Damar Residence, Papar, Sabah

Damar Residence is a leasehold serviced apartment in Tropika Park City – a new township in Papar, Sabah. The developer behind this project is Zalam Corporation Sdn Bhd, a multidisciplinary construction company boasting over 45 years of excellence with projects in both Sabah and Kuala Lumpur. Damar Residence comprises a single 24-storey tower with 360 units. Buyers can choose between an intermediate unit (780 sq ft) or corner unit (840 sq ft).

Live in tune with nature at Tropika Park City, a 30-acre integrated oasis where 27% of the development will be dedicated to landscaping and greenery. Amidst Damar Residence and other commercial developments is a 2.96-acre Central Park serving as the pulse of the township. This park will be further connected to the rest of the township via 2.4km of walking paths and 1.7km of designated cycling tracks.

Damar Residence is accessible via Jalan Pengalat Lok Kawi and Jalan Putatan. The Pan-Borneo Highway is only 1km away, bringing residents just 11.6km to Kota Kinabalu International Airport and 18.3km to Kota Kinabalu Town. In addition, Kinarut Railway Station is a mere 1.5km away.

Damar Residence is the first phase of Tropika Park City, a brand-new township in Papar, Sabah. The 24-storey tower comprises 360 units of serviced apartments with built-ups as detailed below. Each floor houses 15 units served by 3 lifts, with only four Type B layouts per floor. Each unit is allocated one parking lot each.

Indulge in poolside lounging or an after-work yoga session at the Residents Clubhouse – a 2-storey clubhouse home to a gymnasium, yoga room, co-living lounge, and multipurpose hall. The swimming pool sits right next to the clubhouse, connected to a stretch of landscaped greenery comprising the children’s playground, BBQ area, gazebo, and herb garden. The developer has also included a car wash bay in the corner of the compound.

Tadika Sinar Suria, SJK(C) Kin Kiau, SK Pekan Kinarut, and SMK Kinarut are all within a 2km distance from the property. There is also SK Kem Lok Kawi 7km away. For tertiary students, the nearest college is Sunrise ITC (International TVET College) 600m away, while INTI College Sabah is approximately 8km away.

The nearest clinic is Kinarut Health Clinic (2km), while comprehensive medical care can be obtained at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (16.8km) and Papar Hospital (21.5km). 

Tropika Park City’s master plan includes future commercial developments such as Elm Square and Elm Walk. In the meantime, grocery shopping can be done at Gmart Kinarut (650m), Standard Supermarket (850m), Golden Dragon City (1km), Pasar Sabindo (1.5km), or Maju Cold Storage (2km). 

On the weekends, shop to your heart’s content at one of the many malls in Kota Kinabalu Town such as 88 Mall, City Mall Shopping Centre, Riverson The Walk, and Imago Shopping Mall to name a few.

The nearby Lok Kawi Point is home to a wide array of local eateries including MR.FISH Restaurant, Pan Borneo Restaurant, and Masabah’s Rendang. Craving fast food? Head to Palm Square Commercial Centre in Kinarut, where you’ll find KFC Kinarut just 1km from the residence.

Aside from Tropika Park City’s very own Central Park, there is the Lok Kawi Wildlife Park (7km) – a family-oriented zoo comprising both a botanical site and zoological site. Motorsports enthusiasts will also enjoy living just 6km from Borneo Palinda Motorsports Park. 

Excitingly, two major tourism developments – the proposed KK Resort City and Lok Kawi Resort City – will both be located just 2.5km from Damar Residence.

Damar Residence is located just 18.3km from Kota Kinabalu Town. Lok Kawi Industrial Estate is approximately 3km away as well, and is currently home to companies such as Desa Integrated Food Industries Sdn Bh.

Zalam Corporation Sdn Bhd was first established in 1976 as a multidisciplinary construction company. Today, the company boasts a significant presence in Sabah while being headquartered in Sri Petaling, Kuala Lumpur. Other residential projects by this developer include Signal Hill in Kota Kinabalu and Cloudtree Residence in Cheras.

This project is slated for completion in July 2025. Keen buyers can request a visit to the showflat at Lot 14-1 and Lot 15-1, LKH Galleria, Lok Kawi, 89600 Papar, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia.

Damar Residence is sited on a plot of rectangular land in Tropika Park City. From the entrance gate, residents are first greeted by the Residents Clubhouse and Landscape Greenery. The apartment is located in the middle, surrounded by covered outdoor parking lots.

Both Types A and B have a foyer which opens up into the open-plan living, dining, and dry kitchen area. The master bedroom is the only bedroom with an ensuite bathroom. Meanwhile, both layouts are equipped with a wet kitchen/yard area as well as a balcony.

Indicative maintenance fees for Damar Residence are approximately RM0.31 psf, which works out to between RM241.80 – RM260.40, depending on the unit size. 

Launch prices for Damar Residence start from RM352,000. Based on iProperty listings at the time of writing, current selling prices range from RM350,500 – RM352,000