New Condo Projects For Sale Pattaya

Been working on a new section of the website, specifically for SELECTED New Condo Projects ...
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Aurora Pratumnak - a new project on Pratumnak Hill, Pattaya

Aurora Pattaya is a new 8-storey condominium project in Pattaya.
The projects amenities include a swimming pool and fitness center.

Prices are currently from 1.3M THB – 5M THB. 

Units of 23 sqm are currently available at 1.4M THB, just over 60.000 baht per sqm.
A two-bedroom unit of 72 sqm are currently available at 4.4 M THB.

I understand that there will be 127 residential units and 2 commercial units.

Please contact Robert on 08 1938 8391 for more information.
www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com

The Vision Pratumnak Hill Pattaya construction update 25 February 2014

The Vision - Construction update as 25 February 2014
Structure work 96.820%
Architecture and Finishing work 28.349%
Electric System works 39.536%
Sanitary System Works 49.859%

Construction expected to be completed Q4 2014

Photograph shows the lift core and column on 23rd floor

Private RE-SALE condominium can be viewed at: http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Property/Condominium-For-Sale-Pratumnak--Re-Sale-11736

Please call Robert on 08 1938 8391 for more details or a site visit

Centara Avenue Residence Construction update 2-11-2014

I have just returned from meeting the Developer at Centara Avenue Residence in South Pattaya.
As you can see, construction is well under way with completion scheduled for Q2 2015

The remaining condos start at 1,799,088 THB for a 30.39 sqm Studio
www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com

For further information or a site inspection please call Robert on 08 1938 8391

photo taken 11-2-2014

What is a Realtor®?

In England we are known as “Estate Agents”.

In Thailand and USA (and some other countries) the English term “Estate Agent” is often replaced by “Real Estate Broker”.

But what is a Realtor®?

You will have seen the term “Realtor®” used by some real estate professionals when describing themselves or their business.

Are they really a Realtor® in the true sense or do they simply not understand what a Realtor® is?

The term “Realtor®” was created and copyrighted by the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) in the United States of America to elevate agents and brokers.

The only real estate brokers (estate agents) who can call themselves a Realtor® are the ones who are official members of NAR.

When a non-member of NAR refers to himself as a Realtor® is it misrepresentation or just ignorance of the facts?

Robert Watson is a Realtor® and an official member of NAR and always carries his REALTOR® Membership Card for identification purposes …  so he can REALLY be your Realtor®!

http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Five-Star-Villas--Condos-are-qualified-real-estate-brokers-in-Pattaya-Thailand/1065

Waterfront at Pattaya Bay

"A prestigious waterfront home set within an iconic, mixed use 50 Storey Hotel and Condominium overlooking the entire area of Pattaya Bay and Pattaya City with far reaching views to the tropical islands of Koh Larn, Koh Krok and Koh Phai"

Iconic condominium project under construction direct on Pattaya Bay.

"CONSTRUCTION UPDATE / 3rd February 2014

Another floor of the main structure completed this week. Facade of the building really taking shape. Interior works moving fast on lower floors. We will fully complete each room floor by floor, if you have purchased on a lower floor, your room could be completed soon."

Please see: http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Property/Condominium-For-Sale-Pattaya-12494

Contact Robert on 08 1938 8391 for more details and prices.

Photo taken by Kookie on 7 February 2014

Amazon Residence Jomtien Pattaya UPDATE 28 January 2014

I visited site today and was very impressed with progress.
The project is scheduled for completion Q4 2014.
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Property/The-Amazon-Resort--A-project-by-Matrix-Developments---2634
Please call Robert on 08 1938 8391 for further updates, availability or a site inspection.

New Year’s Resolutions 2014

It's that time of year again: http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Article/-New-Year%E2%80%99s-Resolutions-2014-7829
Please call Robert on 08 1938 8391 to discuss your resolutions ... or talk about your interest in property in Pattaya!

