Tour My $614 A Month Condo in Kuala Lumpur MALAYSIA (Pet Friendly!)
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.ย. 2024
- Are you tired of living in a place that doesn't bring you joy? Join me as I take you on a tour through my family & pet-friendly 2-bedroom condo apartment in Setia Sky Residences, near KLCC here in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia where I now live for just $614 a month as an expat.
0:14 - How I Ended Up Here
0:53 - Setia Sky Residences - Entry, Lobby & Location (MRT access)
2:13 - Facilities (level 5) - Main Pool, Jacuzzi & Convenience Store
3:42 - Facilities (level 34) - Rooftop Pool, Gym, & Sauna
5:54 - Condo Full Tour
9:10 - Nighttime Rooftop & Total Costs
We’ll start with the secure entrance, and impressive lobby, showcasing the perfect location next to the MRT and how Setia Sky is an unmatched convenience in this price range. Next, we'll head up to level 5 to check out the main 50-metre pool, followed by the convenience store & family facilities.
Next, I take you on a tour of my pet-friendly fully furnished condo, including a full kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a comfortable living room, 2 TVs & my favourite part, the amazing KLCC view from the balcony.
Level 34 features the ‘rooftop’ infinity pool, full condo gym, jacuzzi & sauna - the KLCC skyline looks amazing at night. All of this for only $614 a month! Let’s explore what is possibly the best value family & pet-friendly condo in Malaysia.
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@@JackAlderton What a wonderful video. I hope that thousands of viewers will watch it soon.
How cant rent something similar to this condo ,I’m coming on march
Under 500 GBP for a fully furnished two bedroom, two bathroom condo in a major capital city with amenities? SOLD! Jack, you are the MAN! Great job!
Haha cheers mate, appreciate it!!
I can’t believe it. I keep checking the conversion app and second guessing myself. How is this even possible?! And why have I been slaving away and struggling in agony in this cold, wet, miserable place that I currently reside?
Thank heavens for the TH-camrs sharing this info.
JACK ALDERTON THE MAN I SALUTE YOU BRO, I MOVED TO MALAYSIA 🇲🇾 BECAUSE OF YOUR AMAZING TRULY VIDEOS
THANK YOU 🙏
Ayyy thank you Dave! Feel free to reach out to me, hope you're having a great time!
Congrats..👍🇲🇾
Malaysia is such a beautiful country! This will be the first Asian country that I will visit. If God wills !
I am organizing to come to a 5 star hotel in Tribeca for a few days then I will go to Port Dickson for the beach!
Sounds amazing! See you here man, enjoy.
For the beach shld go to the perhentian or redang island instead i guess...😅
Forget Port Dickson. Head to the islands
Probably the best value for a quality 2 bed condo in a major SE Asian city that I've seen.
Thanks for watching! I agree, glad you got something from the video.
Awesome video but Jack, you are such a hunk. So handsome 🫠🥰. I love your accent too. Please stay in KL for another 10 years or longer. More videos please!
Haha thank you, more videos coming!
Ahh.. that sounds good 👍
Haha the boy's definitely a cutie with those shorts and smile ha ha. Getting bad ideas lol 😈
Malaysia has lots of condo like this
it's great right? Love Malaysia's property.
Look forward to watching your video soon. It must be a wonderful place to stay in KL.
How are you doing this Saturday, good I supposed.
@@Yasin_Affandi good thanks, working on editing the next video!
@@JackAlderton Wonderful. Enjoy your editing on your computer. 😀
Awesome Kuala Lumpur view with great review!
Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!
Wowwww..the most epic view of KL CITY ..
Cool right? Thanks!
The value there is insane, especially with all the amenities.
Damn bro... this place is sick! We might be neighbors next time I visit 😂
@@TedPatrickBaird That sounds amazing. So, when are you coming? 😀
@@Yasin_Affandi Sooner than later inshallah 🙏
@@TedPatrickBaird That sounds good. 😀
Welcome anytime Ted!
Wow, awesome❤thanks brother🌻 .❤🌺🇲🇾
no worries, thanks for watching!!
Great video. I love the koala and lompa! 😂 You persuaded my partner and I to revisit KL again. We're Australian retired nomads slow travellingthe world. You have definitely given us good food for thoughts. Thanks.
Great video Jack ! Very informative and helpful 🤓
Thank you, glad you got something from it!
