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The Manhattan is an ambitious take by United Engineers Limited, in living the persona of a high end residential project in the hustle and bustle of Jalan Raja Chulan. In the midst of the ever evolving metropolitan city, The Manhattan aims to provide a luxurious standard of living that suits Kuala Lumpur as an international hub for business and leisure. Towering around 30-storey high with panoramic views of iconic landmarks such as Suria KLCC, Menara Kuala Lumpur and the shopping haven, Pavilion, The Manhattan is indeed making itself appealing to younger urban home owners living in the city centre.
Project Description- The Manhattan
Address: 61, Jalan Raja Chulan, 50200, Kuala Lumpur
Property Type: Condominium
Land Title: Residential
Tenure: Freehold
Land Area: 0.47 acres
No. of Towers: 1
No. of Storeys: 30
No. of Units: 129 units
Built Ups: 588 sq. ft. to 1,285 sq. ft.
Unit Types:
Type A 1 Bedroom 729 sq. ft.
Type B1 1 Bedroom 588 sq. ft.
Type B2 1 Bedroom 603 sq. ft.
Type B3 1 Bedroom 748 sq. ft.
Type C1A 2 Bedroom 1,019 sq. ft.
Type C1B 2 Bedroom 944 sq. ft.
Type C1C 2 Bedroom 946 sq. ft.
Type C1D 2 Bedroom 936 sq. ft.
Type C1E 2 Bedroom 872 sq. ft.
Type C2A 2 Bedroom 1,055 sq. ft.
Type C2B 2 Bedroom 1,095 sq. ft.
Type C2C 2 Bedroom 1,044 sq. ft.
Type P1 1 Bedroom 958 sq. ft.
Type P2 1 Bedroom 998 sq. ft.
Type P3 3 Bedroom 1,285 sq. ft.
Type P4 2 Bedroom 1,031 sq. ft.
Furnishing: Fully Furnished and Partially Furnished
In-House Facilities and Amenities:
- Nursery
- Multi-purpose Hall
- BBQ Area
- Outdoor Café
- M&E Room
- Prayer Room
- Gym
- Sky Pool
- Children’s Pool
(Note: All located at level 8)
Selling Price Range: RM999, 600 to RM2.1 mio
Price per sq. ft.: RM1,700 per sq. ft.
Maintenance Fees: RM0.40 psf
Expected TOP: Q3 2017
Event/Show Units: Closed. If interested, please call 03-79573999.
Project Details
The Manhattan: What’s in it the name?
The current status of The Manhattan
Well, sadly The Manhattan has no longer has its sales gallery that was built at the actual construction site.
“We tore down the gallery once the construction begun. We started to do the piling and we knew it was not possible to have the gallery at the site,” said an UEL representative when contacted.
In fact, getting hold of the developer for more information on The Manhattan could lead to inconvenience for potential buyers. The contact number stated on the signboard at the site is no longer in used and information on the website is also outdated.
Number is no longer available
“We moved to a new office. And we thought that it wouldn’t be necessary to replace the board since there aren’t many units available. The Bumiputera quotas has reached its maximum and we are left less than 10 units for the non-Bumis,” continued the representative.
There are a wide selection of units at The Manhattan. With its designs and allures, the condominium is definitely fishing for young and single working adults who have leisure and practicality in mind. In fact, they are cashing in on one bedroom apartments (Type A and Type B) that are deemed as best suited for these working yuppies.
Type A’s floor plan (Source UEL)
There are 60 units starting at 729 sq. ft. This can roughly lead to at least RM1.2 mio for a one bedroom unit. The living area is indeed spacious, where residents would still be able to entertain guests and throw some parties. In fact, it has extra space that acts as a study area. And nothing beats the feeling of going home to a hot bubble bath and this unit is no exception in providing a luxurious bathroom to the occupants. Take a sip of your favourite drink and enjoy a hot bath in its spacious bathtub!
Spacious living area that includes a study area (Source UEL)
Kitchen provides sufficient space for solo folks or a couple (Source UEL)
Spacious master bedroom won’t disappoint home owners (Source UEL)
The bathroom is the selling point for owners who yearns for comfort and relaxation after a hard’s day of work (Source UEL)
Most Type A and B units are located facing the Kuala Lumpur Tower, and the tower can be seen clearly with some exceptions of the presence of office buildings that are growing like mushrooms, and this include a Public Mutual building that is currently in the process of completion. This might get in your way.
Among the views waiting for some of The Manhattan residents
For those who are not flying solo, there are various range of units that can adapt to your lifestyle. There are 58 units of Type C with two bedrooms, ranges from 872 sq. ft. to 1095 sq. ft. Most units are facing Suria KLCC and Berjaya Times Square/Bukit Bintang area. It might be quiet impossible to catch a full glimpse of KLCC due to the rapid development around the area alone as every building is getting bigger and taller these days. Just be prepared to accept the fact that there would only be shadows of the iconic shopping complex from your window.
