$160 a month apartment tour in Siem Reap, Cambodia

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$160 a month apartment tour in Siem Reap, Cambodia - 29 November 2020

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@grahampeters7642 3 жыл бұрын

Love the new place it's got everything you need. Looking forward to seeing around the new area in the next few videos. Enjoy 😉

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Graham! We can't wait to show you around the new area - there's so much to see, and so much to learn from watching the passing parade Thanks for watching :)

@damienohagan8550 3 жыл бұрын

That’s exactly what I’m looking for when I come over next year COVID-19 permitting of course looks great guys hope you’re happy & safe there great & informative video as ever 👍

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Damien! I went for a walk yesterday afternoon and there is just so much to see around here. We're loving the apartment so far - it's the perfect size for us. Thanks for watching :)

@garyroberts3859 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah and Cambodia needs to lift some of its heavy restrictions on entry too.

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Jeremy viewed several apartments and the agent showed him this one right at the end as an afterthought. Lucky! It was hands down the best of the bunch, and we love the leafy garden feel that it has, along with the efficiency of space inside. If you want to see the other apartments that were outclassed by this one, here's the link: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/icycpL14vsnVaIE.html. We've looked at a lot of apartments in Siem Reap over the past 12 months, and we have a playlist if you want to watch them all: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aZuqndBiqLPMpn0.html. If you have any questions, please ask and we'll get back to you! Thanks for watching.

@sokpisethlalalanno 3 ай бұрын

As a Cambodian-Korean and I can confirm that you have a nice spot right there, GJ 😀

@ForRiel 3 ай бұрын

It was a great value apartment for sure!

@larslars235 3 жыл бұрын

Looking in the bathroom mirror, "Hello!" :) I laugh so much. Good information, thanks for showing.

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

We are so happy you are here :)

@fazbell Жыл бұрын

Outstanding value for 160 USD a month. Thanks for the tour and the perspective.

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I think probably even cheaper now, but I guess we will find out for sure when we get there next month!

@JamesWilliams-qn5cq 2 жыл бұрын

Wayyy Kool. Thx a Ton for the Post.

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

No worries! 🙂🙏🛵🍭🍭🍭

@HoengSophoan Жыл бұрын

As a Cambodia thank you so much

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure 🙏 Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂

@oscarsuvakli4775 Жыл бұрын

Really excellent & informative video, congratulations Claire...🙏💐👌👏🥂👍🍺🤠🍹🙏❤️👍.

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Oscar! It was a fun video to make. 🏩🌴🛵

@Cnc1073 Жыл бұрын

The cooker hood should have a filter in it. It prevents grease droplets landing all over your cupboards and other appliances

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

Yes, it should have, but things aren't always as we expect in the Kingdom! 🤣

@MingxiaTW Жыл бұрын

Wow! For that price, this is an awesome place. Also, “No, you are not clean enough. You must stay in the shower.” I am dying of laughter 😊

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

Haha yeah the lock on the outside of the shower was funny for us. It was a great little apartment that served us well. Psar Kraom down the road is great, and Heartprint across the road - really good. :)

@Johnca48 2 жыл бұрын

Electricity is actually cheaper in Cambodia than it is in Australia,

@MarcsMildlyInteresting 3 жыл бұрын

Loving the new place! That range hood is Khmer engineering at its finest! That shower screen looks like a sliding patio door, but if it fits it fits hehehe!!

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

The shower screen is hilarious. In addition to the lock, it's got contact on it to make it look like frosted glass. We've had the owner over a couple of times now because it was leaking and the floor was getting wet. All good now - nice, dry floor on the outside.

@MarcsMildlyInteresting 3 жыл бұрын

@For Riel Contact frosting - you cant make that up hahah!

@murk2002 3 жыл бұрын

How do you deal with the water in Cambodia? I visited last year and the water smelled like chlorine.

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

We don't drink the tap water, only the water from the big blue bottles. Some of those are better than others, and some have a different smell, but you get used to it.

