Cheap 2-storey houses are not as hard to find as you might think.

With the rising cost of land, cheap 2-storey houses are not easy to find these days. For those who are thinking hard about where to find them, there are currently cheap 2-storey houses to choose from, both for those who want to build their own houses and there are options from housing projects as well as second-hand houses to choose from.

Cheap 2-storey house, know the characteristics well before buying

The two-story house is a house with the lower and upper floors having the same area ratio. While the functions and rooms of each floor are separated, and connected by a staircase. There are 3 types of two-story houses:

1. Two-story townhouses: The walls of this type of two-story house are attached to both sides of the neighbors (except for houses on corner plots, which are attached on only one side). The usable area and functions are suitable for small families. The price is lower than other types of two-story houses.
2. Two-story twin houses: Some part of the house is connected to the neighboring house. There is space on the side of the house. The usable area and functions are suitable for small to medium-sized families. The price is in the middle between townhouses and single houses.
3. Two-story single houses: High privacy, with space around the house, lots of usable space and functions, suitable for medium to large families. The price is higher than other types of two-story houses.

Each type of 2-storey house, suitability and price:

Advantages of a 2-storey house

1. Can be built on a limited land area for families with many members who want privacy. Even with a small land area, a 2-storey house can be built. If built on the same size land area, a 2-storey house will have twice the usable area of ​​a single-storey house.
2. Privacy Having more usable space inside the house than a single-story house allows for more room divisions, whether it be bedrooms, private areas, or bathrooms, allowing family members to feel more private and less cramped, while also getting a larger shared living space.
3. The heat transfer inside the house is good because it is a 2-story house with a roof and ceiling, and the upper floor of the house is above the lower house, so the lower house does not receive direct sunlight. The air is therefore cooler than the upper floor and cooler than a single-story house.
4. There is more storage space. In case of having a lot of belongings, a 2-story house is a better solution. Or even in case of flooding, having a 2-story house not only allows the residents to escape the water and live upstairs but also provides storage space to escape the water on the 2nd floor of the house.

Limitations of a 2-storey house

1. High budget. In the case of building your own house, having 2 floors and more usable space means higher construction costs than a single-story house. In the case of buying a 2-storey house, the price will be higher than a single-storey house as well.
2. Not easy to build, and requires experts. Since the structure is a 2-story house, it is necessary to use experts in design and construction because there is the issue of appropriate weight bearing and the selection of weight-bearing materials involved. If you choose an inexperienced contractor, there may be subsequent damage.
3. It takes more time to clean. Since there is more usable space than a single-storey house, cleaning also takes more time.
4. Not convenient for the elderly/people in wheelchairs/small children For the elderly or people in wheelchairs, if living on the upper floors of the house, daily life will be inconvenient because they may have to go up and down the stairs. Small children who are climbing age may also have accidents while climbing the stairs. However, the elderly or wheelchair users can use the room on the lower floor as a bedroom.

Where can I find a cheap 2-storey house?

For those with a limited budget but want a cheap 2-storey house, there are 3 main options to choose from:

1. Build it yourself. This is suitable for those who already have land and it is a small plot of land while having a limited budget for building a house. Currently, there are many free house plans from the Department of Public Works, Bangkok, in various styles and price ranges, starting from no more than 1 million baht, which is an interesting option for those who want a cheap 2-story house.
2. Buy a new house from a housing project. If you are looking for a cheap 2-story house in a housing project, there may still be options in the suburbs, perimeters, or provinces where the land price is not very high.
   You should choose to buy a house in a reliable project. Even though it is far from the city, you should choose a project that is located in an area where you can travel into the city easily, not far from your workplace, school, shopping area, or hospital for the convenience of your family members’ daily lives.
3. Buy a second-hand house. This is another option for those who want a cheap 2-storey house. In addition to the suburbs, perimeters, or provinces, with the same budget as buying a new house, you may have the opportunity to get a cheap 2-story house in the city.
   Currently, you can find information on buying and selling second-hand houses through many channels, including buying directly from the owner, buying from the bank (NPA assets), and auctions from the Department of Enforcement. and purchasing through real estate agents or from real estate marketplace websites such as property