Among the ranges of Type C that includes Type C1A (Source UEL)
Spacious living area that fits a family (Source UEL)
The combo of the dining area and the kitchen projects ample of space (Source UEL)
As highlighted, the baths are the selling point of The Manhattan for relaxation and comfort (Source UEL)
The other rooms are tight but with better storage management, it is livable. Just do not hoard (Source UEL)
Type C units cater to smaller families or couples who need an extra room for guests. The layout varies according to its sizes. The smaller the unit gets, the tighter it becomes. Do bear in mind that there is a second room, and there might be some compromises with the location of the balcony and the sizes of the master bedroom. For instance, Type C1D, has a rather small balcony located at the master bedroom instead of the living room. And C1C has a lanai in its master bedroom.
The larger units do provide ample breathing space and in fact would be suitable for those with a small family. The second bedroom is within a liveable living space. Adequate for a child’s room. A multi-purpose IKEA keeping storage might come in handy and would do the trick in dealing with small rooms with tight spaces. And it’s another great way to curb hoarding too!
With the various allocation of units, The Manhattan is well equipped with various version of penthouses, that can both accommodate a single lifestyle to a family living.
Penthouse 1 is a 958 sq. ft. with one bedroom. In comparison the other type of units within the same size, Penthouse 1 seems to be a better value for investment. Smart use of space can come a long way as residents can create a second room given the double volume unit’s capacity.
The units located facing Suria KLCC and Berjaya Times Square/Bukit Bintang. Hopefully, by being placed at the highest level, residents will be able to see these iconic malls especially the majestic KLCC.
Meanwhile, for those with money to burn, Penthouse 3 might fit the bill. Sized at 1,285 sq. ft., the unit has three bedrooms with two bathrooms and two balconies. Its spacious living and dining area gives comfort of a home especially to those living with family members.
The units are facing Suria KLCC and Berjaya Times Square/Bukit Bintang and located at the highest floor. The view can be as close as impeccable! With its double volume, residents of these units can once again maximise on its size by perhaps adding an additional room by using the space wisely .
Location
The Manhattan is yet another elite and luxurious residential project being built along the hustle and bustle stretch of Jalan Raja Chulan. Being a part of the metropolitan city’s hub, Jalan Raja Chulan can provide an edge when it comes to the pricy postcode area of 50200. In order to stand tall with various elite residential areas within Kuala Lumpur such as Bukit Bintang, KLCC and Ampang, Jalan Raja Chulan is now thriving on up and coming condominiums’ stature including The Manhattan.
Map to The Manhattan (Source DTZ)
Well connected to other ‘90210’, its neighbouring streets included Jalan Sultan Ismail, Changkat Raja Chulan, Jalan Mesui and the famous Lorong Ceylon.
Menara Kuala Lumpur among the enticing sights of The Manhattan
Presumably, working folks who seek for convenience of commuting are the prime target buyers. There are numerous office buildings within the reach of The Manhattan and these included Wisma MPL, Menara AIMS, Menara Ambank, Menara PMI, Menara Boustead, Wisma Goodhill, KWSP, Herbalife Malaysia, Menara Weld, Menara Affin, Menara MIDF and Menara ING.
The jams can be quiet a headache if one opts to live around Jalan Raja Chulan
Most of these offices are just within a walking distance or a short drive from the condominium. Well, if you are in no rush heading to the office, it would be great to walk rather than drive. At least you’ll get your heart pumping and you could definitely do some calorie burning.
Yet the area can get extremely crowded and busy on the weekdays especially during the rush hours in the morning and later on in the evening. There will always be continuous flow of traffic and it is definitely not your home away from the city madness. If you are looking for ‘zen’ in the city centre, this is definitely not the location for you. But if you do insist of staying here due to its strategic location, just have an open mind in embracing the rush hours and bottleneck jams on a daily basis.
But there might be a glimmer of hope for some peace and quiet during the weekends. Most of the offices are closed, while the clubs and bars would only be opened later during the evening. Do enjoy those precious hours of silence!
Residents of The Manhattan do need to walk a fairly tolerable distance to the monorails and LRTs. There are quite a few monorails around, these include Raja Chulan Station, Bukit Nanas Station and Bukit Bintang Station. Meanwhile, the nearest LRTs are Dang Wangi Station and KLCC Station. All within ten minutes by foot. If you are not in the mood to walk to these train stations, taxis would be your next best option. Just hail for one, by the roadside.
