Renting property in Phnom Penh ain't that easy as landlords may follow some certain patterns, which are almost unknown in the Western world.
Contracts may not even matter as some Khmer landlords are also kicking out Khmer according to their needs.
Of course, Phnom Penh has many honest and fair landlords, who really do care for their tenants, but one simply has to find them.
This unfinished house with a big garden was rented out to an American expat for $400 per month and he was expected to complete the construction.
What a lovely garden full of Mango trees with a great view on plenty of green and only a short ride from the heart of Phnom Penh city.