Thailand
Highlights for now. The longer Chiang Mai notes are still being written.
Cooler, smaller, and easier to cross than Bangkok. Nimman is cafes and condos. The old city is walkable and closes earlier. Hang Dong is the version with a garden and a car.
It suits people who want a slower Thai city and will ride or drive. It is the wrong city if your work depends on being in Bangkok every week.
The longer notes on Chiang Mai are still being written. If you need the city now, talk to us.
Estimates for 2026-Q2 · USD/month
1-Bed Rent
$500
$350–$850
Dining Out
$250
per month
Groceries
$180
per month
Coworking
$150
desk/month
Estimated monthly total
Rent + dining + groceries + transport + utilities
$1,060
South of town. More space, houses, and a ride in. People who want a garden rather than Nimman look here.
The cafe and condo grid west of the old city, by the university. The default long-stay base for remote workers. You can do a week on foot and a Grab.
The square inside the moat. Temples, walkable days, and tourist evenings. A fine month. A louder year than the photos.
Local neighbourhood with good value housing. Growing expat presence.
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