Many foreigners are
choosing Thailand as their ideal location to retire due to the warm
environment and the favorable cost of living. Many people consider
Pattaya to be a paradise for retired westerners and property
developers have taken advantage of this to build new homes and condos
in and around the town. The real estate market offers options for
those looking for properties to rent. Expatriates and visitors to
Thailand can find different houses both in the central part of the
town as well as the surrounding areas. Several benefits come with
your decision to
rent a house in Jomtien:
Large
expatriate community
Most foreigners
prefer living in locations where they can fit in with the
environment. Jomtien has attracted many foreigners and any westerner
who moves there for the first time will immediately feel at home.
There are many restaurants and bars that are run by foreigners and
they attract large numbers of local and international tourists. The
extensive support network that is available to expatriates makes it
easy for new residents to get the help and advice they need.
Friendly
local community
The local community
in the area is friendly and the people here are used to dealing with
foreigners. Those in the real estate business have extensive
experience when it comes to handling expatriates and their demands.
They are in the best position to find the best housing options for
foreign tenants. Most of the local people speak good English making
it easy to communicate and access services.
Easy access
to essential services
The area offers many
services including private hospitals, international schools and even
English speaking lawyers and other professionals. The lifestyle is
comparable to any cosmopolitan town and visitors are able to access a
wide range of facilities including land and water sporting
facilities. For those who love golf, scuba diving and game fishing,
Pattaya has a lot to offer. A vibrant nightlife complete with
numerous restaurants, bars, nightclubs, cocktail lounges and other
forms of entertainment, is part of the attraction.
Good
transport services
There are many
choices when it comes to transport and you will be able to get around
with ease. Different taxi services from the motorbike taxis, to
Songtow's, these are the pickup trucks, transport visitors from one
location to another. You can also get private buses and hire limos,
or you can choose to rent or purchase a vehicle. Obtaining a Driving
license here is not too difficult and with a good map of the area,
you can soon feel like a local.
However, before you
rent a house, make sure that you contact a reputable agent to aid you
in the house hunting. This will help you to get the best value for
money!
