I'm looking around for condos around taman desa for own stay, budget around 4-450k. Any suggestion? I prefer low density and freehold if possible. Please share your views, appreciate it much!

Maybe u want to try OBD Garden Tower, its spacious and good facilities,a lot of expatriate like Japs stay there. I see a unit about 1,400 plus sq feet that is fully furnished going for RM440k.

http://www.iproperty.com.my/property/searc...xbu=999999&ns=1

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Sep 30 2009, 12:01 PM

Hi in fact OBD is in my top priority..but nowadays agents are so 'lansi', called a few number of agents, most of them did not answer, some replied 'will call u later' but waited for few days no response >_<

OBD is covered by a cabal of "in-house" agents that have a tendency of inflating the price up.

Personally, I find OBD way too overpriced. It does not provide much more value-add, say compared to a Casa Desa or even to a Faber Heights.

If I could afford OBD, I'd rather top up about 100K more and go for a landed in Tmn Desa. Landed prop's there r a fairly good place to stay, plus they have tremendous potential in building your equity.

Phoeni, I've always wanted to ask you ( seeing your in depth knowledge on tmn desa), what's your take in desa villa condo ? Is the price worth it for own stay ?
I'm looking at this because from outside point of view, in terms of maintenance it looks like one of he better condos in tmn desa.

This post has been edited by tZZ: Sep 30 2009, 07:14 PM

tZZ, even though I invest in Tmn Desa, i still hv lots to learn.

Pls note that my numbers could be a bit off, since it's been some time since I've updated my listing + i'm just quoting from memory.

Desa Villa sits on the upper middle price range in terms of per sq ft. I think it's running at about 270 psft. This is higher vs. Faber Ria, Faber Heights, + slightly higher vs. Danau Permai. It is however cheaper vs. Casa Desa, which is running at about 320 psft.

Personally, I find it decently maintained (which is a good thing, since most Tmn Desa condo's are old). However, I just find it too close to the highway. In 2 of the blocks (can't remember the name) - u can literally hear the cars zoom by.

If u don't mind me asking - Are u only looking at Tmn Desa for own stay? Any other areas u r looking for? Budget?

buy Marc Residence. low-den for sure

Phoeni, thanks for the input. Yes,it's rather close to the highway. Was looking for a unit facing desa, but was told those are hard to come by.
Did not look into casa desa as i felt it was a bit dense, lack of amnesties and the price was high.
Just looking around for now. tmn desa was the first because it's right smack in the middle of pj and kl, plus i like the area Budget around 400k
Any recommendations given the choice for own stay ?

btw, I concur with ts that agents for tmn desa are rather stuck up.

This post has been edited by tZZ: Sep 30 2009, 11:43 PM

Hi, was driving around Taman Desa few time now to have general feel of the area.

Agree totally that the area is very convenient, right between kl pj, you may also say puchong too. area very quiet, but a bit too quiet during nite time, especially some roads without good streetlights.

Any form of public transport along the road from OBD towards casa desa? Seems like a bit difficult to get around without own transportation.

Phoeni, was tracing a few of your posted thread, was once quite keen on looking for Faber studio that you had, very decent COCR (noted that you got a very below market price). Unfortunately, no suitable units available for sale atm. Thanks for the personal experience sharing, not many willing to reveal so much, will keep an eye on this area for future investment.

btw, a few bought casa desa during Mar09, at ~320k below 10floor, the taman yes, but hope the unit is a good buy. cheers

if only Tmn Desa could have LRT............

Dont think so got as gov already plan out...Subang got..hahhaa

don't think they have LRT soon, the only way to get there is thru bus , cab, car , or maybe nearby KTM .

5-10 minutes drive to Mid valley....

I used to stay in Taman Desa for more than ten years, Taman Desa become thief n robbers target lately not sure why, how is the security of Casa Desa and Faber Height compare to OBD?

Are you sure?? That sounds pretty scary then..

