Are you studying or planning to study at TAR UC? These are some of the student rental accommodation options you can consider!
As a student, one of the most important things to consider is to find an accommodation will not burn a hole in your pocket but is also packed with amenities. This does not only enable easy accessibility, but it will also ensure a great university and social life too!
Do you have a hard time finding the perfect student accommodation? This time, we will get the students from TAR UC all covered as we list down 10 student rentals near TAR UC (Setapak).
1. Platinum Hill PV6 Condominium
Platinum Hill PV 6 Condominium is situated at Taman Melati, Setapak. This property is located about 2km from TAR UC or a 5-minute drive away, making it an ideal student accommodation for TAR UC students. This condominium offers comfortable living with four bedrooms and a balcony for each unit. On top of that, it also comes with facilities like a swimming pool, gymnasium, launderette, satellite MATV ready and a wading pool. On the other hand, the nearby lake offers tranquillity with its greenery. PV 6 is indeed a decent residential area for not only students but also families.
- Median rental price: RM1,600/month
- Built-up size: 1,328 sq ft – 1,384 sq ft
- Amenities: Platinum Hill PV6 has an abundance of amenities within its proximity. Schools, convenience stores, and clinics are all nearby while the Setapak Central Mall (previously known as Festival City Mall) is within 4.5 km from the condominium.
- Getting around: Public transportation is easily accessible at PV6. The Taman Melati LRT station is 1.7 km away from the condominium while the Gombak LRT station is 2km from it. Living here is also a bonus for TAR UC students as the TARUCMU bus service (Taman Melati direction) is available for an easy commute. It has 5 stops and it operates from Monday to Thursday only. It starts operations from 7.25 a.m. till 9.00 p.m. and the total trip duration is about 19 minutes. TAR UC students can take the bus from Patron Bus Stop – Melati Utama which is about 100m from PV6. Not just that, PV6 can be accessed via DUKE and MRR2 while KL City Centre is about a 30-minute drive away from it.
2. Platinum Lake PV10 Condominium
Platinum Lake PV10 Condominium is a high-rise residential haven nestled in Danau Kota, Setapak. This prime location offers exceptional student accommodation for TAR UC students, being just 3km away from the campus and approximately a 6-minute drive. Each unit features a well-designed layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, making it an ideal living space for both students and working professionals.
- Median rental price: RM 1,400/month
- Built-up size: 1,182 sq ft – 1,272 sq ft
- Amenities: At PV10 Platinum Lake Condominium, residents get to enjoy a host of facilities tailored to their needs, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis and squash courts, and a sauna for relaxation after a long day. Amenities are easily accessible from PV10 Platinum Lake Condominium, ensuring convenience at every turn. The Titiwangsa Recreational Park is 6.4km away, while the popular Setapak Central Mall is a short 1km drive. Additionally, Columbia Asia Hospital is located within a 600-metre radius, and a multitude of convenience stores are readily available in the vicinity.
- Getting around: The nearest train station, Taman Melati LRT station, is only 2.6km away from the condominium, and TARUC students can take advantage of the TAR UMT bus service to reach the campus with ease. The buses ferry students between PV10 and TARC, operating daily from Mondays to Fridays between 7.15 am and 9.15 pm; and on Saturdays, they operate between 7.15 am and 5.15 pm. The schedule is adjusted accordingly during semester examinations and semester holidays.
3. Platinum Lake PV 13 Condominium
Platinum Lake PV 13 Condominium, otherwise also known as PV13 Condominium Platinum Victory Lake, is a modern high-rise condominium located in the bustling heart of Setapak. This prime location offers outstanding student accommodation for TAR UC students, being just 3km away from the campus and approximately a 6-minute drive. Each unit is designed with a 3-bedroom layout and 2 bathrooms, providing an ideal living space for both students and working professionals.
- Median rental price: RM 1,540/month
- Built-up size: 1,313 sq ft – 1,805 sq ft
- Amenities: PV13 Condominium Platinum Victory Lake boasts an array of facilities catering to the needs of its residents, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis and squash courts, and a sauna for unwinding after a long day. Amenities are easily accessible from PV13 Condominium Platinum Victory Lake, ensuring comfort and convenience at every turn. The Setapak Central Mall can be found just 1.9km from the property, and the Columbia Asia Hospital lies within a 1.1km radius. There is also a wide selection of convenience stores available nearby.
