Fully Furnished vs Fully Fitted: Which is fit for Bangkok Condo for Rent?

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Aside from location and cost, the primary concern for anyone searching for a suitable condo near their workplace is whether they should look for a fully furnished condo for rent with everything they might need or a property with some fixtures and fittings but some extra space for your belongings or personal touch. One of the main factors to consider is that each type of furnished property is unique, resulting in a wide range of prices.

This article will look at what 'fully furnished' and 'fully fitted' mean, giving you the information needed to choose the best Bangkok condo for rent option.

ðŸĪ” Fully-Furnished vs Fully-Fitted

  Fully-Furnished

A fully-furnished condo in Bangkok will include all essential furniture, such as a sofa, table, chairs, beds, and wardrobes.

It should also include white goods such as a microwave, washing machine, refrigerator, freezer and possibly a dishwasher.

However, there is no formal definition, and other items such as kitchen equipment and kitchenware, a TV, dining table and chairs, rug, bathroom accessories, iron, sofa and vacuum cleaner may be included. 

✔As part of your proposal, you can always request that some items be removed. 

A landlord may approve this request, subject to a variety of factors, such as the cost of furniture storage or disposal. Similarly, if a property lacks certain items that a tenant desires, they can request that they be included as part of an offer.

  Fully-Fitted

The distinction between a fully-fitted condo and a fully-furnished condo is usually the type of furniture, with a significant proportion of the furniture in a fully-fitted condo being built-in. Most long-term renters prefer fully-fitted condos because

they efficiently have the furniture needed, and they can be less expensive than a fully-furnished condo.
A fully-fitted condo has more flexibility to be decorated with a personal touch.

A fully-fitted Bangkok condo for rent can also cover properties that come with white goods and some furniture, such as a couch and table, but no mattress.

To make certain, ask the letting agent or landlord to clarify exactly what is included. If necessary, you can request that furniture be removed prior to moving, as with a fully furnished condo.

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Renting a Fully-Furnished Condo

  Advantages

  • Tenants can move into a ready-made property.

  • Do not have to pay for furniture or other items.

  • No need to go shopping or stay at home waiting for furniture shipments.

Furthermore, it places the landlord in charge of being:

  • Responsible for insuring the furniture (but not your personal belongings).

  • Responsible for replacing furniture and electrical items if they need to be placed due to acceptable wear and tear.

  Disadvantages

  • Having to put up with furniture that is different from your liking or not high quality.

  • Taking special care not to damage items that are not yours - or risk losing your deposit when you vacate the property.

  • Paying more for a fully furnished condo (though this is not always the case).

Advantages and disadvantages of renting a fully-fitted condo

  Advantages

  • You can use your furniture to stamp your personality on the property.

  • You do not need to be concerned about losing your deposit due to damaging your landlord's furniture.

  • You can invest in furniture that you will keep in the future.

  • You may choose to stay for a more extended period, saving money on future moving expenses.

  Disadvantages

  • You may have to pay a large sum to furnish the space.

  • You will need to allocate time to selecting furniture, waiting for deliveries, and making the space comfortable.

  • You will need to pay for the transportation of large items into and out of the property.

  • When moving furniture in and out, you must not damage the property.

🔎 Things to Consider when Choosing a Fully-Furnished or Fully-Fitted Condo for Rent

Even though, in theory, fully-furnished properties tend to rent for a premium, spending money on expensive furniture and other items can be tedious at the best of times, let alone right after moving in! So renting a furnished condo can help you save money.

ðŸ’Ą Choosing a fully-furnished Bangkok condo for rent also makes sense if you are in between homes or need a place to stay for a work placement temporarily.

Tenancies for fully-fitted properties tend to be longer than fully-furnished condos. This is because moving with all your furniture and possessions can be stressful for some people, and hiring a removal company can be costly. As a result, once tenants have finalised the move, they usually want to avoid having to do it again in a hurry!

Here are some of our top choices below if you are looking for a fully-furnished Bangkok condo for rent.

Recommended fully-furnished condo units for rent in Bangkok

The Base Garden Rama 9

The BASE Garden Rama 9, resonating with individuality in design and color, clearly revealing your sense of self. Only 700 meters away from the Airport Link and 800 meters away from the Expressway. Providing premium and comprehensive amenities such as a swimming pool, fitness room, lobby, and 24-hour security service.

Recommended Unit

1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 26.5 sq.m. Click


2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 53 sq.m. Click

Find out more about The Base Garden Rama 9 units for rent here. 

Siri at Sukhumvit 

Siri at Sukhumvit is centrally located between Soi Sukhumvit 38 and 40 and is only 150 meters from the BTS Thonglor station. Modern in design, the interior features high-quality materials and cutting-edge technology for increased comfort and convenience. The project provides complete amenities, such as jacuzzi pool, pool bar, communal garden, fitness, steam room, business lounge, and 24-hour security system comprising CCTV and proximity card. 

Recommended Unit


2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 67.77 sq.m. Click


1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 52 sq.m. Click

Find out more about Siri at Sukhumvit units for rent here. 

XT Ekkamai

XT Ekkamai affords you to pursue a lifestyle that characterizes you from the masses, amidst numerous opportunities to realize your aspirations. Located approximately 1.5 kilometers from the BTS Ekkamai station. Featuring co-sharing and full facilities such as Active Fitness, Sky Lounge, swimming pool on the roof top floor, rooftop garden, courtyard garden and shuttle bus.

Recommended Unit


1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, 30 sq.m. Click


2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, 53.5 sq.m. Click

Find out more about XT Ekkamai units for rent here. 

We hope that this information has assisted you in making comparisons between fully-fitted and fully-furnished condos in Bangkok. Whether a property is fully-furnished or fully-fitted is frequently determined by the type of renter it tends to attract during a property search. For example, a professional couple or new family may prefer fully-fitted or unfurnished because they want to personalise the space with their possessions. In contrast, a single working person may be looking for a simpler and more efficient condo for rent in Bangkok, which is ready to move into, making a fully-furnished property more appealing.


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