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<p>📌 <strong>Quick Answer:</strong> As of 14 July 2026, the Skim Jaminan Kredit Perumahan (SJKP) is a government-backed housing loan guarantee scheme in Malaysia. Under Budget 2026, the fund was doubled from RM10 billion to RM20 billion. SJKP is designed to help Malaysians without fixed income or payslips — including platform-based workers, the self-employed, and micro-entrepreneurs — access home financing from participating banks, with a government guarantee supporting the bank&#8217;s assessment. Approval is not automatic: it remains subject to the participating bank&#8217;s own assessment, SJKP eligibility conditions, property price limits, documentation, and affordability requirements. Full details are available at the official SJKP portal.&nbsp;</p>



<p>According to PropertyGuru Malaysia&#8217;s H1 2026 Consumer Sentiment Study, 56% of Malaysians say they intend to buy a property within two years. About 65% of those buyers have budgets below RM500,000.&nbsp;</p>



<p>For many of those buyers — particularly those who are self-employed, run small businesses, or work in flexible platform-based employment — the intention is clear. The financing pathway is often less straightforward.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Standard home loan assessment in Malaysia is built primarily around salaried income: monthly payslips, EPF contributions, EA forms, and consistent, easily verifiable income streams. A Grab driver, a freelance designer, a food stall operator, or a sole proprietor running a small business typically doesn&#8217;t have those documents in the same form. Their income may be substantial, but it can be harder to verify through the channels banks conventionally rely on.&nbsp;</p>



<p>SJKP was introduced to help address this gap — though it works alongside, not instead of, a bank&#8217;s normal lending criteria.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>What Is SJKP</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Skim Jaminan Kredit Perumahan is a housing credit guarantee scheme operated by the government. It does not provide the loan itself, and it is not a lender. What it provides is a guarantee to the bank — a commitment that the government will stand behind a portion of the loan in the event of default, subject to the scheme&#8217;s own terms and conditions.&nbsp;</p>



<p>That guarantee is intended to make participating banks more willing to <em>consider</em> applications from workers whose income doesn&#8217;t fit the conventional payslip model. It does not guarantee that any individual application will be approved. Each bank still conducts its own credit assessment, and the final lending decision — including the interest rate, tenure, and loan quantum offered — rests with the bank, not with SJKP.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>The Budget 2026 Expansion</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Under Budget 2026, the Malaysian government doubled the SJKP fund from RM10 billion to RM20 billion. According to MOF&#8217;s Budget 2026 announcement, this expansion was intended to widen home financing access for flexible platform-based workers, self-employed individuals, and micro-entrepreneurs.&nbsp;</p>



<p>A larger fund generally means the scheme can support a greater volume of guarantees over time, which may translate into more applicants in non-standard employment categories being able to access financing. Whether that translates into an individual approval still depends on each applicant meeting the bank&#8217;s and the scheme&#8217;s own criteria — the expanded fund increases capacity, not automatic eligibility.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>Who May Be Eligible</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>SJKP is aimed at Malaysians who have difficulty accessing conventional home financing because of their employment type — including platform-based workers such as ride-hailing drivers and food delivery personnel, self-employed individuals and sole proprietors, and micro-entrepreneurs whose income doesn&#8217;t fit the standard payslip model.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Eligibility is not open-ended. It is subject to conditions such as income thresholds, property price limits, citizenship requirements, and the specific terms set by the scheme and by each participating bank. These conditions — and the current property price and income ceilings — may have been updated under the Budget 2026 expansion, so applicants should check the official SJKP portal directly rather than relying on older figures.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>What Documentation Is Typically Requested</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>Because SJKP applicants generally cannot provide conventional payslips, the scheme is built around alternative forms of income confirmation. Based on the official SJKP portal, these may include:&nbsp;</p>



<ul><li>Bank statements showing income patterns&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Business licences&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Income confirmation letters&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Other supporting records such as platform earnings summaries or invoices, depending on the applicant&#8217;s employment type&nbsp;</li></ul>



<p>What is actually accepted, and in what combination, is ultimately decided by the participating bank handling the application, not standardised across the industry. Applicants should confirm directly with a participating bank what documentation they require before starting the process.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>Affordability Still Applies</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>SJKP changes how income may be assessed and how risk is shared with the bank. It does not remove the underlying affordability requirements that apply to any home loan.&nbsp;</p>



