DTZ: Strong investments in 1Q for KL, but uncertainties ahead
Maintaining momentum from the previous quarter that recorded RM1.7 billion, the total investment sales volume in Malaysia for 1Q was estimated at RM1.6 billion
Maintaining momentum from the previous quarter that recorded RM1.7 billion, the total investment sales volume in Malaysia for 1Q was estimated at RM1.6 billion
The most expensive address in the KLCC area belongs to The Binjai with an average transacted unit price of RM5 million
Prices in the KLCC area have generally stayed stagnant over the past two years, although average transacted prices have remained above the RM1,000 per square foot (psf) mark since 1Q2013
Prices and rents of condos and serviced residences continue to rise in Kuala Lumpur’s Little India and in KL Sentral
Mont’Kiara’s comprehensive amenities and strategic location are the main draws for property buyers and investors
Overall, rental rates in Brickfields generally range from between RM2.00 psf to RM3.90 psf
In 1QFY15, Tropicana achieved RM176 million in property sales (down 55% y-o-y due to softer market condition and soft launch)
Land easily accessible via the Damansara-Puchong Highway, Federal Highway, New Klang Valley Expressway and other roads
There is a large premium for developments located within KL Sentral, with a premium of at least 40%-50%
From a larger perspective, the majority of transactions (some 71.6%) in Brickfields still fall below the RM1.0 million mark