Hi peeps,

Since there's no specific discussion on Five Stones, I thought I'll start one. Anyhow, was just there earlier for their "soft launch" of Phase II. The last 2 remaining towers are now available for sale:

Block D: Villa Block (2 units per floor, 25 stories) @ RM520 per sq feet [2,909 sq feet]
Block E: 4 units per floor, 35 stories @ RM480 per sq feet [2,100 & 2,400 sq feet]

For those who's truly interested, I suggest U make the trip to haf a look c and decide before Friday because according to their salespeople, the Management is indicating a 2% price increase for when they officially launch on Saturday [currently they're giving a 2% early bird discount]. Also, there aren't many units available to pick from.

--Added--
Indicative maintenance fees is RM0.27 RM0.25 p/sq feet inclusive sinking fund.

Website: http://www.sdb.com.my/main_sdb.htm

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 15 2010, 08:00 PM

@kbandito,
Yes, there's an ss2 mall down the road, next to Ken III. I think it's about 800m-1km down the road but it's not exactly a big mall.

I think it'll function quite nicely as a neighbourhood mart/mall.

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 13 2010, 09:11 PM

@urb7,
Yes the show unit's viewable. In fact, their "soft launch" begins tomorrow.

Take up rate is pretty high especially for the Villa Block; I believe 35 of 50 units have been sold whilst another 10 units have been "booked". If you're interested, I suggest you make time to go visit it tomorrow cause from the looks of it, come Saturday most of the choiced units will be unavailable.

The price I quoted does not include the 2% discount.

@Putraskyline,
I don't know what the average price per square feet is but at RM500 p/sq feet I'll say it's quite high. As mentioned, there's no other development comparable to Five Stones within the vicinity.

@kbandito,
Having seen both Ameera and Five Stones, I am of the opinion they aren't of the same class. Five Stones is one level above Ameera.

@tpleong,
Yes there's an "interest-free" scheme given by SDB during the construction period. Either that or take less than 90% loan and get a 2+3% discount.

I am of the opinion Five Stones will become an address of its own; and with Tropicana Grande at RM620 p/sq feet & Surian Residences at RM600 p/sq feet, Five Stones will appreciate to match those values.

@tpleong,
I believe the other 2 Towers started off at about RM420 p/sq feet and been raised to RM470 p/sq feet so really it hasn't quite "appreciated" too much. I did a rough calculation, after all the discounts SDB is giving, price drops to about RM500 p/sq feet.

@ah_Keng,
I'm quite sure I asked about sinking fund but as I've been visiting quite a couple of developments lately, I'm not quite sure what the rate is at Five Stones. Let me check and get back to U later.

As to available facilities - well obviously there's security, 2 squash courts, 2 tennis courts, a pool, a garden, 2 gyms.

@Pai,
I think the ss2 Mall is really meant to service those who's living in the area. Don't expect it to be a 1U

@kbandito,
It looks like a lot of people are moving towards condo living; probably because of the security and all *shrugs*

I'm no expat hence I've no idea Y an expat would want to live in ss2 but in terms of location, ss2 is quite central. I live in a place where there's loads of expats hence do know they help in keeping the rental market alive and obviously high; a bungalow here apparently rents for about RM18k p/month.

@tpleong,
Unfortunately I'm not Bumi and the last time I checked, neither are my folks *sniff sniff* Will take a look at that Brunsfield Embassy Row you recommended but I probably won't be able to afford it based on its location *grins* Also, I'm more inclined to look at landed property for my next purchase and my next aim is Seri Pilmoor @ Ara Damansara.

-Added-
Just did a quick look through at the website for Brunsfield Embassy Row; it's way too expensive; not something I can afford and I find it a lil small in size *oopS* Given the fact that I grew up in PJ I prefer Five Stones to this one. Location wise, obviously I think the one in KL is more prime but ss2 can only get better from today on

@urb7,
If I ain't mistaken their showroom is oredi available for viewing. Also, the indicative pricing for the Semi-D's are RM2.8m whilst the Bungalow's RM4.3m.

-Added-
I'm off to the Five Stones site in a bit; anyone who wants any info whilst I'm on site, drop me a Twitter so I can respond; am not going to check LYN PMs whilst I'm there but Twitter @ 140 characters shouldn't be a problem.