<p>An applicant still needs to show that the monthly repayment fits within an acceptable Debt Service Ratio (DSR), as determined by the bank. The guarantee may support the bank&#8217;s willingness to look past non-conventional income documentation, but it does not override the need to demonstrate an ability to service the debt. Applicants with significant existing debt relative to their income may still face difficulty qualifying, guarantee or not.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Understanding your own DSR position before applying is worth doing regardless of whether you&#8217;re applying under SJKP or through a conventional loan.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>What SJKP Does Not Cover</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>SJKP is a financing guarantee, not a subsidy and not a grant. Buyers still pay the full market price for the property and service the full loan amount at the bank&#8217;s applicable interest rate. The guarantee is intended to support access to financing — it does not reduce the price of the property or the cost of the loan.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Transaction costs — legal fees, stamp duty, valuation fees, and related expenses — still apply in the usual way and generally need to be funded from the buyer&#8217;s own cash, as with any other property purchase.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>The Bottom Line</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<p>SJKP is a government guarantee scheme intended to help Malaysians without fixed income or conventional payslips — including platform-based workers, the self-employed, and micro-entrepreneurs — access home financing through participating banks. Under Budget 2026, the fund was doubled to RM20 billion, expanding the scheme&#8217;s capacity.&nbsp;</p>



<p>That said, SJKP is not a guarantee of approval. Getting a loan under the scheme still depends on the bank&#8217;s own credit assessment, SJKP&#8217;s eligibility conditions, applicable property price limits, the documentation the bank accepts, the applicant&#8217;s affordability under DSR rules, and the individual policies of the participating bank. Buyers should verify current eligibility conditions and the list of participating banks at the official SJKP portal, and speak to a bank directly, before applying.&nbsp;</p>



<h2><strong>Quick Recap</strong>&nbsp;</h2>



<ul><li>SJKP is a government housing credit guarantee scheme in Malaysia, intended to help those without fixed income or payslips access bank financing.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Under Budget 2026, the fund was doubled from RM10 billion to RM20 billion to expand access for flexible platform-based workers, self-employed individuals, and micro-entrepreneurs.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>SJKP does not provide the loan itself — it provides a government guarantee to participating banks, which may make banks more willing to assess applicants with non-standard income.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Approval is still subject to bank assessment, SJKP eligibility conditions, property price limits, documentation requirements, and DSR affordability rules.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Typical supporting documents include bank statements, business licences, and income confirmation letters, though exact requirements vary by bank.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Transaction costs still need to be funded from the buyer&#8217;s own cash.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>According to PropertyGuru Malaysia&#8217;s H1 2026 Consumer Sentiment Study, 65% of intending buyers have budgets below RM500,000.&nbsp;</li></ul>



<ul><li>Verify current eligibility conditions and participating banks at the official SJKP portal before applying.&nbsp;</li></ul>


SJKP Malaysia 2026: How Gig Workers and the Self-Employed Can Get a Home Loan


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<ul><li>Aviera brings duplex “landed-style” living to Bangsar South, with direct access to Kerinchi LRT station.</li><li>The “Landed in the Sky” concept uses duplex layouts to separate social and private zones, echoing the verticality and privacy of a traditional house in a high-rise format.</li><li>Aviera Skye&#8217;s duplex residences (954 to 1,625 sq ft) address a supply gap in the area, where most stock skews toward small, single-occupant units.</li><li>Being within Bangsar South means Aviera residents sit within walking reach of a major MSC Cybercentre office cluster, including firms like Alibaba, Pfizer, Honeywell, and Razer.</li><li>Aviera Flex offers Suites and SOHO units designed for flexible, work-adaptable living.</li><li>Freehold, 3.5-acre development with a GDV of RM655 million, launching Q4 2026 for completion in 2031, with indicative pricing from RM326,000.</li><li>Developed by Tan &amp; Tan Developments Bhd, the IGB Bhd property arm building Malaysian homes since 1971.</li></ul>



<h2>What should you know about Aviera and its Bangsar South location?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-5.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103562" width="1054" height="329" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-5.jpg 960w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-5-300x94.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 1054px) 100vw, 1054px" /><figcaption><em><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></em></figcaption></figure>