@MichaelChenCC 3 жыл бұрын

So lovely, I'm into it, I lived in Phnom Penh for 2 years, just had come to Europe, I would love to off to Cambodia later, probably we could be the best Neighborhoods.

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Those apartments are really great, and the location is fantastic if you want to immerse yourself in local life. Very nice place to live :)

@CamboTriton 3 жыл бұрын

Got a kick out of the shower screen lock. Great video!

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, we thought that was hilarous! Thanks for watching - Kampot apartment tour coming soon :)

@ESL-O.G. 2 жыл бұрын

well, looks like I'm moving to Cambodia 😀

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic! It really is wonderful here. 🏠🏩🛵 🙏🛵🏩🏠

@ESL-O.G. 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel I've been to Cambodia! I agree with you 100% I've never been to SR city tho. Buy you guys a drink when I make it that way

@cassandracox7378 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for showing us around and giving an insight into Cambodia at the moment. We have been there (from Australia) beautiful in so many ways and so sad in others. We have stayed friends with 1 family we met many years ago. Can you tell me what, at the moment would be most useful for a family? how much does a small house/unit cost to buy there now? Enjoy your journey, stay safe

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Cassandra! Friends of ours just finalised purchase of a very nice 2 bedroom house for $55k (USD not AUD). Units are cheaper but they are a bit of a minefield in terms of building maintenance, etc.

@cassandracox7378 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel Thanks for your reply. Take care and enjoy your travels

@KhmerMinnesnowta 3 жыл бұрын

Great deal guys. Enjoy your new place. Can't wait to travel again. Peace!

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! We're going to love living here and showing you around. Travel seems like a distant memory right now... :(

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

Travel.....mmmmm......

@momvey5720 3 жыл бұрын

Quiet place good xxx

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

We really liked it there! Thank you so much for watching 🙏🙏🙏

@boxingmonkey2450 3 жыл бұрын

Ha Ha . . . . the lockable shower screen cracked me up

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's like it's supposed to be an external door and not a shower screen. Crazy stuff here in Cambodia.

@Jordy120 3 жыл бұрын

Nice apartment. Seems to be quiet there..relatively speaking. Cheers.

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

We really liked this apartment, it was just the Siem Reap road situation that got us down. 😊

@stoinge 2 жыл бұрын

Looking to save £5000 get away from cold grey London and stay in Cambodia for as long as pos. With this kind of rent i'm starting to get excited about doing it. Is it easy to find accommodation at this price?

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes, incredibly easy. You won't have a problem at all at least for another year or so. You could have a place with a pool for not much more too! Dream big and make it happen.

@stoinge 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel rrr Thank you

@fandechichoune8516 2 жыл бұрын

Most of Barangs (farangs) are changing their winter vacation , easy a rapid free rapid antigen test for vax people. That is all. Booze cheap , resto very good ,hostess kmers and vietnamese s. A true paradise safety don't walk in dark streets. Ganja available. Etc

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

Yes there are many reasons to visit Cambodia, and the relaxing of entry requirements is fantastic for the tourism industry! :)

@petergregory5537 2 жыл бұрын

I was surprised to see a Kawasaki ninja in the video. Are there many Kawasaki dealers in Cambodia?

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

I think there are a couple of dealers in Phnom Penh, but they are definitely not common. I haven't seen many at all around.

@Ironic_Jihad 2 жыл бұрын

It looks like you've done a great job on maximizing the space in your place, which is key for smaller apartments. It saddens me though that you need razor wire and night security. Please stay safe.

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Daniel, I really doubt the security guard is needed, it's just a good selling point for the apartments. He also did double duty looking after the grounds and watering the garden every day. It felt very safe there :)

@transformersrapidusprime107 2 жыл бұрын

do you have any idea how much it is to rent a very small shop near pubstreet?

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

I think you could get something for $200-$300 in the current market.

