From two-storey terrace to a serviced apartment, find out what kind of property you can get with an RM 800,000 budget.
Millennials, raise your hands if you’ve been personally victimised by baby boomers telling you things like “When I was your age, I was already married with 5 kids and I owned my own house” or “If you cut down the number of bubble tea drinks you buy in a week, you would have been able to afford a house by now”.
But here’s the thing, finding a home you love can be HARD in this day and age, regardless of your age and the amount of bubble tea you drink — especially when you’re on a budget. So I took to iProperty’s listings to see what kind of property I could get with a budget of RM 800,000 in Klang Valley – and the results may surprise you…
Subang Jaya, RM 780,000
Located in SS12, this fully furnished, well-maintained condominium is a waterfront resort-style condominium with a three-tier security system. Facilities provided include a barbeque pit for hosting a family gathering, a children’s playground for kids to play, a swimming pool and gymnasium for you to get your workout done and a mini-market for when you’re feeling lazy to drive out for an ice-cream.
Address: The Boulevard, Persiaran Wangsa Baiduri 12/1, Subang Jaya
Built-up size: 1,776 sq ft
Layout type: 3+1 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms
Facilities:
- Barbeque area
- Business centre
- Cafeteria
- Covered parking
- Gymnasium
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging track
- Mini market
- Nursery
- Playground
- Sauna
- Swimming pool
- Wading pool
- 24hr-security
Mont Kiara, RM 680,000
Just because you’re living outside of KL city centre, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the wondrous view of KLCC. Besides getting an unobstructed view of the city skyline, the unit is fully-furnished with contemporary designs and furniture. The 6,000 square foot sky terrace also features a sky gymnasium, a gaming room and a jacuzzi.
Address: Verve Suites, Jalan Kiara 5, Mont Kiara
Built-up size: 555 to 876 sq ft
Layout type: 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom
Facilities:
- Barbeque area
- Cafeteria
- Covered parking
- Gymnasium
- Mini market
- Playground
- Salon
- Sauna
- Squash court
- Swimming pool
- Wading pool
- Tennis court
- 24hr-security
Read More: 5 auction properties in Mont Kiara below RM800,000
Kota Damansara, RM 685,000
This fully-furnished studio apartment is not only centrally located, but you can also enjoy the pristine view of the Sri Selangor Golf Club. The unit also comes with a high ceiling and large window, allowing an abundance of natural light to stream into your home. On top of all that, it’s connected to Surian MRT, making commuting to work and other parts of Klang Valley easier than ever.
Address: Bayberry @ Tropicana Gardens, Persiaran Surian, Kota Damansara
Built-up size: 601 sq ft
Layout type: 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom
Facilities:
- Barbecue area
- Business Centre
- Cafeteria
- Covered parking
- Gymnasium
- Jacuzzi
- Mini market
- Playground
- Sauna
- Swimming pool
- Wading pool
- Tennis court
- 24hr-security
Dutamas, RM 620,000
Fancy living under a canopy of half-a-century-old forest trees? Well, you’re in luck because The Era at Dutamas is designed with a revolutionary urban forest concept in mind in a 14.8-acre mixed-residential development. Enjoy over 100 lifestyle facilities, including a luxurious 100m swimming pool, hanging pavilions, a water maze and a special gourmet kitchen.
Address: The Era, Jalan Segambut, Dutamas
Built-up size: 1,033 sq ft
Layout type: 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms
Facilities:
- Barbecue area
- Business centre
- Cafeteria
- Clubhouse
- Covered parking
- Gymnasium
- Jacuzzi
- Jogging track
- Mini market
- Nursery
- Playground
- Salon
- Sauna
- Swimming pool
- Wading pool
- 24hr-security
Read more: 7 properties in Johor you can afford with RM2,500 monthly instalment
Setia Alam, RM 780,300
This fully-furnished semi-D is ideal for a big family. With 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 opulent bathrooms, there is plenty of space for you to raise your kids. On the outside, you can enjoy a well-equipped playground for children to play with and a jogging track for all exercise enthusiasts to keep their body fit. The best of all, you can do all these without worries as this area is under constant security watch.
