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Continue Reading ⋅ 23 February 2021
Embodying beauty, elegance and serenity befitting its name is Ameera Residences. Ameera means “princess” in Arabic and that essence of a princess is echoed in the exclusive development by SDB Properties Sdn Bhd in SS2, Petaling Jaya. This development should not be confused with another similarly named project, Ameera Residence, in Kajang.
A refreshing addition to the SS2 township, Ameera Residences combines modernity with cosiness. With limited edition garden units and exclusive penthouses, Ameera Residences is crafted with attention to detail, landscaping, and well-planned interior spaces.
Ameera Residences was previously a development called Park 19 by Luxor Properties Sdn Bhd. It was bought over in 2005, and further enhanced by SDB Properties Sdn Bhd. The launch of Ameera Residences in early 2007 was reportedly well received, and units were snapped up quickly with many buyers being existing residents of SS2 and the nearby areas. 30% of sales were generated on its launch date, with many buyers unexpectedly showing more interest in the bigger sized units.
Address: Jalan SS2/72, Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Property Type: Condominium
Land Title: Freehold
Total Units:
- Villa Block – 53 units
- Tower Block – 273 units
Tenure: Freehold
Year of Completion: End 2009
Built-up Area:
- Villa Block: 1,729 sq ft – 3,480 sq ft
- Tower Block: 800 sq ft – 6,160 sq ft
Facilities:
- Swimming pool
- Gymnasium
- Multi-function hall
- Wading pool
- Children’s play area
Launch Price:
- Villa Block: RM501,000 to RM941,500
- Tower Block: RM358,000 to RM1.35 million
Launch Price Per Sq Ft: RM290 per sq ft
Maintenance Fee: RM0.26 per sq ft including sinking fund
Project Details
Ameera Residences is the first of 3 siblings in a 11-acre self-contained urban development by renowned developer SDB Properties Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of the Selangor Dredging Group. This 3-acre development was completed ahead of schedule at the end of 2009, followed by Five Stones in 2012, and a mixed development called The Hub across the Penchala River in 2018.
Ameera Residences comprises 2 sections – the low-rise villa block and the high-rise tower block, each with its own lobby and drop-off point. The blocks have been positioned to encourage natural lighting and ventilation, as well as to create a non-typical layout and outlook.
Ameera Residences features a colonnaded swimming pool on a resort-inspired deck, surrounded by lots of greenery, water features, and spacious common areas. Other facilities include an air-conditioned gymnasium, wading pool, children’s play area, and multi-function hall.
Part of the Villa block is only 4 and 5 levels high and house 17 units, while the other half is 12 levels high with only 36 units. There are 7 exclusive garden villas with private gardens that lead into the recreation deck, and 7 double-storey penthouses on the top floors. Size-wise, the typical units are spacious, ranging from 1,729 sq ft to 1,838 sq ft. All units face the facilities deck.
The Tower block houses 237 units with an average of 8 units per floor, and they range from 1,289 sq ft to 1,739 sq ft. There are 6 exclusive deluxe units and 4 double-storey penthouses measuring 2,760 sq ft and a massive 6,160 sq ft. Interestingly, there is only one unit each with 800 sq ft and 1,983 sq ft, the smallest and largest sized from the typical unit range.
Unit designs emphasise practical functionality, coupled with subtle resort-feel fittings. Each unit has a versatile lanai with adjustable aluminium framed lourved windows which can be utilised as additional creative space or as a cosy spot to relax and enjoy the view.
The design caters for spacious wet kitchens and yard area. Fittings provided include Italian dry kitchen, en-suite air-conditioned master bedroom and bathtub with hot water supply for the master bathroom.
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Unit Types |
Built-Up |
Launch Price |
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Villa Block |
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Type V1 – V6 |
· 1,729 – 1,838 sq ft |
From RM501,000 – RM941,500 |
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Type VG1 – VG6 Garden Unit |
· 1,889 – 2,119 sq ft · Includes garden |
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Type VP1 – VP6 |
· 3,332 – 3,480 sq ft · 2 levels · 4+1 rooms |
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Tower Block |
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Type T1 |
· 1,739 sq ft · 3 + 1 rooms |
From RM358,000 to RM1.35 million |
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Type T2 |
· 1,427 sq ft · 3 rooms |
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Type T3 |
· 1,583 sq ft · 3 rooms |
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Type T4 |
· 1,983 sq ft |
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Type T5 |
· 1,289 sq ft · 3 rooms |
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Type T6 |
· 800 sq ft |
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Type TD1 |
· 3,255 sq ft · 4 + 1 rooms |
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Type TD2 Deluxe |
· 2,738 sq ft · 4 + 1 rooms |
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Type TP1 Penthouse |
· 6,160 sq ft · 5 + 1 rooms · 2 levels |
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Type TP2 |
· 2,760 sq ft |
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Location
The mixed-development of which Ameera Residences is a part of is located next to Jasmine Tower, one of the oldest condominiums in the SS2, Petaling Jaya. There are multiple options to get to and from the development as it connects to the Federal Highway via Jalan Universiti, Lebuhraya Damansara-Puchong (LDP) via Jalan Harapan, and the SPRINT Expressway via various routes in Section 17, Petaling Jaya.
There are also multiple other accesses via the network of roadways in SS2 and the surrounding areas. For public transportation, the Phileo Damansara MRT station on the Sprint Highway is 2.8km away, while the Taman Bahagia LRT Station on the Kelana Jaya line is 2.4km away.
Ameera Residences is in a central location in SS2, Petaling Jaya, and a short drive from other townships such as Section 17, Damansara Utama, Damansara Jaya, Damansara Kim, and Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI). SS2 and these neighbourhoods are brimming with public amenities, restaurants and cafes offering a vast array of choices to suit various budgets and appetites. Just a stone’s throw away is Ameera Residences’ sibling development The Hub, host to a diverse variety of trendy restaurants and cafes.
