Chiang Mai Condo on a Budget! Only $38,000!
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- čas přidán 28. 08. 2024
- Ever dreamed of living in amazing Thailand for super cheap? In this video, we head back to the famous Angket Pavilion with local expert Fran to check out AWESOME budget studio condos for rent AND sale! That's right, you could be living in Chiang Mai with your own sweet space without breaking the bank!
Fran shows us around different studio options, including some that haven't been updated yet and some that are sparkling new! This way, you can find the perfect spot that fits your style and budget. Whether you're a digital nomad, a backpacker, or just looking for a sweet new place in Chiang Mai, this video is a MUST-WATCH!
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You can watch the vlog I done on the bigger rooms here - czcams.com/video/EIgdRITgrEU/video.html
have seen good video
THE RENOVATION WORK SOUNDS FIRST CLASS!
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As a another vlogger said "The older condos were made of solid walls" rather than plaster, so noise is low from adjoining rooms. New condos can be noisy.
100% Steve, I've been in a few newer ones lately and the walls are like paper. This place looks solid.
My worst nightmare would be thin walls. I've heard some bad stuff about the new ones as well like you could hear your neighbour flush the toilet in D Condo, or something.
Good variety of apartments & great pricing . Fran has done a nice job with everything so far , It will look great when it’s all completed - Thanks WW 🤠✌️✔️👋👍
Hopefully I'll go back in 6 months and see how things are doing. It's a really good project. Cheers mate.
The renovated one overlooking the paddy fields and mountains for 1.5 million is my choice for sure. That is only around 60K Oz. Amazing value. Cheers Wayne and Fran 🤩
Yes mate, I could wake up to that view every morning. It's a great project Fran has here and the rooms are dirt cheap. Thanks buddy.
A few wall units in the kichen & Bob's your Uncle..Nice one Wayne.Thanks.
Would be a Bobby Dazzler mate. Cheers buddy.
The last studio is brilliant. I would swap the bed and lounge location.
I liked that last one also. Yes, I would do the same, swap it around.
I would have the kitchen at the entrance, then the bed, and the sitting area at the balcony.
Yes, I think I would do that also.
Due to the smell of dried fish, shrimp paste and fish sauce….A lot of times Asian owners will put the kitchen close to the balcony or even on it. Vent’s in the kitchen are often connect to other units, they are not always vented directly outside….
Touching down Wayne! Hello Fran! The finished studio apt is very nicely done. Fran is a good ambassador for the project. Lots of options when you can get in on a basically, "ground floor" opportunity. Nice accents on the last renovated studio! Think the correct term is "aesthetics" rather than "cosmetics." Good video Wayne! Stay safe and healthy
Thank you Walt 🙏🙏
@@WalkAboutWayne You're welcome
Good luck in the final Sunday (or Monday for you) should be a good one. I personally would only rent the one with the balcony outside, that ability to get outside of a relatively small living space makes a big difference. I think I would get claustrophobic without it.
Nice one Dan! Bring on Sunday 🏴🏴
Great video Wayne, those rooms are a bargain either buying or renting, and would be an excellent investment if buying. A room there would make a great home base if nothing else! Fran is an amazing lady. I enjoy these apartment /condo hunting adventures. I hope you find one that suits your needs too! Thanks Wayne, take it easy!
Thanks! Yes, these rooms would be ideal for a base or just somewhere cheap to live. Fran I s a great lady and I enjoyed having a look around the place. Take it easy, thanks again.
Fascinating, thanks Wayne and Fran. You can usually count on Koreans to find the best deal around.
At 9:15 the scene from Fawlty Towers with the hotel inspector did spring to mind.
Haha I live a bit of Faulty Towers. I think I seen online they was bringing it back or something.
@@WalkAboutWayne Indeed, the best situation comedy ever made! I can't imagine anything today coming close. The "Two Dead Pigeons in the water tank" bit was what came to mind
That view !!! Who would get depression ? Noone
It’s a great view , yes 👍
What a great idea to save these old buildings and giving people the chance to do what they like with their new apartment's.
Yes, I agree. I think it’s a great project.
Fran absolutly has command of the English language...Ive never seen her or any other vlog with you and her....but I could do business with her for that reason.alone.
