Golden Triangle Posted September 21, 2016 Share Posted September 21, 2016 I've been thinking of relocating to Chanthaburi, the Mrs family are there and not getting any younger, I know the area generally but not all that well, anyhow, I'm interested in a 2 or 3 bed house, fully furnished, similar to what I have now, does anyone know of places for rent and what sort of prices that they may be asking ? I have tried Google but to no avail, any help appreciated as to sites to visit etc to find them. I do know that from past experience that there aren't too many Westerners there, my visits to Tesco, Big C & Robinsons have confirmed this, but the empty beaches, cheap restaurants and the like make me think it could be worth it. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thanyaburi Mac Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 Do a Google for: chanthaburi real estate offices A number of hits pop up. Next time you're down there (or ask the wife's relatives to check) go hit the Land Department for the area, there's often ads for agents posted around. Mac Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim207 Posted September 22, 2016 Share Posted September 22, 2016 Since there are not many farang around things are done a little different than you might be used to. Mostly it is word of mouth. Find an area you are interested in then ask around. That will give the best results. For a general idea of prices, although extremely limited options, look here http://www.ddproperty.com/en/property-for-rent?region_code=TH22&market=residential Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gomangosteen Posted September 23, 2016 Share Posted September 23, 2016 Where in Chanthaburi province are you aiming for? We've been 15km from Chan city since 2011; as others have said, ask around there's very little in the way of formal advertisement for rentals. Fully furnished is less common in my exp. Chan's not for everyone, seen many come here and leave due to isolation, lack of English speakers, English signs - often in Thai script only. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Triangle Posted September 24, 2016 Author Share Posted September 24, 2016 Thanks for the helpful replies, been going to Chanthaburi on and off for about 5 years, when I'm next there I will ask around and ask the family, somewhere near the beach in Lam Singh (spl) would be my ideal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim207 Posted September 26, 2016 Share Posted September 26, 2016 (edited) What you do is stop by the little mom and pop convenience stores. Make a small purchase and casually ask if they know of any places for rent. These stores are the neighborhood information hub. Everybody stops in and shares gossip. Don't be surprised if they check with the owners of vacant houses to see if they are interested in renting it out. This could be done just to help out a neighbor or to get a commision, but they usually enjoy doing it. If they show no interest, try another shop. Just casually let people know you have an interest and if there is something available they will come to you. Basically, you don't look for places, you just let people know you are looking and they will look for you. Be wary of the families help. They may be great people but they may have a different agenda than you and try to steer you to something that they prefer rather than what is best for you. Edited September 26, 2016 by Tim207 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lloydmoser Posted October 1, 2016 Share Posted October 1, 2016 Thanks for the information.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amjamj Posted December 23, 2016 Share Posted December 23, 2016 Hello, can you tell me what is the cheapest room/house that you found at Chanthaburi ? I won't be there full time but like to have my own place, so please tell me if you have info. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim207 Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 Depends if you want in town or not. In town for a small room about 3000. Depending how far from town could go down to 1000. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STRED Posted January 18, 2017 Share Posted January 18, 2017 Hi, I am new here. But I am not new to Chantaburi. I used to live in Ta Mai, district close to Chantaburi city for short period. Chantaburi is place for everyone who like sea, fruit (Durian, Mangosteen and etc, jewelry ( in City) But it is quiet place mostly. There are some good resorts - Lam Singh which you can stay for months among local people. Safety is one matter that you should care for yourself. There are a lot of tourist places which not like Pattaya, but unique. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gomangosteen Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 ^ hi, we first visited Tha Mai late 2010, and moved here March 2011 having decided Chan city wasn't for us. Ideal location, half way between city and coast, approx 9000 population (?), wife works near Noen Sung (reason we moved to Chan) so either location was an option; and after first two years we moved from central TM to a house about 1km from the clocktower, handy enough but gave us some more space. Seen a few foreigners come and go, the lack of western services puts them off. Suits me fine, fantastic cycling region, quiet beaches and easy trip to Suvarnabhumi as I work out of Thailand at times Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gomangosteen Posted January 21, 2017 Share Posted January 21, 2017 (edited) One for STRED ^^ the Tha Mai clock tower this morning Needs a repaint Edited January 21, 2017 by gomangosteen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amjamj Posted January 23, 2017 Share Posted January 23, 2017 Anybody else renting a house ? For how much ? Thanks for replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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