I'm so far down this rabbit hole. It started some hours ago looking for my next vacation spot. Now I'm thinking about moving to Malaysia 😆
Haha you'll love it Elisha, thanks for watching!
Awesome view of your Condo❤️Nice condo, looks huge. Wish I could own one. Love it 😊
thanks for watching and dropping a nice comment!
Ahahaha, that Dad Pun!
(I'm surprised there hasn't been any juvenile remarks about the lake area's name 😏)
Stupendous view, Jack, thanks for highlighting this, am already bookmarking for a future visit.
Haha cheers, yeah sometimes I have to be a little careful with what I say.
Excellent, enjoy your visit here!
@@JackAlderton By remarks, I meant in the comments section, obviously not you! Onya Jack!
Imagine waking up as your 👀. Every morning i will say I'm grateful for nice view.
haha cheers
Great to see you live happily & enjoy in Msia. 😊 look forward to see more of your videos
Thank you! More coming soon :D
Nice place, the jacuzzi sold me out.
Yessirrr thanks for watching!!
Excellent value for money, nice!
Thanks! Glad you liked it. More videos coming 💪
Hi Jack , another really great one , thank you ! :-)
Hey Bernard, thanks for watching! Doing my best with the video quality haha
@@JackAlderton hahahahaha no no, your video quality is great Jack ! hahahaa forgive me :) 🙏
I've stayed in Bukit Bintang (tourist central) and for something similar you would pay a bit more. $614 USD is a solid deal for that condo. Well done 👍
Very nice. Yeah it's a good tourist area but a bit too much hustle and bustle for me. I work near there (TRX).
Super awesome that you took the brave step to MOVE!😃💪
Just found your channel though this video (searched for KL apartment tour so you know for SEO) so we are gonna check out some of your other videos now 😃
We wish you a great day!
Linda and Jonas
Awesome, thanks for watching and leaving an insightful comment Linda and Jonas - I hope your research and travels go well!
WOW WOW WOW. I am excited to move there more than ever. Thx lots
thanks for watching! hope it all goes well for you!
Wow keep those type of content coming! Also if can do videos on 3 months lease, that will help as well..
Thanks Denis, great idea. I definitely plan to do more videos about different living arrangements and accomodation because this is what people are most interested in.
nice, passed by last week. am stil in the midst of decision making moving up. will make a trip again
Excellent, thanks for watching and hope it goes well for you!
Great value for money
i think so! Thanks for watching
It's beautiful condo! very nice price.
Thanks for watching Christian!
That is a nice area....very lively
I love it! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.
Besides that, you can take the mrt (yellow line) directly to Putrajaya Sentral and to KLIA Terminal 1 and 2. Very convenient!!!
that's right, I should have mentioned that! I usually take the train to and from the airport.
A cubicle in a condomnium around Bukit Timah, Singapore costs around the same
Yes sir 🫡
Crazy, good value in Malaysia! But I do love Singapore otherwise. Thanks for your comment.
Great video brother! I'm sold 😂
Haha cheers bro!
Love the view of your house…🤩
thanks for watching!
Absolute bargain. Thank you Jack
Thanks for watching, appreciate it!
Interesting video..
I like the skyline view especially in the evening onwards.. Oh yea it has a balcony and you can view more and have fresh air.. it would be a cool weather in monsoon season from September onwards. Normally, you can watch a huge spectacular fireworks at the Petronas twin towers every new year celebration from your condo.. caution : extra care for your cat not to jump over whilst he's excited at the balcony..😂
Haha yes, lovely fireworks - there were some a few days ago. I'm very grateful for being able to watch them!
@@JackAlderton 👏
Wow, fabulous place, love the view and the amenities and abundance space in the apartment… Great presentation… What are your thoughts on retirement in Malaysia?
Thanks John. I think Malaysia is a fantastic spot to retire, and definitely underrated. If you're looking to settle down, live peacefully, or even have a travel base, Malaysia has many advantages over other SEA countries, including Thailand. If the MM2H was easier for me to get, I'd be retiring very soon myself!
@@JackAldertonyep, that's absolutely correct.. 💯
LOL, setia sky residences, i just sold off my unit there, unfortunately at a loss. Stayed there for 3 years, it was great, the views are awesome though.
Ah!! Good place but yeah the property market here seems pretty rough for investment. Glad you got some nice times here.
Will they rise in value in future ?
Will it rise in value in future ?