How nice of you to say.. Thank you🙏
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a little convenience store with an ATM would work nice there. Hire two locals and get a business visa 🙂 great price on that condo
I agree mate, a small shop here could be a winner. 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne We have a project on the works.. planning to transform the swimming pool area to a beautiful garden with trees with lights that can light up like a Christmas tree, we will have offices and coffee shops, bars, vending machines and even a stage for live bands. This is my vision and under process..
I consider buying a Condo in Chiangmai or around north of Thailand. We’re having a housing crisis in Australia and even a small apartment is unaffordable to most in Australia
I know the feeling, it's the same in the UK. I'll be looking at buying a condo in Thailand in the future.
Great content again Wayne💯 what is the weather like in chang mai November does it get cold?
Thank you! It will be cooler in November but not cold.
Knocking out that wall to make a double - then make what would be the kitchen on one side into a little balcony, and a touch of reorganising the layout. That could make a nice apartment.
you bet 😉
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Looks internally like an old soviet public building not a bad thing just the style is interesting it doesn’t have a Thai feel at all again not a bad thing.
Soviet brutalist architecture was built to last. It's a good foundation to renovate upon.
Yeah it does have a different old style feel to it. The place looks built to last .
So what are the other cost after you pay the $38,000 ? Like insurance, maintenance fees, security, water, electric, water, Internet, garbage pich up and roof repair?
I think she did mention , not sure if it was this video or another one I did here. The fees are peanuts , not a lot.
They are really interesting🤩👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Yes, it’s a very interesting project.
The new renovated studios are very pleasing and affordable but like you said, my main issue is the building being very old. I wouldn't want to move in and I'm constantly hearing construction work being done, thats another issue.
Hi, The construction is not everyday but when there's some work to be done it's only during certain hours of the day. Actually lots of expats live in this building and very happy. Main value is that when you buy cheap you have room to grow in value and have a nice ROI for yourself. 🙂
Can you tell me the % of expats living there now fran?@Franfreshstartchiangmai
@@thehammer3340 The whole building occupancy is a bit less than 60%. Out of that I would say about half.
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Looks like a handyman’s dream . The selling price , rent’s seem pretty reasonable. Can buy and flip it I guess too . When are you moving in mate ?
Yes mate, it's a good project. I was very tempted.
Excellent as always Wayne be safe man be safe
Thank you buddy 🙏
Great video again Wayne and very informative as always. What I'd like to point out that you might have missed is what would the cleaning, maintenance/upkeep costs be for that massive building and also utility rates are they Government priced or different. Thanks mate. 👍
Thank Sandro! Fran, will get back to this comment and answer these questions. 👍
The electric is based on govt fee. Water is 150 baht per month, maintenance of the condo is 500 bath per month.🙂
Another Bobby Dazzler! Planning my trip to Thailand...do I land in Bangkok or Chiang Mai? It's hard for me to decide. I'm planning to go to Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Hua Hin, Pattaya. Any suggestions on where to start?
Also doing this for 14-18 days this October...I guess I'm going to make you a Bobby Dazzler T-shirt :)
Hey! If you plan to move around, Bangkok would probably be the best starting point. Maybe do all the places down that way then head to Chiang Mai. That's what I would do. Or, you can get a direct flight from Hua Hin. Maybe fly into BKK, then head to Hua Hin, then fly to Chiang Mai and then back down to Pattaya. Lot's of options. I'm sure you'll find what works for you. Haha I'll look out for the Bobby Dazzler shirt.
What a good price Wayne and reasonable price
Yes mate, they look great when renovated.
You should rename your channel….Walk-About Wayne & Fran…😂…you’ve been very kind to help her.
Haha! I’m I’ve enjoyed the 3 videos we done, she’s a good woman.
Good value rooms a nice swimming pool with some shaddy cover to sit under would make the building nice they always give off a good vibe.
Yes Box, a swimming pool will
Make all the difference. It’s a good project 👍
Be good to change round the condo so where the kitchen / bathroom is change to living room to get the amazing views from the window whilst chillin on the sofa watching a movie.
Yes, I would probably do the same Andy.