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<p>Aviera is a freehold residential development by Tan &amp; Tan Developments Bhd, set on 3.5 acres within Bangsar South, Kuala Lumpur. The RM655 million GDV project comprises two towers — the 35-storey Aviera Flex (594 units) and the 57-storey Aviera Skye (439 units) — connected directly to Kerinchi LRT station, giving residents immediate access to Bangsar South&#8217;s amenities and commercial ecosystem. Aviera is scheduled to launch in the fourth quarter of 2026, with completion targeted for 2031 and indicative pricing from RM326,000.</p>



<p>Building on more than five decades of experience — including landmark developments such as Desa Kudalari, Sierramas and Mid Valley City — Tan &amp; Tan brings its established legacy into a new generation of residential development. Aviera bridges Tan &amp; Tan’s legacy of building enduring real estate with a future where property design dynamically adapts to evolving human behavior.</p>



<p>Aviera at a glance:</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Developer</strong></td><td>Tan &amp; Tan Developments Bhd (property arm of IGB Bhd), developing since 1971</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Tenure</strong></td><td>Freehold</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Land size / GDV</strong></td><td>3.5 acres · RM655 million GDV</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Towers &amp; units</strong></td><td>Aviera Flex: 35 storeys, 594 units · Aviera Skye: 57 storeys, 439 units</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Launch / completion</strong></td><td>Q4 2026 launch · 2031 completion</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Indicative pricing</strong></td><td>From RM326,000</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h3>Defining the ‘Landed in the Sky’ philosophy</h3>



<p>The &#8220;Landed in the Sky&#8221; philosophy aims to replicate the spatial dynamics of traditional landed living within a high-rise format. Duplex layouts create a functional distinction between lower-floor social areas and upper-floor private quarters, offering a sense of verticality rarely found in standard apartments. </p>



<p>This model targets upgraders who want more room without leaving an urban centre. Aviera Skye&#8217;s duplex units range from 954 sq ft to 1,625 sq ft — each with a double-height living space across two levels, along with up to four car park bays per unit — generous relative to surrounding high-density stock — despite Aviera being a TOD.</p>



<h2><strong>The role of Transit-Oriented Development in modern Kuala Lumpur</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" width="960" height="300" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-9.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103615" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-9.jpg 960w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-9-300x94.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption> <em><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></em> </figcaption></figure>



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<p>A Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is a mixed-use urban area designed to maximise walkability and public transport access. The World Bank evaluates these hubs through a &#8220;3V&#8221; framework — Node Value, Place Value, and Market Potential Value — which weighs a station&#8217;s network importance, the quality of the surrounding area, and the area&#8217;s unrealised market value.</p>



<p>In Kuala Lumpur&#8217;s evolving landscape, developments near stations like Kerinchi are positioned to support a more car-lite lifestyle by keeping daily errands, transit, and home within a compact radius. Aviera also connects directly to the Federal Highway, New Pantai Expressway and SPRINT Expressway, giving residents who prefer to drive a car-based option alongside rail.</p>



<h2>Why does proximity to the Kerinchi LRT station matter?</h2>



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<p>Aviera is positioned within walking distance of Kerinchi LRT station, which connects residents to KL&#8217;s rail network, with Mid Valley City one stop away and KL Sentral three stops further — a connection that bridges the gap between home and the city&#8217;s transit backbone. The surrounding Bangsar South precinct also places KL Gateway, The Sphere and Nexus within easy walking reach, alongside the wider Mid Valley City, KL Eco City and KL Sentral catchment.</p>



<h3>The convenience of a car-lite lifestyle</h3>



<p>Living near Kerinchi LRT station gives Aviera residents the option to rely on rail for selected daily journeys, helping them avoid peak-hour traffic when travelling to major employment and commercial hubs such as KL Sentral and KLCC.</p>



<p>However, Aviera is not a development that requires residents to give up the convenience of driving. Its location provides access to major highways, while residents can have up to four car parks, depending on their unit. This combination of rail connectivity, road access and generous parking gives residents the flexibility to choose the most convenient mode of transport for each journey.</p>



<p>In other words, Aviera&#8217;s location supports a <strong>car-lite lifestyle by choice, rather than a car-free lifestyle by necessity</strong>.</p>