- Getting around: The nearest train station, Taman Melati LRT station, is only 3.5km away from the condominium, and TARUC students can take advantage of the TAR UMT bus service to reach the campus with ease. The buses ferry students between PV13 and TARC, operating daily from Mondays to Fridays between 7.15 am and 9.15 pm; and on Saturdays, they operate between 7.15 am and 5.15 pm. The schedule is adjusted accordingly during semester examinations and semester holidays.
4. Platinum Lake PV 15 Condominium
PV15 Platinum Lake Condominium is another one in the series of Platinum Lake condominiums. It is an elegant low-rise condominium situated in the heart of Setapak. Its prime location offers superb student accommodation for TAR UC students, being just 3km away from the campus and approximately a 6-minute drive. Every unit comes with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, providing an ideal living space for all walks of life.
- Median rental price: RM1,600/month
- Built-up size: 1,313 sq ft – 1,655 sq ft
- Amenities: PV15 Platinum Lake Condominium boasts a range of facilities tailored to the needs of its residents, including a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis and squash courts, and a sauna for relaxation after a busy day. There are amenities conveniently accessible from PV15 Platinum Lake Condominium, ensuring comfort and convenience at every turn. The Setapak Central Mall is a mere 1.3km from the property, while the Columbia Asia Hospital is practically next door at 150 metres away, in case of medical emergencies.
- Getting around: The Taman Melati LRT station is a mere 2.9km from the condominium, providing convenient public transportation to the Greater KL. Getting to TAR UC is also extremely convenient, with the TAR UMT bus service. The buses ferry students between PV15 and TARC, operating daily from Mondays to Fridays between 7.15 am and 9.15 pm; and on Saturdays, they operate between 7.15 am and 5.15 pm. The schedule is adjusted accordingly during semester examinations and semester holidays.
5. Platinum Lake PV 16 Condominium
Platinum Lake PV 16 condominium is a continuation of the Platinum Lake series. This edition is a stylish low-rise condominium, also nestled in the vibrant heart of Setapak. Its prime location offers exceptional student accommodation for TAR UC students, being just 3km away from the campus and approximately a 6-minute drive. Each unit features a thoughtfully designed layout with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
- Median rental price: RM1,700/month
- Built-up size: 1,313 sq ft – 1,540 sq ft
- Amenities: PV16 Platinum Lake Condominium boasts a wide array of facilities to cater to its residents, with a swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis and squash courts, and a sauna for unwinding after a long day. Amenities are conveniently accessible from PV16 Platinum Lake Condominium, ensuring comfort and convenience at every turn. The. Setapak Central Mall is a mere 1.3km from the property, and the Columbia Asia Hospital is 120 metres away. There is also an abundance of convenience stores nearby.
- Getting around: The Taman Melati LRT station is only 2.9km away from the condominium. Furthermore, getting to the TAR UC campus is easy with the TAR UMT bus service. The buses ferry students between PV15 and TARC, operating daily from Mondays to Fridays between 7.15 am and 9.15 pm; and on Saturdays, they operate between 7.15 am and 5.15 pm. The schedule is adjusted accordingly during semester examinations and semester holidays.
6. Teratai Mewah Condominium
The Teratai Mewah Condominium is a low-rise condominium that is located at Jalan Langkawi, Setapak. It makes for great student accommodation for TAR UC students with its short distance of about 3km from TAR UC or a 6-minute drive. Its layout comprises a 3-bedroom unit and 2 bathrooms. Besides, the facilities are suitable for students and working professionals. There are swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis and squash courts and sauna.
- Median rental price: RM1,200/month
- Built-up size: 930 sq ft
- Amenities: Amenities are within reach at Teratai Mewah Condominium. They are just a short stroll or a short drive away from the property. Titiwangsa Recreational Park is about 4km away from the condominium while Setapak Central Mall is about 2km from it. Columbia Asia Hospital is also within a 2km radius from the Teratai Mewah Condominium while there is an abundance of convenience stores.
- Getting around: The nearest train station is Taman Melati LRT station. It is 3.8km away from the condominium. On top of that, TARUC students can get the TARUCTR bus to get to campus. The bus service has 6 stops and it departs from Teratai Residency. Teratai Residency is 730m away from Teratai Mewah or a 10-minute walk. The bus operates every day from 7.20 a.m. to 9.20 p.m. with about 8 minutes of the total trip along Jalan Genting Klang and Jalan Langkawi.
