Savanna, Bukit Jalil
Bukit Jalil is really turned into one of the fastest growing residential areas in southern KL. It started with the Vista Commonwealth, together with the National Sports complex, then Technology Park Malaysia, IMU and then the housing developments starting sprouting up from Sri Petaling all the way to Puchong. Some people view it as one of the more promising growth in South KL, whereas some people feel that it is nearing over-development.
And right smack in the middle of Bukit Jalil, in what can be said as the last piece of prime land in Bukit Jalil proper, is Savanna, developed by Berjaya Group. Vincent Tan’s mega-corporation has a few projects in this area, like the Greenfields and Green Avenue condominiums, and the sprawling Bukit Jalil Golf Resort.
Now a bit about the location. It directly opposite the National Stadium in Bukit Jalil, IMU on a much higher ground on one side, existing condos on one side. And on the other side, there’s an unimpeded view of the golf resort. With this landlocked property, the prime advantage is that there will be no more new developments next to you. But of course, you’ll be paying for this luxury.
Now, some other advantages: LRT station is within walking distance. Good road network. Near KL, Puchong and southern landmarks like Cyberjaya and Putrajaya. And TPM.
Disadvantages? There’s the stadium just opposite you. Come weekends, you’ll have huge problems getting in and out of your apartment. Trust us, it will happen. Not to mention the Turf Club down the road. Then there’s the price, but we’ll get to it in a moment.
The site is on a large, narrow, triangular piece of land. There are two blocks of apartments, yet there is still plenty of open spaces used for jogging area, landscaped parks, sports facilities and more open spaces. The back portion of the apartment is on suspended slab, perched on the slopes of the existing hill, with a long driveway to enjoy the scenery.
As a full-fledged condo, this place probably has everything you’d expect. Clubhouse, top-notch security, infinity pool (eh?) and glass gym.
One of the main selling points of the apartment is that they are provided three parking bays free of charge to each unit. At least we won’t see cars parked on the main road at night, just like the condo next to this one (double and even triple parked).
There are three basic unit designs, ranging all around the 1200sq.ft (give and take). Each unit type has three type of variations: standard, with garden terrace and with balcony. To understand the unit configuration, there are five levels of parking (that’s how they can provide 3 parking bays for each unit). Then comes the common facilities level. So the first unit is actually on the 7th floor, and all those are the ones with garden. Above the garden units are 3 to 4 floors of units with balconies. Above that, there are all standard units. Confusing? Check out the scale model and it will all become clear.
Garden units are quite popular these days, attractive to these who want some greenery in their unit but do not want a landed property. We’re not keen to see people upstairs throw cigarette butts into our garden, although the developer may argue buyers here are more upmarket and thus more civic-minded (nope, we still think it’ll happen). These units are the priciest.
We won’t into the details of the unit designs, but they all have 3+1 rooms (hence the 3+1+3 marketing tagline – the last ‘3’ refers to the parking). Of the 3 almost similar unit, we prefer type A (1,212sq.ft). And we’ll probably choose the non-balcony (regular reader will know why) and the no-garden one (reason given above). Type C is similar, but with the addition of a narrow triangular study attached to the living. Type B didn’t catch our fancy, the design is a bit unconventional.
There are three choices of view – Golf view, KLCC view and Cheras view (Why would anyone want to… oh, never mind).
We feel Savanna has potential for good investment returns, judging from the surrounding apartments. At 1200sq.ft, they are targeting small to medium families, professionals and long term rental market. Facilities and golf view a big draw. At the moment, only block A is open for sale. Price starts at RM200psf.
What else can we say? Good facilities, location can be a double-edged sword, seasoned developer, stiff pricing. That all-important LRT.
| Project Name | Savanna | |
| Location | Bukit Jalil | |
| Description | 22-storey twin block condominium development with facilities | |
| Land type | Freehold residential | |
| Price | RM238,880 to RM435,880 | |
| Land Encumbrances | MayBank | |
| Unit size | 1,179sq.ft to 1,281sq.ft | |
| No of units | 408 units (for two blocks) |
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| Launch Date | currently available | |
| Expected Completion | October 2008 | |
| Developer | Berjaya Golf Resort Berhad (subsidiary of Berjaya Land Berhad) |
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| Contact | 03 – 2935 8188, 03-2142 8028 | |
| Website | www.berjayaproperties.com |
Sounds like it will be a great apartment complex. I was thinking of building some in houston.
Comment by Houston Apartments — November 3, 2005 @ 7:16 pm
Please note KL-Putrajaya Highway passing the area and join near TPM. This is the main reason why sales speed is very low in Savanna. Further info, residents in Arena Green are shifting out to nearby like Jalil Damai Apt, Bandar Bukit Jalil (by Ho Hup) as the congestion is getting and many students (africa) coming in. Most chinese are shifting afraid of the both above.
