Question 1

Can a foreigner own a house or land in Chiang Mai?

Accepted Answer

Foreigners generally cannot own land in Thailand, but you can own the house or building itself, and you can own a condominium unit outright (up to 49% foreign ownership in a building). A common approach is a registered long-term land lease — typically 30 years, renewable — with the house in your name. The right structure depends on your situation; we explain it plainly and introduce you to a licensed Thai lawyer to set it up correctly.

Question 2

How much does it cost to build a house in Chiang Mai?

Accepted Answer

As a rough guide, construction in the Chiang Mai area runs about ฿12,000–18,000 per m² for a basic, standard build; ฿18,000–30,000 per m² for good mid-range quality; and ฿30,000 per m² and up for high-end finishes. These figures are the build only — they exclude land, design fees and furnishing — and vary with your design, materials and site. Tell us what you have in mind and we will prepare a real quote, often the same day.

Question 3

How long does it take to build a house in Chiang Mai?

Accepted Answer

A typical single-family house takes around 6–12 months from the start of construction to handover, depending on size, design complexity, site conditions and weather. Allow roughly 3–6 weeks beforehand for drawings and the building permit. We give you a realistic schedule up front and keep you updated at every stage.

Question 4

Do you work in English and Chinese?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our team supports English, Mandarin (Traditional & Simplified) and Thai, so nothing is lost in translation across quotes, contracts and site meetings.

Question 5

Can you manage my build while I live overseas?

Accepted Answer

Yes — many of our clients are not in Thailand full-time. We manage the site day to day and send regular photo and video updates in your language, so you can follow progress and make decisions from anywhere.

Question 6

I have already started building — can you still help?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Many clients come to us mid-project for an independent inspection and an honest second opinion on quality, pricing and timeline.

Build in Thailand with confidence

Clarity before commitment

Ownership, explained simply

Independent inspection

Budget & feasibility

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