I was planning to visit thailand last week for hiking I was scared so I go to hongkong❤I did a 6days row trail and hike new subscribers here from ph
Don't be scared, you would love Chiang Mai, especially for hiking. Thank you for joining the channel and welcome. 🙏
Thanks for this one.
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I miss the balcony.... very necessary to contemplating that view.
Yes, a balcony would make that view better.
Hi Wayne, Dont think my first comment got posted? I'm going to be in Chang mai in a few days, interested renting this, and am a cash buyer interested buying the first one to renovate myslf, Ive been in Construction my whole life
Hey Barry, that's great. All Fran’s contact details are in the description.
Although i could do most of the renos..how much does the reno cost approx if they do it?..not sure if you mentioned it in the Video..Cheers..
Just the renovation without furnitures should be in the range of 150,000-200,000 baht per unit.
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@@Franfreshstartchiangmai Thanx..
@@elroncupboard2918 approx 150-200k bath
NICE WAYNE!
Nice one mate 👍
Wayne, is Thai marriage /or/ Thai citizenship required for purchase? Thanks
No mate, it’s possible for foreigners to purchase condos .
Not sure if the postage stamp view, construction noise, minimal amenities and distance from shops is worth 1 million plus the costs of renovation. Can we go back for another look in a few months?
Really? wow! This view is great compared to most I've seen, and 2 of the cities best shopping centers are not far. I agree on the noise though. Yes, I'll hope to go back in maybe 6 months and see what's happening. Thanks.
Looks a nice place...
Yes, it’s a great project.
Your Vlogs are great Wayne i have gleaned lots of info from past posts which have been a great help but this! Its way over priced as you can buy a brand new 2 bedroom single storey house out towards Doi Saket - Bo Sang for 1.5 million. fully furnished and 50s+ sq mtrs
Thanks James, I appreciate it mate. It’s easy to find houses and stuff cheaper or similar though mate, I see them all the time, just depends what you want. Some people want that condo life, next to malls and shopping centers or certain types of living. Price not bad. Those houses are the cheapest of the cheap quality too mate. Cheers buddy.
Reckon you might have found your new abode mate. A balcony would be nice to soak up that view. How are they going to grow plants without sunlight?🌝
@@randyirvine5858 Not the right area for me mate, but great deals, especially when it's all done and new swimming pool. Big C and Central Festival just up the road too. Was the balcony shaded? I can't remember nothing mate. I think it get's some in the afternoon.
If I buy a condo, and I don't have a work visa or education visa or retirement visa, am I stuck to just doing tourist visa and occupying my apartment at most 4-6 months a year?
Or rent it out I guess 👍
Come on England it's coming home 🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴👏👏👏
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The value for the money compared to the Philippines…..Condos start in the Philippines….Less than 20sqm. In Sta Rosa Laguna you are looking at 1.4-2.5 million php= 25-40Kusd (24-30sqm). It’s also important for Western buyers to ask direct questions on what’s including in that space…Some times sellers including balcony space in the advertised size. Also the balcony may not be useable….The AC units may take up the entire space.
Yes, you would always do most of those things on the viewing. It would have to be a really small balcony for the AC to take up the space in Thailand. Cheers.
@@WalkAboutWayne Yes, Thailand Condo’s tend to be larger less of an issue. Philippines, sometimes there is no actual balcony. Just the ability to open the door and directive bars. Just comparing…..The Balcony space in the West can’t be included in livable space. So Western viewers may not know they need to ask very direct questions.
Wow thats a deal
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i would look at where the sun coming up is it exposed to the afternoon sun
In order to block the sun, I use blinds..
I get morning sun at my place, I do prefer that as I can dry my washing early. But as Fran mentioned, afternoon sun wouldn't be to much of a problem in this place.
The studio’s looked good…. Would be okay if you’re just going to rent for a few or 6 months…. To small for me though….i would need a place for living a long time..12 months+…. I still really like the one on the 2nd floor with huge balcony….and 2 bedrooms…
That condo is ready to move in now. I'll do a separate vlog on that soon. Check out my page 😉
Nice one mate 👍
Are you on the road yet?
No buddy, still in the city of dreams.
What is, or will be, the monthly service charge?
500 Baht, I do believe.
Be very careful "buying" in an old apartment building, you could be up for a share of building maintenance over time.
