SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences [Malaysia Property] No.7

Sunway City, located about a 20-minute drive from Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia

Living and Investing in a Comprehensive Urban Development: Where All the Essentials—Residential, Commercial, Educational, Medical, and Entertainment—are Fully Integrated

Malaysia is still experiencing a construction boom for new condominiums. Are you focusing solely on the timing of your investment? After all, there are also the right moments when great properties become available.

This time, we’re introducing the SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences Town House. This is our 7th installment. We’ll be showcasing “great properties” that have appeared at “just the right time.” Under the theme of “Malaysia Real Estate,” we’ll introduce properties across Malaysia and also provide guided tours of real estate hotspots. Jom! (A Malay word meaning “Let’s go!”) Let’s go see the reality of Malaysian properties!

■ “1. Sale Gallery (Sales Office)”

As of June 2020:

“Property Location + Station & Building Information”:

This time, we’re introducing the Town Houses at SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences, offering the comfort and privacy of a standalone home. It’s just a 20-minute drive from the iconic KLCC Twin Towers and about 20 minutes from the bustling Bukit Bintang district. So, where exactly is SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences located? The property is situated in the Subang Jaya area, approximately 20 kilometers west of Kuala Lumpur. With Japanese schools and medical centers nearby, it’s a popular choice for many Japanese expatriates. Let’s start by exploring Subang Jaya.

Near the Subang Jaya KTM and LRT stations, you’ll find the Empire Shopping Gallery, Subang Parade, AEON BIG Subang Jaya, and a wide array of restaurants, hotels, and office buildings. It’s a highly livable area known for its excellent amenities and convenient infrastructure. In terms of education, the area boasts top-tier institutions like Sunway University and Taylor’s University. Golf enthusiasts will also appreciate the nearby Glenmarie Golf and Country Club and Kelab Golf Negara Subang, both of which are particularly appealing to Japanese residents.

You can’t talk about Subang Jaya without mentioning Sunway City. It’s a comprehensive township where residential, commercial, educational, medical, and entertainment facilities (including shopping malls, theme parks, and hotels) are all integrated into one area. Supermarkets, restaurants, and daily necessities are well-developed, making everyday life incredibly convenient. The SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences Town House we’re featuring today is right in the heart of Sunway City. What’s the surrounding environment like? Let’s take a look.

First, what exactly is a Town House? From the exterior, it might look like a single detached house. There are generally two common types. The first is the Cluster House type, which looks like the Chinese character “田” when viewed from above—a shape resembling a square cube divided into four equal parts. The second is the Super Link type, where single detached houses are connected side by side.

Town Houses can be two-story or three-story structures. Their most distinctive feature is that, for example, in a three-story building, the ground floor plus part of the second floor form one independent unit, while the remaining part of the second floor plus the third floor form another independent unit. These units are not connected to each other and are completely separate. Does that make sense?

What we’re introducing today is a true three-storey unit, where the first floor plus part of the second floor form one independent unit, and the remaining part of the second floor combined with the third floor form another independent unit. This type may be hard to visualize since it doesn’t exist in Japan, but in Malaysia, you’ll find two-storey or three-storey townhouses like this.

As mentioned earlier, Sunway City has everything you could possibly need, but an aerial view reveals that it’s divided into northern and southern sections, separated by Jalan Lagoon Selatan in the middle.

Southern Section:

The Town House section of SUNWAY GEOLAKE residences is located in the southern part of the development, surrounded primarily by residential properties and expanding along the edge of a large lake. In addition to the Town Houses, SUNWAY GEOLAKE residences also features high-rise condominiums nearby. Reports indicate that most units are already sold out. The area is lined with various condominiums such as A’Marine Condominium, Nautica Condominium, and LaCosta Condominium, as well as luxury detached homes like BayRocks Garden Waterfront Villas.