@transformersrapidusprime107 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel nothing like 200$ but you gave me a tip.. thanks

@harnesspaul3708 2 ай бұрын

I guess I am new to this. How is crime in Cambodia, Vietnam, Philippines and such? Just wondering.

@ForRiel 2 ай бұрын

Can only comment on Cambodia but is safe overall. There are some snatch and grabs but that's mainly in PP, as anywhere be aware of your surroundings at all time.

@SecularWisdom 3 жыл бұрын

I know that everything is crazy now because of the pandemic but is Cambodia generally easier to get a permanent stay visa over Thailand? I am a database engineer and I can work from home now and in the future. I would love to do my existing job but live in Thailand, I would save a ton of money in living expenses. I am finding it difficult to get a permanent stay visa in Thailand if you are under retirement age.

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

I would say it's easier to stay long term in Cambodia than it is in Thailand. I know some expats moved over here because they became frustrated with the visa situation in Thailand. Also, if you are working online in Thailand and authorities find out, you'd be in breach of the visa conditions and I guess you could be made to pay a big fine and then you'd be made to leave.

@SecularWisdom 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel Thank you for your information. I really appreciate your input. I will research this more I can. Hopefully I we can beat this CCP virus.

@moonlightmistandmemories9623 3 жыл бұрын

Happy one year anniversary , hope you enjoy your new digs , love the rooftop view , should anyone ever ask me who runs the streets of Siem Reap , that's easy , Dogs , Cats , Cows , Roosters , etc. etc. etc. , makes life in the Kingdom that much more interesting , take care , Peace ...

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I can't believe it's been a year. So much has happened in the world, but time has stopped here. Yes, the dogs are the kings of the streets here, except when there are cows or buffalos :) Life on the street outside is much more interesting here than it was in our last place, and no construction noise, either. Take care and thanks for watching!

@jknox417 3 жыл бұрын

some of the potholes are wearing out ... they will need to dig some new ones! 🤣

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

@@jknox417 very slack to let things go like that!

@J.D.Vision Жыл бұрын

Hey, does one need a license to drive a scooter? I don't have a driver's license here in the states anymore.

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

If you ride one that's 125cc or below, you don't need a license. Just read the fine print if you have insurance, though.

@user-cx1pv1rp2i 3 жыл бұрын

Love Cambodia. Why the need for security at night? Is it a rough area

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks for watching! Security/wages are cheap here. The guard also waters the garden and does general maintenance about the place - it's very common to have this.

@user-cx1pv1rp2i 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel ah fair play, I rented a villa with pool when staying there before and just thought it was fairly safe. Thanks for answering and best of luck with the channel

@DaveDoesCambodia 3 жыл бұрын

That's an excellent apartment for the price! But, is it Jeremy's JUNK or Jeremy's TREASURES? 😃👍🤣

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

I think it as investments. Fun new area to explore.

@DaveDoesCambodia 3 жыл бұрын

@@BIGJED75 At one point in the video Claire mentioned "Jeremy's junk" in the closet. That's what I was referring to 🤣 Livestream soon! 😃👍

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

@@DaveDoesCambodia it's definitely junk. 🤣🤣🤣

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

@@DaveDoesCambodia and yes, livestream!

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

@@DaveDoesCambodia I understood, my junk is a investment in technology and things that go with it. I have new gadgets and extras, but also getting a bargain.

@johnsmith2771 3 жыл бұрын

Nice place

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Very decent for the price, and we loved the location. Excellent landlord as well.

@stripedblood 3 жыл бұрын

New subscriber, sending best wishes!

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Graham, great to have you here! Take care :)

@bertramharbour4166 3 жыл бұрын

really good.. do you use gopro or ohone??

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

We use this: www.dji.com/osmo-pocket It's fantastic!

@benkim2016 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like a best deal for160 usd.! What are the minimum contract period and the deposit?

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

Usually 6 months but you can always negotiate. Longer contract = lower rent. 🙏 🛵🙂

@travispoorter8654 3 жыл бұрын

$160 😳 wow

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Incredible prices right now.