<h3>How rail connectivity influences property appreciation</h3>



<p>Proximity to rail transit is a widely recognised driver of property value and investment resilience. Rail-linked homes tend to attract more consistent rental demand from urban professionals who prioritise a seamless link between home and workplace, and have historically shown greater resilience during market shifts.</p>



<h2>How does Aviera Skye offer more space than the surrounding market?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-6.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103564" width="1056" height="330" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-6.jpg 960w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-6-300x94.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 1056px) 100vw, 1056px" /><figcaption><em><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></em> </figcaption></figure>



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<p>Aviera Skye&#8217;s duplex layouts target buyers who want more room than the area&#8217;s typical stock offers, while staying close to transit and to Bangsar South&#8217;s amenities.</p>



<h3>Duplex layouts: balancing shared living and private retreats</h3>



<p>The duplex configuration creates a physical and psychological boundary between social zones and private quarters, mimicking the functional flow of a two-storey home.</p>



<ul><li>Lower Level: an open-plan area for dining, lounging, and hosting guests.</li><li>Upper Level: bedrooms and personal areas, offering a quieter retreat from the main living space.</li></ul>



<p>This separation can suit multi-generational families or professionals who want a dedicated home-office zone.</p>



<p>Beyond the residences themselves, Aviera provides a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and children&#8217;s pool, a gymnasium and yoga studio, a community kitchen and dining area, a multipurpose hall, exploration gardens, a children&#8217;s playground and a rock-climbing wall, alongside co-working lounges and podcast studios shared across the development. Both towers add their own rooftop decks with urban farming, barbecue areas and green pockets, following an urban-forest concept that runs from the arrival experience through the podium deck to the rooftop.</p>



<h2>What does Aviera Flex offer buyers who want flexibility?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-8.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103602" width="1055" height="330" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-8.jpg 960w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-8-300x94.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 1055px) 100vw, 1055px" /><figcaption><em><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></em></figcaption></figure>



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<p>Aviera Flex comprises Suites (260 sq ft) and SOHO units (543 and 807 sq ft), designed for professionals and individuals who value adaptable, work-friendly space. Layouts support a range of working styles, allowing residents to shape a home that adapts to evolving professional and lifestyle needs.</p>



<h3>The trade-offs of open-plan vs. partitioned spaces</h3>



<p>Deciding between an open-plan configuration and partitioned rooms involves weighing social interaction against acoustic and visual privacy. Open plans maximise natural light; partitioned spaces suit focused work or a clear separation between household activities.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature</strong></td><td><strong>Open-Plan Layout</strong></td><td><strong>Partitioned Spaces</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Social Dynamics</td><td>Encourages interaction and entertaining.</td><td>Provides boundaries and individual privacy.</td></tr><tr><td>Lighting &amp; Airflow</td><td>Maximises natural light and ventilation.</td><td>Allows localised climate and lighting control.</td></tr><tr><td>Acoustic Privacy</td><td>Sound may travel across the floor plate.</td><td>Designed to dampen noise between zones.</td></tr><tr><td>Best Use Case</td><td>Family gatherings and airy aesthetics.</td><td>Home offices or quiet study areas.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h2><strong>Is Bangsar South a strong location for property investment?</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" width="960" height="300" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-10.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103618" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-10.jpg 960w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/crop-960x300-10-300x94.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px" /><figcaption> <em><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></em> </figcaption></figure>



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<p>Bangsar South, immediately next to Aviera, is a recognised commercial hub and an <strong>MSC Malaysia Cybercentre</strong>-status precinct that attracts a concentration of global tech and service firms, including <strong>Alibaba Group, Pfizer, Honeywell, and Razer</strong>. This corporate presence next door creates a deep potential tenant base of professionals who may prioritise living within a short commute of this office cluster — a pool Aviera can draw on by virtue of location.</p>



<p>Strong rental performance and investment potential are increasingly driven by practical design features like hybrid functionality, smart layouts, and robust connectivity, rather than location alone.</p>