I'm staying alone hence landed would not be my first choice although I prefer landed much more. But I always believe that for a lady staying alone like me would source for condo for better security even tho it's not always true. What do you think?

Boss, every affluent area will become a tgt for thief and robbers. The landed houses there are home to many affluent and high net worth individuals. U have stayed there for the past 10 years - u may have noticed this trend.

Taman Tun Dr. Ismail is a beautiful prime tgt with heaps of break-in's. Interesting to note - Zero LRT's, Bus Depot's and No One Utama. Yet, it commands a hefty premium. Why? Dif story for dif day.

Anyway, I can't answer you with certainty, because I do not stay in 3 of the condo's above. Intuitively, security in the 3 above seem "passable". I walked in confidently past the guard house like I owned the place. And I get stopped by the guards every single time.

I've been to desa villa, bukit desa and OBD so far.

Desa villa has a very nice landscape, seller selling at 380k with moved in condition, too bad it's located at 1st floor which is a no no for me. To add on it's a little overpriced, others are selling at 300-330k.

Bukit desa has a smaller swimming pool as compared to desa villa with a density of 200plus units i suppose? Selling unit needs lotsa refurbishment, selling about 350k.

OBD is the best I went so far. I visited my friend's unit and fell in love with the quiet and peaceful environment. Selling much higher about 450k for 1600sqf if im not wrong.. contacted a few agents but no response >_<

Any agents here??

Desa Villa already have quite a few cases of people commiting suicide by jumping from top of the condo, I can't recall which block of condo, tats what my parents told me,they stay in Taman Bukit Desa. You must be wondering why i know so well about his place,all my family members stay in this area.

I will go for OBD since you are getting to stay not invest, safty will be number 1 priority.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 1 2009, 11:34 AM

Yea I have heard of the same case as well.. Nonetheless OBD is still my top priority..I'm still awaiting for good news from the agents..

Do you have any idea on how much would it cost for landed around this area or further like happy garden, OUG..

Phoeni, r u familiar with desa permai? Its nearby to Faber Heights, just in front of the site for Papillon

For landed if u are talking about Jalan Bukit Desa Satu, my mom neighbour want to sell her 2 storey house for RM700k freehold, i think the size is 20 x 100 i think, while those terrace facing the Desa Villa condo in Taman Bukit Desa is leasehold, they are around the range of RM550k above i think.

Happy Garden & OUG terrace house is quite old i think at least 20 years old although they are RM300k plus but the upkeep n repair will cost you a bomb. They are not G&G except certain part of OUG like the Boutique Bangalow but that will cost you something like millions.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 1 2009, 02:53 PM

Thanks for the info.. My budget is around 400-450k, hence landed would not be my priority..what's your opinion towards mont kiara/hartamas as compared to tmn desa?

i also thinking of buying a unit in desa villa for my own stay but donno whether it's a good buy..

mont kiara n hartamas morning traffic is lil bit jam according to my Uncle that stay there, quite a happening place i think. To me I still prefer Bandar Puteri Puchong , maybe u like to have a look at the Aseana Puteri, nothing to shout about the workmanship but the enviroment to me is not bad, everything within 5 minutes drive whether you want to do karaoke,shopping i.e Giant,TescoJusco,eating i.e Papa Rich,Old Town Coffee, Shabu Shabu, Bibi Wok, mamak stall, chinese food, Sushi King, 1 Cafe, bakery,electrical shop are plenty or even play badminton...

take a look at this one maybe not sure whether you will like it :
Freehold, 1300 sq feets, going for RM349,000
http://www.iproperty.com.my/propertylistin...ominium_ForSale

Facilities: Club House, Covered Parking, Gymnasium, Jacuzzi, Jogging Track, Mini Market, Nursery, Playground, Squash Court, Swimming Pool, Wading Pool, Tennis Court, 24hr Security

or this one Aseana Puteri,

Description:
this unit come with 2 car park,high floor and nice no

http://www.iproperty.com.my/propertylistin...ominium_ForSale

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 1 2009, 04:05 PM

Puchong is not my liking.. What's ur view towards PINES@Mont Kiara and hartamas regency? Both of these are recommended by one of the agents.