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 15 2010, 02:05 PM

@tpleong,
Am glad U like it *smiles* Yes apparently there'll be a 2% increase when it's launched officially tomorrow; I'm thinking; SDB will probably just do away with the 2% early bird discount *shrugs*

Anyhow I also checked - maintenance fees is RM0.25 p sq feet and that's inclusive of the sinking fund.

I prefer Unit-02 of the Villa's as all rooms will have views; unlike Unit 01.

So.. U jumping onto the bandwagon?! Come on.. decide today and save 2%

@tpleong,
The view from the Lanai is better on Unit 01 because it's a more "central" view but the rooms will be looking into Jasmine Tower.

On Unit 02 the view of the Lanai is a lil to the side but it is good enough to see the pool + the garden plus it's not blocked by the opposite 38 storey block (Ph 1 launch) and the rooms will look into Jasmine Tower's pool.

Anyhow, to each his own *smiles* Oh btw Level 15 is above the Service Room - but you're right - nothing's available other than Level 13-15 on that one.

@urb7,
Yeah I too have a feeling they'll just be taking away the 2% early bird discount. Am heading over to ur forum but it's a bit quiet on the Five Stones forum [hint: make me a Moderator too?! *LOL]

And since you were there, am sure you took photos - quick quick upload it - I'm too lazy to do it

@urb7,
What details do U want? I oredi updated all the details I know mah - damn, I made the mistake of not taking a picture of what's available on both Block D & Block E. Was just too bz taking photos of the damn show unit.

Hi peeps,

Just an update - there's been no price increase; and they're still giving our a 2% discount. Had lunch with grandmother and took her to view the place.

Below, screen shot of what's available and not as at 4PM.

2024sf / 2039sf (Block E)
- 142 units, 35 storeys.
- 4 units per floor, no sharing of party walls
- 4 lifts



2909sf (Block D)
- 50 units, 25storeys.
- 2 units per floor, no sharing of party walls
- 2 lifts, private lobby



This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 16 2010, 07:08 PM

@tpleong,
I figured U didn't go ahead with the booking (at least when I took the picture) since D-15-01 remains unpinned

Extra 7% discount?! Hm... you're a Bumi huh?! How lucky! Yeah I chose Unit 02 instead of 01 *grins*

@tpleong,
You've addressed me twice in the last 2 post and yet you got the nick wrong! Timkerbel and then Tinberkel

Yes apparently you still do have time to decide; but if you intend to flip it immediately U got to think about the bank lock-in period of 5 years. Unlike you, I've an option of moving in; mom might want to decide to shift in there but *shrugs* we'll see about it.

PS: When I called this afternoon to check what the response rate over the weekend was, I was told there's 3 units remaining (exc 1 penthouse) for the Villa Block.

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 18 2010, 05:33 PM

@Minolta,
There's no existing rental market in ss2 to compare; if you compare the current developments it's just not worth the rental but I've a feeling there's $ to be made on this project.

@tpleong,
Lol. Don't let me influence U

@tpleong,
Don't rush into it just cause there's a 7% discount. It's not like u can't get it for other developments. Purchase it only if u haf thought through it. As to shifting in, just put into consideration there'll be a ~$800 maintenance fees p/month.

Am not looking at any other condos/properties at this point. Also, personally I don't like Mont Kiara area, I think it's priced too high & rental has significantly dropped due to reduced demand. Plus it's a concrete jungle there

@Pai,
I'll let u know how it goes in 2013

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 19 2010, 11:26 AM

@tpleong,
Er.. isn't that what I reported in my earlier post?

@sonycamera,
U should onli look at purchasing something if you like the unit/view. If it's not choiced, it'll also be difficult to let go should you decide to sell it in the future. At this kinda prices, U probably can scout around and see if something else comes up; unless you really really really like the location and don't want to stay anywhere else.

Which units on Block E are you looking at? 2,100/2,400 sq feet?

Unless the market really slumps and people can't hold onto their unit, I doubt the prices will be any lower than what's currently being offered by the developers

This post has been edited by tinkerbel: Jan 19 2010, 06:42 PM