Comment by lee — November 4, 2005 @ 3:43 am
Maintenance - 20cents per square feet … I think that is a rip off but then again …
Comment by Inevitable — November 8, 2005 @ 7:18 am
inevitable,
my friend! first time i see you comment here la, wei!
Comment by Administrator — November 8, 2005 @ 7:33 am
I think is baseless to said many moved out from Arena Green due to the African resident. The fact is Jalil Damai rental is much lower. I m currently staying in Arena Green and I don’t felt threaten by African. Criminal can be from all races…so please don’t be biased.
There is also monthly sinking fund for Savannah.
Comment by Bernard — November 8, 2005 @ 10:09 am
I don’t see people are moving out from Arena Green. If so, why double/triple parking is still happening?
Comment by idontcare — November 28, 2005 @ 2:36 pm
Hearing all this mixed feeling comments really making me thinking twice about this property. anyhow, I’ve booked the property with garden..I am looking for a property with a garden but dont fancy the semi-D or terrace houses as I dont have a family yet, realistically I do like something like townhouse but I want it to be somewhere near KL. And this is the last unit with garden in Savanna therefore I told my dad to proceed with booking. Maybe I didnt know what I got myself into. Honestly didnt know anthying about this property since I am curretly working in London, my dad thought it is quite close to KL and the price was quite ok compared those ones in Damansara. Anyway, I am in the midst of finding out more abt the property..ur comments prove to be helpful!
Comment by Lynn — January 17, 2006 @ 8:32 pm
Anyone knows abt the Green Avenue Condominiums project? It looks like it’s abandoned the day I was surveying around Bkt Jalil for a condo/aptmt. I checked in the Berjaya webby, but looks like they did not update it. It said, ” Register now to get invited to the exclusive pre-launch of Block B on the 30th of August 2003″. 2003 is 3 yrs back man…
Comment by sue — January 31, 2006 @ 4:29 pm
It’s not abandoned but just completed. I live nearby and I observe the area every now and then. Oo ya, never rely on Berjaya’s website. So outdated!
Comment by who? — March 3, 2006 @ 4:06 pm
my friend wanted to get the unit with the garden. but later he decided against it, he didn’t want people from the higher floors throwing cigarette butts down into his garden… you know the people’s mentality…
Comment by Administrator — March 4, 2006 @ 10:30 am
I’m living in arena green now, renting out 2 rooms, getting 300-400/rm. Thinking of buyin savanna for investment as well. Checked with berjaya today, avail $256k cheapest. Hmm .. should i go ahead ? Any other ppl in my shoes ? Wanna share opinions ?
Comment by rain — July 12, 2006 @ 1:03 pm
Do make sure that your S&P mentioned that there will be a garden! otherwise it will be just “an artist” impression! I got rip-off from another project with similar concept… those *@###!!
Comment by Charles Lim — December 9, 2006 @ 12:41 pm
Dear Mr Admin,
Can u please help me check out the second phase of this Savanna project? I heard Berjaya won’t sell it to the public. Wanna know whether it’s true..
Comment by moi — March 28, 2007 @ 9:34 am
dear moi,
it just confirmed that the Berjayaland has sold the block B of savanna to a korean developer, Hanju savanna, n they are negotiating to sell the rest too…
Comment by janelle_l — May 17, 2007 @ 10:36 am
Bukit Jalil will become a secong Korean Village after Ampang. Hanju Savanna is korean own company anf they are targetting the buyer from korea. The worries is how they manage the properties ? Block A by Berjaya, Block B by Hanju ? or commomn management ? Indeed, the highway constructed next to it is the set back of Savanna. The noise from the vehicle …. However, the area is well connected to major expressway, its greenery, amenities at Sri Petaling and upcomming shoplots next to Greenfield Apartment, LRT link to be extended to Puchong and important, there are two parks available, one opposite IMU and one next to Greenfield Apartment.
Comment by Stanley — May 18, 2007 @ 11:46 am
For more info check it out here:
http://propertymalaysia.blogsome.com/2007/05/17/the-koreans-are-coming/
Comment by Administrator — May 18, 2007 @ 12:09 pm
In general with the Korean coming in, will the property price goes upward trend or the the other way?
Comment by Pak Wong — June 10, 2007 @ 11:53 am
Well … Are the property prices going up here ??
Comment by Ali — July 16, 2007 @ 10:38 pm
I am based overseas.I am intending to purchae a condo at savana “A” with the information that I got from the internet. Is there anything that I should be aware before proceding with this purchase? Shall appreciate you comments.
Comment by larry — August 7, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
I’m currently looking for purchase a new condo in Sri Petaling & Bukit Jalil area, last week I went to the Savanna showroom just realise that all the unit already sold out. Do anyone know anymore new condo available in these area?
Comment by Wong — September 19, 2007 @ 2:06 pm