PJ Midtown, Petaling Jaya

Reviewed by iProperty Editorial Team, June 2025Quick SummaryPJ Midtown is a leasehold serviced residence in Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, developed by PJ Midtown Development Sdn Bhd, a joint venture between IOI Properties Group Berhad and Sime Darby Brunsfield. 758 units are distributed across 2 blocks of 29 to 30 storeys on 5.5 acres, completed in 2019. Built-up sizes are 613 sq ft (1 bedroom), 915 sq ft (2 bedrooms), and 1,227 sq ft (3 bedrooms), all with single-load corridor design for natural ventilation and light. Asia Jaya LRT is approximately 1.5 km away. The development is integrated with shop offices and retail on its lower floors. Main trade-offs include the commercial strata title, leasehold tenure, and the 1.5 km distance to Asia Jaya LRT.Key FactsProject name: PJ MidtownDeveloper: PJ Midtown Development Sdn BhdParent companies: IOI Properties Group Berhad and Sime Darby Brunsfield (joint venture)Location: Jalan Kemajuan, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, SelangorProperty type: Serviced residence (mixed development with offices and retail)Tenure: LeaseholdLand title type: Commercial IndividualSite area: 5.5 acresTotal units: 758 (serviced residence component; 2 blocks)Storeys: 29–30 storeys per blockLifts: 3 per blockUnit size range: 613 sq ft (1BR), 915 sq ft (2BR), 1,227 sq ft (3BR)Corridor design: Single-load (natural ventilation and light)Car park: Minimum 1, maximum 3 per unitMaintenance fee: RM 0.33 per sq ft per monthNearest LRT: Asia Jaya LRT (Kelana Jaya Line KJ15), approximately 1.5 kmSecond nearest MRT: Phileo Damansara MRT, approximately 2.7 kmCompletion: 2019What Is PJ Midtown? Overview and Core IdentityPJ Midtown is a leasehold serviced residence in Seksyen 13, Petaling Jaya, developed by PJ Midtown Development Sdn Bhd, a joint venture between IOI Properties Group Berhad and Sime Darby Brunsfield. The project was completed in 2019 and forms a self-contained mixed-use development on 5.5 acres, combining 758 serviced residential units, office spaces, retail, and a 4-storey shop office component.Three unit sizes are offered: 613 sq ft with 1 bedroom, 915 sq ft with 2 bedrooms, and 1,227 sq ft with 3 bedrooms. All units use a single-load corridor design to allow natural ventilation and natural light into unit interiors. A sky terrace on the upper floors offers panoramic views of the Petaling Jaya and Kuala Lumpur skylines.Where Is PJ Midtown Located? Location and Public TransportPJ Midtown is located along Jalan Kemajuan in the rezoned Section 13 neighbourhood of Petaling Jaya, within the established Petaling Jaya commercial and residential corridor. The development is approximately 10 km from KLCC and situated between the Petaling Jaya old town commercial belt and the newer Section 13 commercial precinct.Asia Jaya LRT station on the Kelana Jaya Line (KJ15) is approximately 1.5 km from PJ Midtown. Phileo Damansara MRT station (Kajang Line) is approximately 2.7 km away. Bus routes and taxis are available along Jalan Kemajuan and adjacent roads.What Roads Serve PJ Midtown? Road Access and Traffic RealityPJ Midtown is accessible via Jalan Kemajuan, which connects to Jalan Semangat, Jalan Universiti, and the Federal Highway. The SPRINT Highway and LDP are also accessible within a short drive. The Federal Highway provides a direct route toward KL city centre and Mid Valley Megamall.Section 13 and the Jalan Kemajuan corridor experience moderate weekday peak-hour congestion. The Section 13 area benefits from multiple road network connections, giving more flexibility in peak-hour routing compared to single-access developments.What Are the Unit Sizes at PJ Midtown? Unit Layouts and ParkingPJ Midtown offers three built-up sizes, all with a balcony and single-load corridor design.1 bedroom: 613 sq ft2 bedrooms: 915 sq ft3 bedrooms: 1,227 sq ftCar park allocation ranges from a minimum of 1 to a maximum of 3 bays per unit depending on unit type. The maintenance fee is RM 0.33 per sq ft per month including sinking fund.What Facilities Does PJ Midtown Have?Facilities