

You may choose not to use an agent, but you can trawl their websites for nothing to filter out what you dont want and get some ideas about going rates. Then if you can beat them when you are here, go for it. You dont say what your budget is - only 'if price is good'? And you ask ' how to locate a good place' - that has so many different definitions for different folk.

If you dont use an agent be prepared to hassle a recalcitrant landlord if you have problems.

It would be normal to pay 2 months rent as deposit (against damage etc) - which may be more recoverable through a reputable agent. And a month' rent when you move in. And paper work can be in English so you know what you have signed.

It would be unusual I think to get a/c, fridge and cooker but no bed, cupboards or sofa - which is what you are asking for. Not sure why you would want to buy a bed but up to you.

As a starter you could trawl websites for Perfect Homes and BuyinChiangmai (rentals despite the name) - I have found both to be professional and dynamic, -despite all the criticism that real estate agents get in every country. They exist of course because many people choose to use them But you may not...

[Konini]

When we were looking earlier this year we found Ping Properties who were great - 3 sisters set it up and own it.

Highly recommended for anyone looking for condo or house rentals, can't comment on buying and selling but they were all really nice and very helpful.

[AnotherOneAmerican]

There is a whole lot of condos in the road behind Nakornping Residence, just off Huay Keow Road.

Right beside Chang Puak and Santhitham.

They have air-con, and cost about 3,300bht per month, on monthly rental.

You might need to give it a coat of paint if you're fussy, but otherwise pretty good.

A great area to live, residential roads very quiet, but bars, malls and entertainment all within walking distance.

Expect to buy a fridge, Tv and mattress (there is usually a mattress provided but you don't want to sleep on that).

Great location, views of the mountains, why pay more?

The managers usually speak English.

I have a pal living in one at this moment, m/c parking, whole 3rd floor reserved for foreigners, they have spaces.

English websites and agents!

Good god, you guys must have money to burn.