The Axis Residences, Pandan Indah
Firstly, before you start reading about this condo, ask yourself these questions:
- Do you mind living on a project that is entirely built on an existing oxidation pond?
- Do you mind waiting 3-and-a-half years for the project to be completed?
- Do you mind staying in a very old housing area including some low cost flats and old houses? (if you’re already living in Pandan Indah, then this doesn’t apply to you)
- Do you mind living near one of the most congested interchanges on the Middle Ring Road II (MRR2)?
If you answered ‘yes’ to all of the above (now don’t we sound like one of those informercials! ), then you will be enjoying these facilities:
- Condo right in front of STAR LRT station.
- Full facilities condo integrated with two levels of shopping centre and and two levels of SOHU (what’s SOHU? We’ll get to that later…)
- One of the most exciting condo projects to appear in KL for some time.
- Situated next to redeveloped public park and amenities.
Pandan Indah isn’t really noted for new condos, it’s a well established old housing area just outside the city centre, facing the highlands. A local Architect bought a piece of land containing an existing oxidation pond near some old government flats and terraced houses and planned to build a massive, ambitious commercial development.
(Sorry, there is no location map available. To get there is very simple. Turn off at the Cempaka interchange of MRR2, just between Pandan and Ampang, and you will see it after 1 km)
To understand clearly, there will be 2 floors of shops at ground level, followed by 3 floors of parking for residents (shoppers park in the basement), then two floors of SOHU with condo facilities, then 24 floors of apartment units, then a sky lounge at the top.
What’s a SOHU? That’s a Small Office Home Unit, where is like a basic shop lot where you can work and stay in. There are also duplex units available. These SOHU units act as courtyard shops for the condo, as they generally service only the residents, and are situated around the pool and landscaped park area. They will be available for sale next month. Speaking of the pool, the residents can enjoy spa pools, broadband access, al fresco cafes, as part of the condo facilities.
The developer will also redevelop the adjacent public park, including a surau and a community hall. This park was originally built years ago for the existing housing scheme and low cost flats.
Then of course, there’s the STAR LRT across the road. That alone can sell plenty of units.
The units need about 42 months to complete because as part of the agreement with the authorities, the developer will first need to build a new sewerage treatment plant up the road, then start work on the old oxidation pond. Yeah, coming to that, some people may have some apprehension about that, but as far as the engineering aspect is concerned, there should be no problems of smell or ground seepage is concerned.
As for the unit layout, the developer has gone for the rectangular room concept. The smallest unit is at 739sq.ft (Type C), an unorthodox design with only two rooms, both with quite large. This leaves the living and dining to be quite spacious. Kitchen is open to the dining and living (fumes getting into your living room and furniture, bad) and no balcony (good).
The larger 835sq.ft version (Type C1) is the same but comes with a small utility room. Next comes type D (982sq.ft) which has another bedroom instead of the utility. This one has a balcony.
Beyond that, there are two more types, Type B (1,000sq.ft) and Type A (1,023sq.ft). We like Type A, the largest one, which is also the show unit. There is an open study area, which may be converted to a room. Type B(1,000sq.ft) is less practical, there is a long corridor at the entrance that goes past a bedroom and a bathroom. But this unit has a large living/dining.
Overall, good choice of units to meet a wide spectrum of buyers. Units are either facing KLCC, or facing the highlands. Price is still affordable, starting at RM160psf, its commercial title of course. And leasehold.
There is another adjacent plot of land which is marked for future development. At the moment there is another surau and some sports facilities there.
Sales were overwhelming, according to this report in the Edge. Actually, there are still some choice units available at the time we viewed it. There aren’t many other condos available in this area, after all it is such matured housing area. Interesting and innovative product, worth looking at if you’re planning to stay in Pandan Indah.
| Project Name | The Axis Residences | |
| Location | Pandan Indah, Kuala Lumpur | |
| Description | Condominium with shopping centre and business centre below | |
| Land Type | 90-year leasehold commercial title | |
| Price | RM125,000 to RM232,000 (from about RM160psf. to about RM190psf.) |
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| Unit size | 739sq.ft. to 1,023sq.ft | |
| No of units | 384 units (units start from 9th to 32nd floor) |
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| Launch Date | currently available | |
| Expected Completion | April 2009 (3 ½ years period) |
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| Developer | Reliable Capacity Sdn. Bhd. | |
| Contact | 03 – 9282 1008 |
no corridor would be good for those who’s scared of heights, like me. lol!
Comment by name withheld — November 5, 2005 @ 4:07 am
Do your have website?
