Finding a place to rent in Kuala Lumpur can be an exciting and frustrating experience at the same time. The property boom in the last decade has seen both high-rise and landed developments sprouting everywhere.
The choices (and rentals) can be bewildering. Rental in popular hotspots and desirable addresses in Kuala Lumpur such as Bangsar, Mont Kiara, Bukit Bintang, KLCC and Ampang can easily go northwards of RM5,000. However, the property market slump in the last few years has seen leverage shift gradually to potential tenants, in terms of negotiating for the best rental.
Shop around and you might find some good units for rent in central Kuala Lumpur for less than you might think. Below are some areas that you could consider:-
1.City Gardens, Bukit Bintang
Type: Condominium (intermediate/partly furnished)
Area: 1,210 sq ft/3 bedrooms
Rental: RM2,400 per month
Why rent here? It is situated within the cool, green environment of Bukit Ceylon. City Gardens, Bukit Bintang is also just 5 minutes away from various shopping malls, entertainment centres and eateries at Bukit Bintang in the heart of Kuala Lumpur city centre. Public transportation nearby includes the Plaza Rakyat RapidKL LRT station and Imbi and Hang Tuah monorail stations. It also has relatively spacious units.
2. Arcoris Soho, Mont Kiara
Type: Serviced residence (SOHO/partly furnished)
Area: 500 sq ft/1 bedroom
Rental: RM2,300 per month
Why rent here? Other than the SOHO and serviced residences, Arcoris also includes hotel, retail and business suites, SoHo & Serviced Residence in the prestigious and bustling Mont Kiara hub. Shopping and restaurants are in abundance, such as the Solaris Mont Kiara which is just minutes away. For families with children, its proximity to highly rated schools such as the Garden International School and the Australian International School Malaysia are added attractions for residents.
3. M City, Ampang
Type: Serviced residence (intermediate/fully furnished)
Area: 850 sq ft/1 bedroom
Rental: RM2,100 per month
Why rent here? M City, Ampang is an environmentally friendly building incorporating several green features for its residents, such as hanging gardens, a lagoon and an automated disposal system. It is not too far away from the shopping and restaurant mecca of KLCC. Top-notch healthcare providers like Gleneagles Medical Centre, Prince Court Medical Centre and Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital are within its radius.
4. The Holmes 1, Bandar Tun Razak
Type: Condominium (intermediate/partly furnished)
Area: 1,018 sq ft/3 bedrooms
Rental: RM1,900 per month
Why rent here? Exclusive condominium, with a unique design and reasonably large units. The Holmes 1, Bandar Tun Razak features a swimming pool, wading pool, barbecue area and playground. It’s within proximity of good amenities such as Tesco Extra in Cheras. Access to public transport is also excellent with the Bandar Tun Razak LRT station nearby.
5. Desa Green, Taman Desa
Type: Serviced residence (intermediate/partly furnished)
Area: 604 sq ft/1+1 bedrooms
Rental: RM1,600 per month
Why rent here? If you love shopping, Midvalley Megamall and The Gardens are not too far away. Residents of Desa Green can enjoy the usual condominium facilities such as swimming pool, sauna and even a children’s playground for families. Easy access via the East-West Link, KL-Seremban highway as well as the MRT Line 2 station.
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