me don't like Mont Kiara ma, tats why i stay in Bandar Puteri

Sorry can't offer you any view becos donno much about that area. Maybe u can think about Mutiara Damansara, very nice place to stay.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 1 2009, 04:09 PM

tohsan ur stying at the condo u mention ar?

nola, i stay in Puteri 6 2 storey.

oh i thought ur in that condo just now... hahaha! like puchong area as well but currently checking out taman desa first as i'm working in klcc... if puchng far woooo

hey what a coincident.. I'm working in klcc as well hence tmn desa would be my first choice Have u contacted any agents or viewed any units?

not yet la sandy. hehehe.. now oevresea working ma... so just scrolling thru some forum to see which area is good plus my budget is not as big as yurs..

I used to stay in Faber Ria, Taman Desa also,security wise not bad only the facility is bit outdated. I rented out my unit to a Japs family for 3 years advance payment of rent.

Actually its not really tat far, my office in Ampang, everyday i travel via Kesas Highway, the most i take is 30 minutes travel only to reach Ampang.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 1 2009, 04:42 PM

bro not jam ka in the morning to work?i mean from puchong la... heheeh! wow.. advanced payment 3 years? rich woooo..

Hi, no worries.

Any chance u want to consider landed?

tats what most people think and never borther to go and check, morning goto work sure the traffic is slow becos most folks will be driving around 60-80km/h, u see a lot of cars but those cars are really moving unlike USJ u see most car just stop n wait along Jalan Kewajipan Traffic Light area.

The best thing is that the time that I reach Kesas highway around 6.50am you can have the whole highway for yourself, 15 minutes thats all you need to reach Ampang.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 1 2009, 06:11 PM

impressive. I thought it was an achievement for me to collect 1 year advance.

how did u manage to structure it for 3 yrs pymt?

This post has been edited by Phoeni_142: Oct 1 2009, 06:14 PM

Actually its a matter of good luck, the Kobayashi family insist about it so I don't mind, but I promise to them I will sent people to do housekeeping for them every 2 weeks f.o.c. They are happy about it. This is not in the tenancy agreement.

salute to u bro... impressive! so any recommendation on which condo around taman desa is the best to buy? for own stay la...

If your budget is around 400-450k & prefer a condo, maybe you can try Merc Residence, Bukit Desa side.

Pros - New, low den & good furnishing
Cons - Location not as good as OBD & near high tension cable (same as OBD)

There is also Saville but I think it is over 500k now. They should be handing over the keys soon.

This post has been edited by Joink: Oct 1 2009, 07:42 PM

I think for own stay i will choose OBD

i've done my research also regarding OBD and many prefer that side too... donno why but the properties there quite pricey... don't u think so?

I've been to one of the unit there, very peaceful and quiet. It's very much well maintained, you can hardly tell it's aged approx 10 yrs, but of course maintenance fees is above average.

Thats what I like about OBD, thats one of the reason a lot of expatriate family stay there especially the korean and japs.


Alternatively you may consider this condo in OUG, they are really not bad, my friend just bought one unit quite sometime back,just nice for your budget:

VILLA BANYAN-OUG, Jalan Klang Lama, RM 375,000, Freehold, Built-Up: 1404 sq. ft.
LOW DENSITY WITH TOTAL 80 UNITS ONLY
http://www.iproperty.com.my/propertylistin...ominium_ForSale

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Oct 2 2009, 10:26 AM

where is this located at?

OUG! LOL

Its second junction on the left b4 the Boutique Bangalow.

oh thanks man.. so how's the environment there? any idea?

this one u need to check yourself, i think its not bad actually.