Comment by Kerry — November 22, 2005 @ 5:14 pm
kerry,
you mean the developer’s website? I don’t think they have one yet.
Comment by Administrator — November 22, 2005 @ 8:10 pm
I was attracted by SOHU in the newspaper. You compliment and analysis is very informative and substantial. Thanks a lot~! By the way, any SOHU with feasible pricing that you can recommend?
Comment by Young — November 23, 2005 @ 2:12 pm
I was attracted by SOHU in the newspaper. Your compliment and analysis is very informative and substantial. Thanks a lot~! By the way, any SOHU with feasible pricing that you can recommend?
Comment by Young — November 23, 2005 @ 2:13 pm
when we viewed it, the SOHU wasn’t launched yet. so we did get any info… sorry.
Comment by Administrator — November 23, 2005 @ 2:16 pm
I and a friend bought a unit each of the SOHU at 102K(after 5% rebate) for the 530sf a day before launching. On launching day, only a few undesirable units left (facing LRT).
Comment by Kit — November 27, 2005 @ 5:48 pm
We are very dissatisfied with the marketing agent of AXIS(Nawawi DTZ) as we were told a lucky draw will be held on the midnight of 27th Nov. I arrived early but i missed it because, apparently, the draw was done earlier. I complained to the person in charge that it was unfair to commenced the draw earlier than intended without informing the buyers. I was extremely appalled by the reply from him. Not only that he did not apologize but he had the audacity to say that the winning number was not my number. It does not make any different because had it been my number, the prize would be forfeited for my presence was required during the draw.
Nawawi DTZ will be the marketing agent as well as the management company of the AXIS upon completion. How can i trust them to manage the project when they can’t even honour a simple agreement?
Comment by WHL — November 27, 2005 @ 6:20 pm
Kit,
we heard the sales were very good. glad the 2 of you managed to get one unit.
WHL,
Wow, this is interesting. You should write in to complain to their HQ, and see what’s their reply.
Comment by Administrator — November 28, 2005 @ 8:18 am
erm…dun understand y u would buy tat property… no doubt it’s cheap but think bout the RM0.20 service charge… and oso the security system… card access system n cctv on lobby lounge… do u think its gonna b enuff security when there’s a so called shopping mall downstairs?? if they r not going 2 improve t security system, u’ll c all kinds of tom,dick n harry outside ur apartment! built on oxidation pond?? eewww… good luck!
Comment by chris — December 8, 2005 @ 11:13 am
I need more info and confirmation (if you can tell us).. i heard that the d/p for SOHU units was MYR2,000 and monthly was around MYR6++…is’t true~!? and how can i buy SOHU units~!?
Comment by Wanna Know — December 12, 2005 @ 7:57 am
sorry, i think the best people to advise you on these matters are the sales staff themselves. you can call them at 9282 1008.
Comment by Administrator — December 12, 2005 @ 3:17 pm
…I so disappointer about the sales person…why ?… b4 i make the deposit…i was told is Rm0.20 per sq feet …
but when I’m ready the sign the S&P… they told sorry …is Rm.026 per sq feet …. i was be cheater !!!!
Comment by kiwi.com — December 22, 2005 @ 11:33 pm
…I so disappointer about the sales person…why ?… b4 i make the deposit…i was told is Rm0.20 per sq feet …
but when I’m ready the sign the S&P… they told sorry …is Rm.026 per sq feet …. i was be cheater !!!!
Comment by kiwi.com — December 22, 2005 @ 11:34 pm
The project itself sounds interesting enough for young working class professionals or couples. But the only worry is that Reality Capacity is a new developer. So this may be the problem for some purchasers in getting the house loan from bank. As the developer does not have any past project references, informations and everything has to start from the scratch.eg, bank has to probe into the developer background, history and so on (time consuming). So is there any way purchasers and the bank can find out more about the developer easily and at the same time we can feel more confidence and secured to get an unit from this developer? Please advise
Comment by Frankie Foo — December 26, 2005 @ 5:48 pm
The project itself sounds interesting enough for young working class professionals or couples. But the only worry is that Reality Capacity is a new developer. So this may be the problem for some purchasers in getting the house loan from bank. As the developer does not have any past project references, informations and everything has to start from the scratch.eg, bank has to probe into the developer background, history and so on (time consuming). So is there any way purchasers and the bank can find out more about the developer easily and at the same time we can feel more confident and secured to get an unit from this developer? Please advise
Comment by Frankie Foo — December 26, 2005 @ 5:48 pm
without past track record, it would be hard to tell if the developer can perform. every new developer has to start somewhere, so perhaps one good way find out about them is see how straightforward or honest they are in dealing with potential buyers, this is applicable to all developers.
sometimes if in doubt, you can ask around other people, they may have other experiences to share.
anybody else who has bought a unit wanna share?
