Thinking of living off-campus? Let’s look at these student rental options near the Sunway University area.
Bandar Sunway is a thriving township located in the south of Petaling Jaya in Selangor. It boasts a water park, a five-star hotel, a hospital and one of the biggest shopping malls in Malaysia, Sunway Pyramid. More importantly, it is also known as an education hub and is home to Sunway University and Monash University’s Malaysian campus.
One of the ways to get around Sunway is by taking the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), an elevated route dedicated to buses. It connects the town with Setia Jaya KTM Commuter and USJ7 LRT stations.
The BRT includes seven stations along its route:
- Sunway – Setia Jaya
- Mentari
- Sunway Lagoon
- SunMed
- SunU – Monash
- South Quay
- USJ7
If you are a student in one of the educational institutions in Sunway, there are several developments located near the BRT stations, making it easy to get to your classes using the bus.
Let’s check out these condominiums for rent near each station.
Sunway – Setia Jaya BRT station
Subang Ville Aman Luxury Condominium
Subang Ville Aman Luxury Condominium consists of 60 residential units. It is a single-block building of 11 storeys. The units have three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Also, the condominium is equipped with a playground, gymnasium, nursery and swimming pool. Sunway University is only 10 minutes away by car or 3.7km from this condominium.
- Median rental price: RM1,200/month
- Built-up size: 1,100 sq ft
- Amenities: Convenience stores, banks, and healthcare facilities are easily accessible. The property is 3.2km away from Sunway Medical Centre and 3.3km away from Subang Jaya Medical Centre.
- Getting around: The nearest public transportation is Setia Jaya KTM station, which is only 2.5km from the condominium. On top of that, the condominium is situated near NPE, LDP, Kesas, NKVE, and Federal Highway. The journey to KL City Centre is a 10-minutes drive via the LDP during off-peak hours.
Mentari BRT Station
Ridzuan Condominium
Ridzuan Condominium is located at Jalan PJS 10/11, Bandar Sunway and is less than 4km from Sunway University. This property comprises 3 blocks with a built-up area starting from 590 sq ft. The facilities provided are a mini-market, children’s playground, gymnasium, squash court and tennis court.
- Median rental price: RM1,300/month
- Built-up size: From 590 sq ft
- Amenities: If you want a short escape with friends, Sunway Lagoon Park is just a short 6-minute drive away from this property. On top of that, you can go to the Subang Jaya Recreational Park as it is just a 7-minute drive away. Besides, the area is within the proximity of other amenities such as convenience stores, schools, and healthcare facilities. Sunway Medical Centre is 3.1km via Jalan Lagoon Timur (9/1) while Klinik Kesihatan Medan Maju Jaya is approximately 5.6km from this condominium.
- Getting around: Ridzuan Condominium is easily accessible via the NPE, Damansara-Puchong Expressway (LDP), Federal Highway and KESAS. The nearest BRT station is BRT Mentari which is 1.3 km away from this condominium. As for the LRT station, the closest one is the SS 15 LRT station which is 3.8 km away while Setia Jaya KTM station is just 2.4 km away or a short 8-minute drive from this property.
Suriamas Condominium
Suriamas Condominium is a leasehold highrise that has a total of 675 residential units. Each unit comes with 2 kitchens, 4 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms. The residents of this condominium enjoy a list of facilities such as a clubhouse, barbeque area, gymnasium, swimming pool, tennis and badminton courts, and children’s playground. On top of that, Suriamas Condominium is just 3.2km away from Sunway University or a 10 minutes drive.
- Median rental price: RM1,825/month
- Built-up size: 1,245 sq ft – 1,300 sq ft
- Amenities: This condominium is situated 1.2km away from Sunway Mentari Business Park. The business park consists of professional offices, restaurants, and cafes. Plus, the Sunway Medical Centre is less than 2km away from the property. Other than that, Suria Condominium is within the proximity to schools, convenience stores, and banks.
- Getting around: The nearest public transportation is Mentari BRT station. It is 1.4km away from the property while Setia Jaya KTM station is within 2.8km away. As it is located along Federal Highway, this condominium has easy access to NPE and access to KL City Centre is also convenient.
Read more: Sunway – the ultimate neighbourhood and area guide
SunMed BRT station
Residensi Laguna (Sunway Belvedere) Condominium
Previously known as Sunway Belvedere, Residensi Laguna has a total of 500 residential units. The units come with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The condominium has facilities like a swimming pool, wading pool, pool terrace garden, gymnasium, multipurpose hall, convenience shop, and launderette. This could be a good spot for student residential as it is only 2km away from Sunway University.