Good video Jack hit the nail on the head with what I was looking for, am late 30’s potentially moving to KL from the UK for work, and will need a pet friendly place ( 1 cat).
However, I have a fair bit of furniture so would want to bring it, would you know if they offer apartments unfurnished at all? Cheers!
Thanks for watching! Sounds great, hope it goes well for you.
Yes, there are unfurnished places but they are the exception. Perhaps you could negotiate with the owner, or put their furniture in storage throughout the lease if you really want to keep your own. In Malaysia there is always a way 💪
$614 is a bargain for expats but still very expensive for the locals.. that's one of the main reasons why I always strive to earn in USD
Definitely. I earn in RM and it's worked out well so far TBH!
_Spectacular!_ That would feel like a bargain to me even if it weren't two-bedroom.
Does Malaysia have anything equivalent to Amazon? In America, I'm spoiled by having Prime deliver things to me in just a day or two.
I’m in Brisbane and my mortgage for a new one bedroom apartment close to the city is more than a five bedroom penthouse rental in KL 😳
crazy right! Hope your place gets a good run leading up to the Olympics.
The condo price isn't the problem. It's getting a visa. Which Visa did you get? and how many years is it good for?
That's true Andre. I'm working here so I have an EP (employment pass). It's good for 2 years rolling or as long as I stay with the company.
That won't be for most people but I know other Aussies here on the Digital Nomad visa, MM2h, and tourist visas that are able to rent etc.
My English neighbour has been on visa run for decades plus he's living on UK benefits only.
Loved the video! Keep shooting 'em! ❤
Thanks mate! Lots more coming
Love the informative videos! What's the air quality like?
Thanks for watching! I'd rate it a 7 - inside we have air filters, so no issue, but I can't lie and say it's pristine air outside. Definitely not as clean as Aus.
Furnished? Amazing!!! Do they have crazy condo association fees like they do here in the US?
Cheers! I reckon it's a fantastic deal. No fees for the rental but there would be fees for the owner, which is why I can't see myself recommending buying property in Malaysia - it's a renters market. Even still I'm sure the fees would be nowhere near the US, or Aussie strata fees & taxes.
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Cheers man! Thanks for watching
Great condo
Thanks for watching mate!
Great video!! I’m Curious do they allow airbnb in the building?
Cheers, Jack! Awesome apartment (2br is crazy) and great amenities for that price! Any reason you decided on KL instead of Bangkok (or even Penang)? I just found KL so darn boring when I went (going for another visa run tho), like there's nothing to do whatsoever. Penang and BKK seem to offer so much more, and I live super happily in Da Nang. Just wondering if I've been missing cool things about KL. Can't go to Pavilion or Batu Cave every day lol.
I have to pay AUD567 per month only for a room in east suburbs Melbourne 😢
Gee that's actually a great price for a room in Melbourne! But yeah it's definitely a different lifestyle. I hope you enjoy the best parts of Melbourne and Victoria. I did the Great Ocean Road earlier this year.
But you might earn AUD 8k a month😊
Hi Jack, How is the internet connection? What is the upload and download speed? Thanks
Good question, I should have mentioned this. Ours is 142 RM (30 USD) a month and running at 588 / 496 Mbps (down/up), so in my opinion it's fantastic!
Hey Jack! Curious what made you choose Malaysia,Kl compare to thailand etc.?
Hey Dennis, thanks for watching! For me, it was a job opportunity that allowed me to move here and live this lifestyle. Malaysia & Singapore have the best job prospects for expats in SEA, but Malaysia is much more affordable. It's also very diverse and easy to settle in (english everywhere, commonwealth country). I do love Thailand and if I had a remote job or business, I'd probably live there, or at least rotate my time between there and Malaysia - stay tuned ;)
@@JackAlderton Wow, interesting perspective! Thanks for sharing!
@@JackAldertongood answers 🎉
Malaysia has many advantages of accommodation and easy transportation to go out of the country because there are many discounts on flight tickets if you book early.
Amizing resident
Nice right, I love it! Thanks a lot for watching
please welcome to National Library.
Yes right nearby! I will check it out, thank you
Jack you did not tell us how you make your money
Great video...what are internet speeds and how reliable, i.e., outages?
Thanks mate. I will cover this in the video but they are by far the best i've experience anywhere. I'm getting 500 mbps here for ~25 USD/month with no downtime at all that I'm aware of.