Address: Jalan Selasih U12, Seksyen U12, Setia Alam
Built-up size: 2,357 sq ft
Layout type: 4 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms
Facilities:
- Covered parking
- Jogging track
- Playground
- 24hr-security
Klang, RM 490,000
This two-storey terrace home can be extended to a two and a half-storey house, and all you need to do is add a staircase to connect both floors, a door (or not), flooring and some minor renovation. Since it’s a bare unit, it allows you to stretch your creative muscles and design your dream home. If you aren’t sure what kind of interior design style to go for, take this quiz to narrow down your options.
Address: Meru 6 Mile, Klang
Built-up size: 1,800 sq ft
Layout type: 4+1 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms
Facilities:
- Jogging track
- Playground
Read more: 7 properties in Penang you can afford with RM2,500 monthly instalment
Shah Alam, RM 750,000
This 2,000 square feet landed home in Shah Alam is not only big in size (plenty of space for you to display your furniture and home decor), but it is also well-equipped with air-conditioning, water heaters and kitchen cabinets. You can also sleep better at night knowing that this area is under constant security watch and patrol.
Address: Taman TTDI Jaya Seksyen U2, Shah Alam
Built-up size: 2,100 sq ft
Layout type: 4+1 bedrooms + 3 bathrooms
Kota Damansara, RM 480,000
If accessibility is what you’re looking for, then you’ve come to the right place. This fully-furnished apartment — think air conditioning, kitchen cabinets, water heater, stove and wardrobe — is easily accessible via major highways like NKVE. Don’t feel like driving? Take the KTM from Sungai Buloh or Kepong Sentral to your destination. For the days when you just don’t feel like leaving the vicinity of your home, there are tons of shopping places and eateries for you to choose from.
Address: D’Rimba Apartment, Jalan Kenlayang 11/14, Kota Damansara
Built-up size: 1,040 sq ft
Layout type: 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms
Facilities:
- Barbeque area
- Business centre
- Clubhouse
- Covered parking
- Gymnasium
- Jogging track
- Nursery
- Playground
- Sauna
- Squash court
- Swimming pool
- 24hr-security
Read more: 7 properties you can afford in Klang Valley with RM2,500 monthly instalment
Damansara Perdana, RM 230,000
This beautifully-designed home in Damansara Perdana features a whole host of facilities and amenities like a business centre, a mini-market and cafeteria, a nursery, a barbeque area – even a salon. On top of all of that, the condominium is surrounded by shopping malls, shops, schools, medical clinics and easily accessible public transportation to bring you anywhere and everywhere.
Address: Ritze Perdana, Jalan PJU 8/2, Damansara Perdana
Built-up size: 382 sq ft
Layout type: 1 bedroom studio + 1 bathroom
Facilities:
- Barbeque area
- Cafeteria
- Clubhouse
- Covered parking
- Gymnasium
- Jogging track
- Minimarket
- Nursery
- Playground
- Salon
- Sauna
- Swimming pool,
- Wading pool
- Tennis court
- 24hr-security
KL City, RM 330,000
Operated as both a hotel and serviced apartments, this steal is situated right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city centre with prime shopping malls like Suria KLCC, Pavilion and Lot 10 located just 10 minutes away! What’s more, it’s also close to the Asian Heritage Row, which is famous for its pubs and restaurants, perfect for days when you’re too busy to prepare a meal at home.
Address: Maytower Serviced Residences, Jalan Munshi Abdullah, Kuala Lumpur
Built-up size: 351 sq ft
Layout type: 1 bedroom studio + 1 bathroom
Facility:
- Barbeque area
- Business centre
- Cafeteria
- Clubhouse
- Gymnasium
- Jogging track
- Mini-market
- Playground
- Sauna
- Swimming pool
- Wading pool
- 24hr-security