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

It's the perfect size and layout. Honestly if I was building units they all would be like this. Pools aren't needed as you can go to any hotel buy a beer and use theirs all day.

@im1sthuemanonearthimn0tsur65 2 жыл бұрын

nice flat Albino

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

Um, thanks I guess.... :)

@zhiwei9009 2 жыл бұрын

how much is the electricity monthly ??

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

We were paying around $100 (USD). Electricity is pretty hefty and we like the aircon on at night. It's really just an expense that we factored in, but also an area where you can save money if you are prepared to sacrifice a little comfort. Choosing an apartment that is sheltered from direct sunlight would be a good way to go as well.

@rogermichaelwillis6425 Жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel My trick was to get an apartment on the second or third level on the corner to get a cross-breeze. I never had aircon for the nine years I lived there.

@JJ-vy2rh 3 жыл бұрын

I don't think Cambodian have a fridge as Standard

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Probs not. If they did, it would be a Samsung though :)

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

Power is extremely expensive here so most locals buy fresh from the market and maybe have a cold box with ice .

@JJ-vy2rh 3 жыл бұрын

@@BIGJED75 yes power is very expensive compared to the very small wage most khmer earn. Its about the same price per kw as in Australia

@JJ-vy2rh 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't think foreigner's could have ground floor

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

We're renting, so this rule doesn't apply. Foreigners can't buy a house with land unless there's a Khmer person involved as well.

@JJ-vy2rh 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel thanks i understand to buy a khmer has to be involved

@MegaStooi 3 жыл бұрын

There’s no dining table?

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

There is, I've got my laptop on it. It's in the corner near the front door.

@Hokgao1 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, how much are the average monthly electricity and water bills for your unit size?

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, water is very cheap, usually under $2 a month. Electricity is around $100 a month but that's because we use the air con a lot. It would be much cheaper if you didn't use the AC.

@visaltry714 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel why is your electricity so expensive? Or it's because of the owner makes profit on electricity? My house average 175$/month for 3pcs of 1hp AC (1 in dinning room usually open 2h per day) other open around 10-12h/day ,1.5hp AC 12-14h/day, 1pcs of Two big doors Fruit Chiller , 1pcs of Fridge, 1pcs of Frozen Fridge, 1pcs of Air Fryer, 1pcs of Microwave, lots of lights etc.

@momvey5720 3 жыл бұрын

I know that place .i drive passt there every evening

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Oh really? It was a great place to live - we enjoyed it very much as we were close to Psar Kraom.

@juniperonthemoon 2 жыл бұрын

Hi are you still living in siem riep?

@ForRiel 2 жыл бұрын

No we moved to Kampot, then to Kep, and after that to Phnom Penh! Got to see the country a bit. 😀🙏

@juniperonthemoon 2 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel and how are you enjoying it? I'm in Saigon,been here the last 3 years:)

@PeterC245 3 жыл бұрын

Great review on a good value apartment, question how far by Tuk Tuk too Pub Street, in minutes, , Peter

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thanks Peter! Just checked on Google Maps - it's 20 minutes to walk, 6 minutes by motorbike, and 1.7km. PassApp should be the same as by motorbike. It would cost just under $1.

@mmagazineofficialmagazine1758 3 жыл бұрын

is that fully furnished at 160$?

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Yes right down to new bed sheets, crockery, cutlery, and tv, etc. That's normal here.

@ESL-O.G. 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible value!

@mickeyfromsiberia7265 3 жыл бұрын

Pretty nice place for this money)

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it was a bargain and we really enjoyed living there.

@GeneralDeFrance Жыл бұрын

I guess its more expensive now in summer 2023

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

About the same.

@ourfinesthour6994 3 жыл бұрын

What's the problem with the dogs?

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

They chase and bite. I definitely try to avoid them as I have been chased by packs many times. Spoke to a guy yesterday who had been bitten by a dog that lives in his alley, so it doesn't even make a difference if they know you.

