Island Glades

In the 1960s, Island Glades was a plantation land located in Georgetown, Penang which slowly transformed into the residential neighbourhood that it now is. Located along Lorong Delima, this freehold residential development is one of the oldest developments on Penang Island and till this day, a popular one among the locals for its central location with several new developments coming up on its outskirts wherever there is land available. History tells us that there were numerous attempts to rename this neighbourhood as Taman Mutiara in the early 1980s, but it never caught on. Prior to Island Glades being developed, Green Lane was a mere single country road leading south of the island. The neighbourhood rapidly developed between 1960 and 1975. New houses filled the former plantation land with a different colour roof per row. A vibrant sight to behold. Considered as one of the most sought-after neighbourhood on Penang Island for residential purposes or for investment opportunities for its central location, Island Glades is well-seasoned with regards to a multitude of amenities in close proximity. As a mature neighbourhood, one can find numerous facilities in the nearby location which has helped raise the standard of living for the people residing in the area. Several prominent primary and secondary schools, hospitals, pharmacies, libraries, convenience stores, retail outlets, post offices and much more can be found without much effort. Surrounded by lush greeneries has kept the area well ventilated with abundance of fresh air. Many major routes and internal service roads can be accessed via a short drive away radius from the location. Island Glades is a neighbourhood suited for family living. Located at a prime location which easily connects Island Glades to the adjacent areas, residents can commute easily from one place to another. The places are connected via Jalan Bukit Gelugor, the Jelutong Highway, Jalan Bukit Gambir and Jalan Yap Chor Ee. For those looking for commuting services can find the nearest transportation hub at Paya Terubong Rapid Bus Hub that lies in a walking radius of two kilometers from the neighbourhood. Island Glades can be reached via the Rapid Penang Bus numbered 11, 206 and 304 for the public transportation enthusiast. These buses will take residents in and out the city with ease. For families looking for the best primary and secondary schools in the area, look no further as there are several noteworthy schools to choose from in the area like the Hamid Khan Secondary School, Bukit Gelugor Primary School, Datuk Haji Mohd Nor Ahmad Secondary School, Bukit Gambir Primary and Secondary School, Convent Green Lane, Penang Free School and Chung Hwa Confucian Secondary School. To fulfil daily needs and necessities with regards to groceries, the nearest wet market to Island Glades is the Batu Lanchang Market. However, residents may opt to do their marketing at nearby grocery shops along Lorong Delima 6 - the commercial row of Island Glades or TESCO Penang. The only shopping mall in the vicinity is Gembira Parade, a rather non-happening community mall with limited number of shops. Residents can instead opt to drive out to Queensbay Mall not to far away (7.1 kilometers from Island Glades). The mall hosts a number of amenities such as retail outlets, supermarket, numerous eating establishments and watering holes, a cineplex, a gym, ATMs and more. The nearest hospital in case of emergencies is Lam Wah Ee Hospital. For any over the counter purchase of medications or medical necessities, one can find them in the nearest pharmacies like City Wellness Pharmacy and Medicare Pharmacy. There are as well a number of petrol stations along Green Lane like a Shell and BHP in Island Glades itself and a Petronas, Caltex and another Shell further down the road. Sited on a huge mass of freehold land, the neighbourhood consists of several residential developments like apartments, terraced homes and commercial centres. Houses on sale and for rent currently are on Lorong Delima 11 with sub-sale prices ranging from RM1,100,000 to RM1,980,000, equivalent to RM429 to RM929 per square foot. Should you prefer to invest in these properties and then lease them, monthly rental yields are approximately between RM1,500 to RM2,300. Prices vary depending on the built-up of the properties. The double-storey homes on Lorong Delima 11 come with four plus one bedrooms and three bathrooms with land sizes of 2,000 square feet and built-ups ranging from 1,409 square feet onwards. Every unit comes with a sizeable compound suitable for gardening and a long car porch that can possibly fit 4 cars. Should you find Gelugor, Penang Island as a place worthy of your investment or a place suitable for you to inhabit in, then you may consider and look into the following properties in the area; 11 Brook Residences, 11 Gurney Drive, 12 Khaw Sim Bee, 25 Jalan Gemas, 25 Lebuhraya Scot and 28 Logan.