Sunway Serene, Petaling Jaya

Reviewed by iProperty Editorial Team, June 2025Quick SummarySunway Serene is a leasehold serviced residence in Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya, developed by Sunway Integrated Properties Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Sunway Berhad. 894 units are distributed across two 46-storey towers on a 17-acre lakefront site, completed in Q1 2023. Built-up sizes range from 892 sq ft to 1,788 sq ft across 8 unit types in 2 to 4-bedroom configurations. The development overlooks the Kelab Golf Negara Subang 36-hole golf course and a 15-acre lake. Despite its commercial land title, Sunway Serene is governed under the Housing Development Act, meaning residential electricity and water tariff rates apply to residents. Car park allocation is 2 to 4 bays per unit. The LDP and Federal Highway provide road access. Main trade-offs are leasehold tenure and the absence of a walkable MRT or LRT station.Key FactsProject name: Sunway SereneDeveloper: Sunway Integrated Properties Sdn BhdParent company or group: Sunway BerhadLocation: Jalan SS 7/4 / Jalan SS 8/2, Kelana Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, SelangorProperty type: Serviced residenceTenure: LeaseholdLand title type: Commercial (HDA-governed; residential utility rates apply)Site area: 17 acres (total mixed development)Total units: 894 (Tower A: 452 units, Tower B: 442 units)Towers: 2 blocks, 46 storeys eachUnits per floor: 10Lifts: 7 per floorUnit size range: 892 sq ft to 1,788 sq ftBedrooms: 2 to 4 bedrooms (8 unit types)Car park allocation: 2 to 4 bays per unitGDV: RM 1.8 billionViews: Kelab Golf Negara Subang (36-hole) and 15-acre lakeCompletion: Q1 2023What Is Sunway Serene? Overview and Core IdentitySunway Serene is a leasehold serviced residence at Jalan SS 7/4 in Kelana Jaya, Petaling Jaya, developed by Sunway Integrated Properties Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of Sunway Berhad. The project was completed in Q1 2023 with a GDV of RM 1.8 billion on a 17-acre mixed development site.894 units are distributed across Tower A (452 units, 46 storeys) and Tower B (442 units, 46 storeys). The development is designed as a lakefront residential address, overlooking a 15-acre lake and the Kelab Golf Negara Subang's 36-hole golf course. Despite its commercial land title, the development is governed under the Housing Development Act (HDA), meaning residents benefit from residential electricity and water tariff rates approximately 30% lower than commercial rates. Air-conditioning and water heaters are included in the developer's delivery package.Where Is Sunway Serene Located? Location and Public TransportSunway Serene is located at Jalan SS 7/4 in Kelana Jaya, just off the Damansara-Puchong Highway (LDP) and close to the Federal Highway. The development is in the established Petaling Jaya-Kelana Jaya corridor, approximately 20 minutes from KL city centre in off-peak conditions.The Kelana Jaya LRT corridor runs along the area. Kelana Jaya LRT is the nearest LRT line; however, the development is not within walkable distance of any LRT or MRT station and relies on a car or feeder service for daily rail commuting. Bus routes in the SS7 and Kelana Jaya area serve nearby bus stops.What Roads Serve Sunway Serene? Road Access and Traffic RealitySunway Serene is located just off the LDP (Lebuhraya Damansara-Puchong) via Jalan SS 7/4, and is also accessible from the Federal Highway. These highways connect the development toward Subang Jaya (approximately 10 minutes off-peak), KL city centre (approximately 20 minutes off-peak), and Kelana Jaya.The LDP corridor through SS7 and Kelana Jaya experiences moderate weekday peak-hour congestion, particularly during morning peaks toward KL and evenings southbound.What Are the Unit Sizes at Sunway Serene? Unit Layouts and ParkingSunway Serene offers 8 unit types across 2 to 4-bedroom configurations.Type A: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 892 sq ftTypes B/B1: approximately 1,105–1,154 sq ftType C/C1: approximately 1,232–1,233 sq ftTypes D/D1: approximately 1,596 sq ftType E: 4 bedrooms, up to 1,788 sq ftCar park allocation is 2 to 4 bays per unit depending on unit type. Air-conditioners and water heaters are included. 