i-Residence @ i-City, Shah Alam

Reviewed by iProperty Editorial Team, June 2025Quick Summaryi-Residence @ i-City is a freehold serviced apartment within the i-City integrated development in Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, Selangor, developed by i-City Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of i-Berhad. 366 units are spread across two 33-storey high-rise towers containing 346 suite apartments, and low-rise villa blocks containing 20 duplex units. Built-up sizes range from 715 sq ft to 3,734 sq ft across suite and duplex formats. The project was completed in 2015 and carries MSC Malaysia Cybercentre status. Its main locational strength is the forthcoming Seksyen 7 Shah Alam LRT station at approximately 650 m and full integration within the 72-acre i-City township of retail, leisure, and office components. Practical trade-offs include Federal Highway-adjacent noise, peak-hour congestion on Federal Highway access points, and the LRT station's opening remaining pending as of June 2025.Key FactsProject name: i-Residence @ i-CityDeveloper: i-City Sdn BhdParent company or group: i-BerhadLocation: Jalan Multimedia, i-City, Seksyen 7, 40000 Shah Alam, SelangorProperty type: Serviced apartmentTenure: FreeholdLand title type: Residential strataMSC status: MSC Malaysia CybercentreTotal units: 366 (346 suite apartments in 2 high-rise towers; 20 duplex villa units in low-rise blocks)Number of towers: 2 high-rise towers at 33 storeys each; low-rise villa blocksUnit size range: 715 sq ft to 1,357 sq ft (suite apartments); 2,529 sq ft to 3,734 sq ft (duplex villas)Nearest upcoming LRT station: Seksyen 7 Shah Alam LRT (Shah Alam Line LRT3), approximately 650 m (under construction; opening pending announcement as of June 2025)Car park allocation: 1 bay for Types A, B, C; 2 bays for Type D duplexMaintenance fee: RM 0.24 per sq ft per monthCompletion: 2015What Is i-Residence @ i-City? Overview and Core Identityi-Residence @ i-City is a freehold serviced apartment in Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, developed by i-City Sdn Bhd, a property development subsidiary of i-Berhad, a Shah Alam-based listed investment holding company founded in 1967. The project was completed in 2015 and holds MSC Malaysia Cybercentre status, reflecting i-City's designation as a federal government-endorsed digital city development along the Federal Highway.366 residential units are divided between two 33-storey high-rise towers with 346 serviced apartment suites and low-rise villa blocks with 20 duplex units. Suite units are partially furnished with air conditioners, kitchen cabinets, hood, hob, and water heaters, and are oriented North-South for cross-ventilation. The duplex villas at 2,529 sq ft to 3,734 sq ft represent a larger-format strata product uncommon in the Shah Alam high-rise market.Where Is i-Residence @ i-City Located? Location and Public Transporti-Residence @ i-City is located within the 72-acre i-City integrated development at Jalan Multimedia, Seksyen 7, Shah Alam, along the Federal Highway corridor between KL city centre and Klang. The township includes Central i-City Mall, hotels, MSC Cyberoffices, and the i-City Theme Park within the same address.The Seksyen 7 Shah Alam LRT station on the LRT Shah Alam Line (LRT3) is approximately 650 m from i-City and is under construction, with its official opening date pending announcement as of June 2025. Bus routes 780, 783, and SA06 serve the i-City area. Padang Jawa KTM Komuter station on the Port Klang Line is approximately 2 km away, providing current rail access toward KL Sentral and Klang.What Roads Serve i-Residence @ i-City? Road Access and Traffic Realityi-Residence @ i-City is fronted by the Federal Highway, with the Sungai Rasau toll interchange providing direct entry from both the Kuala Lumpur and Klang directions. The NKVE, KESAS Highway, and NPE are reachable within a short drive, connecting toward Subang Jaya, Klang, and Petaling Jaya.The Federal Highway is one of the Klang Valley's most congested arterial roads. Weekday morning peaks toward KL city, typically between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM, and evening peaks toward Klang between 5:00 PM and 8:00 PM, can significantly extend journey times from i-City. Shah Alam city centre is approximately 5 km away. Subang Jaya is approximately 10 to 15 minutes off-peak.What Are the Unit Sizes at i-Residence @ i-City? Unit Layouts and Parkingi-Residence @ i-City offers suite apartments in the high-rise towers and duplex villa units in the low-rise blocks.Suite apartments (high-rise towers):Type A: 715 sq ft, smallest suite formatTypes B and C: 715 sq ft to 1,357 sq ft range, 2 to 3 bedrooms1 car park bay allocated for Types A, B, and CDuplex villa units (low-rise blocks):Built-up sizes from 2,529 sq ft to 3,734 sq ft20 units total across low-rise villa blocks2 car park bays allocated per duplex villaAll suite units are partially furnished. 