<h3>Market trends for spacious urban units in the area</h3>



<p>There is a notable supply-demand mismatch in the wider South Bangsar / Bangsar South area, where much of the existing residential stock caters primarily to individuals and couples in compact units. Aviera addresses this gap by offering larger duplex layouts, targeting buyers looking for family-sized urban dwellings.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature</strong></td><td><strong>Typical Area Supply</strong></td><td><strong>Aviera Skye Duplex Units</strong></td></tr><tr><td>Typical Size</td><td>Under 900 sq ft</td><td>954 – 1,625 sq ft</td></tr><tr><td>Target Audience</td><td>Solo professionals / Couples</td><td>Upgraders / Small families / Remote workers</td></tr><tr><td>Market Saturation</td><td>High</td><td>Lower — addressing a supply gap</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>



<h3><strong>How much does Aviera cost, and when does it launch?</strong></h3>



<p>Indicative pricing starts from RM326,000. Aviera is scheduled to launch in the fourth quarter of 2026, with completion targeted for 2031.</p>



<h3><strong>Is Aviera freehold?</strong></h3>



<p>Yes. Aviera is a freehold development — one of the tenure factors buyers frequently screen for in the Bangsar South / Mid Valley City corridor.</p>



<h3><strong>How does Aviera compare to traditional landed properties in the suburbs?</strong></h3>



<p>Aviera&#8217;s duplex layouts aim to replicate some of the spatial benefits of a landed home — separate social and private levels, and more square footage than a typical high-rise unit — without the longer commute of a suburban plot. Traditional landed homes offer a ground-level plot and typically greater total space, but often require more travel time to reach central business districts.</p>



<h3><strong>What are the specific investment risks for TOD-adjacent properties?</strong></h3>



<p>While TOD-adjacent properties can benefit from strong connectivity and accessibility, Aviera stands out as one of the last remaining parcels of land within the established Bangsar South area, limiting the risk of direct competition from new developments on comparable sites. Its positioning within a mature transit-linked ecosystem also supports long-term relevance.</p>



<h3><strong>Can the flexible layouts in Aviera Flex be legally modified?</strong></h3>



<p>Aviera Flex is designed as an open-plan residential concept, with no internal walls provided within the units. This gives homeowners greater flexibility to configure the space according to their individual needs and preferences.</p>



<h3><strong>Is the Kerinchi LRT connection exclusive to Aviera residents?</strong></h3>



<p>Pedestrian access to Kerinchi LRT station in the area typically runs via a public link bridge shared with the wider Bangsar South community, while residential access within Aviera itself remains restricted to residents and authorised guests.</p>



<h2>Finding the balance between urban convenience and landed comfort</h2>



<p>Aviera is designed for buyers who want the feeling of landed-style living without sacrificing city connectivity. Its duplex layouts, flexible configuration options, and location next to the Kerinchi LRT bridge make it a compelling choice for modern homeowners looking for both space and convenience in Bangsar South.</p>



<p>To explore the layouts further, visit the Aviera sales gallery or register your interest to learn more.</p>



<p><strong>Aviera Sales Gallery – Opening Soon</strong></p>



<p><strong>T: </strong><a href="tel:+60109090862">+60 10 9090 862</a></p>



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<p><strong>W: </strong><a href="https://aviera.com.my/">https://aviera.com.my/</a></p>


Tan & Tan Developments Berhad

Landed Living Meets LRT Convenience: Inside Aviera's Bangsar South TOD Concept


<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" width="770" height="500" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Facade-009_770x500.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103405" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Facade-009_770x500.jpg 770w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Facade-009_770x500-300x195.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px" /><figcaption><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></figcaption></figure>



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<p>Kuala Lumpur&#8217;s most in-demand addresses increasingly have less to do with square footage alone, and more to do with what a home lets you do with your day. Bangsar South, one of the city&#8217;s most active commercial and lifestyle precincts, has spent the last decade building exactly that kind of momentum — major workplaces, everyday conveniences, and a rail line running through its centre. Within this precinct, Aviera has been built around a simple concept: that the next generation of buyers wants a home that moves as flexibly as their lives do.</p>



<p>Aviera offers two distinct ways to live into that idea. One leans into adaptability. The other leans into space. Together, they give buyers and investors a genuine choice in a district that rarely offers one.</p>



