Sri Hartamas property is both highly desirable and extremely popular, but what’s family life like in this affluent neighbourhood nestled to the west of Kuala Lumpur City Centre?
With outstanding accessibility via major highways, alongside some impressive local schools, there’s no doubt that Sri Hartamas is a neighbourhood that’s got a lot going for it when it comes to family. Here are some of the highlights for you to explore if you’re considering a move to this upmarket neighbourhood.
Supermarkets in Sri Hartamas
There’s no happy family without good food, but luckily Sri Hartamas has some easy options for supermarkets and shopping in the local area.
Supermarket chain Mercato has a large store in the lower floor of the Hartamas Shopping Centre at Plaza Damas, offering a wide range of fresh produce alongside the usual supermarket staples. You can also find an excellent range of imported produce to explore. Shoppers in the area may also take advantage of other smaller markets and shops nearby, including Lee’s Frozen Food which stocks frozen meats and fish alongside bulk purchase items, as well as speciality Japanese grocers.
Nearby Desa Sri Hartamas business and residential area also offers a range of smaller shopping options for local residents, including a number of minimarkets and supermarkets that specialise in Korean food.
Thanks to its excellent connectivity and links to local highways, residents can also easily access shopping in nearby areas such as Damansara, Mont Kiara and Bangsar.
Parks and Recreation in Sri Hartamas
Sri Hartamas is home to a number of small parks and play parks, providing some easy outdoor options for families. Sri Hartamas Park boasts a full-sized basketball court, as well as a limited range of outdoor fitness apparatus. It’s popular in the mornings and evenings, but offers a great, local and accessible outdoor space for the neighbourhood.
Slightly further afield is the larger Taman Rimba Kiara, a retired rubber estate that now provides a popular destination for outdoor activities. Dog-lovers might also want to explore Central Park in nearby Bandar Utama, a lovely 10-acre outdoor space, and one of the few openly dog-friendly parks in KL.
Perdana Botanical Garden
Equally accessible for residents of Sri Hartamas is the nearby Perdana Botanical Garden, a beautiful green oasis right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur. This relaxing park area is also home to Kuala Lumpur Butterfly Park and Kuala Lumpur Bird Park.
Those looking to avoid the heat might want to explore local indoor options, thanks to some great indoor play areas at nearby shopping malls. J-kids in Publika Shopping Gallery provides a fun and family-friendly indoor playground and party space to keep your little ones entertained. Young Explorer Kid’s Gym in nearby Mont Kiara is located on the top floor of the Mont Kiara mall, providing a great indoor playground for the kids.
Schools in Sri Hartamas
A great school is an essential foundation to a positive family life, so understanding the local opportunities is an important consideration in any house move. Kuala Lumpur benefits from an impressive range of world-class international schools alongside a great public school system.
Beside the region’s public schools, residents of Sri Hartamas benefit from access to a number of private educational establishments. Mont Kiara and Damansara neighbourhoods host respected international schools such as Cempaka International School, Mont Kiara International School, and Garden International School, all reachable within a short drive.
The British International School, Alice Smith School, and Havil International School also provide respected schooling opportunities within easy travel distance, accessible within 15 minutes of Sri Hartamas by road.
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