Archive for October, 2008

The Northshore Gardens, Desa Parkcity

Friday, October 31st, 2008

Was at Desa Parkcity the other day, so I decided to hop into the sleek-looking sales gallery at DPC to check on the sales status of their latest condominium offering, the Northshore Gardens. Without the assistance of any show unit, they have managed to rake in an impressive sales of 90%. Initially I was rather skeptical, as they have blocked out about 50% of the units and labelled them as Phase 1, which they have sold out. Whether it’s just to be released later, that’s another question. But looking at their revised brochure, they have only included floor plans of the units that are not sold yet.

As usual, the sales persons at DPC were frosty, cold and bordering snubs. The salesgirl attended to us was not remotely interested. Maybe because they are almost sold out, or maybe we were not worthy buyers? Only upon requesting for a brochure she reluctantly passed me one, after having to register. Yes, sales at DPC have been fire-hot, like Amelia Garden Homes, their 2 & 3 storey terrace houses, with a price tag starting at the RM800k mark and have since sold out, but is this how they treat potential customers?

Here are some units that are still available and their pricing. Pricey, but would you take a chance on them?

Type C2 (1948sf)
Level 30    RM1,121,000
Level 29    RM1,132,000
Level 21    RM1,037,000
Level 20    RM1,028,000
Level 19    RM1,039,000
Level 18    RM1,050,000
Level 17    RM1,002,000
Level 6     RM905,000

Type A (1808sf)
Level 30    RM1,012,000
Level 29    RM1,024,000
Level 21    RM937,000
Level 19    RM941,000
Level 18    RM953,000
Level 17    RM905,000

Type D2 (1485sf)
Level 17    RM767,000

Type E (2454sf)
Level 17    RM1,378,000
Level 8    RM1,326,000
Level 7    RM1,274,000
Level 6    RM1,261,000

Averaging these prices,  the average selling psf is RM532psf. Crikey! Scans of the brochure and floor plans after the jump. (more…)

The Edge Malaysia Top Property Developers Awards 2008 (Top 30)

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008

I know it’s a bit late, but better late then never! As requested by some, here is the full list of the Top 30 property developers in Malaysia as judged by The Edge Malaysia, published on 1st Sept 2008:-

  1. SP Setia Bhd
  2. IGB Corp Bhd
  3. Sunway City Bhd
  4. Island & Peninsular Sdn Bhd
  5. IOI Properties Bhd
  6. Bandar Raya Devt Bhd
  7. Bandar Utama City Corp Sdn Bhd
  8. Sunrise Bhd
  9. E&O Property Devt Bhd
  10. Boustead Properties Bhd
  11. Mah Sing Group Bhd
  12. YTL Land & Devt Bhd
  13. Eastern & Oriental Bhd
  14. Dijaya Corporation Bhd
  15. Paramount Corp Bhd
  16. Glomac Bhd
  17. Malton Bhd
  18. Selangor Properties Bhd
  19. YNH Properties Bhd
  20. Plenitude Bhd
  21. Naza TTDI Sdn Bhd
  22. PJ Development Holdings Bhd
  23. Naim Cendera Holdings Bhd
  24. United Malayan Land Bhd
  25. Selangor Dredging Bhd
  26. WCT Land Sdn Bhd
  27. Bolton Bhd
  28. Metro Kajang Holdings Bhd
  29. GuocoLand (M) Bhd
  30. Mulpha Land Bhd

Related links
The Edge’s Top Property Developers Award 2008

Kiaramas Ayuria Penthouse Progress Photos

Friday, October 17th, 2008

I managed to sneaked into one of the penthouse units in Kiaramas Ayuria recently. Ayuria is built on an elevated land and this means the view from the penthouse would be amazing. Truly, it is amazing! Check out the photos after the jump. These units are still under construction.

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