I dunno about that. It's something you would discuss before buying anywhere though 👍
$230 would be perfect!
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Great video
Thanks
I can't understand why people charge more for a shorter lease . It's all money in the pot .
because to find new tenant takes time and time is money 😉
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good luck
Have a safe flight
So Chiang Mai isn't really cheaper than Bangkok anymore?
Don’t know, I’ve never lived in Bangkok.
it would be great if you could get two next to each other for $40k to reno.
That would be good. I’m sure there would be sone sort of deal on 2.
For that price you can get 1 unit of 38 SQM. 😊
Don’t forget the burning season Wayne
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Just be aware any condo in Thailand is difficult too resell. It’s not like the market in western countries , you could be stuck got years of life!.
if you buy expensive, I agree with you. but if its good price, lots of buyers.
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I'm on my way to Chang mai, will be there in a few days, I'm interested renting, and I've been in construction all my life, Interested in the first one to buy
Wayne….. ya should buy one mate, don’t think you’d find better for that price.
I really liked them mate, especially the ones with the tic field view. Something in my price range too.
Did she give the price to reno the studio?
yes I did . after reno is 1.3M baht
@Franfreshstartchiangmai Okay, thank you. I misunderstood.
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Looks a bit expensive for a stripped flat. 7-800,000 thb
Can’t grumble for 16grand really. Coffee money.
Those are cool, I would take the area with the sofa and install a Murphy bed that folds into the wall and becomes a work space/desk during the day, that would leave heaps of space for a living room with a big L shaped couch and a good kitchen table Sweet deal How much will the HOA fee be?
Hi there, I can answer that for you. The condo fee ( maintenance of the building ie, elevator, electric, common ground, etc) is 500 baht per month and 150 baht for water per month as well.
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not sure its a good idea to rent in Chiang Mai for 12 months when you can only stay for 8 months due to bad air pollution other times
🤣🤣 Why can you only stay 8 months?? Lots of people live here as normal during burning.
@@WalkAboutWayne i live in Chiang Rai and its not easy to live normal life with the bad air pollution , best to wear a good mask outside or stay inside with windows and doors shut with an air purifier , or take you chance and breath the smoke 😥
Nice views at the moment in 5 to ten years time maybe another condo build will ruin that !!!
Same everywhere though.
Even with the so called renovation, still no
Good for you
750k bht 20k IS NOT CHEAP WAINE😂😂❤🤦♀️
Dirt cheap buddy . Coffee money 👍
depressing, no
I wouldn’t go that far
Not worth the investment in that location
Nothing wrong with the location but I agree, you would need to look into a lot of things . Cheers
Actually this location is the main reason why I invested. The USA consul is being built here ( invested billions of USD already) which will finish this coming Sept. And then there is 3 international School just 10 min away and Payap University ( biggest private univ in Chiang Mai) only 500 meters from here, BKK hospital, Central Festival, Big C and Index few hundred meters. Also new International School will be built soon just behind this building. So this means lots of expats will be coming to this area and demands create rise in price. So for investment purpose, it's perfect. Not to mention, we are working on transforming this AP condo with new facilities..🙂
If your renting the rooms the price for 1 year is OK. If your buying the room with the view of the rice field, the extra money for the view doesn't seem worth it. Overall are they a good deal, at this stage I don't think so. She is talking about a lot of improvements she wants to do to such a old building, and she is still looking for investors, which she may or not ever get. The rooms the way she has renovated them is OK but really nothing special.
Views always cost more though, same everywhere. I would say this old building is a lot better then most of the newer ones also. I agree the future of the building would be something to think about. Not sure the rooms are meant to be special, just good value for money. Cheers 👍
@@WalkAboutWayne Sure you pay for the view, though the way the rooms are laied out, unless your washing dishes you hardly see the view. From the bed or the couch there is no real view!! When I said the rooms are nothing special, well for 1.3 million in Chiangmai you would expect better than average, which they aren't.
@@glenloader639 I disagree, but that's cool. Everyone will have their opinions. I wouldn't expect much different in Chiang Mai and I've looked at loads, from condos to houses. They all have different pros and cons at this price range. Thanks 🙏
not worth any money
Course it is