<p>Here&#8217;s Aviera at a glance:</p>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Developer</strong></td><td>Tan &amp; Tan Developments Bhd (property arm of IGB Bhd)</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Tenure</strong></td><td>Freehold</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Land size / GDV</strong></td><td>3.5 acres · RM655 million GDV</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Towers &amp; units</strong></td><td>Aviera Flex: 35 storeys, 594 units · Aviera Skye: 57 storeys, 439 units</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Launch</strong></td><td>Q4 2026</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Expected completion</strong></td><td>2031</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Indicative pricing</strong></td><td>From RM326,000</td></tr><tr><td><strong>Connectivity</strong></td><td>Covered pedestrian link to Kerinchi LRT — 1 stop to Mid Valley City, 2 stops to KL Sentral</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h2>What makes Aviera&#8217;s location work so hard?</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-008_770x500.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103408" width="816" height="530" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-008_770x500.jpg 770w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-008_770x500-300x195.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 816px) 100vw, 816px" /><figcaption><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></figcaption></figure>



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<p>Aviera sits within a short, walkable stretch of Bangsar South, with direct access to Kerinchi LRT. From here, Mid Valley City is one stop away and KL Sentral two — turning a rail commute into a realistic, everyday option rather than an occasional convenience. Nearby destinations such as KL Gateway, The Sphere, and Nexus round out the picture, folding dining, errands, and downtime into the same compact radius as home and work. The development also connects directly to the Federal Highway, New Pantai Expressway and SPRINT Expressway, and sits within the wider Mid Valley City, KL Eco City and KL Sentral catchment — a combined office, retail and lifestyle belt that anchors demand from both owner-occupiers and tenants.</p>



<p>Bangsar South&#8217;s MSC Malaysia Cybercentre status has also drawn a concentration of technology and multinational firms — including Alibaba, Pfizer, Honeywell and Razer — creating a deep, walkable tenant pool for investors.</p>



<p>This kind of geography rewards more than one type of buyer. Professionals gain back the hours otherwise lost to traffic. Parents with children studying at nearby institutions get a genuinely central base. Investors, meanwhile, inherit a built-in tenant pool — the working population of Bangsar South&#8217;s offices and the wider Mid Valley City commercial belt, all within walking distance of home.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-007_1920x1080.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103568" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-007_1920x1080.jpg 1920w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-007_1920x1080-300x169.jpg 300w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Entrance-007_1920x1080-1536x864.jpg 1536w" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px" /><figcaption><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></figcaption></figure>



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<h2>Can a home really be as flexible as a workday? Inside Aviera Flex</h2>



<p>For young professionals, entrepreneurs, and owners who want their space to adapt rather than dictate, Aviera Flex introduces a line-up of suites and SOHO units built around changing routines. The collection spans compact 260 sq ft suites through to 543 sq ft and 807 sq ft SOHO layouts — a range wide enough to suit a professional, who needs both a living space and a workspace under one roof.</p>



<p>The appeal isn&#8217;t proximity to an office alone. It&#8217;s the ability to shape a space around how it&#8217;s actually used — a quiet corner for focused work, a client-ready setup for meetings, or a flexible base for someone who splits time between cities. Shared facilities such as meeting rooms and podcast rooms extend that logic further, catering to owners whose work is increasingly hybrid, independent, or content-driven.</p>



<p>Aviera Flex&#8217;s 594 units occupy a dedicated 35-storey tower, offering a genuine entry point into freehold Bangsar South property from RM326,000 — a lower capital commitment that lets entrepreneurs keep more capital working in their business.</p>



<h2>What does landed-style living look like in a high-rise? Inside Aviera Skye</h2>



<p>Aviera Skye takes a different approach to vertical living altogether. Its duplex serviced residences come in 954 sq ft to 1,625 sq ft configurations, built around a double-height living area that opens the home upward as well as outward. The effect is a stronger sense of arrival on entry, and a clearer separation between shared and private zones — something a conventional single-level apartment rarely offers.</p>



<p>It&#8217;s a format built for young families and upgraders who want the feel of a landed home&#8217;s layout without leaving central Kuala Lumpur. Space, privacy, and everyday functionality are distributed across two levels, with homes offering up to four car park bays per unit — a genuine advantage for households running more than one vehicle, even within a transit-oriented development.</p>



<p>Aviera Skye&#8217;s 439 units sit within a 57-storey tower, positioned for modern urban couples, young families and active upgraders who want more space without giving up a central address.</p>