at PJ Midtown include a swimming pool, wading pool, tennis court, gymnasium, jogging track, children's playground, BBQ area, sun deck, sauna, prayer room, multipurpose hall, meeting room, library, gazebo, and kindergarten room. Security features include CCTV, card access system, digital lockset, intercom, and panic buttons. A sky terrace with views of PJ and KL is a signature feature of the development.Is PJ Midtown High Density? Density and Vertical Living758 units across 2 blocks of 29 to 30 storeys on 5.5 acres gives an estimated density of approximately 138 units per acre — moderate for a Section 13 PJ mixed-use development. The single-load corridor design is a practical differentiator, ensuring each unit has at least one external-facing aspect and natural ventilation access. Three lifts per block serve approximately 379 units per tower, giving a manageable per-lift unit load.What Amenities Are Near PJ Midtown?ConnectivityAsia Jaya LRT (Kelana Jaya Line KJ15), approximately 1.5 kmTaman Jaya LRT (Kelana Jaya Line), approximately 1 km (JMBMALAYSIA)Phileo Damansara MRT (Kajang Line), approximately 2.7 kmFederal Highway, SPRINT Highway, LDP highway access via Jalan KemajuanShopping & AmenitiesJaya One Mall, Section 14, approximately 1 kmJaya 33 Mall, approximately 1 kmDigital Mall PJ, approximately 1.5 kmMid Valley Megamall, approximately 3 kmFood ParadiseSection 13 PJ commercial strip with restaurants and kopitiam, within approximately 500 mSS2 hawker centres and restaurants, within approximately 2 kmTop SchoolsCity University College of Science and Technology, adjacentUniversity of Malaya, approximately 3 kmLeisureTaman Jaya Park, within approximately 1.5 kmPetaling Jaya Lake Gardens, within approximately 2 kmAll distances are approximate, measured from Jalan Kemajuan, Seksyen 13. Drive times are off-peak estimates. Jalan Kemajuan and the Federal Highway are subject to peak-hour congestion during weekday mornings.How Does PJ Midtown Compare With Nearby Condominiums?Casa Tropicana (Petaling Jaya) is a residential condominium in the Tropicana-Section 13 corridor, referenced as a nearby comparable in PropertyGuru listings. Casa Tropicana represents the established PJ residential condominium market that provides a comparison baseline for PJ Midtown's mixed-use serviced residence product.Pelangi Damansara (Sunway Damansara, Petaling Jaya) is another nearby development in the same PJ corridor, listed in PropertyGuru as a comparable. It offers a residential strata comparison for buyers evaluating PJ Midtown's commercial title against a residential title option in the same part of Petaling Jaya.Who Is PJ Midtown Suitable For?PJ Midtown may suit professionals, couples, and families who want a Section 13 PJ address at a built-up size from 613 sq ft to 1,227 sq ft. The single-load corridor design and sky terrace distinguish PJ Midtown from typical corridor-layout serviced apartments in the same price range. The proximity to Jaya One, Jaya 33, and Mid Valley Megamall provides strong lifestyle convenience.It is less suited to buyers who prioritise freehold tenure or a residential strata title, given the leasehold status and commercial individual title. The 1.5 km walk to Asia Jaya LRT is not immediately walkable for daily use without a feeder option.What Are the Main Trade-Offs to Consider?The commercial individual land title means electricity and water are charged at commercial tariff rates. The mixed-use nature of PJ Midtown, combining residential units, offices, and retail on the same site, creates a community environment that includes commercial traffic and activity during business hours.Asia Jaya LRT at approximately 1.5 km requires a feeder bus, bicycle, or short ride for daily rail commuting. Phileo Damansara MRT at approximately 2.7 km is further still. The area is primarily car-dependent for rail access.Leasehold tenure requires buyers to confirm the remaining lease term, as the lease expiry was not confirmed in available sources.This digest is based on verified developer sources, official transport data, and map-confirmed distances as of June 2025.