Sea-View Studio on the 5th Floor, Aura Condominium, Chalong

Few units at this budget in Phuket come with a sea view: this 29 sqm studio sits on the fifth floor of Aura Condominium in Chalong, close to Rawai, and looks towards the water. It has one bathroom, is sold fully furnished and equipped, and includes access to the development's pools and gardens.

Aura is a two-building, seven-storey project arranged around a central swimming pool and green courtyard areas. Shared facilities run to three zoned pools, a spa with Turkish bath and Finnish sauna, coworking space, a children's play area, a restaurant and secure parking.

The studio is held leasehold, with the option to join the project's managed rental pool for hands-off letting income. The sea view should help both nightly rates and resale interest relative to the inward-facing units.