Comment by Administrator — December 26, 2005 @ 7:13 pm
I bought the SOHO unit at RM 109K (after rebate) but feel a bit regret cos if I pay extra 30K+, I could buy the condo unit already. Luckily I won the lucky draw, but still feel a bit cheated cos the sales person say if won the prize then my unit will look EXACTLY like the show unit. But actually the prize doesn’t include many items, especially the items I like most is the mirror wall not included, a bit disappointed. Can the developer explain why what is said for the prize is not the same what stated in the prize winning letter?? But luckily also I didn’t buy a bigger unit cos the maintenance fees is extremely high compared to others. After all, the facility provided is not much difference with others what….
Then when I try to apply loan from Citibank it was rejected and the guy from the bank say the bank no confidence to the developer. I dunno how true was he….. as according to HL bank guy say it was bcos Citibank unable to be the panel bank so they not interested to loan for this project, is this true?
Comment by Jm — December 30, 2005 @ 9:52 pm
that’s serious if the bank person said it that way. maybe you can more info from the bank people, as to why they feel that way, other than the reason they gave? sometimes bankers have a different feel for developers…
Comment by Administrator — December 31, 2005 @ 11:31 am
Hi, may i know how much per sq.ft for the SOHU unit?
Comment by Kerry — January 4, 2006 @ 12:17 pm
It’s RM0.20 per sq ft, if not mistaken
Comment by Jm — January 9, 2006 @ 10:06 pm
i’ve a friend who bought a unit there as well. it took him about 3 months to finally get a loan! those banks that he approached need to have more time to evaluate the developer since it’s a new one.
Comment by chris — February 15, 2006 @ 5:42 pm
3yrs+ and developer’s fisrt project built on a oxidation pond,plus 0.20sen per sf service charge?..em.better look b4 u leap…
The only attractive point i can think about is the walking distance LRT station….
Comment by Benny — February 19, 2006 @ 2:44 pm
dont mean to be rude but i jst had a discussion with my boify regarding this sohu. i really like the idea of a studio apartment yet very cheap (RM109k++). buuttt.. he did mention abt the traffic condition, hygen, new developer 1st impression, bla bla. the idea of the project is soooo tempting. but. the location is bad. does anybody knows anywhere else arnd kl area who has studio apartment for sale? or rental?
Comment by azrea — March 1, 2006 @ 2:01 am
hi azrea,
actually studio units aren’t very popular in kl… there are quite a few in the Damansara Perdana and Montkiara area, have you seen them?
Comment by Administrator — March 1, 2006 @ 8:59 am
rm0.26/sf for maintenance? u sure?
it seems to be the same pricing with seri maya at jln jelatek!
Comment by rachel — July 23, 2006 @ 10:55 pm
I am passing by the construction area everyday. Mm.. it doesn’t looks in progress, but the sales office said,they will pump the water in existing oxidation pond to the new one (which claims to be 1km away from that area) starting next month. By Nov, we should see the piling work in progress.
Wish the progress is on time =)
Btw, SOHU unit were sold out & currently they are promoting the shop unit.
If I have money, I will open a Padini Concept Store there!! So that all the young pretty ladies doesn’t need to travel & jam so far to KL center (save petrol, parking, save time!) =D
Comment by MsLeng — August 7, 2006 @ 12:44 pm
rachel, it is confirmed at RM0.26/sqft included sinking fund.
Well, since it is that expensive, residents of Axis Ampang, do complaint as much as possible =p
Comment by MsLeng — August 7, 2006 @ 12:59 pm
Yaa, same goes here, the MAINTENANCE FEE issue, upon sign up for deposit the sales person just mention to me it’s only cost for rm0.20/sf, then after the S&P suddenly it change to rm0.26/sf, what laaa weiii!!! Cheating oooo!!! Too expensive!!!
Comment by Rambo — August 10, 2006 @ 1:17 pm
they have just launch another new project called Axis Crown. I got no doubt on this developer cos the way they manage the whole concept is beautiful(design,concept..)I heard that the previous marketing team has been kick out by Axis,currently they are doing the sales and marketing themself.(so i dun think there will be anymore problem on misunderstanding from previous marketing team,DTZ)I have bought a type C condo and planning to get another from this Axis crown but no money….:( GREAT PROJECT!!)
