Malaysia’s capital city Kuala Lumpur also happens to be one of the country’s largest. Home to millions, KL remains a favourite destination for those looking to purchase a beautiful home to settle down in.
After all, Kuala Lumpur’s property market gives people access to many unique types of homes, such as townhouses, semi-detached houses, and condominiums.
With the inauguration of the Sungai Buloh-Kajang MRT line (commonly abbreviated as the SBK line) in 2017, traversing Kuala Lumpur has become much simpler.
The SBK line serves the wider Klang Valley region, which includes the city of Kuala Lumpur itself, as well as neighbouring Selangor.
Thanks to the new SBK MRT line, many major residential and commercial neighborhoods in Klang Valley that used to be considered far-flung suburbs have become easily accessible.
If you’re looking to shift to a new home in Kuala Lumpur or any of its surrounding areas within the Klang Valley, you could consider purchasing property in these locations, all of which are in close proximity to the SBK MRT line.
1) Mont Kiara
Cosmopolitan and sophisticated, Mont Kiara is the premier location to settle in if you’re willing to part with a generous sum of money for a new house.
Mont Kiara’s high expat population, coupled with the presence of international schools makes it an exciting multicultural hotspot.
Food is an integral part of what makes this neighbourhood so appealing, with cuisines from several countries being served across cafés and restaurants in the region.
Mont Kiara also abounds with natural greenery, making it an ideal spot for treks, hikes, camping and picnics.
In terms of residential property, the locality features condominiums, serviced apartments and semi-detached houses – there’s something for everyone.
The SBK’s Pusat Bandar Damansara station transports people to the vicinity of Mont Kiara via feeder buses.
Quick Stats:
- Median price of properties (based on units sold over a duration of 12 months): RM 1.72 million
- Compound annual growth rate (of median price of properties): 15.9%
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
- Bungalows/Villas in Mont Kiara
- Terraced Homes/Link houses in Mont Kiara
- Condominiums/Apartments in Mont Kiara
2) Kota Damansara
What used to be a forest is now a trendy hub of residential buildings, gardens and country clubs.
If you’re a particularly outdoorsy person and the type to enjoy going on a family hike or a picnic amidst lush greenery, you should consider looking into property in Kota Damansara.
From condominiums to bungalows to medium-scale apartments, there’s a wide variety of residential properties to be found in Kota Damansara.
The Tropicana Gardens is an upcoming integrated resort which is slated to comprise of luxurious service apartments, a five-storey mall, and offices.
Popular family attractions include the glitzy Sunway Giza Mall and Encorp Strand Mall, which offers a wide variety of leisure, retail, and entertainment options.
The Kota Damansara Community Park Forest are excellent outdoor options for those wishing to go on hikes, outdoor picnics and play sports.
The Kota Damansara MRT station serves this neighbourhood, and is a part of Kuala Lumpur’s SBK MRT line.
Several feeder buses to and from the station carry passengers into the adjacent residential and industrial areas as well, making commuting from this area very convenient.
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3) Bandar Utama
It’s hard to believe that Bandar Utama (popularly known as B.U.) was a ghost town merely a quarter of a century ago.
The Bandar Utama of today is home to a bustling student population, thanks to the presence of several schools and universities in the region.
From trendy cinemas to massive luxury shopping malls and recreational centres, Bandar Utama is a place where the young and happening come to study, play and live.
If you happen to work for a multinational company and are house-hunting in Bandar Utama, you’re in luck – the offices of companies such as KPMG and IBM are located there.
The Bandar Utama station lies on the SBK line, and transports people to the Bandar Utama region, as well as the neighbouring TTDI region.
The Bandar Utama station is also connected to the iconic 1 Utama Shopping Centre, providing a convenient post-work shopping outing if you need to pick a few things up on the way home.
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
- Bungalows/Villas in Bandar Utama
- Terraced Homes/Link Houses in Bandar Utama
- Condominiums/Apartments in Bandar Utama
4) Taman Tun Dr. Ismail
Initially home to massive stretches of rubber plantations, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail (often abbreviated as TTDI) underwent several phases of redevelopment before it came to resemble the upscale township it is today.
One of the most sought-after residential addresses in all of Kuala Lumpur, TTDI is where all the cool kids go to hang out – so living here means you’re in the centre of all things hip.
A good mix of townhouses, landed properties and high-rise buildings populate this affluent town, providing a multitude of options for buyers.
The Taman Tun Dr. Ismail station (TTDI) is a part of the SBK MRT line, and serves the populations of the TTDI township in Kuala Lumpur, as well as the Damansara Utama region in Selangor.