Accessibility
- Lebuhraya SPRINT (SPRINT Expressway)
- Lebuhraya Damansara-Puchong (LDP)
- Lebuhraya Persekutuan (Federal Highway)
- LRT Taman Bahagia (KJ23)
- MRT Phileo Damansara (SBK12)
Education
- SK Taman Sea
- SJKC Puay Chai
- Nobel International School
- Kolej Damansara Utama (KDU)
- UNITAR International University
- Universiti Malaya
Medical Care
- Columbia Asia Hospital, Petaling Jaya
- Universiti Malaya Medical Centre
- KPJ Damansara
- Beacon Specialist Hospital
- Assunta Hospital
Shopping
- 3 Damansara
- Atria Shopping Centre
- Starling Mall
- Jaya Shopping Centre
Recreation
- Kelab Golf Perkhidmatan Awam
- TPC Kuala Lumpur (KLGCC)
- Royal Selangor Club, Bukit Kiara
- Jump Street Asia Trampoline Park
- The School, Jaya One
Analysis
SDB Properties Sdn Bhd has crafted itself as a premium property developer that build residences, commercial buildings, and hotels. As a true commitment to delivering quality, SDB Properties Sdn Bhd is one of the first Malaysian developers to offer a 36-month Defects Liability Period via a dedicated subsidiary SDB Support Services Sdn Bhd that manages remedial works for its projects.
As such, one can expect quality delivery with Ameera Residences. The development is already 10 years old, and yet it does not look its age due to the well and proper maintenance. It also prides itself as having one of the lowest maintenance fees in the area, which is comparatively low across the board, especially if compared to lower-end developments in the Klang Valley.
The location of Ameera Residences is undoubtedly central and ideal, easily accessible and connected. While the area is generally populated with very mature residential landed property, Ameera Residences is part of a stylish up-market mixed development together with Five Stones and The Hub elevating its demand as part of an exclusive enclave.
The combination of its appealing resort-like settings, low density, spacious and functional designs coupled with its excellent upkeep and maintenance is definitely appealing. Additionally, Ameera Residence is unconventionally pet-friendly, provided pets weigh below 7kg and generally do not cause any disturbances. This is certainly a strong selling point for the pet-lovers.
The price of Ameera Residences has appreciated significantly since its launch, with the typical sized unit currently hitting the seven figure mark. As at February 2021, it can garner a gross rental yield of approximately 3.38% per annum.
In a recent update, the nearby building previously known as SSTwo Mall, which shut down its operations approximately 5 years ago will be converted into a medical centre. There are also purported plans to launch 2 residential blocks on part of the existing site. This is likely to raise some concerns with the residents in the surrounding areas.
Another ongoing concern is the apparent resurgence of the proposed 34.3 kilometre Petaling Jaya Dispersal Link (PJD Link) expressway. This proposal is very similar to previous initiative, the Kinrara-Damansara Expressway (KIDEX) which was scrapped 6 year ago due to technical reasons.
The alignment of the PJD Link is likely to impact the landscape of the area as well as add on to the noise and pollution during and after construction. The project also has a proposed toll at Jalan Harapan which is one of the major access roads for Ameera Residences.
Here’s a quick look at residential properties in or close to SS2.
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Project |
Land Tenure |
Project Type |
Completion |
Built-up |
Approximate Launch Price |
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Ameera Residences by SDB Properties Sdn Bhd |
Freehold |
Condominium |
2009 |
800 sq ft – 6,160 sq ft |
RM358,000 |
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Jasmine Towers by Muda Bahagia Sdn Bhd |
Freehold |
Condominium |
1994 |
1,068 sq ft – 1,408 sq ft |
N/A |
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Ken Damansara 3 by Ken Rimba Sdn Bhd |
Freehold |
Condominium |
2008 |
1,057 sq ft – 1,200 sq ft |
RM180,000 – RM290,000 |
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Five Stones by SDB Properties Sdn Bhd |
Freehold |
Condominium |
2012 |
1,785 sq ft – 5,183 sq ft |
RM898,000 |
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Freehold |
Mixed Commercial & Residential |
2018 |
517 sq ft – 7,244 sq ft |
RM555,800 |
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Leasehold |
Serviced Residence |
2021 |
670 sq ft – 1422 sq ft
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From RM800 per sq ft |
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Ryan & Miho by OSK Property |
Leasehold |
Serviced Apartment |
2021 |
678 sq ft – 990 sq ft |
From RM550,000 |
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Freehold |
Serviced Apartment |
2022 |
From 922 sq ft |
From RM708,000 |
Summary
The resort-inspired Ameera Residences offers spacious comfort in a heart of Petaling Jaya. This low-density development showcases spacious layouts that flow pragmatically, with beautifully crafted facilities deck, and manicured landscaping.
PropertyGuru.com.my has sales listings for a 3-bedroom 2-bathroom partially furnished unit at Ameera Residences at RM1,100,000, while asking rental for a similar unit is RM3,100 per month.
Here are estimated loan figures for a Ameera Residences unit priced at RM1,100,000.
- LTV / margin of finance: 70%
- Down payment (30%): 330,000
- Loan amount: RM770,000
- Loan term: 30 years
- Interest rate: 3.2%
- Monthly repayment: RM3,330
- Approximate required gross annual income: RM134,000*
These calculations are based on the PropertyGuru Home Loan Calculator, as well as PropertyGuru’s Home Loan Eligibility and Affordability Calculator.
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* Assumptions: You have no other monthly debt obligations, and 30% of gross income will be spent on the housing loan. As a rule of thumb, banks usually loan up to 30% of your gross annual income.
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