Rica Residence

Rica Residence Sentul is a freehold serviced apartment in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur. The project features an impressive array of 20 different unit types – from single-bedroom studio units to dual-key homes. Rica Residence Sentul is Fajarbaru Properties' maiden project in Malaysia, kicking off the Group's Rica Residence series which also comprises Rica Residence Kinrara and Rica Residence Malacca. This single-tower development stands 39 storeys high, with built-ups ranging from 657 sq ft to 1,238 sq ft.Thanks to its location right off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah (previously known as Jalan Ipoh), this project enjoys great accessibility and connectivity, especially for public commuters. Residents will also get to enjoy unobstructed views of the KL City skyline. In addition to that, the vast array of unit types and unique facilities make this project suitable for everyone, from single executives to medium-sized families.The biggest draw to this project is its proximity to the upcoming MRT2 Putrajaya Line, where Sentul West station will be only 150m away. The line stretches from Kwasa Damansara to Putrajaya, with Phase 1 slated to launch in 2022. Titiwangsa LRT station, Bandar Baru Sentul LRT station, and Sentul Timur LRT station are all about 2km away, while Sentul KTM station is within walking distance. This project is accessible via Jalan Tun Razak, Jalan Segambut, Jalan Sentul, Lebuhraya Sultan Iskandar Shah, and Duta-Ulu Kelang Expressway (DUKE). Residents are only about 6km away from KLCC and within 10km from the affluent suburbs of Hartamas and Mont'Kiara.Standing at 39 storeys tall, this project comprises 473 units in total with the smallest built-up at 657 sq ft, and the largest at 1,238 sq ft. The developer has also placed landscaped gardens on every three floors. Facilities are situated on Level 8 and Level 33A. Some of the more unique facilities include an open-air theatre, trampoline park, and glass sky bridge. The tower is served by five lifts, while the number of parking bays per unit differ depending on the unit type. 657 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom) 700 sq ft (1 bedroom, 1 study alcove, 1 bathroom)721 sq ft (1 bedroom, 1 study alcove, 1 bathroom): 732 sq ft (1 bedroom, 1 study alcove, 1 bathroom) 689 sq ft (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) 807 sq ft (1 bedroom, 1 study alcove, 1 bathroom) 818 sq ft (1 bedroom, 1 study alcove, 1 bathroom)657 sq ft + 226 sq ft terrace (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom) 850 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) 893 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 1 study alcove, 2 bathrooms)915 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 1 study alcove, 2 bathrooms) 893 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) 915 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) 947 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 1 study alcove, 2 bathrooms) 797 sq ft + 118 sq ft terrace (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) 990 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 1 study alcove, 2 bathrooms) 958 sq ft (3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms) 980 sq ft + 183 sq ft terrace (2 bedrooms, 1 study alcove, 2 bathrooms)1,098 sq ft (2 bedrooms, 1 study alcove, 3 bathrooms) 1,238 sq ft (3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms)Primary and secondary schools nearby include SJK (Tamil) Thamboosamy Pillai, SK Sri Dhandayuthapani, SMK Sentul Utama, SMK La Salle Sentul, SM Sains Seri Puteri, and Wesley Methodist School – all within a 5km radius.Thanks to its prime address in highly-connected Sentul, this project is within a 6km distance from major hospitals such as Prince Court Medical Centre, Kuala Lumpur General Hospital, and Hospital Sentosa.KL is the nation's shopping and entertainment pulse. As such, Times Square Shopping Mall, Pavilion, Suria KLCC, SOGO KL, and Publika Shopping Gallery are all located approximately 5km or less from the development. Sentul Raya Boulevard is about 3km away, a commercial area where residents can find banks, restaurants, cafes and convenience stores.Whether it's local street eats or luxurious dining, residents can enjoy the best of both worlds in the vicinity. Lau Heong Seafood Restaurant, Bistro Richard, and Ah Yap's Hokkien Mee are some popular foodie options within a 5km drive.Fans of theatre can visit the KL Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC) just 2km away, or host weekend picnics at Titiwangsa Lake Gardens about 5km from the property. Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) is also a mere 4km away.Rica Residence Sentul is about 3km from KL Metropolis, a RM20 billion ‘city within a city' which will see office towers, residential towers, malls, hotels, and more in a 75.5 acre mixed development. Other office blocks nearby include D6 and D7 @ Sentul East by YTL Land.Fajarbaru Properties is the property development arm of Fajarbaru Builder Group Bhd. Established in 1976, the group's principal interests aside from property include building construction, timber logging, logistics, and agriculture. Prior to Rica Residence Sentul, the group has completed projects in Melbourne such as the unique luxury apartment Gardenhill in early 2017.This project was launched in 2017 and completed recently in 2021. Keen buyers can request for a tour of the showflat from their headquarters at No. 61 & 63, Jalan SS 6/12, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.This development features a simple single-building layout, with the facilities and residential floors situated above the car parks. Residents can choose from views of Sentul Park, KLCC or Bukit Tunku, depending on their selected unit.The 20 layout types are broadly categorised into A, B and C. In general, Type A units have 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Type B units mainly consist of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, while Type C units are the largest with up to 3 bedrooms and bathrooms. Types A4, A7, A8, B7, B10 all have only one unit each, while both Type C1 and C2 units are dual-key layouts. Of note are the study alcoves included in some of the layout types, which can be used as home offices or study areas for students.Residents can expect to pay maintenance fees of about RM0.35 psf, which works out to between RM230 - RM434, depending on the unit.Based on PropertyGuru listings, rental rates for Rica Residence Sentul range between RM1,500 to RM2,900 monthly.Prices for Rica Residence Sentul units range from RM89,600 to RM986,400. The developer has also introduced savings such as exemption of Memorandum Of Transfer (MOT) stamp duty, Sale and Purchase Agreement (SPA) stamp duty, SPA legal fees, and 12 months' worth of maintenance fees. Eligible buyers can also enjoy a 5% Bumiputera discount. Find other similar properties in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur.