The question everyone asks before moving to Phuket: what does rent actually cost? Not the Airbnb price. Not the tourist rate. The real long-term rental price a resident pays.
These are 2026 long-term rental prices (minimum 6-month contracts) across all 8 expat areas of Phuket, drawn from current market listings and verified by Phuket Expat Guide's network of residents and agents. All prices are in Thai Baht (THB) per month, furnished.
| Area | Studio / 1-Bed | 2-Bed Condo | 2-Bed Villa | 3-Bed Villa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawai & Nai Harn | 15,000–22,000 | 22,000–38,000 | 28,000–55,000 | 45,000–90,000 |
| Bang Tao & Laguna | 20,000–35,000 | 30,000–55,000 | 40,000–80,000 | 60,000–150,000 |
| Phuket Town | 8,000–15,000 | 14,000–24,000 | 18,000–35,000 | 30,000–55,000 |
| Patong | 15,000–28,000 | 25,000–45,000 | 30,000–60,000 | 50,000–100,000 |
| Kata & Karon | 14,000–22,000 | 20,000–38,000 | 28,000–55,000 | 45,000–85,000 |
| Kamala | 15,000–25,000 | 22,000–42,000 | 32,000–65,000 | 50,000–110,000 |
| Chalong | 12,000–20,000 | 18,000–32,000 | 22,000–45,000 | 38,000–70,000 |
| Surin & Cherng Talay | 18,000–32,000 | 28,000–55,000 | 45,000–90,000 | 70,000–200,000+ |
All prices: THB/month, furnished, long-term contract (6–12 months). Utilities (electricity, water) are billed separately and typically add ฿1,500–฿5,000/month depending on air-con usage. Last updated: March 2026.
Add rent to food, transport, utilities, and healthcare insurance — and see your real monthly cost.
Open the Cost Calculator →Best for: families, retirees, community life. Seafood market, Nai Harn beach, quiet streets.
Full area guide →Best for: budget-conscious expats, culture lovers, walkable urban lifestyle.
Full area guide →Best for: Muay Thai, cycling, practical expat living. Tiger Muay Thai, Big Buddha.
Full area guide →Best for: families with BISP, golf, long beach, Laguna resort complex.
Full area guide →Best for: surfers, younger expats. Kata beach, quieter than Patong.
Full area guide →Best for: villa lifestyle, Boat Avenue, Blue Tree. Twinpalms-class living.
Full area guide →Thai "fully furnished" means: beds, mattresses, wardrobes, sofa, dining table, TV (sometimes), air conditioning, hot water shower, and a basic kitchen setup. It does not always include: a washing machine (ask), coffee maker, full kitchen utensils, or a working oven (many Thai kitchens have a rice cooker and microwave, no oven). Clarify what's included before signing.
Thailand's electricity is charged at government residential rates (approximately ฿4–5/unit at source), but many landlords in condos and apartments charge 6–8 THB/unit, which they're technically allowed to do as a building resale. In villas, you typically pay direct at the rate on your metre. Running two air-conditioning units 8 hours/day in Phuket adds approximately ฿3,000–฿6,000 to your monthly bill.
Read our detailed guide to every expat area in Phuket — beaches, amenities, schools, pros and cons.
View Full Housing Guide →Related Guides: Full Housing Hub · Rawai & Nai Harn · Chalong · Bang Tao · Phuket Town · Cost of Living Guide
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