10 units are arranged per floor with a bungalow-and-semi-detached-style layout concept.What Facilities Does Sunway Serene Have?Facilities at Sunway Serene are positioned on the 5-level elevated car park and facilities deck above the podium. Facility details confirmed include a swimming pool, gymnasium, and landscaped communal areas. The 15-acre lake and Kelab Golf Negara Subang views form the development's primary lifestyle differentiator. 24-hour security with access control is maintained throughout.Is Sunway Serene High Density? Density and Vertical Living894 units across 2 towers of 46 storeys on a 17-acre mixed site is a low-density residential configuration by Klang Valley standards. With 10 units per floor per tower served by 7 lifts, the per-lift unit load is low, providing comfortable lift capacity during peak hours. The large 17-acre site and lakefront setting provide ample communal green and water-facing space relative to the unit count.What Amenities Are Near Sunway Serene?ConnectivityLDP and Federal Highway access from Jalan SS 7/4Kelana Jaya LRT corridor accessible by car; bus routes in SS7 areaShopping & AmenitiesSunway Pyramid, approximately 5 to 10 minutes driveEmpire Shopping Gallery, within approximately 2 kmGiant Kelana Jaya, within approximately 2 kmSunway Velocity and other Sunway properties, within the group's township networkFood ParadiseSS7 Kelana Jaya commercial strip, within approximately 1 kmSubang Jaya SS15 food street, approximately 5 minutes driveTop SchoolsSunway University and Sunway College, within approximately 5 km via LDPSri KL International School, within approximately 5 kmSubang Jaya Municipal Council schools in SS7 corridorLeisureKelab Golf Negara Subang (36-hole golf course), adjacent15-acre lake, within the development's frontageKelana Jaya Lake Garden, approximately 3 kmSaujana Golf and Country Club, approximately 5 kmAll distances are approximate, measured from Jalan SS 7/4. Drive times are off-peak estimates. LDP and Federal Highway experience congestion during weekday peak hours.How Does Sunway Serene Compare With Nearby Condominiums?Shang Villa Condominium (SS7, Petaling Jaya) is an established condominium in the same SS7-Kelana Jaya corridor, referenced in the Hartamas listing as a nearby comparable. It provides a subsale comparison for buyers evaluating Sunway Serene's newer 2023 completion against older settled communities in the same corridor.Sunway Nexis (Kota Damansara, Petaling Jaya) is another Sunway Berhad development in the same Petaling Jaya portfolio, covered as Project 45. Buyers comparing the two may weigh Sunway Nexis's commercial SOHO format and MRT proximity against Sunway Serene's larger family-oriented unit sizes, lakefront setting, and 2023 completion.Who Is Sunway Serene Suitable For?Sunway Serene may suit families and upgraders who want generous unit sizes (892–1,788 sq ft), multiple car park bays, lakefront views, and golf course proximity in an established Petaling Jaya corridor. The HDA governance providing residential utility tariff rates is a significant practical benefit for a commercial-titled development. The 10-unit-per-floor layout design provides a more landed-home-like floor plate experience in a high-rise format.It is less suited to buyers who need walkable MRT or LRT access for daily commuting, or buyers on a tighter budget given the premium lakefront positioning.What Are the Main Trade-Offs to Consider?The development is car-dependent for rail commuting, as no LRT or MRT station is within walking distance from Jalan SS 7/4. Residents who commute daily by rail will need a car or bus feeder to reach the nearest LRT station.The leasehold tenure means the remaining lease term should be confirmed from the title document. Commercial land title applies, though HDA governance ensures residential utility rates, which partially mitigates the commercial title concern.This digest is based on verified developer sources, official transport data, and map-confirmed distances as of June 2025.