Am happy to see the topic in Tmn Desa. Been living here for the past >15years, landed property.
Have just bought a unit in OBD of late after eyeing and shopping for one for months. OBD is a beautiful place, quiet with good tenants (expats, or affluent locals) maintenance is top mark. They are completing the repainting of the building soon, looks good. Security is impressive, doesnt matter whether you are a multiple units owner there, or the so called "in-house" agents (?) who frequent there almost on a daily basis, or a investor like me who's been there practically few times a week in the past months, the security guards would not compromise on any exceptions, ID check, confirmation on visiting which unit, camera shooting at your face while you are at the entry.
I know a few agents there at OBD and would be happy to pass around.
Good luck all.

hi good to hear someone is eyeing the same as me..mind to share how much u bought it and of which size?(1600 sqf?) and could you share which agent you dealed with? I'm having problem in getting response from the so-called professional agents.. >_<

ya2... can anyone recommend any nice trustful agent?

Hi all after reading this tread i am very happy that many people here likes OBD Garden , i am actually a new owner of a unit of OBD Garden as i just got my key recently and i am looking for renovation contractor , wonder anyone here got any good lobang out there ? I wanted a simple renovation only thanks

so glad to hear tat! by the way mind to share how much u bought it and of which size ya?

I got it at RM 430,000 is a mid floor , as the size is 1,628 sf.

U've got a good deal! when did u buy it? I heard price goes up near to 500k for the size u mentioned!

i brought it on somewhere around March this year , just recently got the key only as i am currently looking for renovation contractor. I am still thinking renting it out or staying myself there.

Its definitely a good deal for that price. Its about RM264/sf, I've seen other units priced much higher probably higher floors with better views and furnishing. Are you still considering getting a unit at OBD?

Do u have any units to offer ? What is the price like ? Maybe i will check with my friends.

No i'm not an agent, don't have units to offer But i have been looking around.

so u are interested in looking for what type of unit? for home staying or office ?

same here dude.. i ve been searching around for about 2 months but cant get a good deal

So have u got any ideal which 1 you are going for?

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Added on November 17, 2009, 8:43 pmBtw which location are u looking in ? Taman Desa or other places ?


This post has been edited by kwps: Nov 17 2009, 08:43 PM

anybody got agents to recommend for tmn desa area..do pm.. thanks looking at fabers..

bro kwps, so have you decided to stay or rent it out? judging from feedback, mostly expats stay there.. i believe it would be a nice place to stay in.. quiet and have more class to it.

Bro Jason , i thinking to stay there as i am now still looking for renovation contractor.

try look for david chin, his number in iproperty.com.

sell many condo there. patient guy

I never knew which unit is OBD, from Googlemap it's quite small so it's not densed.

How bout arranging open house so we can go look look see see?

I hv contact for customize cabinet & wardrobe n door specialist if u need them pm me.

This post has been edited by Tohsan: Dec 8 2009, 04:42 PM

That will be great Mr Tohsan

Hello all.
I recently visited Danau Murni Condominium at Taman Desa and to my surprise it appears to be a very good investment.
A partly furnished unit is selling for RM150,000, bank valuation at RM160,000.
The rental for unfurnished is RM800 while fully furnished can go as high as RM1,400.
The rental return is tremendous if you can spend an additional RM10,000 to furnish the unit.

The deal looks to good to be true, therefore I would like to seek for more feedback from you guys before I commit.
I truly appreciate any constructive feedback.

danau murni, i thought more for bumi buyers/lots. i did check out before.. u want to double check?

This post has been edited by airline: Dec 23 2009, 05:17 PM

You can look for my contractor that did my house and my cafe. She is quite capable and very reliable.
Her name is daphane 012.3877107. Hopefully not too late.

Hi everyone,

I am looking for an unit @ Desa Permai, preferbably comes with 2 carparks. If there is any desa permai owner here who wish to upgrade their home from strata to landed title, please do not hesitate to pm me.

Thank you and best regards,
felix wang

This post has been edited by felixwang: Nov 18 2010, 11:53 PM