Rubica @ Harbour Place

Rubica is a freehold serviced residence in the new township of Harbour Place in Butterworth, Penang. The developer behind this project is OSK Property, an acclaimed developer with a diverse portfolio of award-winning residential and commercial projects throughout peninsular Malaysia. Soaring 34 storeys above Butterworth, Rubica comprises 230 units of serviced suites with practical layouts of either 3 or 4 bedrooms. There are five types of layouts to choose from, with built-ups ranging from 946 sq ft – 1,335 sq ft. Rubica is the latest residential phase in Harbour Place. Regarded as ‘Butterworth's First Metrocity', Harbour Place is on track to become a mini-metropolis complete with full-fledged amenities – including a hypermarket, shopping mall, corporate towers, high-rise residences, hotels, and schools. Marketed as ‘seaview serviced apartments', Rubica's main draw for homebuyers is its unobstructed panoramic views. Depending on the unit's orientation, residents will get to enjoy sea views looking out onto the Straits of Malacca, views of the iconic Penang Bridge, or Butterworth's city skyline. Rubica is strategically nestled between Jalan New Ferry and Jalan Assumption, which are accessible via the coastal highway of Butterworth Outer Ring Road (BORR), the Butterworth-Kulim Expressway, and North-South Expressway (PLUS). The development is also a mere 1km to Penang Sentral – the state's main transportation hub. For those commuting to the island, the first Penang Bridge is only 7.5km away, while Penang International Airport is 27km away. Rubica comprises a 34-storey tower with a low-density layout of only 230 units in total. Five functional layouts ranging from 946 sq ft – 1,335 sq ft are available, and come with either 3 or 4 bedrooms. Each unit will come with 2 – 3 parking bays each. Notably, dual-key layouts are available as well, which can either be rented out or converted into a home office. Rubica features over 10 facilities on its facility podium, which is located on the development's 11th floor. These include the usual suspects – a gymnasium, swimming pool, jacuzzi, game room, and reading room, as well as family-friendly facilities such as a children's playground and wading pool. Just 850m away is SK Convent Butterworth, while its secondary school counterpart – SMK Convent Butterworth – is located 2km away. Other schools within a 3km radius include SRJK(C) Chung Hwa Pusat Butterworth and SJK(C) Chung Hwa 1, while Penang International Dental College and Stradford International College are both within a 4km radius. Comprehensive medical care can be found nearby, in the form of Bagan Specialist Centre (3km), Seberang Jaya Hospital (6km), and KPJ Penang Specialist Hospital (11km). Targeted for opening in Q4 2022, the upcoming Sunway Medical Centre Seberang Jaya (4km) will house 180 beds and 53 outpatient specialist clinics. Major malls such as Sunway Carnival Mall, Megamall Penang, and the upcoming GEM Megamall are all within 6km from this project. Grocery shopping needs are well-catered for, thanks to the presence of three hypermarkets nearby – Econsave (2km), Lotus's Seberang Jaya (5km), and AEON BiG (7km). Rubica's prime location in Butterworth's main town of Raja Uda means residents are never short of dining options. Bee Tin Curry Mee, Kyo Japanese Vegan Restaurant, Planet Burger Taman Mewah, and Maharani Indian Cuisine are just a sample of eateries available within 1km of this development. For day-to-day eats, the Old Market Food Court 290m away is a popular neighbourhood hawker joint. The Butterworth Art Walk and Butterworth Digital Library – both approximately 3km away from Rubica – make for a wholesome, educational afternoon out with the family. For a relaxing evening by the sea, Pantai Robina (Robina Beach) is a popular rocky beachfront attraction just 11km away. Aside from being Butterworth's main city centre, the Raja Uda township also enjoys seamless access directly into Georgetown – Penang's state capital and vibrant Central Business District. Meanwhile, the greater Seberang Perai is home to a flourishing industrial sector, where various industrial parks such as Prai Industrial Estate can be found. OSK Property – the property development arm of leading conglomerate OSK Group – is an established developer with over 55 projects across Peninsular Malaysia. Founded in 1997, OSK Property boasts a number of acclaimed property awards, awarded for their recent projects of Iringan Bayu in Seremban and Windmill Upon Hills in Genting Permai. This project is slated for completion in 2023. Keen homebuyers can request for a visit of the showflat at Harbour Place Sales Gallery, Lot 2449 & 2450, Jalan Chain Ferry, Seberang Perai Utara, 12100 Butterworth, Penang. Operating hours are between 9.30am – 6.00pm daily. Harbour Place is sited on 27 acres of prime freehold land, and is set to be the largest township in Butterworth. Its coastal location facing bustling Georgetown translates to a high demand for high-rise residences, where residents can appreciate serene seaside views while living just a stone's throw away from the island. Rubica neighbours other condominiums in Harbour Place such as Wellesley Residences and Park View Tower. This project will feature flexible and functional layouts with either 3 or 4 bedrooms. In addition to maximising natural sunlight and ventilation within the homes, units are also fitted with large windows and balconies – allowing residents every opportunity to take in the stunning city / sea views from the comfort of their home. Launch prices for this development starts from RM435,000 and onwards, depending on the unit.