Hello all I am seriously considering The Arcuz for own stay but a few things are bothering me thus the plan is on hold for now. Coming here to seek for some different perspectives.

1. To existing buyers - Are you buying for own stay or investment? (I would really love to be surrounded by own stay community, instead of tenants)

2. I like the accessibility but worried about the security outside of the condo compound, many empty shops. I may be overthinking but I'm afraid it'd be a crime-prone area if they continue to remain empty (Correct me if I am wrong). I'd most likely go with the 2 rooms, 1 car park unit & chances of needing to park the second car outside, at the commercial area are high. Are there any plans that the commercial area will be revived?

3. Noise factor from the highway. If I am going for unit facing West which is overlooking the LRT station + highway, which floor would be a better option? The higher the better? (Seems like the bedroom & balcony is facing toward the noise direction)

4. Since the take-up rate is fairly low now, is it wise to wait for a few more months to avoid the need to pay the progressive interest at such an early stage?

5. Lastly, being a PJ folk, I would really love to stay in PJ. Apart from Sapphire mentioned above, any sifu could provide recommendations on a few comparable new projects with The Arcuz? (I have surveyed Miyu, Ryan & Miho, Megah Rise, Ruby Seapark, Aratre etc., all seem to be less suitable in one way or another...)

Thanks in advance

Is that so? Any idea who is reserving the parking lots?

Thanks for this piece of information! Another issue to consider here then... I don't mind to pay extra to rent a carpark within The Arcuz but they are only offering 100+ visitor carparks. I'm afraid the demand will be higher than supply - if the occupancy rates are high upon completion

With this price point, it'll be really nice if all units come with 2 carparks

Thanks for informing My agent told me that the promotion is extended. Plus I prefer to really clear all doubts & take some time to think through the decision. Don't want to rush into anything as it is for own stay purpose.

Thanks for the input! You're purchasing it for investment?

Well... I'm a hopeless romantic of sunset - that's why considering West What bothering me is noise pollution. My agent told me the higher, the noisier & I don't know for sure My view is since it's something I am going to stay for perhaps the next 10 years, 1k/floor higher is acceptable. However, I do want to make sure that I am making an informed decision before committing.

If anybody here can tell from experience whether the statement from the agent is true (higher floor = noisier compared to the lower floor facing the highway), that would be much appreciated

This is such an interesting input! Thanks so much!
Speaking of which, I do think we need to put in some extra efforts before moving in to achieve hotel kind of soundproofing standard I have stayed at hotels in the city centre next to busy roads & it is possible to reduce the voice pollution to nearly zero when all windows are shut (correct me I am wrong on the application on residential units, first time home buyer).

We may need to have a separate discussion over the contractor, pricing etc. closer to the completion date

You got a point there regarding waiting time for elevator & the probability to get to the ground in the shortest time possible during an emergency. I do think it is crucial to have top-notch maintenance & upkeep on the security & the alarm system. Some condos' alarm systems are easily triggered (speaking from experience), up to a point where people assume those are false alarm and no longer want to 'escape' - which is terrible for not having a sense of urgency. That is why I think the community is of utmost importance coming to purchase a property for own stay purpose. Short term tenants would usually just 'live with whatever it is' & has the liberty to move away

This is simply brilliant! Especially true that the future of post-pandemic may have a blended mode of working from home & the office. Which direction are you purchasing?

I heard there is a landscape deck on level 41. Not sure if it is a good idea to be on the same floor with the landscape deck? Or what's the purpose of it?

Thanks for the information. How's the feedback from your previous clients on the extra facilities?