Kuala Lumpur capital city is the most densely populated area in the country, at around 8,160 people per sq km of land area, followed by Putrajaya at around 2,230 people per sq km of land area and Penang at 1,664 people per sq km.
Being the economic epicentre of the country, it’s common that many individuals from different states in Malaysia move to Kuala Lumpur whether it’s for better career opportunities or a more urban living experience. This is aligned with data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia, which states that a majority of the residents in Kuala Lumpur are working adults.
Given the high population density in Kuala Lumpur, it’s no surprise that there is a strong housing demand in the city and cost of renting can be expensive, especially near the city centre. In this article, we break down the rental rates in Kuala Lumpur according to districts, which include Ampang, Batu, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Petaling, Setapak and Ulu Kelang.
Residential Rental Rates In Kuala Lumpur For 2024
There are many factors that influence rental rates in Kuala Lumpur such as the geographical location, surrounding amenities and the type of property itself.
The rental costs of residential properties can vary significantly in different districts in Kuala Lumpur. Typically, the nearer you are to the city centre, the more expensive the properties are to rent.
Ampang District
Situated within the central region of Kuala Lumpur, Ampang district is closely located to the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The district is also well-connected with access to major highways and prominent roads like Jalan Ampang which leads to the city’s financial districts and embassy enclaves.
Based on data from the National Property Information Centre (NAPIC), renting high-rise residences such as apartments, condominiums, serviced residences and flats in Ampang set renters back by RM1,100 to RM5,500 a month.
For example, the Mutiara Upper East Condominium in Desa Pandan offered renters three to six bedders at prices from RM3,500 to RM5,500 per month. On the other hand, Menara Polo condominium in Desa Pandan offered cheaper rental at a price range of RM1,800 to RM2,500 a month. GCB court has studios and two-, three- and four-bedder units.
There is limited data from NAPIC on the rental rates of terraced homes in Ampang. According to PropertyGuru, the asking rent of terraced homes in Ampang range from RM1,450 to RM14,000 per month. The rent of three-storey terraced homes in Ampang Hilir cost around RM13,000. If you’re looking for more affordable rental options, two-storey landed homes in Taman Sri Watan cost RM1,700 per month.
Batu District
Situated in the northern part of Kuala Lumpur, Batu district is known to be home to affluent neighbourhoods including Desa Parkcity and Solaris Dutamas. These coveted addresses boast gated and guarded residences and luxury terraced homes that make the residential choice of many expats including from the Korean and Japanese communities.
According to NAPIC’s data, rental rates of high-rise residences in Batu had a price range from RM550 to RM14,250. For example, it cost renters RM12,500 to RM14,250 a month to rent a unit at 10 Mont Kiara condominium in Mont Kiara.
On the other hand, renters can find cheaper properties to rent in the mature neighbourhood of Sentul. For example, Casa Idaman condominium in Sentul had a rental price range of RM1,250 to RM2,500 per month.
Rental rates for terraced homes in Batu ranged from RM850 to RM10,000 per month. For example, the Casaman double-storey homes in Desa Parkcity fetched rents from RM8,000 to RM10,000 per month. On the other hand, double-storey terraced homes in Taman Megah Kepong were more affordable to rent at RM1,800 to RM1,900.
Cheras District
Situated in the southeast region of Kuala Lumpur, Cheras has several matured neighbourhoods consisting of landed residences, with access to urban amenities including shopping malls, hospitals and food and beverage outlets. It is perhaps due to this that the district attracts many middle-class families who enjoy living in the area for generations.
NAPIC did not provide sufficient data for residential rental rates in Cheras. According to PropertyGuru, the asking rent for high-rise residences range from RM1,200 to RM8,500 per month. For example, renting at One Cochcrane Residence condominium costs around RM3,800 per month.
Rental rates for landed properties in Cheras range from RM1,200 to RM4,300 per month. For example, a two-storey terraced home in Alam Damai cost RM3,200 per month. For more affordable options, a double-storey terraced home in Taman Bukit Anggerik cost RM1,800 a month.
