Townhouses for Rent in Phuket

What is the minimum rental period in Phuket?: Nearly every long-term listing on this site is a one-year contract, and that is what the rent quoted assumes. Shorter stays are possible on some properties at a higher monthly rate, and anything under 30 days is short-term accommodation, which falls under the Hotel Act and only licensed properties may offer.
How much deposit do I have to pay?: Two months' rent as a security deposit plus the first month in advance is the normal move-in payment on a yearly contract. The deposit is refundable at the end of the term, less anything owed for damage or unpaid bills — get the condition of the property recorded in writing and photographed on the day you move in.
Are utilities included in the rent?: No, water and electricity are billed on top and paid monthly on your meter reading. A house or villa is usually charged at the government rate; a condominium building often charges its own rate, which can be higher. Ask for the actual rate before you sign — on an air-conditioned villa this is a real number, not a rounding error.
Does the tenant pay an agency fee?: No. Our commission is paid by the landlord, so the rent you are quoted is the rent you pay. Anyone asking a tenant for a separate finder's fee on a long-term rental is not working the way this market normally works.

General information, not legal advice — the rules turn on the individual property and your own circumstances. We will introduce you to an independent Thai property lawyer before you commit to anything.