<h2><strong>What&#8217;s inside Aviera? Full facilities and the urban-forest concept</strong></h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><img loading="lazy" src="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Pool-View-010_770x500.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-103406" width="770" height="500" srcset="https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Pool-View-010_770x500.jpg 770w, https://angel-prod-public-content.s3.ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/09/AVIERA-Pool-View-010_770x500-300x195.jpg 300w" sizes="(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px" /><figcaption><em>© Tan &amp; Tan Developments Berhad</em></figcaption></figure>



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<p>Beyond the homes themselves, Aviera is designed as a self-contained ecosystem. Residents have access to a swimming pool, Jacuzzi and children&#8217;s pool, a gymnasium and yoga studio, co-working lounges with meeting rooms and hot-desk areas, podcast studios, a community kitchen and dining area, landscaped leisure gardens, a multipurpose hall, exploration gardens, a children&#8217;s playground and a rock-climbing wall. Both Aviera Flex and Aviera Skye also have their own rooftop decks, each with urban farming plots, barbecue areas and green pockets.</p>



<p>The development follows an urban-forest concept, with green landscaping running from the arrival experience through the podium deck to the rooftop — softening the density of a transit-oriented address and giving residents daily access to green space without leaving home.</p>



<h2><strong>Built on more than five decades of development experience</strong></h2>



<p>Aviera is developed by Tan &amp; Tan Developments Bhd, the property arm of IGB Bhd, which has been developing Malaysian real estate since 1971 — from Desa Kudalari and Sierramas to Mid Valley City.</p>



<p>The design of Aviera bridges the developer&#8217;s legacy of enduring real estate with modern living, accommodating decentralized productivity, flexible work habits, and the priority of time optimization.</p>



<p>Despite serving distinct target markets, both Aviera Flex and Skye are built on the shared principle that modern properties must adapt to people’s actual living habits.</p>



<h2>Why might Aviera appeal to both owners and investors?</h2>



<p>Aviera pairs a transit-orinated development in Bangsar South with two clearly differentiated residential concepts, and its appeal rests on a handful of practical advantages:</p>



<ul><li>Direct access to Kerinchi LRT station, with Mid Valley City and KL Sentral a short rail journey away.</li><li>A walkable Bangsar South setting immersed in the precinct&#8217;s retail, food, entertainment, and established business districts.</li><li>Flexible suite and SOHO layouts suited to professionals, small business owners, and city-based investors.</li><li>Duplex serviced residences with double-height living spaces for buyers seeking a more expansive urban home.</li><li>A location positioned to draw rental interest from professionals working across Bangsar South, Horizon, Vertical, and the wider Mid Valley City area.</li><li>A concentration of technology and multinational employers — including Alibaba, Pfizer, Honeywell and Razer — within Bangsar South&#8217;s MSC Cybercentre precinct, supporting consistent rental demand.</li><li>Modern property buyers seek spaces that feature hybrid functionality, smart layouts, reliable connectivity, and strong potential for rental yields or secondary-market liquidity.</li></ul>



<h2>What&#8217;s the real advantage of choosing a Tan &amp; Tan home?</h2>



<p>The strongest city addresses are the ones that make daily life feel less fragmented — where the commute, the errands, and the downtime all sit within the same few square kilometres. At Aviera, rail access, nearby amenities, and a genuine choice between flexible or family-oriented layouts let buyers focus less on logistics and more on the life they&#8217;re actually trying to build. Whether the goal is a work-ready space, a connected own-stay home, or a location-led investment, Aviera offers a considered way into one of Kuala Lumpur&#8217;s most connected corners. That confidence is backed by more than five decades of delivery — the same stewardship that shaped Desa Kudalari, Sierramas and Mid Valley City now stands behind Aviera&#8217;s freehold homes in Bangsar South.</p>



<h2>Explore Aviera Bangsar South</h2>



<p>To learn more about Aviera Flex and Aviera Skye, including available layouts, indicative pricing from RM326,000, and current availability ahead of the Q4 2026 launch, get in touch to view the Aviera Sales Gallery for a private consultation:</p>



<h2><strong>Aviera Sales Gallery – Opening Soon</strong></h2>



<p><strong>T: </strong><a href="tel:+60109090862">+60 10 9090 862</a></p>



<p><strong>E: </strong><a href="mailto:aviera@tantan.com">aviera@tantan.com</a></p>



<p><strong>W: </strong><a href="https://aviera.com.my/">https://aviera.com.my/</a></p>


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