Kuala Lumpur District
Not to be confused with the federal territory of Kuala Lumpur, the district of the same name occupies a central part of the territory.
Due to the central location, rental rates in this district can be more expensive than others. The rental rates of high-rise residences in the Kuala Lumpur district ranged from RM550 to RM12,000. For example, rental rates at Aira Residence condominium cost RM8,000 to RM9,450. On the other hand, Pantai Hillpark condominium in Pantai Dalam had cheaper rental prices of RM1,700 to RM2,500.
Additionally, rental rates for landed homes ranged from RM1,200 to RM12,500 a month. The double-storey terraced homes in upscale suburb Damansara Heights were the most expensive to rent from RM8,500 to RM12,500. On the other hand, renting double-storey homes in Bukit Banadaraya cost around RM2,800..
Petaling District
Petaling district is located further south to Kuala Lumpur city centre and this means that some neighbourhoods can be far from the city centre. However, many of the neighbourhoods in this district are self-sufficient, with established malls, food and beverage outlets. This district is known to be the home to one of the largest stadiums in the country, the National Bukit Jalil Stadium which had hosted high-profile concerts in the past such as Coldplay and Blackpink.
There is a mix of affordable and more upscale residences in Petaling district. High-rise properties in this district recorded rental rates from RM500 to RM5,000. The most expensive property to rent in this district is The Treez Jalil Residence condominium with rental prices of RM4,500 RM5,000 a month. On the other hand, you can find cheaper properties to rent in industrial neighbourhood Sungai Besi such as the Residensi Vyne Sungai Besi for RM1,400 to RM2,300.
The rental costs of landed residences in Petaling ranged from RM750 to RM3,300. For example, double-storey homes in the popular Overseas Union Garden neighbourhood cost RM2,000 to RM2,500 rent a month. Conversely, double-storey homes in Bandar Baru Sri Petaling are cheaper from RM1,000 to RM1,800 a month.
Setapak District
Situated in the northeastern region of Kuala Lumpur, Setapak offers some of the most affordable residential properties to rent.
Setapak is known for being home to two prominent educational institutions funded by private donors – Tunku Abdul Rahman University (TARU) and Tunku Abdul Rahman College (TARC).
According to NAPIC, high-rise properties in this district cost from RM700 to RM3,100. This could be due to the availability of more affordable properties to be rented to students attending the TARU and TARC. For example, the Platinum Hill Condominium PV3 located near the education institutions had rental rates of RM1,500 to RM1,800 a month.
Rental rates for landed residences in Setapak cost from RM1,100 to RM3,500. For example, the cost to rent a double storey terraced house in neighbourhoods such as Taman Bunga Raya and Wangsa Melawati ranged from RM1,750 to RM2,000.
Section 1-100
The Section 1-100 district occupies the heartlands of Kuala Lumpur with easy access to prominent financial and business districts of the city centre.
Not surprisingly, this district had some of the most expensive rental rates. The overall rental rates for high-rise residences here cost as high as RM15,000 per month. For example, The Oval condominium in Kuala Lumpur city centre, which consists of three to six bedders, had the highest rental rates from RM12,000 to RM15,000 per month.
There is limited data on the rental cost of landed residences in this district. According to NAPIC’s report, rental rates for double storey homes in Taman Seputih cost around RM2,800 to RM3,600.
Ulu Kelang District
Situated in the northeast region of Kuala Lumpur, Ulu Kelang is known for its natural attractions including waterfalls and hiking trails.
According to PropertyGuru, asking rent of high-rise properties range from RM1,600 to RM2,200 a month. On the other hand, rental prices of single-, double-, and three-storey landed homes range from RM1,500 to RM6,500 per month.
As we can see, the rental rates for residences in the central region of Kuala Lumpur tend to be higher than in other regions. These districts provide easy access to the city centre and are short distance away from financial and business districts. Such districts may attract expats who may not be familiar with the city and want to be homed near the city centre. On the other hand, Setapak district offers some of the more affordable rental options that would appeal to students.
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