Rent an apartments in Phuket
Apartment rentals on Phuket are accommodation in condominiums and apartment complexes — from compact studios to multi‑room beachfront options. Popular areas fall into three price tiers. The most expensive is the west coast: Bang Tao and Layan with new resort complexes, Kata and Karon with apartments within walking distance of the sea. The mid‑range level is Nai Yang and Nai Thon near the airport, where a one‑bedroom apartment starts from 30,000 ฿. The most affordable are the south and east: in Rawai and Nai Harn, a studio averages 12,000–14,000 ฿ on an annual contract, while Patong and Phuket Town hold the market's lower bound. Demand is seasonal: from November to April, occupancy in complexes stays at 80–90%, dropping to 40–55% from May to October, and during the green season owners are more open to negotiation.
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Studio 32 m² in Sea Heaven Garden, Nai Thon — 1 minute to the beach
Studio 32 m² in the Sea Heaven Garden complex, Nai Thon
The same apartment costs different amounts depending on the term: monthly rental is 20–40% more expensive than an annual contract. The table shows both rates, so the difference is visible before negotiations.
| Property type | Size | Annual contract | Monthly | Best suited for | What to check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 22–35 m² | 7,000 – 15,000 ฿ | 8,400 – 21,000 ฿ | Single person, remote work, first season on the island | Whether there is a desk and where the air conditioner is located: in a single room, it determines whether you can sleep and work at the same time |
| 1‑bedroom apartment | 30–50 m² | 15,000 – 50,000 ฿ | 18,000 – 70,000 ฿ | Couple or a single person with frequent guests | Whether the bedroom is separated by a real door rather than a partition: in listings, this format is often confused with a studio |
| 2‑bedroom apartment | 40–80 m² | from 44,500 ฿ | from 53,400 ฿ | Family with a child or two adults living separately | Number of bathrooms: with two bedrooms, there are usually two, but in older projects there may be only one |
| Beachfront apartment | from 32 m² | 67,000 – 75,000 ฿ | 80,400 – 105,000 ฿ | Those for whom proximity to the water matters more than square footage | Actual walking time to the beach: "100 meters" on the map and climbing up a slope are not the same thing |
| 3‑bedroom apartment | from 80 m² | Upon request — few options available, price closer to a villa without a pool | Rarely rented monthly | Large families and those living on the island permanently | Compare with a villa in the same budget: for the same money, you can often get your own pool and plot of land |
| Duplex or penthouse | from 100 m² | Very few listings, only long‑term | Not available | Long‑term living with a high budget | Such properties are almost never published publicly — they need to be searched for directly through an agency |
Annual contract rates are based on market listings and properties in our database as of August 2026. Monthly rates are calculated as the annual rate plus a typical 20–40% premium; the exact amount is negotiated with the owner.
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Condominium, condo‑hotel, and serviced apartments
A condominium and a condo‑hotel are not the same thing, even though they look identical. In a condominium, you rent an apartment from a private owner: they are responsible for the furniture and appliances, you pay utilities by meter, and you live according to the building's rules. In a condo‑hotel, the units are managed by an operator, the rate includes cleaning, linen changes, and a reception desk, and check‑in is handled like a hotel. The third format is serviced apartments — they fall somewhere in between in terms of price and services. For the same square footage, a condo‑hotel is more expensive than a condominium, and the difference comes from the service, not from the space itself: comparing these formats by price per square meter is meaningless.
Additional costs
The maintenance fee for the complex is calculated per square meter per month. In regular projects in Phuket Town and in older buildings, this is 30–80 ฿ per m²; in branded residences in Cherngtalay and Bang Tao, it is 120–150 ฿. On a 50 m² apartment, the difference between these extremes is 3,500 ฿ per month — comparable to half the rent of a studio in Patong. Formally, the fee is paid by the owner, but in lease agreements it is regularly passed on to the tenant: this item should be checked before signing, not upon receiving the first bill.
Upon check‑in, three months' worth of payments are usually required upfront: a deposit equivalent to two months' rent plus one month in advance. For a 15,000 ฿ apartment, that is 45,000 ฿ before you receive the keys. Some complexes add a key‑card deposit and a one‑time move‑in fee. The deposit is refunded after move‑out, less any damages and unpaid bills, and its amount is the most contentious point when moving out: take photos of the apartment and meter readings on the day of check‑in.
Furniture and appliances are almost always included on Phuket, but internet generally is not: connection and payment are usually left to the tenant. Check separately what is included in the rate — in listings, the phrase "fully furnished" can mean everything from a full set of kitchenware to bare walls with a wardrobe.
The lease agreement: term and what it changes
Long‑term rental is the main format here: most owners agree to a term of six months or more, and month‑to‑month offers are not available for every property. Before overpaying for flexibility, find out the penalty for early termination under a one‑year contract — sometimes it is more cost‑effective to sign for a year and leave early than to pay a monthly rate for the entire term.
Building rules
In condominiums, the rules are written and vary: some prohibit pets, some limit the number of overnight guests, some do not allow drying laundry on the balcony or using the pool after 10 p.m. The management company has the right to fine for violations, and the tenant pays. Request the building's rules before signing — they are available in English and are not usually attached to the contract by default.