100 Mbps broadband infrastructure is provided as part of the MSC Cybercentre designation.What Facilities Does i-Residence @ i-City Have?Facilities at i-Residence @ i-City include a 50-metre infinity lap pool, children's pool, lifestyle gymnasium, multi-purpose function area, squash court, badminton court, children's playground, BBQ area, and eco-modern landscaping. Security card access is provided throughout and 24-hour security is maintained.Residents of i-Residence also benefit from the i-City township's broader offering, including Central i-City Mall, the i-City Theme Park, and food and beverage outlets within walking distance within the same integrated address.Is i-Residence @ i-City High Density? Density and Vertical Living366 total units across two 33-storey towers and low-rise villa blocks represents a low unit count for a high-rise development in the Shah Alam market. Each high-rise tower accommodates approximately 173 suite units across 33 residential floors, a modest loading per floor that keeps lift demand relatively manageable compared to towers with 500 or more units.The low-rise duplex villa blocks add a distinct product tier within the same freehold address. The broader i-City township is a high-footfall destination with a theme park, mall, hotels, and offices, which means the shared podium and access roads within i-City serve a population larger than the residential community alone.What Amenities Are Near i-Residence @ i-City?ConnectivitySeksyen 7 Shah Alam LRT station (Shah Alam Line LRT3), approximately 650 m, under construction (opening date pending as of June 2025)Padang Jawa KTM Komuter station (Port Klang Line), approximately 2 kmBus routes 780, 783, SA06 serving i-CityShopping & AmenitiesCentral i-City Mall, within the i-City townshipGiant Hypermarket Shah Alam, within approximately 1 km of i-CityAEON Mall Bukit Raja, within approximately 10 kmFood Paradisei-City township food and beverage outlets, within the developmentSeksyen 7 commercial area, approximately 1 kmTop SchoolsSK Padang Jawa, within approximately 2 kmSRJKC Taman Rashna, within approximately 2 kmUniversiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Shah Alam, approximately 3 to 4 kmManagement and Science University (MSU), within approximately 5 kmLeisurei-City Theme Park (City of Digital Lights, SnoWalk, WaterWorld), within the townshipShah Alam Lake Garden, approximately 5 km by carGlenmarie Golf and Country Club, within approximately 8 kmAll distances are approximate, measured from Jalan Multimedia, i-City. Drive times are off-peak estimates. The Federal Highway bordering i-City is a high-congestion corridor during weekday peak hours.How Does i-Residence @ i-City Compare With Nearby Condominiums?i-SOHO @ i-City (Seksyen 7, Shah Alam) is a serviced residence within the same i-City township under i-Berhad. i-SOHO comprises two 43-storey towers with 956 units, with built-up sizes from 464 sq ft to 805 sq ft. The significantly higher unit count and smaller unit sizes position i-SOHO as a higher-density, investor-oriented product. i-Residence, by contrast, offers larger suites starting from 715 sq ft and includes the unique low-rise duplex villa format not available at i-SOHO.Hyde Tower (i-City, Shah Alam) is a freehold serviced residence also within i-City, developed by i-City Properties Sdn Bhd, comprising approximately 517 units across approximately 36 storeys with built-up sizes from 465 sq ft to 760 sq ft. Compared to i-Residence, Hyde Tower targets a more compact unit profile with a higher total unit count. i-Residence's suite range starts at a larger 715 sq ft and adds the duplex villa category, appealing to buyers seeking more built-up space within the same freehold i-City address.Who Is i-Residence @ i-City Suitable For?i-Residence @ i-City may suit professionals working within the i-City MSC Cybercentre ecosystem and residents who value the township's integrated retail and leisure offering within walking distance. The partially furnished suite units from 715 sq ft are practical for working couples and small families. The low-rise duplex villas at 2,529 sq ft to 3,734 sq ft target larger households seeking freehold strata living at a spacious built-up in Shah Alam.The forthcoming Seksyen 7 Shah Alam LRT station will increase the development's rail accessibility upon opening, making it more relevant for residents commuting toward Petaling Jaya and KL via the Shah Alam Line. Until then, car or bus access is the primary commuting option.What Are the Main Trade-Offs to Consider?The Federal Highway borders i-City directly, and noise from the highway is a practical consideration for lower floors and units oriented toward the Federal Highway side. Traffic on the Federal Highway during weekday peaks is a daily reality for residents commuting toward KL or Klang.The Seksyen 7 Shah Alam LRT station's opening date remained pending as of June 2025, meaning rail connectivity is not yet operational for current residents. Buyers purchasing ahead of the LRT opening assume some uncertainty about the opening timeline.The broader i-City township generates significant visitor and commercial activity, particularly from the theme park and mall. This affects parking and internal road congestion within i-City during peak weekend and evening hours, which affects residents accessing and exiting the development.This digest is based on verified developer sources, official transport data, and map-confirmed distances as of June 2025.