@ourfinesthour6994 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel wow. Local authorities should do something about that. Stay safe.

@ourfinesthour6994 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel what good dogs do. facebook.com/1093508407/posts/10222571628374779/?sfnsn=mo

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

@@ourfinesthour6994 yeah I agree. It's an issue given that there is rabies here.

@JJ-vy2rh 3 жыл бұрын

Lovely apartment for the money, the value of course is better at the moment. Land very expensive in siem reap.

@rohitsengupta6822 3 жыл бұрын

I may have missed it, how did you find this place? Also which neighborhood is it in? Thanks, and I love your videos!

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rohit! Thank you for watching and commenting. IPS Real Estate showed this property to Jeremy as an afterthought, and it turned out to be the best of the bunch!

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

It's right behind BB University. I would recommend joining all the local expat Facebook pages they are a wealth of information.

@vvolf6179 3 жыл бұрын

Hi whats the name of the apartment, nice place. tku!

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

I think he calls it White House Apartments, but it's not an official name. They are really good value and we loved the location. Landlord is a really nice guy.

@vvolf6179 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel tku! but can't find them on internet.

@sandgroper6 Жыл бұрын

Like to contact you, I want to move to Cambodia

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

No worries - there's an email address in the 'about' section.

@robertvisser5031 3 жыл бұрын

👍🏽😀

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

😀 ^-^ 😀

@honestal2006 3 жыл бұрын

What do you reckon your chances are to win a free beer every time you open a Cambodian beer? Your new place looks so nice to be so crazy cheap! Thanks

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Well, we had 2 beers each last night and 3 out of 4 were winners! Glad you like the new place - price is right! Thanks for watching!

@honestal2006 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel 75%! This is important statistical research. Perhaps additional data points (12 pack) are needed to validate this study. I recommend rigorous documentation (via Livestream) from your roof deck with participants (house warming party).

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

@@honestal2006 that sounds like a splendid idea! You're right, we have a civic obligation to gather the ring pull data. It will be important to sample across brands, too.

@BIGJED75 3 жыл бұрын

@@honestal2006 actually it was 4 from 4 last night, I think we average in the high 70% of winners. Trying to set up a livestream soonish, but definitely before Christmas. Looking for some cheap chairs and a small local BBQ.

@edgregory1 3 жыл бұрын

With the Ganzburg and Cambodia brand it averages 1 out of three. To redeem it costs 500 riel. Cannot redeem at mimimart but at the wholesale shops.

@gunston999 Жыл бұрын

Any king cobra’s 🐍 about 😳

@ForRiel Жыл бұрын

Saw a tiny snake but no king cobra! That would be scary.

@sophealicechhiv3572 3 жыл бұрын

😍👍👏

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

:) :) :)

@ast-og-losta 3 жыл бұрын

A bum gun? Under what conditions would my ass need the use of a garden hose?

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Let's put it this way - if you sit down, that is a situation under which a bum gun would ordinarily be used. Its use generally involves wetting the entire area including the toilet seat. :)

@AlexVanOstran 3 жыл бұрын

I am going in this weekend to get my second pfizer covid-19 vaccine

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic news! I hope it goes well.

@TheAmeguru 3 жыл бұрын

What community or district is this? Any contact info?

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

It's directly opposite Besdoung Cafe, so if you google that you will see the location. Psar Kraom is just up the road. goo.gl/maps/Q8k4zP7FFZDM82AV6

@TheAmeguru 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel Thanks!

@ukulelechriswilson 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You, really not expansive.lllll

@ForRiel 3 жыл бұрын

No, it's cheap! We think it's a bargain and we love living here. Thanks for watching :)

@ukulelechriswilson 3 жыл бұрын

@@ForRiel Thank you Miss, i often come in Asia : Cambodia and Viet nam, and Thailand. The life is beautiful and Poeple are simple. I play Music Ukulele for Cild and Orphans.