- Median rental price: RM1,800/month
- Built-up size: 931 sq ft – 971 sq ft
- Amenities: A quick jog or a short walk in the park can instantly boost your energy and mood. Luckily, Taman Aman Park is easily accessible from the condominium. It is about a 16-minute drive away from the property. On top of that, Residensi Laguna is a short 15-minute drive from Subang Parade shopping mall or within 6km radius while Da Men Mall is only 3.7km away from the property. In addition, convenience stores like Family Mart, 99 Speedmart, and KK Mart are all a stone’s throw away from the condominium.
- Getting around: Seri Setia KTM is the nearest KTM station and it is located about 4.5km away from Residensi Laguna. Not just that, SunMed BRT station is 1.6km away. This condominium is easily reachable via major highways such as NPE Federal Highway and Shah Alam Expressway.
Palmville Resort Condominium
Palmville Resort Condominium is a leasehold 13-floor highrise property. There are 3- or 4- bedroom units with 2 or 3 bathrooms. The facilities in this condominium include a swimming pool, gym and tennis court. Most of the rental listings are for rooms instead of the whole unit, catering to the student population.
- Median rental price: RM1,900/month
- Built-up size: 1,390 sq ft – 1,600 sq ft
- Amenities: This condominium is next to the Sunway Medical Centre and Sunway Lagoon.
- Getting around: The nearest BRT station is the SunMed station. Most major landmarks in Sunway such as Sunway Lagoon, Sunway Pyramid, Sunway University, and Monash University are about 10 to 15 minutes walk away.
Lagoon View Resort Condominium
Lagoon View Resort is a leasehold condominium located just a stone’s throw away from Sunway University. There are 4- or 5-bedroom units with 2 to 4 bathrooms. The facilities in this condominium include a swimming pool, tennis court and gym. This is another property that is targeted at students and most of the rental listings are of rooms instead of the whole property.
- Median rental price: RM1,280/month
- Built-up size: Around 1,500 sq ft
- Amenities: This condominium is located next to Sunway University and is equipped with a swimming pool, tennis court and gym. It is within walking distance of Sunway Medical Centre.
- Getting around: The nearest BRT stations are SunMed and SunU – Monash. You can easily walk to either Sunway University or Monash University.
SunU – Monash BRT station
Indah Villa Condominium
Indah Villa Condominium is a leasehold condominium. This spacious residential comes with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms plus standard facilities such as a swimming pool, parking, gymnasium, and BBQ area. Sunway University is located about 1km away from the condominium and it takes a 7-minute drive to get to the campus.
- Median rental price: RM1,825/month
- Built-up size: 1,234 sq ft – 1,336 sq ft
- Amenities: Indah Villa Condominium is strategically located nearby Sunway Pyramid. It is only 2.5km away from the condominium and it takes a 10-minute drive to the mall. Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, on the other hand, it within a 2km radius. Not just that, it is also located close to the commercial hub where there are plenty of restaurants and banks. Besides, healthcare facilities are also within its proximity. Sunway Medical Centre is 1.3km while Sime Darby Medical Centre is 3.3km away from Indah Villa Condominium.
- Getting around: The nearest access to public transportation is BRT SunU – Monash. It is 1km away from the condominium while the BRT Sunway-Lagoon is within 2km. The BRT links the Sunway commercial area to the train station and the service runs from Sunway Setia Jaya to USJ 7 LRT station (Kelana Jaya Line). It also stops at main locations such as Sunway Pyramid, Sunway Medical Centre, and a few more universities. Apart from that, it has easy access to highways like KESAS, NPE, and LDP which, connect to other parts of Selangor and Klang Valley.
Sun-U Residence
Sun-U Residence is a leasehold condominium and one of the more popular options for students because it takes just about five minutes to walk to Sunway University and Monash University. Each unit comes with four bedrooms and two bathrooms.
- Median rental price: RM2,436/month
- Built-up size: 1,100 sq ft – 2,100 sq ft
- Amenities: One of the key highlights of the facilities in Sun-U Residence is the Olympic-size swimming pool, which would be attractive to students who need that workout. It is a short walk to both universities in Sunway.
- Getting around: The nearest access to public transportation is the SunU-Monash and SunMed BRT stations.
South Quay BRT station
Casa Subang Condominium
Casa Subang is a freehold serviced residence located in Subang Jaya, just next to Bandar Sunway. The building has 25 floors and a total of 588 units with a build-up size of 1,062 sq ft. While the location is further away from the central Sunway area, rent is lower here.
- Median rental price: RM1,470/month
- Built-up size: 1,062 sq ft
- Amenities: Casa Subang is about a 10-minute drive from Sunway University and has a swimming pool and tennis court. It is located right next to Mydin Hypermarket, making it convenient for grocery shopping.
- Getting around: The nearest access to public transportation is BRT South Quay and the USJ7 LRT station. Major highways such as the Shah Alam Expressway and New Pantai Expressway are also easily accessible from its location.
To check out more student rental options within the Bandar Sunway area, go to iProperty.com.my. There are selections of residential options that are within your budget. Good luck!