Chinese tourists and Pattaya and Barnsley

Interesting article from The Guardian / The Observer about Chinese tourism to Pattaya and Barnsley
My home town of Barnsley wasn't appreciated by the Chinese!
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Article/Chinese-tourists-and-Pattaya-and-Barnsley-7826
Please telephone Robert on 08 1938 8391 for a chat on the Pattaya property market

Matrix victorious (again) at OPP 2013 Awards in London

STOP PRESS ... Last night Matrix won GOLD in the 2013 OPP Awards for Excellence - BEST DEVELOPER ASIA
Congratulations from all of us at Five Star Villas & Condos!
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Property/Condominium-for-sale-Jomtien-6409

The OPP Awards for Excellence identify the outstanding individuals and companies in the global property industry – those with great customer service, an impressive portfolio or a spotless track record.

Winning an OPP Award is an accolade that is seen as a powerful seal of approval.

The winners of these annual awards were announced at the Gala Dinner held in London last night, 27^th November 2013.

For further information about Matrix current projects or affordable Matrix re-sales please contact Robert on +66 8 1938 8391

Construction start on VN Residence 3 Condominium Pratumnak Pattaya

Yesterday, 20 November 2013, Norwegian Properties Group announced that they had the "Green Light" to start construction on their 3rd project named VN Residence 3 Condominium.
Today the construction started on Pratumnak Hill, Pattaya.
For further information on this exciting project please call Robert on +66 8 1938 8391
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HEIGHTS HOLDINGS – Construction Update 14 November 2013

As high season approaches, Five Star Villas & Condos are delighted to report that two major Heights Holdings developments - Laguna Beach Resort 2 and C-View Residence - were awarded EIA approval in October, with piling works at both developments commencing in November 2013.
Driven piling is now well underway at the Laguna Beach Resort 2 site just on Thepprasit Soi 9 / Thepprasit Soi 17.
Piling machinery is set to mobilise at the C View Residence site on Pratumnak Soi 4 by end-November.

Here is a construction update project-by-project.

C-View Boutique Condominium : The exterior skeleton of C-View Boutique is now complete up to the rooftop, with structural work complete on the rooftop area, including the swimming pool and skeleton.
Interior wall brick work is in place up to the 6th floor, whilst internal plastering works are up to the 5th floor. Installation of gypsum ceilings is underway on floors 2 and 3.
Plastering work is well underway on the building exterior, with electrical and plumbing systems in place up to the 4th floor.

Laguna Bay 2 : Laguna Bay 2 piling works are complete, with all foundation work now complete.
Structural work on the building skeleton is up to the 3rd floor, with structural work having commenced on the 2nd floor pool area above the car park.
Work has commenced on the fitting of interior walls at ground floor level. 

Wong Amat Tower : Structural work on the Wong Amat Tower is complete, with tiling now complete throughout the rooftop pool, and the framework of the rooftop Jacuzzi now complete.
The ground floor pool structure is now complete, along with structural work on the separate covered parking complex.
Architectural work has commenced on the lobby area and open area seating lounge. Both main passenger elevators are now installed, whilst aluminum window & balcony frames are in place in units up to the 25^th floor.

The Peak Towers : Structural work on The Peak Towers - Tower A is now up to the 24th floor, with the Tower B skeleton now up to the 18th floor.
Internal wall brick work for Tower A underway up to the 12th floor, with plastering complete up to the 9th floor. Tower B interior walls are now set up to the 8th floor.
Work is nearing completion on the new selection of on-site show suites situated on the 9th floor of Tower A.
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Property/The-Peak-Towers-2367

Laguna Beach Resort Jomtien : Interior and exterior plastering throughout Building A of Laguna Beach Resort Jomtien now stands at 90% complete, with installation of electrical and plumbing fixtures in place across the majority of apartments.
The structural skeleton of Building B is now complete, with interior walls in place up to the 6^th floor. Structural work has now commenced on the 3rd floor of LBRJ Building C.

Club Royal Phase 2 : Piling at Club Royal Phase 2 stand at 65% complete, with preparatory work for the foundations underway. 

The Waterpark Condominium : Piling is complete at the Waterpark Condominium on Pratumnak Soi 5, with foundation work at 10% complete.