OK you are awesome. You have a kitty! Hell ya.
did you use MM2H? or if not what visa do you use to live there? your apartment is really nice, what a deal... i don't even want to compare it to what I get here in Florida.
Thanks for watching. I'm working here on an EP (employment pass). MM2H is a viable option but they've recently made it more restrictive. Haha I understand, but having said that, I'd love to visit Florida one day!
Making MMH2 restrictive not much point taking it
cat person 😍😍
Love them! thanks for watching
hey Kenny, take the glasses
off! It makes you look studious
What does this mean? haha
Im also curious how difficult it is to get a long term visa and how long the leases are.
Hey Colette, long-term visas are a little bit notorious in SEA but it depends on your situation. MM2H and the Digital Nomad visa would be the go-to's if you can, otherwise tourist visas are quite generous for a lot of countries. Personally I work here, so I'm on an EP (work visa).
The leases are standard 12-months and you can get these on a tourist visa, you might just have to pay upfront. Hope that helps!
Hey Jack, thanks for the video. You mentioned you need to sign for 12 months to get that price. New to your Chanel how do you get a visa for that long.
Are there any restrictions on pets? I have a 40 lb medium sized dog. When you look the property up online it says it is not pet friendly.
It would depend on the owner of the condo you're renting. It's definitely pet-friendly on the whole. There are big dogs here that owners walk around, so it's definitely allowed. Restriction would come from the specific owner, not the building. I think you would have no trouble finding a place here!
Most owners dont care or dont inspect😅...but some Muslims owners wouldnt eant dogs
Good review. Love ur vlogs bruh.
Thanks mate!
Near kl sentral called q sentral have like this u press your roo. Lift only for u
Very cool! Yes I looked at a bunch, but many are not near the MRT line which is important for me.
But kl sentral is the main terminal 4 lrt ktm mrt..
Q sentral jhst walk 10 minutes can arrive to kl sentral mrt lrt hub terminal
Every one sick of Biden/Trump will soon move to Kuala Lumpur....omg , a heaven compare to USA...
Seriously!!!!!
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Agree 💯👍
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thanks for watching mate
Wow... How long is the minimum period of time required to rent? Is it possible to rent it for 3 months only?
Hi Maria, for these prices you'll typically need to sign a 12-month lease as standard. Shorter ones are possible, and there are room-rental companies that do 6-months at a time. Otherwise you can rent something similar through airbnb month-to-month, but it will be pricier. Thanks for watching!
Hi Jack, did you bring your cats from Australia? If so, was it difficult? And are there any chances I can find a condo if I have 4 cats 😅
Hey Oksana, I didn't bring them from Aus but I think you will have very few issues. It's taking cats into Australia that's the problem 😅 Yes you'll definitely be able to find a condo with cats, they're very accepted here. You might need to search a bit more but you will find one 👍👍
How can we talk to the agent for renting ?
Hey Daniel, use iproperty or propertyguru, all agents will have a whatsapp contact and be happy to help you
what would be the price per month if we opt for 3 months renting? and what website do you use to find these?
Right I have the same question as well 😂and was wondering if it offers short-term leases for just a few months
As a Melburnian, how is the coffee in KL? Seriously though, this is something to think about.
Haha good question Joanne. I will say it's much more affordable but I can't really comment on the fancy brews. I visited Vietnam last year and since then I only drink long blacks made vietnamese drip style at home! They do have Gloria Jeans here which I was surprised to see, and of course Starbucks and a pretty good independent cafe scene.
@JackAlderton no no not Starbucks Jack 😑
There are many local artica. coffee shops and chain coffee stores..some eveb have pop up coffee stalls late at night
Coffee culture is quite big here, there's many local coffee brands and cafes where you can try various coffees.
What type of visa are you on to be able to stay in Malaysia for so long?
Work visa, specifically EP category 1. There are other options though
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Thanks for watching!
" just as good as commercial gym" girl I used 32kg per hand just for my shoulder presses as I was young. Bench 42kg per hand. Etc Now Im 50 and this would be just as good for me as anything. 🤣
💪 far stronger than most!! yes, it's not quite the same but I make it work.
Does the infinity pool have a closing time?
I think it's 'officially' 10pm, but I know people definitely stay there later!
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Thanks for watching!
Hey jack can two students live together in that room and share the price
Hey there, yes definitely! That would work very well. I'm sure people room share apartments here.
Malaysia is great mate.
Only second to Taiwan
Dunno. Malaysia is great because its English, for that reason alone. MY>TW.