The main selling point is the “unbeatable lake view,” with reports noting that small, luxurious boats can be seen cruising on the beautiful lake. Across the lake lies Monash University Malaysia, a school attended by Japanese international students, along with vast remaining land plots designated for future development. This area will become the Future Medical, Research Hub & Heritage Centre. Development continues to progress around the lake, which was formed from former tin (cassiterite) mining sites.

The Town House being introduced here is connected to Sunway GEO Avenue (the mall) via a covered walkway, located just a few minutes’ walk from the residences. The mall houses not only a supermarket (Jaya Grocer) but also a variety of restaurants, cafes, and bakeries, making daily shopping extremely convenient. You can reach Jaya Grocer in under five minutes on foot without getting caught in the rain. Additionally, this mall is connected via a walkway to Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus, one of Malaysia’s most renowned universities.

The southern part of Sunway City is known as Sunway South Quay.

Northern Region:

At the heart of the northern region lies Sunway Lagoon Theme Park, one of Kuala Lumpur’s (almost within the city) premier amusement parks, and Sunway Pyramid, the area’s top shopping mall. If you live in Subang Jaya, you’re already familiar with them. Beyond that, the area boasts a comprehensive array of facilities: in education, Sunway University, Sunway College, Sunway International School, and The One Academy College; in healthcare, Sunway Medical Centre (currently expanding its scale); in residential living, Sun-U Residence and Palmville Resort Condominium; in commercial spaces, Menara Sunway and The Pinnacle; and in entertainment, Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa and Sunway Clio Hotel. Even better, all these locations are connected by an elevated Canopy Walkway—a pedestrian bridge that allows you to stroll between them.

North and South:

Sunway City is home to Southeast Asia’s first elevated, all-electric bus rapid transit (BRT) system. Known as the BRT Sunway Line, this 5.4-kilometer route operates exclusively on elevated highways, ensuring a smooth, congestion-free ride. The line features seven stations in total, running from Sunway Setia Jaya Station (where you can transfer to KTM trains) to USJ7 Station (with LRT connections), passing through key areas of Subang Jaya. This north-to-south bus system began operations on June 2, 2015, with buses running at intervals of approximately 4 to 8 minutes.

As a side note, there was a plan for the BRT Federal Line (KL–Klang), but it was canceled during Mahathir’s administration. The reasoning was blunt: “Why do we need this when LRT3 is already under construction?” What happened to the project afterward remains unclear.

Purchasing a Town House at SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences allows you to not only own a home but also enjoy the excellent environment and amenities that Sunway City has to offer.

SUNWAY GEOLAKE residences Town House is scheduled for completion in late 2020 (September). The nearest station is Sunmed Station on the BRT Sunway Line. You can reach Sunmed Station directly via the Sunway GEO Avenue mall. Located just about 20 minutes by car to the city center, it offers an excellent location and an impeccable environment!

SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences Town Houses are limited to just 44 units, with only 20% remaining. The development features public amenities including parks, swimming pools, and playgrounds. The property tenure is Lease Hold.

The entire Sunway City. The left side is the southern part, the right side is the northern part, and Jalan Lagoon Selatan runs through the center. The SUNWAY GEOLAKE residences Town Houses are located in the southern part on the left. I couldn’t help but exclaim, “Wow! What an amazing town!!!”

44 SUNWAY GEOLAKE residences (サンウェイ ジオレイク レジデンス) townhouses.

“Developer (Real Estate Company)”:

Sunway City is developed by the Sunway Group, one of Malaysia’s most renowned real estate developers. Known locally as Bandar Sunway, the company is so deeply embedded in Malaysian society that it’s hard to find someone who hasn’t heard of it. Beyond real estate, Sunway Group manages a diverse portfolio that includes theme parks, hotels, hospitals, schools, shopping malls, and commercial buildings. They don’t just construct these properties but also handle their ongoing management and are actively involved in comprehensive urban development. Their development footprint spans across Malaysia, with notable projects in the Klang Valley (see: SUNWAY VELOCITY TWO), Ipoh (see: SUNWAY ONSEN SUITES), Penang (see: SUNWAY VALLEY CITY), and Johor (see: SUNWAY ISKANDAR). Sunway City boasts an impressive track record of success. The group is also aggressively expanding internationally, with significant investments in countries such as China and Singapore. In addition to property development, they are involved in construction projects, including the building of offices, roads, and infrastructure. As a leading Malaysian corporation that continues to achieve steady growth, Sunway Group is undoubtedly a top-tier real estate developer.

