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Naklua, Pattaya: Neighborhood Guide for Expats

Quiet northern end with a fishing village core. Wongamat Beach, seafood restaurants, and older expat crowd.

Commute to Center

12 min

songthaew

Safety Rating

4/5

Safe

Vibe

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Rent Prices in Naklua

Monthly rent in THB (฿). First-hand contracts are directly with the landlord or housing company. Second-hand (sublet) contracts are typically more expensive.

Apartment SizeFirst-Hand RentSecond-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom฿10,000 - ฿19,000/mo฿12,000 - ฿23,000/mo
2 Bedrooms฿16,000 - ฿30,000/mo฿20,000 - ฿36,000/mo
3 Bedrooms฿24,000 - ฿44,000/mo฿30,000 - ฿53,000/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rent in Naklua, Pattaya?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Naklua costs ฿12,000 - ฿23,000/month (second-hand contract) or ฿10,000 - ฿19,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from ฿20,000 - ฿36,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from ฿30,000 - ฿53,000/month.
Is Naklua safe for expats?
Naklua has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Naklua to Pattaya center?
The commute from Naklua to Pattaya city center takes approximately 12 minutes by songthaew.
What is Naklua like to live in?
Quiet northern end with a fishing village core. Wongamat Beach, seafood restaurants, and older expat crowd. The neighborhood is known for being quiet, seafood, village.

Other Neighborhoods in Pattaya

Central Pattaya

0 min walk to center

1BR from ฿15,000/mo

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Jomtien

15 min songthaew to center

1BR from ฿12,000/mo

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Pratumnak

10 min songthaew to center

1BR from ฿17,000/mo

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East Pattaya

20 min car to center

1BR from ฿8,500/mo

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