Summary
- We do not promise yields off the cuff: income depends on the unit, the season and management, so we calculate it for each unit with clear assumptions.
- Studios and 1-bedroom units near the beach are the most liquid format for both short- and long-term rental.
- Main risks to check: construction timelines, currency movements and resale liquidity.
Three buying scenarios
Pure rental
Studios and 1-beds near the beach rent fastest, both to holiday-makers and to long-stay tenants.
Own use plus rental
Live there in season and rent it out the rest of the year. Furnished projects suit this best: Sea Sky, Sea Spire, Embassy World.
Early purchase
Buy at pre-sale prices and pay in instalments. Currently in pre-sale: Love It, Elegance Residence and Soondri Wongamat.
Rental management
- Love It: the developer offers tenant search and on-site management.
- Elegance Residence: Goodwin helps with rental management after completion.
- Other projects: Goodwin’s own rental management division and on-site team can manage the unit for you.
How to choose a unit for rental
- Distance to the beach. Sea Spire and Soondri Wongamat are beachfront; Embassy World is 200 m from the beach.
- Size. Studios and 1-beds rent faster than large units.
- Amenities. Rooftop pools, gyms and spas increase demand.
- Developer track record. Copacabana Group has already completed Copacabana Beach Jomtien on the same beach, and Copacabana Coral Reef was topped out in August 2026.
- Freehold in your name. A freehold unit is easier to resell to another foreign buyer.
Owner costs
Owners pay a monthly maintenance (common) fee, a one-off sinking fund at handover, management company fees if they rent through an operator, and tax on rental income.
| Project | Maintenance fee | Sinking fund |
|---|---|---|
| Soondri Wongamat | 90 THB/sq.m per month, 24 months in advance | 700 THB/sq.m one-off |
| Elegance Residence | 60 THB/sq.m per month, 1 year in advance | 500 THB/sq.m one-off |
Risks and how to manage them
- Construction delays. Check progress and the developer’s completed projects. Our team visits the sites and sends unfiltered progress videos.
- Currency. The contract is fixed in THB while payments are spread over years.
- Transfers. For Foreign Freehold each payment must arrive from abroad with an FET form.
- Liquidity. Unusual or very large units sell and rent more slowly.
FAQ
What rental yield can I expect in Pattaya?
It depends on the unit, location, season and management. We prepare a calculation for the specific units you shortlist instead of quoting a generic number.
Is it better to buy off-plan?
Off-plan is usually cheaper and can be paid in interest-free instalments, but you wait for completion before you can use or rent the unit.
Does buying property give me a visa?
No, a condo purchase does not by itself give a visa.
Tell us your budget and we will prepare a rental calculation for 2–3 suitable units.
Get a calculationUpdated: November 2026. This material is for general information and is not investment advice.