What are common services and facilities that come with the properties in Phnom Penh?
The most common services that are often included in many apartments in Phnom Penh are internet (Wi-Fi), cable, and cleaning. Having these services provided in your monthly rental spares you from headaches.
First of all, the cost of services themselves. Individually sourced home speed internet costs at least $15/month plus router purchase & installation fee, basic digital cable costs $10/month (plus a $49 installation fee), and cleaning costs on average $10 – $15 per time for a small 1-bedroom apartment. Typically, the landlord or property manager is able to negotiate for lower prices with service providers when they have numerous units.
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Furthermore, if there are any service interruptions, the landlord or property management will handle them on your behalf because the outage also affects them. Having all of these services included saves you time and effort, as well as the irritating inconvenience of making payments at numerous offices.
Aside from services, many new apartment buildings include facilities such as a swimming pool, fitness center, steam, and sauna. Having these facilities on-site affects your well-being and lifestyle. Otherwise, you have to travel and sign up for a membership, and the options are limited.
Here are some examples of swimming pool and fitness center membership fees in Phnom Penh:
- The Place Gym: A monthly membership at The Place Gym costs $180 or $15 per session per individual. The membership includes access to the gym’s swimming pool, fitness center, and group fitness classes.
- Phnom Penh Sports Club: A monthly membership at Phnom Penh Sports Club costs $60 per individual. The membership includes access to the club’s swimming pool, fitness center, and group fitness classes.
- Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra: A monthly membership at the Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra costs $180 per individual. The membership includes access to the hotel’s swimming pool, fitness center, tennis courts, and squash courts.
In total, these services (internet, cable, cleaning, and fitness membership) can add up to between $145 – $265 per month, along with energy and time spent. These elements out to be taken into consideration when deciding apartments.