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Rent prices 2026

Long-term rental on Koh Samui

What a house or apartment really costs per month, what the lease rules say, what to expect on the electricity bill — and how to find a place without losing a deposit to a fake listing. Written on the island, checked against current sources.

At a glance

guide values, September 2026
PropertyTypical monthly rent
Studio / 1-bedroom apartment10,000 – 25,000 THB
House with 2 bedrooms25,000 – 50,000 THB
Pool villafrom about 60,000 – 70,000 THB, up to 150,000 – 200,000 THB

Location matters most: Chaweng and Bophut sit at the top of these ranges, Nathon and the west coast at the bottom. Private landlords usually bill electricity at 7–10 THB per kWh — well above the state tariff. There is no official rent statistic for the island; these are the ranges our local team sees in September 2026. Prices by area, utilities and water →

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