Krabi Province is a popular holiday destination lying on the south-west coast of Thailand, along the shores of the Andaman Sea. As infrastructure develops here, investment in real estate and holiday homes is on the increase. If you are interested in buying property in Krabi, this site will guide you through the house-buying process.
Key points to consider before investing in real estate in Krabi
What's on offer It is crucial to understand that property development in Krabi is still a fledgling business compared with the wealthier western province of Phuket. Condominiums, which are straightforward for a foreigner to buy, do not yet exist here; and housing projects are, for the most part, small-scale and often unimaginative. If your home is important in itself - rather than just somewhere allowing you to live in this sunny climate - you may want to consider getting a property custom-designed for you on a piece of land. Further info: Krabi Property Listings / Choosing where to live in Krabi.
Know your rights Before entering into the business of buying a home in Thailand, it is essential that you know what you are (or, more usually, what you are not) entitled to own as a foreigner here. Independent legal advice, from a qualified lawyer, and preferably in your own language, will be key to a successful purchase. Our introduction to your rights when buying property as a foreigner in Thailand covers some of these issues.
Patience, patience If you are in a hurry to buy a house, you should probably look elsewhere. Krabi is not the kind of place where things get done quickly and patience - buckets of it - will be required in the buying or building of your holiday home. Compromise is another word you will need to be comfortable with: although most western standard materials are available in Phuket, many builders here do not know how to use them properly, but things are changing - slowly.
If you're happy with these considerations, then welcome to Krabi! You're ready to read on with our guide to expat living in Krabi.
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Above: Railay Beach (west) - although most property in Krabi is not on the beach, places like this are never far away
Who we are('nt)
Krabi Property is not a real estate agent - we do not sell houses, land, or property of any kind, nor are we affiliated with anyone who does. We provide independent information about the housing scene and the legal process of property purchase in Thailand, as well as listings of projects and developments in the Krabi area. We do not provide help for individual customers; those interested in property purchase should contact our advertisers directly, not us. More about us.
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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Intro to your property rights
UPDATE! Your new property rights as a company owner
Land titles 101
The price of land in Krabi
Beware of bogus agents!
CHOOSING A PROPERTY
Where to buy your home
The Krabi holiday home checklist
Self-build or off-plan?
Focus on Hat Yao: Krabi's next big thing?
DESIGN & INTERIORS
Design tips from a Krabi architect
Creating a modern Thai-style interior
Planning a tropical garden
SHORT STAYS AND RENTAL PROPERTY
Renting a house in Krabi: a guide to the different types of houses available, prices, and where to look
Long term hotel stays
LIVING IN KRABI
Expat life in Krabi
(Practicalities for the long-term resident)
Expat testimonials: moving to Krabi - how was it for you?
LISTINGS
Houses and land for sale and rent in Krabi
More from our partner sites - for your complete guide to Krabi Province:
Your Krabi (Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Railay and the mainland coast)
Phi Phi Islands Guide
Lanta Islands Guide
Links to external property websites
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