The front faces the Sunway Pyramid Mall. It’s a shopping center well-known to both long-stay residents and expatriates. Opened in 1997, the building has a total floor area of 4,260,000 square feet (395,767 square meters), making it the second-largest mall in Malaysia and the 22nd largest in the world.

A water theme park brimming with fun facilities—Sunway Lagoon Theme Park.

The area above is slated for future development as the Future Medical, Research Hub & Heritage Centre. An elevated canopy walkway is also planned to connect to the walkway in the northern section.

5 Reasons to Buy and Invest in SUNWAY GEOLAKE Residences Town Houses

[ Reason 1 ]

Living in Sunway City, Subang Jaya—Malaysia’s premier satellite city—with seamless connectivity in every direction:

At the heart of Malaysia—just 20 kilometers west of Kuala Lumpur’s bustling Bukit Bintang and KLCC Twin Towers area—this location offers the best of both worlds. While situated on the outskirts of the metropolis, it boasts a complete ecosystem of commercial hubs, schools, residential areas, and entertainment venues. The infrastructure is highly developed, with an extensive network of roads and highways ensuring excellent connectivity and convenience.

Geographically, Subang Jaya is strategically positioned: the KL Sentral area lies to its northeast, Puchong to the south, Shah Alam to the west, and Petaling Jaya (including the Saujana and Ara Damansara areas) to the north. Everything is easily accessible by car.

[Reason 2]

The nearest stations are Sunway Setia Jaya Station (KTM transfer) and USJ7 Station (LRT transfer) on the BRT Sunway Line electric bus:

From the property, it’s just a short walk through Sunway GEO Avenue (mall) to reach the Sunmed BRT station (electric bus). From Sunmed BRT station, you can transfer to the LRT train at the third stop southbound, USJ7 Station, or to the KTM train at the third stop northbound, Sunway Setia Jaya Station. By car, it takes approximately 11 minutes to reach Subang Jaya’s KTM & LRT stations, where the Empire Shopping Gallery (mall), AEON BIG Subang Jaya, and a cluster of hotels are located.

[Reason 3]

Well-equipped malls, restaurants, supermarkets, educational facilities, and other lifestyle amenities

The property is connected to Sunway GEO Avenue (the mall) via a pedestrian walkway, so you can reach it in under five minutes (depending on the specific unit). The mall is right next door, almost directly connected. It also houses an essential supermarket, making daily life incredibly convenient. Not only is shopping a breeze, but you can also walk to various Sunway City hubs. Sunway GEO Avenue, Sunway Lagoon Club, Menara Sunway, and The Pinnacle are approximately 30m to 375m away; Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa, Sunway Lagoon, and Sunway Pyramid are about 500m to 560m away; Sunway University, Sunway International School, Monash University Malaysia, and Taylor’s University are roughly 500m to 800m away; and Sunway Medical Centre is just around 100m away. It’s a true integrated township where residential, commercial, educational, medical, and entertainment facilities (shopping malls, theme parks, and hotels) all come together!

[ Reason 4 ]

Top-Rated + Highly Capable Developer (Real Estate):

Sunway Group is a highly regarded, top-tier company that excels across a diverse range of industries, including real estate, road construction, hotels, education, healthcare, theme parks, and real estate investment trusts. It consistently ranks in the top 10. As reiterated, it is one of Malaysia’s leading large corporations, maintaining steady growth and standing out as an impeccable real estate developer.

