To find housing in Pattaya, which is smaller than Bangkok, I would use a service such as Pattaya Sunny Rentals--they are good at finding affordable places. In Bangkok, they will help you if you pay more than 20,000 a month. In Pattaya, your housing should be about 10, 000 baht a month.
The difference in housing is usually based on location, size, and newness of the building. Things in Thailand are based on meters so a 32 square meter place is normally a decent sized room in USA.
Question One--What is the function of your room?
Ask yourself how often are you going to be in your room? If you're just using it to sleep, eat, and rest, then small will be okay, but if it's going to be a major place for you to be, then you need a larger room.
Question Two--do you need swimming pool/fitness room?
Some places have both or none, some places come with a washing machine and refrig. Air conditioning is a must in Thailand.
Question Three--Transport
How will you get around? Do you plan to use motorcycle taxis or walk? Pattaya doesn't have the mass transit options that Bangkok does.
Question Four--Long term or short?
A two year lease will usually get you a smaller rental fee each month, but if you break it, you will lose your deposit. Foreigners usually pay three months deposit.
Question Five--Location
I would prefer to live in the Theprasit area or Jomtien, but if your job is in the heart of Pattaya such as by Central then you must live closer. I would stay away from beach road and first as those areas are 24 hours a day busy.
Finally, take a walk around the area you plan to live at different times to see what it's like.
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