Pavilion is a train away (Source UEL)
The Manhattan is also located closely to some of Kuala Lumpur’s renowned shopping complexes. Suria KLCC, Avenue K, the Golden Triangle that consists of Fahrenheit, Pavilion and the ever so quirky Sungai Wang; ‘a must go to mall’ that caters to budget retailing and unbranded fashion outlets are accessible quiet easily by foot or by public transportations. Residents of The Manhattan can definitely optimise their shopping accessibility by venturing off further to Low Yat Plaza and Berjaya Times Square for some gadget and gizmos shopping. Bargaining is welcomed!
Single and ready to mingle? The Manhattan is located within the Kuala Lumpur’s nightlife haven and this would definitely excite those who live by the mantra ‘work hard and play hard’. Or just play hard, really.
Nightlife is vibrant (Source UEL)
Changkat and Ceylon Roads are within walking distance for a night out in town. Just walk along the inner roads towards Lorong Ceylon, and you will hear the loud thumping music from Trance to Reggae or noises of conversation made by club goers.
You can’t go wrong living within the hub of KL’s social scene (Source UEL)
The Social, Envie Club, The Ceylon Bar, Never Mine Bar, Reggae Bar KL, Werner’s and Frangipani are among the many entertainment outlets for social butterflies. The young and hip would definitely enjoy hopping from one club to another as they can enjoy partying from dusk till dawn.
If you are not into loud music and smoky ambiance, there is always the serene bar of No Black Tie where music goers can enjoy some classy jazz and acoustic performances by seasoned and up and coming singers from the entertainment scene.
Changkat and Ceylon are not just for those who seek for nightlife’s thrills and spills. There are a string of restaurants for those who just need a place to chill and to get good food. From French to Spanish cuisines right down to Malaysians’ favourite restaurant, the mamak.
Pinchos Tapas Bar, Le Buochon, The Magnificent Fish and Chips Bar, Ciccio Ristorante, El Cerdo Restaurant, The Establishment, Nerotica, Bijan Bar & Restaurant and Daikanyama are among the many international and local gastronomical options that one can entice their sophisticated taste buds with.
Even the quirky Dining in the Dark KL is just around the corner!
And imagine the amount of money you could save from paying ridiculous parking fees charged around the area just by walking to Changkat and Ceylon? For pre-emptive measure, travel in groups and be careful if you are taking the suggestion to walk there.
Analysis
Price Analysis
| Name | Land Tenure | No. of Block | No. of Storeys/Units | Selling Price |
| The Manhattan(By Peninsular Smart Sdn Bhd)
Completion by Q3 2017 |
Freehold | 1 | 30 storeys/129 units | RM 1.02 mio to RM 2.18 mio |
| Dorsett Residences Bukit Bintang(By Dorsett Bukit Bintang Sdn Bhd)
Completion by Q4 2017 |
Freehold | 1 | 30 storeys/252 units | RM1.2 mio to RM 2.6 mio |
| Tribeca Bukit Bintang(By Low Yat Group)
Completion by Q4 2017 |
Freehold | 1 | 37 storeys/318 units | RM 1.3 mio to RM 3.8 mio |
About the Developer
United Engineers Limited (“UEL” or the “Company”, and together with its group of subsidiaries, the “Group”), founded in 1912, is one of Singapore’s pioneer companies that played an integral role in the physical and economic transformation of Singapore. Building on its early engineering roots, the Group evolved into a dynamic corporation with key businesses in property services and environmental engineering today.
The Group has developed numerous iconic buildings that define the Singapore landscape including Orchardgateway, UE BizHub CITY (formerly known as UE Square), UE BizHub EAST, as well as the mixed-use development at one-north comprising The Rochester, Rochester Mall and Park Avenue Rochester. The Group also owns Changi Link, Rochester Mall, The Seletar Mall and UE Square Shopping Mall as well as manages the Park Avenue chain of hotels and serviced suites.
In 2013, the Group acquired a stake in another centennial company WBL Corporation Limited (“WBL”). Following this acquisition, the Group’s businesses now include Distribution, Manufacturing and Technology.
The Group was honoured as the 11th oldest company in the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce and its flagship building, UE BizHub CITY, was marked a historic site in 2002 by the Singapore National Heritage Board. In 2014, the Group was awarded the BCI Asia Top 10 Developers Award by BCI Asia. (Source UEL)
Summary
Decision… Decision… Decision… The Manhattan does push potential buyers’ budget to a limit given the existence of some ‘hiccups’ of the establishment. It would be better to consider the location, feasibility, means and purpose before tempting to purchase a unit here.
If work seems to take a toll on your life in regards to frequent late nights at the office, The Manhattan certainly ticks all the boxes for you especially when your office is a stone throw away. Why drive when you can walk to work?
For those who appreciate the ‘work hard, play hard’ mantra, the condominium is definitely a place to consider as the night scene within the area is vibrant and endless. And it fits fine for single people or young couples starting out life in the metropolitan city.