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7. La Villas Condominium
La Villas Condominium is located at Taman Setapak, Setapak. It is adjacent to Teratai Mewah Condominium and it is also a low-rise, low-density condominium. The layout is made up of 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms while there are facilities like a mini market, sauna, tennis court, squash court, swimming pool and a playground. With its short distance to TAR UC at within 3.2 km or a 9-minute drive, La Villas is a favourite accommodation of TAR UC students.
- Median rental price: RM1,300/month
- Built-up size: 1,050 sq ft
- Amenities: If you are into art, music, and history, you might want to visit the P. Ramlee Memorial House as it is only a short drive (approximately 2.5 km) from this condominium. Business Centres such as Diamond Square and Medan Idaman Business Centre are 2.1km and 1.8km away from it while schools like SRA Sungai Mulia, SJK (C) Lee Rubber and SMK (C) Chung Hwa are only a stone’s throw away.
- Getting around: The nearest train station is Taman Melati LRT station. It’s within a 3.2km radius. La Villas Condominium is also accessible via Jalan Gombak, Jalan Genting-Kelang and DUKE and MRR2. Students can take RapidKL T202, T250 and TARUCMU to commute to TAR UC.
8. M3 Residency
The M3 Residency is a serviced residence located at Taman Melati. Making it a popular student accommodation, this serviced residence is an extension of M3 Mall and it is equipped with facilities that fit young adults and students. There is a jogging track, gymnasium, swimming pool, cafeteria, sauna, and even a library. TAR UC is only 1km away from the M3 Residency and it takes only 3 minutes by car to get to TAR UC.
- Median rental price: RM1,500/month
- Built-up size: 806 sq ft – 1, 092 sq ft
- Amenities: Besides the M3 Mall, this serviced residence is surrounded by other amenities such as convenience stores. It is also located near the township of Setapak and Wangsa Maju. SMK Setapak Indah is adjacent to the property while SMK Gombak Setia is only 800m away.
- Getting around: This serviced residence is 550m from Taman Melati LRT station and it’s only a 6-minute walk to get there! M3 Residency also has easy access to the DUKE which connects to Jalan Duta and KL City Centre.
9. Villa Danau Apartment
Villa Danau is a 5-storey apartment with a landscaped garden and another favourite accommodation of TAR UC students. Its units all come with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, and it is also located 2.1km away from TAR UC. On top of that, it has standard facilities like a BBQ area, gymnasium, clubhouse, and playground.
- Median rental price: RM 1,500/month
- Built-up size: 1,100 sq ft
- Amenities: Villa Danau is located in a strategic layout as amenities are all within its vicinity. The Platinum Walk Commercial Centre, Setapak Central Mall, and Danau Kota Uptown are only 1.2km from the apartment while there are many other eateries and convenience stores. The Columbia Asia Hospital, on the other hand, is 8 minutes drive away from Villa Danau and it is adjacent to the PV128 business area.
- Getting around: This apartment has easy access to Jalan Genting-Kelang, Bulatan Pahang, DUKE, and MRR2. Taman Melati LRT station is the closest train station, which is 2.8km away from the apartment. There are a few bus services to get to TAR UC. The RapidKL buses 222, 250, T250 and TARUCMU. The most effortless commutes are the RapidKL buses as they depart from Starpac Point, which is 850m away from Villa Danau.
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10. Plaza Prima Setapak
Plaza Prima Setapak is another popular contemporary low-rise condominium located in the lively area of Jalan Langkawi, Setapak. Its prime location makes it a preferred home for TAR UC students, as it is a mere 700 metres from the college. Usually rented out by the room, each unit comes with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
- Median rental price: RM1,400/month
- Built-up size: 1,231 sq ft – 1,749 sq ft
- Amenities: Plaza Prima Setapak features a range of facilities, including a gymnasium, swimming pool, barbecue area and business centre. It is conveniently located, ensuring residents are within easy reach of amenities. The Titiwangsa Recreational Park is only 5.7km away, and the Setapak Central Mall is a mere 1.5km from the property. The Columbia Asia Hospital is a short 850 metres away, in case of medical emergencies.
- Getting around: In lieu of public transportation, the Taman Melati LRT station is only 3.6km away from the condominium. There is public transportation available from the Sri Pelangi Condominium, where they can take a bus to the LRT station and from there to TAR UC.
We hope this article helps your house-hunting journey. There are more student rental options that you might want to check out. Filter out our listings and scroll down to find your desired student house. Good luck!
Edited by Mia Eng