Aster Villa (sometimes listed as Vila Aster) is a freehold, gated, and guarded residential development located within the growing Pearl City (Bandar Tasek Mutiara) township in Simpang Ampat, Penang mainland.
Developed by Tambun Indah Land, this project is highly regarded in the area for its family-oriented environment, comprehensive clubhouse facilities, and strong community security.
Here is a complete breakdown of the property details:
🏡 Property Types & Layouts
The development consists of 255 units in total, primarily featuring double-storey terraces and semi-detached homes, all held under a strata title.
- 2-Storey Terrace Houses (162 units):
- Configuration: 4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Utility/Store Room, and a balcony.
- Dimensions: Built-up area of 20' x 42' on a standard land area of 20' x 62' (minimum 1,240 sq ft).
- Market Price: Intermediate units typically list between RM 530,000 and RM 600,000, while corner lots can reach upwards of RM 700,000 depending on renovations and land size.
- 2-Storey Semi-Detached Houses (92 units):
- Configuration: 4 Bedrooms, 3 to 4 Bathrooms, 1 Utility/Store Room, and a balcony.
- Dimensions: Built-up area ranges from 22' to 24' x 43', sitting on spacious land plots ranging from 30' x 78' to 32' x 82'.
- Market Price: Generally listed from RM 650,000 to RM 850,000+, with premium corner lots occasionally crossing the RM 1 million mark.
🏊♂️ Facilities & Security
Aster Villa boasts some of the most extensive residential facilities within the Pearl City township, functioning much like a private resort for its residents:
- Security: 24-hour guarded entrance, perimeter fencing, and regular patrols.
- Clubhouse: A dedicated residents' clubhouse featuring a community hall, reading room, and function rooms.
- Recreation: A large swimming pool, wading pool, jacuzzi, and a fully equipped indoor gymnasium/fitness corner.
- Outdoors: Landscaped gardens, a jogging/strolling pathway, children's playground (with a treehouse and see-saw station), and BBQ pits.
- Maintenance: To keep these amenities pristine, strata maintenance fees generally sit around RM 280/month (plus a 10% sinking fund) for the Semi-D units.
📍 Location & Connectivity
Situated along Jalan Tasek Mutiara 9, Aster Villa offers excellent connectivity to the mainland's industrial and commercial hubs, making it popular among professionals and families:
- Retail & Convenience: Only 2km away from Pearl City Mall, which houses a supermarket, pharmacies, and eateries.
- Education: Highly convenient for families, located just 2km from GEMS International School. Other nearby schools include SMJK Jit Sin II, SMK Bandar Tasek Mutiara, and Northern Lights Private School.
- Accessibility: It is less than a 15-minute drive to the Simpang Ampat Toll Plaza (North-South Expressway) and provides a very straightforward commute to the Batu Kawan Industrial Park, Bukit Minyak Industrial Area, and the Second Penang Bridge.
- A Candid Note on Surroundings: While the gated community itself is modern, quiet, and beautifully landscaped, Simpang Ampat is an area transitioning from agricultural roots. Some local reviews note the presence of older elements in the broader vicinity (like local farms or cemeteries) outside the gates—something to keep in mind if you are exploring the neighborhood for the first time.