Rakyat Sungai Putat

Rakyat Sungai Putat is a leasehold low-cost apartment in Kampung Sungai Putat, Batu Berendam, Melaka. Rakyat Sungai Putat was under the People’s Housing Project, some may know it as the Projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR), which was introduced by the government in the year of 2001. Unfortunately, the developer for this People’s Housing Project is unknown. Thus, no similar projects are found under the same developer. Despite that, there are other similar developments that were also under the People’s Housing Project. Moreover, there are over 80,000 units all over the nation. The main audience for Rakyat Sungai Putat apartment is usually small families, this apartment is only equipped with the basic necessities. Thus, basic facilities are provided making it very convenient for the residents. Kampung Sungai Putat is a very relaxing housing area, unlike Kuala Lumpur areas, which are very hectic and congested. The location of this area is indeed strategic, as it is very accessible. There is a cafe bistro within the Rakyat Sungai Putat area, which is within walking distance, thus, very convenient for people without transport. Also, there are many schools and educational institution that is located just around the corner, such as, Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Tun Mutahir and Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Munshi Abdullah, SJK (C) Wen Hua, SK Bukit Beruang, which are just a few minutes’ drive from Rakyat Sungai Putat. For instance, it is only 2km from Rakyat Sungai Putat to Multimedia University (MMU), which is only an eight minutes’ drive. Other amenities including petrol stations, fitness center, mosque, veterinary clinics, grocery shops and more, all are a short drive away. For example, Klinik Kesihatan and Pergigian Ayer Keroh are just 2km away from this Rakyat Sungai Putat apartment. In addition, Melaka Airport (MKZ) is only 6 minutes’ drive away from Rakyat Sungai Putat apartment, which is extremely convenient for people that is working in the airport. Rakyat Sungai Putat apartment not only features facilities like multipurpose hall and kids’ playground are open for residents’ use, but also, offers single-tiered security. Rakyat Sungai Putat is comprised of six blocks and each block is a 5-storey tall building. Thus, it carries 336 residential units in total and the average size of the unit is roughly around 700 square feet. Each unit includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms which is pretty decent and suffice for a family of four. In addition, covered car parks are provided. Rakyat Sungai Putat is one of the projects the People’s Housing Projects of Sungai Putat, Melaka, also known as the Projek Perumahan Rakyat (PPR). It was completed in the year of 2013 and was under the management of Joint Management Body, also known as the Badan Pengurusan Bersama, with the state government. The initial listing price for each unit was somewhere between RM35,000 to RM50,000, which is way lower than the market price, usually this would cost around RM300,000 for a unit. This is because the objective of PPR is to reduce the burden for people with monthly income that is lower than RM3000. Not only that, PPR aimed to help those who are unable to get a housing loan from the bank, they can rent the unit rather than purchasing it if their finances does not allow it. Moreover, big companies like Henry Butcher Malaysia (Mont’ Kiara) Sdn Bhd, Gamuda Land, Mah Sing Group Bhd, Sunway Group and much more, have committed to improve the living of PPR residents by improving the infrastructures, such as introducing new facilities like community library and children daycare center. Not only that, they are also committed to provide job intern opportunities and food aid, hoping to improve the PPR residents life by making their life easier and convenient. Projects around that area including projects like Flat Batu Berendam, Kiara Apartment, Peringgit Heights, Rakyat Sungai Putat, Residensi Melaka Tengah 1 and Taman Batu Berendam Putra.