Comment by edmund — November 26, 2006 @ 5:36 pm
the maintenance fee is 0.20/sf and they are considering to lower it down 0.17/sf. I have confirm ot with the new Axis sales team. Anyway dont you guys think that a higher maintenance fee will bring a better management team,and also a faster increament of price.I wish to pay more if it is worth(clean,good management,secure…)just my 2cents
Comment by edmund — November 26, 2006 @ 5:41 pm
Did anyone here loan from Maybank..?
Cos i loan from Maybank (also the developer main financial bridge), but they just released the money last month…
Bank said it because The Developer havent meet some terms in THEIR agreement earlier. That’s why they wont release the loan…This happen to other Maybank borrowers also. Developer charging me the penalty.
Comment by ivn79 — January 16, 2007 @ 11:44 am
cheap location and the salesman’s servises is bad
Comment by sherlock holmes — January 20, 2007 @ 3:25 pm
Hi admin guys…would you be doing a review on the axis crown condo?? They seem very attractive but maybe your professional opinion might help…
Thanks…
Comment by caro — January 25, 2007 @ 10:11 am
I have bought a unit at Axis Crown too. Mind to do a review on that? It is confirmed that maintenance fees is RM0.26 per square feet including sinking fund.
Comment by suiteng — January 29, 2007 @ 1:38 pm
I have bought a Sohu-Duplex in the 7th Floor. Thought of transferring to anyone interested.
Comment by Roslina Mat Nor — February 5, 2007 @ 3:19 pm
hi..i’m Axis Residences Agent..Now the unit selling fast.Almost finish all the 384 units.Now they offer th promotion that 1k for downpayment,100% full loan,rebate 10%free kitchen cabinet(worth 4000) and 1 h/p air-cond.Is worth to invest.. Any enquiry,plz contact me..012-2348689(jnnie so)
Comment by JNNIE — February 10, 2007 @ 2:08 am
caro,
nope. no plans to review axis crown yet.
Comment by Administrator — February 15, 2007 @ 12:06 am
i’m about to place a deposit until i found this page! OMG! now tat i realise it’s an old oxidation pond! and the service maintaince they did mentioned tat it’s only RM0.20 per sf… OMG… i’m confused..
Comment by jac — March 5, 2007 @ 3:48 pm
To Roslina Mat Nor, would you still like to transfer your SOHU unit?
Comment by Chan P H — May 4, 2007 @ 3:19 pm
After reading all the comments, I think the cons were more then pros. For me, the location was not attractive at all, leasehold land, high maintenance and the price per sf is not cheap at all. Compared to Bukit Jalil “Savanna”. Its greenery, its amenities, its access and its price at approx. RM180/sf, 1200sf and 3 free carpark and developed by Berjaya Land…nothing comparable.
Comment by Stanley — May 18, 2007 @ 3:29 pm
The location is not attractive, the price is not cheap for leased hold project. Try to compared with Bukit Jalil “Savanna”. Its greenery, amenities, access, FREEHOLD, 3 free car parks, price at approx. RM180/sf and developed by Berjaya.
Comment by Stanley — May 18, 2007 @ 3:35 pm
The location is not attractive, the price is not cheap for leased hold project. Try to compared with Bukit Jalil “Savanna”. Its greenery, amenities, access, FREEHOLD, 3 free car parks, price at approx. RM180/sf and developed by Berjaya.
Comment by Stanley — May 18, 2007 @ 3:36 pm
To Stanley,
From your comments, it seems that Savanna is a value buy. Just wondering, how much is the maintenance psf there?
Comment by Chan P H — May 23, 2007 @ 10:21 pm
To Chan P H :-
I am not sure about the rate but you may check wtih Berjaya Sales Office. For your info. Block A was 80% to 90% sold out. Block B was fully sold to Korean Developer for korean investment. Please refer to Savanna project review.
Comment by Stanley — May 25, 2007 @ 3:18 pm
Any news on progress of construction. Checked about a month ago the dev ran aground due to some steel shortage issues! Checked again a week ago, things seem to go back into full swing but doubt dev will get shopping mall operational by Aug 2008 as claimed! Also heard that D’hati has backed out to be replaced by Max Value.
Comment by daryl teo — March 1, 2008 @ 6:14 pm
i would like to bookthis axis residence…is there any unit left for me..i’m considering to buy it…please do msg me if you would like to sell it..i would like to know the price and how the procedure..do msg me..012275386..please..thanks
Comment by aimiy — April 20, 2008 @ 8:13 pm