Haha cheers. I've yet to visit Taiwan but I've heard great things!
Diversity of course 👍🇲🇾@@pures1n
THATS A STEAL!! NICE ONE 🎉
Cheers brah! Great value here, gotta make the most of it haha
hey mate do you have malaysian citizenship and how you do manage taxes with the ATO?
Taxes? HAHAHA! Cute question. Ain't no one paying nonna dat bullshizz
@@pures1n shut your gob you inbred
Hey, good question! I'm working here, so I'm a Malaysian tax resident and pay taxes here (I'm not a Malaysian citizen and never will be). That means i'm no longer an Australian tax resident currently. You'll most likely still have to file a return to report any Aussie sourced income (interest & dividends). You may also need to report worldwide income to the ATO, which is not taxed, but relevant for HECS etc. that you may have. Otherwise, it's no issues. This is not advice (but I do have an accounting degree haha)
Feel free to DM or email me, but otherwise best to consult with an accountant formally.
@@JackAlderton Thanks bro, looks like a decent arbitrage set up you got there. Income via a stronger currency but spending in RMB is ideal
Is there a possibility of renting 6 months?
How much is a single bedroom ?
Where do i sign up/save this info if i make the leap from the US?
Hey there! You could start by finding potential properties using iproperty or propertyguru and reaching out to agents. You'd then need to figure out your visa situation. I think visiting for a month+ could be a great idea to start!
@@JackAlderton thanks!
What kind of visa do you have for a longer-term stay??
Hey David, I'm working here so I have an EP (employment pass).
Good work pal. Australia is a trash these days. I left 15 years ago. I thought I'd go back. But it's just getting worse by every measure
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Where are you now mate?
@JackAlderton I'm in Bangkok. Big fan of KL tho. Keep living!
I m on tourist visa so I can’t get it. Any other advise
Hi there, I can't really advise on specific situations but you should be able to sign a lease on a tourist visa. Obviously it doesn't make sense if you're not going to be there most of the year though. I'd recommend Airbnb (monthly stays) or Wetopia for up to 6 months. You'll find good deals, but not quite as efficient as a full year lease.
Jack, are u disturbed by the 5 times a day islamic solat prayer broadcast next to the heart centre? I previously worked nearby, I know they have one of the loudest prayer broadcast in KL.
Hey good question. Honestly not really, I'm either used to it or I don't notice it most of the time (except the morning). I'm on a high floor so that probably helps too. There is some construction going on too, so if you're after a super quiet and peaceful place, this may not be it (but still one of the best in proximity to KLCC IMO). Thanks for watching and your question.
Excuse me sir but if u r disturbed by the 5 times prayer call, Malaysia definitely not for u
Hi mate, seriously considering the move, the price is slightly over the amount I wanna spend but may need to talk the extra hit because it looks quality, would you say it’s the best condo and any tips or advice you’d give to a total noob that wants to make the move. Cheers mate
There's a lot of condos around KL with similar views and some with roof top infinity pools.
Hey jack , Really nice video ! I was wondering if I could help you with more Quality Editing in your videos and also make a highly engaging Thumbnail and also help you with the overall youtube strategy and growth ! Pls let me know what do you think ?
Thanks for watching. Sure you can send me an email.
How is he getting g quoted 614 dollars ? I’m checking online and it’s literally more 1000 pounds for a month
Where are you looking? Use iproperty or propertyguru, unless you're referring to short stays? All 12 month rentals are around 3.2k RM ($650) or less for this type of condo. Some small ones even go for ~2k.
Nice video..ur body good shape
Thank you
How do I get one
Check out iproperty or propertyguru, search for rentals and contact an agent!
U can be successful real estate agent 😅
Haha I'm considering it! Lots of amazing properties here and I love helping people find a home.
How available are places like this?
very! I recommend searching on iproperty and propertyguru - there is an oversupply of apartments by some metrics.
Is it easy to get a residency visa?
Short term, yes. Long-term, no, unless it's tied to employment (which mine is for now). Malaysia is notoriously difficult for PR and naturalisation.
How did you get a visa in Malaysia ?
Hey mate, I got a job here so I'm on a work visa (EP). Otherwise I'd do tourist visas or the Digital Nomad one.
Where did you rent this from?
Use a registered agent from iproperty or propertyguru, it's the best way to go 👌
@@JackAlderton well, they never got back to me, thanks anyways