Long-term housing
❃ Long-term housing
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กำลังหาเช่าคอนโดครับ/ค่ะ
[ kam-lang haa chao khon-do khrap/kha ] -
I am looking for a condo to rent
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สัญญาหกเดือนหรือหนึ่งปีครับ/ค่ะ
[ san-yaa hok duean rue nueng pii khrap/kha ] -
For a 6-month or 1-year contract?
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ค่าเช่าเดือนละเท่าไหร่ครับ/ค่ะ
[ khaa chao duean la thao-rai khrap/kha ] -
How much is the rent per month?
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มัดจำกี่เดือนครับ/ค่ะ
[ mat-jam kii duean khrap/kha ] -
How many months for the deposit?
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รวมค่าส่วนกลางหรือยังครับ/ค่ะ
[ ruam khaa suan-klaang rue yang khrap/kha ] -
Does this include the common fee?
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ค่าไฟหน่วยละเท่าไหร่ครับ/ค่ะ
[ khaa fai nuai la thao-rai khrap/kha ] -
How much is the electricity per unit?
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เรทไฟหลวงหรือเปล่าครับ/ค่ะ
[ ret fai luang rue plao khrap/kha ] -
Is it the government rate for electricity?
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เลี้ยงสัตว์ได้ไหมครับ/ค่ะ
[ liang sat dai mai khrap/kha ] -
Do you allow pets?
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มีเครื่องซักผ้าในห้องไหมครับ/ค่ะ
[ mii khrueang-sak-phaa nai hong mai khrap/kha ] -
Is there a washing machine in the room?
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ขอดูห้องวันนี้ได้ไหมครับ/ค่ะ
[ kho duu hong wan-nii dai mai khrap/kha ] -
Can I view the room today?
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อยู่ใกล้รถไฟฟ้าไหมครับ/ค่ะ
[ yuu klai rot-fai-faa mai khrap/kha ] -
Is it close to the BTS/Skytrain?
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ย้ายเข้าได้เมื่อไหร่ครับ/ค่ะ
[ yaai khao dai muea-rai khrap/kha ] -
When can I move in?
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อยากเซ็นสัญญาครับ/ค่ะ
[ yaak sen san-yaa khrap/kha ] -
I want to sign the contract
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แอร์ต้องล้างครับ/ค่ะ
[ ae tong laang khrap/kha ] -
The aircon needs cleaning
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เดือนหน้าจะย้ายออกครับ/ค่ะ
[ duean naa ja yaai ok khrap/kha ] -
I'm moving out next month
Renting long-term accommodation in Thailand is an incredibly fast and straightforward process compared to Western countries, but it comes with its own unique terminology. Most expats and digital nomads look for a คอนโด (khon-do), short for condominium. Unlike a basic apartment, a Thai condo typically includes access to a swimming pool, a gym, and 24/7 security. When you are hunting for a place, you will tell agents กำลังหาเช่าคอนโด (kam-lang ha chao khon-do - "I am looking to rent a condo"). Standard rental contracts are usually for one year (สัญญาหนึ่งปี - san-ya nueng pi), though 6-month contracts can sometimes be negotiated at a slightly higher monthly rate. Unlike the unfurnished apartments common in Europe, Thai condos are almost always fully furnished; you can literally move in with just your suitcase the day you sign the contract! When discussing the price, ask ค่าเช่าเดือนละเท่าไหร่ (kha chao duean la thao-rai - "How much is the rent per month?"). You must also clarify if the common area fee, or ค่าส่วนกลาง (kha suan-klang), is included in the rent. Before moving in, you will be required to pay the first month's rent plus a security deposit, known as มัดจำ (mat-jam), which is strictly equivalent to two months' rent. Another vital question to ask during the viewing is about the electricity bill. You should ask เรทไฟหลวงหรือเปล่า (ret fai luang rue plao - "Is it the government electricity rate?"). In standard condos, you pay the cheap government rate directly to the electricity authority. However, in older apartments or mansions, the landlord might apply a significant surcharge per unit, which can make your air conditioning bill astronomically high. Knowing these specific terms ensures you find a great home without any hidden financial surprises.
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