Property management in Thailand in 2026
Property tax in Thailand
The annual property tax is the same for citizens of the Kingdom of Thailand and foreigners. The rates vary depending on the type of property and its use.
Property tax does not apply if the owner is registered on their property and the value of that property does not exceed the threshold of 50,000,000 Thai baht (1,500,000 US dollars) for villas and 10,000,000 Thai baht (300,000 US dollars) for apartments.
If the owner is not registered on their property, then the tax is calculated from the cadastral value at the following rates:
Villa:
Cadastral value | Tax rate |
|---|---|
Up to $730,000 | 0.03% |
$730,000–1,450,000 | 0.05% |
Over $1,450,000 | 0.1% |
Apartment:
Cadastral value | Tax rate |
|---|---|
Up to $1,170,000 | 0.02% |
$1,170,000–1,900,000 | 0.03% |
$1,900,000–2,600,000 | 0.05% |
Over $2,600,000 | 0.1% |
Second residential property in ownership:
Cadastral value | Tax rate |
|---|---|
Up to $1,450,000 | 0.02% |
$1,450,000–2,200,000 | 0.03% |
$2,200,000–2,900,000 | 0.05% |
Over $2,900,000 | 0.1% |
From $128,000
Completion in: 2027.IV 295 units in total
From $171,000
Completion in: 2029.I 350 units in total
From $351,000
Completion in: 2029.I 37 units in total
From $142,000
Completion in: 2027.I 859 units in total
From $123,000
Completion in: 2028.III 363 units in total
From $160,000
Completion in: 2028.I 542 units in total
From $140,000
Completion in: 2028.I 564 units in total
From $87,000
Completion in: 2028.II 452 units in total
Rental income tax
Rental income from Thai property is subject to personal income tax at progressive rates of up to 35%. A 5% withholding tax is normally deducted when rent is paid and credited against the final tax liability.
For more information on Thai property taxes read our article «Property taxes in Thailand».
Thailand utility bills
Electricity and water tariffs depend on municipal coefficients and consumption: the lower the consumption, the lower the tariff.
Electricity: Electricity tariffs in Thailand in 2025 range from 4 to 6 baht per kWh. Average monthly electricity costs for an apartment of about 50 sq. m with moderate use of air conditioners are 1,000–2,000 Thai baht (30–60 US dollars).
Water supply: Water rates range from 15 to 50 baht per cubic metre. For an apartment, the average water bill is 200–500 Thai baht (6–15 US dollars) per month.
Current tariffs and calculators can be found on the English versions of resource supplying organisations’ websites: Provincial Electricity Authority and Provincial Water Authority.
Most permanent residents of resort regions use gas stoves, but since there is no central gas supply, the use of replaceable liquefied gas cylinders is widespread. Replacing a 15-litre cylinder costs an average of 400–600 Thai baht (11–18 US dollars), such a cylinder usually lasts 3–6 months.
According to Numbeo’s users, apartment owners in Thailand pay between 30 and 170 US dollars per month for electricity, water, and gas, depending on the region and consumption.
City | Average electricity, water, and gas costs |
|---|---|
Bangkok | $60–170 |
Krabi | $30–50 |
Pattaya | $50–130 |
Phuket | $45–140 |
Rayong | $45–145 |
Koh Samui | $30–100 |
Hua Hin | $40–70 |
Chonburi | $40–90 |
Villa owners pay extra for gardening and pool maintenance. The approximate prices for these services are as follows:
Service type | Cost per month |
|---|---|
Garden care | $25–100 (depending on the season and garden size) |
Pool care | $120 (8 times a month) |
The fee for the maintenance of common areas (CAM fees). Once a year, owners of apartments in resort complexes with common areas and infrastructure pay maintenance fees to the management company. The maintenance fee includes security and garbage collection services, as well as maintenance of parking, communal pool, air conditioners, parks, and playgrounds. In 2025, CAM fees for apartments range from 40 to 100 Thai baht per square metre per month, depending on the level of service and infrastructure of the complex. For villas in protected villages, monthly maintenance costs can range from 5,000 to 20,000 Thai baht (150–600 US dollars).
However, the maintenance fee can also be borne by the management company; it depends on the management contract and the rental income distribution agreement between the owner and the management company.
Internet and TV
The cost of Internet and cable TV depends on the provider and the selected package of services. On average, expenses amount to 500–2,000 Thai baht (15–60 US dollars) per month. The most popular ISPs in Thailand are: TOT, CAT, True, 3BB (all have English versions of their websites). The cost of connection is 150 US dollars on average.
How to pay utility bills?
If you live in Thailand, the easiest way to pay your utility bills is to go to the cashier of any 7-Eleven store; you can find these stores on almost every street. Payments can also be made from the mobile banking app if you have a bank account in Thailand. In resort complexes with centralised management, the management company pays all bills and generates quarterly or annual expense reports for owners of apartments and villas in the complex.
Thus, the maintenance of an apartment in a resort complex in Thailand costs an average of 1,950 US dollars per year. This includes maintenance fees (approx. 1,200 US dollars), utility bills (approx. 400 US dollars), and Internet and TV subscriptions (approx. 350 US dollars).
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