Desa Marina Flat
Desa Marina Flat (or Pangsapuri Desa Marina) is a collection of low-cost freehold flats in Teluk Bahang, Penang. It comprises three blocks of 5-storey walk-up flats. Built-ups range from approximately 465 sq ft – 689 sq ft, with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
Concept
Located in the quiet seaside town of Teluk Bahang, Desa Marina is an aged, low-cost flat built to provide affordable housing for the lower-income group. It is conveniently located within 1km to bus stops, SK Teluk Bahang, and the Teluk Bahang Market.
Accessibility and Amenities Near Desa Marina Flat
This project is located along Lengkok Teluk Bahang, accessible via the main road of Jalan Teluk Bahang. It is approximately 31km to the Penang Bridge and 38km to the Second Penang Bridge (Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge). Penang International Airport is 40km away.
Public transportation in the area is served by Rapid Penang Bus 101 and 102, with the nearest bus stop about 750m away at SK Teluk Bahang.
Facilities and Project Details
Desa Marina Flat comprises three blocks in total – two rectangular blocks, and a denser U-shaped block on the other end. These are partitioned by a small road named Lengkok Teluk Bahang 2. Each block is 5-storeys tall.
Built-ups in this development range from approximately 465 sq ft – 689 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Shaded and open-air parking is available throughout the premises.
Schools/Colleges/Education Institute
SK Teluk Bahang is just a 750m walk from this project, while SMK Teluk Bahang is about 1.2km away. Other nearby schools include SJK(C) Eok Hua (1km), SJK(C) Pai Chai (7km), and The International School of Penang (6.5km).
Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management & Technology (TAR UMT) Penang is the nearest university, located about 14km away.
Medical Centres
Klinik Kesihatan Teluk Bahang is only 800m from this residence. For more comprehensive medical care, residents can head to major hospitals in George Town such as Gleneagles Hospital Penang (20km) and Penang General Hospital (21km).
Shops/Shopping Malls
Grocery shopping is a breeze with Teluk Bahang Market (Pasar Teluk Bahang) located just 1km away. Otherwise, major shopping malls such as Straits Quay Retail Marina, Gurney Paragon, Gurney Plaza are approximately 15km – 20km away in George Town.
Restaurants/Eateries
Nearby restaurants within a 1.5km radius include Tai Tong Seafood Restaurant, Nasya Western House, and Sajidah Cafe among many others. Additionally, Hard Rock Cafe in Batu Ferringhi is just 5km away.
Recreation & Leisure Options
Teluk Bahang is a nature lover’s heaven, with nearby attractions such as the Teluk Bahang Dam, Penang National Park, Tropical Fruit Farm, and Tropical Spice Garden. Thrill-seekers and adventure lovers can also seek out ESCAPE Penang (1km), while Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm is located right next to it.
Job Opportunities
Primarily a fishing town, Teluk Bahang and neighbouring Balik Pulau is home to a flourishing ecotourism and agrotourism economy. With Batu Ferringhi just a 5km drive away and bustling George Town about 20km away, residents enjoy the best of both sides of the island.
Site Plan
Desa Marina Flat is located on freehold land next to United Hokkien Cemeteries Teluk Bahang. The U-shaped block is sited within a gated compound of its own, while the other two blocks are also located within gated premises. Other residential developments nearby include Aseania Court and By The Sea in Batu Ferringhi.
Desa Marina Flat for Sale
Current selling prices for Desa Marina Flat range from approximately RM150,000.