Laguna Beach Resort 2 : Driven piling machinery mobilised at the Laguna Beach Resort 2 site, off Jomtien 2nd Road, on the 5th November 2013, following the resurfacing of the site entrance for ease of access.
Installation of the two tower cranes is underway and piling work has commenced.

For further information on availability and prices please call Robert on +66 8 1938 8391

International Real Estate in Pattaya!

Today I have met with an Italian, a Belgian and a German. I have spoken on the telephone to an American in Bangkok, an American in Texas, an Englishman in London and a Spaniard in Barcelona all interested in buying or renting property in Pattaya.
Not to mention emails!
This is international real estate!
Certified International Property Specialist in action!
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/NEWS--Interesting-news-about-Five-Star-Villas--Condos/1082

EIA Approvals for Pattaya condos this week

It has been a busy week this week with several Pattaya condo developers receiving EIA Approval for their projects.

Building can now commence!

Congratulations go out to:
Matrix Developments who received EIA Approval for City Center Residence
Heights Holdings who received EIA Approval for C-View Residence and Laguna Beach Resort 2
Tulip Group who received EIA Approval for Centara Grand Residence

Please contact Robert for further information on +66 8 1938 8391
www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com

Baby Boomers!

Affordable airfares and availability of flights makes travel possible for a large group of travelers. Air travel is generally low-cost and convenient from major European cities and US cities to resorts like Pattaya.

Europe is also experiencing a wave of Baby Boomer retirees who, like their US counterparts, want an active lifestyle in their retirement years.

In resort areas such as Pattaya, vacationers and retirees from other countries represent a large pool of potential buyers and sellers.

Please write to me if you are considering retiring to Pattaya for the best advice on Property and Lifestyle options.

http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Five-Star-Villas--Condos-are-qualified-real-estate-brokers-in-Pattaya-Thailand/1065

Working with a Foreign Buyer in Pattaya Thailand - Detailed Research

Detailed Research
Whether investors or vacation-home buyers (second home buyers), all buyers want detailed information about the properties they plan to purchase.
Because of the distance and the possible unfamiliarity with the Pattaya market, foreign buyers are often at an information disadvantage.
They do not know where to go for information and the possibly lack the local market savvy for judging the validity of information.
Foreign buyers look to the real estate professional as a trusted advisor to fill this knowledge gap.
This means the real estate professional must be prepared to present detailed information in writing.
Rely on Robert Watson who is a Certified International Property Specialist to provide you with the correct detailed information and assist you with your purchase.
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Five-Star-Villas--Condos-are-qualified-real-estate-brokers-in-Pattaya-Thailand/1065

Robert addresses the CIPS graduates and VIP guests in Bangkok

At the CIPS Graduation Dinner on Friday, 11 October 2013 Robert was asked to address the CIPS graduates and VIP guests. 
Although not one for public speaking Robert soon had their attention with his "Armed and Dangerous" speech!
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/NEWS--Interesting-news-about-Five-Star-Villas--Condos/1082

Robert is now CIPS !

On Friday, 11 October 2013 Robert qualified as a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) by completing the course, passing the exams and meeting the strict criteria set by NAR.
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/NEWS--Interesting-news-about-Five-Star-Villas--Condos/1082

The Vision Condominium by Matrix Developments CONSTRUCTION UPDATE

The Vision Condominium construction update 17 September 2013
Week commencing 16 September:
Casting concrete on the 14th Floor
Casting concrete columns on the 15th Floor
Week commencing 23 September Scheduled Works:
Casting concrete on the 15th Floor
Casting concrete columns on the 16th Floor
Casting concrete lift core on the 17th Floor
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Please telephone Robert on +66 8 1938 8391 for availability and prices

Condominium for sale on Pratumnak Hill - Southpoint

2-bedroom condominium for sale on Pratumnak Hill
Private re-sale of condominium in Southpoint Condominium
PRICE 10,200,000 THB
Please contact Robert on 08 1938 8391 for more information or a site visit
http://www.fivestarvillasandcondos.com/Property/Condominium-For-Sale-Pratumnak--11785