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Best Areas to Rent a Condo in Pattaya

Sea views and short commutes to the beach, at rents well below Bangkok

Updated June 30, 2026·5 picks

Two hours from Bangkok, Pattaya has become a serious option for renters who want sea views and beach access without Bangkok prices. A furnished one-bedroom can run from around 10,000 THB on the value end up to 30,000+ THB for a premium sea-view unit. Here's how the main rental areas compare.

In this guide

  1. 1Jomtien
  2. 2Pratumnak Hill
  3. 3Central Pattaya
  4. 4Wongamat – Naklua
  5. 5Na Jomtien
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Jomtien

Pattaya's best-value rental beach. Jomtien's long beachfront and dense condo supply keep rents competitive, and a direct beach road puts you steps from the sand. Popular with long-stay retirees and renters who want space without central Pattaya's nightlife noise.

  • Furnished 1-bed: 10,000–18,000 THB/month
  • Long beachfront with abundant condo supply
  • Quieter than central Pattaya, popular with retirees
  • Supermarkets and clinics within easy reach
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Pratumnak Hill

The upscale, quiet choice between Pattaya and Jomtien. Leafy streets, boutique beaches, and newer buildings make Pratumnak popular with renters who want a premium feel without the density of central Pattaya — at a rent premium over Jomtien but still well below Bangkok's Sukhumvit.

  • Furnished 1-bed: 14,000–24,000 THB/month
  • Quiet, leafy, upscale hillside setting
  • Newer buildings with sea-view options
  • Minutes to both Pattaya and Jomtien beaches
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Central Pattaya

For renters who want to be in the middle of everything. Central Pattaya puts Beach Road, Central Festival mall, and the city's restaurants and nightlife at your doorstep. Rents run a bit higher for the convenience, and buildings range from budget older stock to modern high-rises.

  • Furnished 1-bed: 12,000–22,000 THB/month
  • On or near Beach Road and Central Festival mall
  • Widest choice of restaurants, bars, and nightlife
  • Mix of budget older buildings and modern towers
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Wongamat – Naklua

North Pattaya's quieter, more upscale beachfront. Wongamat and Naklua offer some of the area's newest sea-view towers with a more residential feel, while staying a short ride from Terminal 21 and central Pattaya's dining.

  • Furnished 1-bed: 15,000–28,000 THB/month
  • Newer sea-view towers, more residential feel
  • Short ride to Terminal 21 Pattaya
  • Quieter than central Pattaya, still close to amenities
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Na Jomtien

South of Jomtien, Na Jomtien is Pattaya's emerging quiet-beach rental option. Newer low-rise developments, a real (less commercial) beach, and lower rents attract renters who don't need to be near central Pattaya day to day but still want a short drive in when they do.

  • Furnished 1-bed: 9,000–15,000 THB/month
  • Quieter, less commercial beach than central Jomtien
  • Newer low-rise condo developments
  • 15–20 minutes' drive to central Pattaya
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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a condo in Pattaya?

Furnished one-bedroom condos typically range from about 9,000–15,000 THB/month in quieter areas like Na Jomtien to 15,000–28,000 THB in premium spots like Wongamat and Pratumnak Hill. Studios are cheaper, and short-term/monthly rentals carry a premium over 12-month leases.

What deposit is standard for renting in Pattaya?

The same national norm applies: two months' rent as a security deposit plus one month in advance, on a standard 12-month lease. Some condos offer shorter minimum stays at a higher monthly rate.

Is Pattaya a good base for renters who don't drive?

Central Pattaya, Jomtien, and Wongamat are walkable to beaches, malls, and restaurants, and songthaew (shared taxi) routes cover the main roads cheaply. Quieter areas like Na Jomtien are more comfortable with a car or motorbike.

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