Financial Daily - Fulfilling homebuyers needs with Tropicana Urban Homes
With key infrastructure projects rolled out by the government and the efforts put in by renowned property developers in the country, more areas in Greater Kuala Lumpur are evolving into bustling and modem places for people to live. A good example is Kajang, Selangor, which has seen three mass rapid transit (MKT) stations become operational in July, namely the Sungai Jemih, Stadium Kajang and Kajang MRT stations Thanks to the Sungai Buloh-Kajang MRT Line, the popular satay town is seeing numerous township developments coming up in and around Kajang. Another growth area is the Kota Kemun-ing conurbation that is expected to be even more vibrant once the West Coast Expressway, which will connect Ranting to Taiping in Ferak. is fully completed in 2019.
In these two growth areas, there are two townships that have emerged as one of the most prestigious and desired addresses in their respective vicinities. Tropicana Heights in Kajang and Tropicana Aman in Kota Ke-muning. Both townships can be easily accessed through major highways and transportation hubs while ollering an array of facilities and amenities! says Tropicana Corp Bhd group CEO Dato' Yau Kok Seng. "Since the debut oi the Tropicana Golf & Country Resort and Tropicana Indah Resort Homes in Petaling Jaya we have established a unique DNA that sets our developments apart," he notes. Besides being well-planned and self-contained, Tropicana's townships are designed to provide its communities with a holistic living experience with education, recreation and other amenities, and bolstered by beautifully landscaped environments consisting of lakes, parks and gardens. For instance, both Tropicana Heights and Tropicana Aman have their very own central park. The parks are designed to enhance one's mental and physical wellness with fresh air, open spaces, comprehensive facilities, walking and biking trails as well as lush greener)'.
The residential and commercial components in "Tropicana's townships are premised on accessibility, connectivity, innovative concepts and designs, generous open and green spaces, amenities, facilities, multi tiered security, and quality For instance, Tropicana Heights will feature a commercial centre, dubbed Market Square, in the heart of the development, while Tropicana Aman will have a 198-acre retail and commercial area where residents can enjoy an urban lifestyle. "Residents get to enjoy all the convenience and amenities of urban living but away from the hustle and bustle of the city. However, should they wish to travel out, Kuala Lumpur city centre and other parts of Greater Klang Valley are just a short drive away" Yau adds. The education component is another key feature of the townships. Both townships will be welcoming new schools including Tenby International School in Tropicana Aman.
Besides meeting the needs of residents, the schools will add vibrancy to the township. The TYopicana Urban Homes In order to encourage homeownership among buyers today, Tropicana will be unveiling the TYopicana Urban Homes collection at the two award-winning townships in the fourth quarter of 2017 (4Q2017). The collection oi modern homes is based on the premise tha: homes can still be trendy, comfortable and practical without a hefty price tag, offers Yau. To be located within a Tropicana master-planned development. Tropicana Urban Homes will provide three key benefits to residents: a sense of identity and belonging; immediate access to amenities and the wider benefits in these townships; and a seamless cohesion of life, work, family and social spaces. "When access to quality and reason Tropicana Urban Homes offer a wide range off facilities. affordable priced homes defines the way a generation lives or stops them from realising their needs and wants, a creative solution is required in this case, Tropicana Urban Homes," he says. A class above affordable homes, these modem apartments will offer a space where life's basic needs are met but also designed to be versatile, current and with condominium-standard attributes, security and facilities.
The homes cater to young buyers who are priced out of the traditional property market, middle-income professionals, aspiring homebuyers and new families, notes Yau. "This market segment desires fulfilling lifestyles with stylish design and good finishing but at an accessible price lag," he says. Under the Tropicana Urban Homes collection, first up will be Aman 1 in Tropicana Aman and Heights 1 in Tropicana Heights. Heights 1, Tropicana Heights Located on a 5.66-acre site in Tropicana Heights, Heights is a mixed development surrounded by the townships comprehensive amenities. The 199-acre freehold TYopicana Heights is anchored by a 16-acre Central Park with a 750m long linear lake, seamless pedestrian walkways and its very own 2-acre Recreational Hub and Market Square, all of which are complemented by beautiful landscaping and parkland views. The amenities in the township are just a walking distance from Heights 1. thus enabling future residents to relish in all the convenience of urban living. Access-wise. Tropicana Heights is linked to four major highways Kajang Silk Highway, North-South Expressway, South Klang Valley Expressway and Kajang-Seremban Highway. With a gross development value of RM423 million, and with an MRT and KTM transportation hub in operation 4km away Heights 1 comprises two blocks of 35- and 36-storey serviced apartments housing 1,025 units and a retail podium consisting of 16 retail shop lots. Construction is expected to be completed in four years' time. The serviced apartment units have built-ups ranging from 449 sq ft to 1,783 sq ft. They come with practical layouts to suit the needs of families. Prices are as low as RM236.000. Heights 1 will offer a wide range of facilities for its residents including a basketball court, wading pool, swimming pool, children's playground, lounge, multipurpose hall, gymnasium and BBQ pits. Aman 1, Tropicana Aman
The units will be in line with the concept of Tropicana Urban Homes and come with accessible prices without compromising on wholesome lifestyle offerings. There are two types of layout - Type A (870 sq ft) and Type B (1,000 sq ft). Both offer a bright, practical and functional layout, suited to young professionals and startei families. Aman 1 is slated to be launched in 4Q2017 and targeted to be completed in four years' time. The 863-acre Tropicana Aman is situated next to the growing neighbourhood of Kota Kemuning. The township is designed as a walking and biking community where one can enjoy the convenience of vibrant commercial hubs within the township, all anchored by the 85-acre Central Park. The Central Park offers a 7km walking and biking trail with accessibility via 10 link bridges and 17 beautiful pavilions surrounding a lake. The 10-acre Tenby International School campus will have a capacity for 1.800 students and is expected to have its first intake in September 2018. Tropicana Aman can be easily accessed through six major highways, namely Lebuhraya Shah Alam, the Federal Highway. Lebuhraya Kemuning Shah Alam, Expressway Lingkaran Tengah, South Klang Valley Expressway and the up-and-coming West Coast Highway.
