Penang Residential Property Discussions is a page created to list out various topics regarding residential properties in Penang. This is for the benefit of those who want to join in on the discussion, and can find a ready thread.
All the discussions are being carried out at the
Penang Residential Property Facebook Group. You need to join this Facebook Group in order to participate in any of the on-going discussion.
In addition to the general property topics on this page, you can also join in to discuss specific residential property in Penang. To do so, go to the
Penang Residential Property Guide, choose the property to discuss, scroll down to the Facebook icon, and click to enter.
Penang Residential Property Discussions (9 June 2012)

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Property Topics Being Discussed, in alphabetical order
- Brokerage Fee
Discuss the percentage of brokerage fee to be paid to realtors.
- Buyers' Plight
The plight of buyers who claim that the low medium cost apartment units that the developer is forcing them to pay RM172,000 for units that cost RM72,500 highlight the risk of buying new.
- Density
How does the MPPP measure density when giving approvals?
- Distance from Magazine Circus
All properties reviewed in the Penang Travel Tips Residential Property Guide include mention of its distance from the city centre. Discuss the importance of distance when considering properties.
- Homework
Discuss what are the due diligence one must do before buying a property.
- Facilities
Many new condominium projects come with a mind-boggling list of facilities. Discuss the wisdom of having so many facilities.
- In-house Lift
Many latest 3-storey landed properties now come with in-house lifts. Discuss the rational of such big houses.
- Is it possible to build cheap housing in Penang?
Topic discussing the situation where many people in Penang find it increasingly difficult to afford homes.
- Low-Rent Apartments
Seeking to find apartments where the rent is RM600 or less.
- New or Second Hand
Discuss the pros and cons of building a new property compared to a second-hand one.
- Realtors
Discuss what prospective buyers and sellers expect from realtors.
- Room With A View
When a luxurious condominium is near a low-cost flat, who gets a better view?
- Rules Against Property Speculation
Since 1 February, 2014, properties costing below RM400,000 on Penang Island and RM250,000 on Penang Mainland cannot be re-sold within the next five years, otherwise it will incur
- Tips for First Time Property Buyers
Advice to young people buying their first property.
- Uneven Development
The number of upscale condominium development seems to be in an artificially higher percentage than the general population of Penang. Discuss this phenomenon.
- What I Hate About Developer Websites
How developers sell fantasy rather than reality.
- Where to stay in Penang
Discuss the various neighbourhoods in Penang.
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