Quick Stats:
- Median price of properties (based on units sold over a duration of 12 months): RM 1.8 million
- Compound annual growth rate (of median price of properties): 26.7%
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
- Bungalows/Villas in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail
- Terraced Homes/Link Houses in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail
- Condominiums/Apartments in Taman Tun Dr. Ismail
5) Cheras
Apart from heavy traffic and occasionally unpredictable weather, Kuala Lumpur’s Cheras township is known for having delicious food.
If you’re suddenly hungry in the middle of the night, take a stroll along the Taman Connaught Night Market, where you can find an assortment of delicious street snacks.
When in Cheras, one can find apartments, terraced houses, flats, condominiums, townhouses and serviced residences.
Retail giants such as Giant, Carrefour and Hero serve people’s domestic and lifestyle needs, while malls such as Leisure Mall and Phoenix offer consumers a wide variety of food and beverage, shopping and entertainment options.
One can get to Cheras via the SBK MRT line, by alighting at the Taman Pertama MRT or Taman Midah MRT stops.
Quick Stats:
- Median price of properties (based on units sold over a duration of 12 months): RM827,000
- Compound annual growth rate (of median price of properties): 8.6%
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
6) Damansara Heights
You’ll not ever run out of things to do if you were to move to Damansara Heights, a prosperous neighbourhood which has been home to some of the most luxurious accommodations since the ’70s.
Also known as Bukit Damansara, the area features residential homes in various styles:
- semi-detached bungalows,
- condominiums,
- terraced houses,
- penthouses and
- apartments are all available for rent or purchase in Damansara Heights.
Otherwise known as Kuala Lumpur’s very own “Beverly Hills”, Damansara Heights is easily one of Malaysia’s priciest markets for homes.
Shopping and commercial such as MidValley Megamall, Plaza Damansara and Bangsar Shopping Centre cater to the varied needs of the local community.
Damansara Heights can be reached by the Pavilion Damansara Heights-Pusat Bandar Damansara MRT Station, as well as the Semantan MRT Station, which are both part of the SBK MRT line.
Quick Stats:
- Median price of properties (based on units sold over a duration of 12 months): RM5.3 million
- Compound annual growth rate (of median price of properties): 18.4%
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
- Bungalows/Villas in Damansara Heights
- Terraced Homes/Link houses in Damansara Heights
- Condominiums/Apartments in Damansara Heights
7) Sungai Buloh
Once home to a community of leprosy patients, Sungai Buloh now boasts advanced research centres and rehabilitation facilities dedicated to the treatment and eradication of the disease.
The neighbourhood also hosts plenty of high-end gated communities, along with sprawling terraced homes, bungalows and townhouses.
Sungai Buloh is now known for containing luxury houses such as the Sierramas and the Valencia. All of these homes come with security, swimming pools, running tracks, and convenience stores.
If you enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking or jogging, head down to the Sungai Buloh Wetland Reserve.
The Sungai Buloh MRT station serves as a terminus for Kuala Lumpur’s SBK MRT line, which provides transportation to the rest of the town area.
Quick Stats:
- Median price of properties (based on units sold over a duration of 12 months): RM924,000.
- Compound annual growth rate (of median price of properties): 4.1%
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
- Bungalows/Villas in Sungai Buloh
- Terraced Homes/Link houses in Sungai Buloh
- Condominiums/Apartments Sungai Buloh
8) Kajang
Once populated with coffee estates, Kajang has since evolved into a modern township with a strong connection to its past.
The town is notable for the protection and preservation of its Pre-War Era shophouses, which have been transformed into restaurants, banks and clinics.
Those searching for beautiful, yet pocket-friendly homes will find many condominiums, bungalows, gated communities and townhouses in this suburban town.
While Kajang used to be a fairly quiet neighbourhood, it has recently transformed into a sprawling urban oasis.
Spacious residential projects with modern amenities and vast expanses of land has made Kajang an attractive place to settle down in.
The Kajang area is served by the Kajang MRT station on the SBK MRT Line, as well as the Stadium Kajang MRT station.
Quick Stats:
- Median price of properties (based on units sold over a duration of 12 months): RM868,000
- Compound annual growth rate (of median price of properties): 9.1%
Properties Of Interest In This Area:
Each neighborhood along the SBK MRT line has something unique to offer in terms of housing types and styles, environment, amenities, culture and ambience.
Whether you prefer to live in a condo that is in a quieter area closer to nature, or wish to settle down in a prominent locale where residential buildings are within easy reach of the SBK MRT line, the Klang Valley region has something for everyone.
So, come and find out how you can easily invest in properties in Malaysia!
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