Patong Tower, the highest high-rise condominium in the Patong area, the world-famous destination with a perfect blend between the sea's charm and modern nightlife and entertainment on Bang La Road. Su...
This property is a 420 SqM condo with 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms that is available for rent. It is part of the Kamala Falls project in Kamala, Phuket and was completed in Dec 2010. You can rent this c...
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The median monthly rent for rental homes in Kathu is ฿24,900
The median monthly rent per square meter in Kathu is ฿578
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Kathu District is the smallest district of Phuket. It is considered an ethnically diverse area with forests and beautiful world-famous beaches such as Patong Beach and Kamala Beach. The name "Kathu" is derived from the words "Grabatu," which means rocky bay, or "Grazatu," which means the first bay, and was then changed to Kratu, Katu, and was renamed to Kathu to have the meaning in Thai in 1876.
Many tourist attractions are located in Kathu District, which is well known among both Thai and foreign tourists, such as Patong Beach, Kamala Beach, Haad Laem Sing, Tri Trang Beach, etc. In addition, this area is full of many resorts and hotels with wide price ranges, various food, and other amenities suitable for traveling, relaxing, and long-term living. This can be seen from the development of many housing projects in this area.
Overview of Condo for Rent in Kathu District
Phuket has become a popular tourist destination for both Thai and foreign tourists and has attracted many investors to buy property for investment. Condominiums are one of the most popular types of housing today that are spread across the island. Kathu District is an interesting location for establishing this type of property because it has complete facilities and can easily reach Phuket Town and outside the city. In addition, condominiums in Kathu District offer many different views, including city, mountain, and sea views, etc.
The condominium in Kathu District still attracts investor's attention, and aside from personal use, they can be used for rental purposes. In addition, many condo projects offer guaranteed rental returns or sell as a long-term lease to buyers. As a result, a condo for rent in Kathu is very popular for Thai and foreign buyers. Thai customers tend to rent the condo near their workplaces, schools, and shopping malls, but foreign customers will manage to rent the condo close to the beach and tourist attractions, particularly in Kamala Beach and Patong Beach. Furthermore, renting a condo is more convenient and less expensive than renting a house. As a result, condominiums in Kathu District attract investor's attention while providing a high return on investment as well.
Distinctive Landmarks in Kathu District
Kathu District is the smallest district in Phuket. However, there are numerous famous tourist attractions both nature and culture, with interesting tourist attractions as follows:
Patong Beach: The most famous beach in Phuket, located only about 15 kilometers from Phuket Town. The beach is curved in a U shape with white sand and clear emerald green water. It is the perfect beach for swimming, sunbathing, jet skiing, hiring a long-tail boat to nearby beaches, etc., and Patong Beach is a beach with complete facilities to serve tourists as well.
Kamala Beach: It is another beautiful beach and is a popular destination for families with small children because Kamala Beach doesn't have many pubs, bars, or water activities. There is a small fishing village, with the local population being mainly Muslim. Most tourists staying in this area are long-term visitors because Kamala Beach is conveniently located close to Patong Beach, Surin Beach, and just 20 minutes from Phuket International Airport.
Kathu Shrine: It is an ancient shrine in Phuket. The shrine's location was rich with tin in the past, attracting many Chinese workers to move to live in this area and brought Chinese cultures and beliefs as well. Kathu Shrine is the first shrine in Phuket that begins the Vegetarian Festival. At present Kathu shrine has been renovated to be more beautiful. Inside the shrine, there is a statue of Guan Yin and many statues of Chinese gods, some of them over a hundred years old.
Lifestyles in Kathu District
Kathu District is divided into 3 subdistricts: Kathu, Kamala, and Patong. It is regarded as a diverse area both ethnically and culturally. In the past, there were Chinese migrated to Kathu District to work in the tin mines, resulting in a mix of Chinese and local cultures in this area. In addition, a Muslim fishing village can be found in Kamala Subdistrict, and there are villagers in Patong who live as a kindred community work in agriculture, fishing, farming, etc.
However, the economy and tourism has been currently expanding, making people's careers change in response to tourism. Nowadays, they look for career opportunities in the hotels, tourism industry, and real estate investment such as houses, apartments, condos for rent, etc. Many people from neighboring provinces come to work and live in Phuket, including long-term foreign residents and retirees as well.
Amenities and Transportation in Kathu District
There are also numerous amenities available to serve the residents and tourists who visit Kathu District apart from the beautiful attractions, especially in the Patong area, which is the most popular tourist destination, with hotels, resorts, restaurants, shopping malls, and many facilities such as Central Patong, Jungceylon, Patong Hospital, Patong Immigration Office, etc.
As for traveling in Kathu District, it is very comfortable. A private car and motorcycle are commonly used for commuting in this area. Most tourists will often rent a motorbike from rental agencies in front of their hotels or nearby tourist attractions because it is more convenient to travel to other places. Kathu also has a convenient location, easy access to Phuket Town, and to get out of the town. In addition, there are also public buses that serve both locals and tourists, such as:
Taxi: It is one of the most convenient ways for tourists to get from the airport to their accommodation in Kathu area or from the hotel to other attractions. Most taxis usually will wait for customers in front of hotels and resorts. The transportation fees can be fixed price, flat rate fares, and distance dependence.
Tuk Tuk: Most tuk tuks can be found in front of hotels and the tourist areas such as Jungceylon Shopping Center, Kamala Beach, Phuket Fantasea, etc. However, tuk tuks are available throughout the night in some areas as well, such as Patong Beach and Bangla Road. Tourists can also catch tuk-tuks that pass by on the road and the fare can be negotiable with the driver before using the service.
Local minibus or Songthaew: It is one of the mass transits in Phuket which have its own unique character. The fare is still cheaper than other methods of transportation. The local minibus station is located on Ranong Road in Phuket Town. There are 3 Songthaew lines that are available throughoutKathu District, including Phuket Town-Kamala Beach Line, Phuket Town-Kathu District Line, and Phuket Town-Patong Beach Line.
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