Asked by a family of four

“What does a family house with a pool cost to rent?”

My answerShane Ruddle, 20+ years in Pattaya

Roughly ฿40,000 to ฿50,000 a month with a pool, or ฿30,000 to ฿40,000 without.

Most families live in East Pattaya, close to the international schools, with some in Jomtien. Family-sized condos are hard to find, so most end up in a house.

For about ฿20,000 a month in East Pattaya you might get a two- or three-bedroom house, but without a pool.

It's spread out, so plan on a car.

Up to date as of November 2026. Rules in Thailand change often, so check the current position before you act.

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