[Reason 5]:

The Verdict: Perfect for Living & High Expectations for Appreciation

As you can see from the surroundings of the SUNWAY GEOLAKE residences Town Houses, the broader area of Sunway City is also well-developed, with ongoing expansion, making it an ideal place to call home. There is also the expectation that property values will rise once the entire development is completed.

■ “2. Furnished Single-Family Homes”

1. “Ground Floor + Part of the Second Floor” (LOWER UNIT)

Approx. 2,799 sq.ft (square feet) = Approx. 260.03 m² (square meters)

Approx. 25 ft x 98 ft

3+1 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms

2. “Upper Floor Section + 3rd Floor” (UPPER UNIT)

Approx. 3,035 sq.ft (square feet) = Approx. 281.96 m² (square meters)

Approx. 25 ft x 98 ft

4+1 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms

“Ground Floor + Part of the Second Floor” (LOWER UNIT):

Listed with some essential appliances included (please verify locally on-site), the interior is partially completed. Large windows provide excellent natural light. While the showroom’s interior design is stylish, I always find myself daydreaming about what furniture I’d choose and how I’d arrange the layout if I were to own this property. It truly feels like an ideal space to live in. Whether for investment or long-term stays, it’s a wonderful property!

A rectangular kitchen. My paradise! No more worries about “always running out of kitchen space.” There are cabinets, so it’s spacious! Many properties have tiny sinks, but this one has a generously sized sink!! For me, who cooks every day, the size of the sink is super important!!! At the back, there’s a maid’s room and a toilet.

The “Ground Floor” room of the “Lower Unit” (comprising part of the 1st and 2nd floors above ground). It features a living room, dining room, kitchen, a maid’s room with an attached toilet, and this very room—which also has its own private toilet.

Up the stairs, you’ll find this cozy little living room. Think of it as a multipurpose hub?

The first room in the “second floor (partial)” section of the “above-ground portion, 1st + partial 2nd floor” (LOWER UNIT). A spacious master bedroom. Some units come with just furniture and basic finishes, which will likely come at a lower price. Let’s take a look.

The second room in the “upper portion of the second floor” of the “Ground Floor + Partial Second Floor” (LOWER UNIT).

Some units come with nothing but furniture and basic interior finishes, which will likely bring the price down. Let’s take a look.

This is a unit with basic finishes only, which means the price is more affordable.

“Upper Floor Section + 3rd Floor” (UPPER UNIT):

First things first about this house: the moment you step through the front door, you’re greeted by these stairs!

Exactly. This staircase is part of my daily routine… People are either up for it or not. Japan also has quite a few houses where you enter the front door and then go up one flight to reach the living room or dining area. When I was living in Japan, I didn’t feel particularly strange about this type of layout (since my family home was like that), but for some reason, whenever I see this kind of design in Malaysia, I immediately think “No way” and start to back away. I don’t have the confidence to tackle this daily routine every day… We’ve become so car-dependent that we barely walk anymore, so that probably has a lot to do with it (;^ω^)

Wow! Once you’re up here, it’s pure paradise. With more square footage, you can fit larger interior pieces and truly enjoy your living space. The high ceilings and expansive windows create a wonderfully open and airy feel.

Dining area and a dry kitchen in the back! There’s also a small counter (≧◇≦)

And to the left of the dry kitchen in the photo just now is the spacious wet kitchen!! Cooking becomes so much fun in such a large kitchen! (≧◇≦)

Yes, it’s stairs again. Let’s go to the “3rd floor” of the “2nd floor partial + 3rd floor” (UPPER UNIT)!

The staircase is wide, and the intermediate landings are spacious too!

This floor is incredibly spacious! It has four bedrooms, plus a second living room.

A lovely master bedroom.

The shower room is spacious too! And there are two bathrooms!!

The closet is huge!!

There are also units that come with just furniture and basic interior finishes. Let’s take a look.

The buttons are large and easy to press! It also has an intercom.

The windows are sturdy.