Taman Bukit Minyak in Bukit Minyak, Penang, is a well-established area known for its convenient mix of residential and commercial properties, offering an ideal location for families and businesses due to its proximity to industrial zones and major highways.
Here is a general description of the Landed House and Shop Office properties in the area (including developments like Taman Bukit Minyak Utama, Taman Bukit Minyak Indah, etc.):
Landed Houses
The residential properties in Taman Bukit Minyak primarily consist of terrace/link houses and some semi-detached houses, often with a freehold tenure.
Typical Features:
- Types: Predominantly 2-storey or 3-storey Terrace Houses. Some areas also feature 2-storey Semi-Detached houses.
- Size (Approximate):
- Terrace Houses:
- Land Area: From 1,200 sq. ft. to 1,800 sq. ft. (e.g., 20′×65′)
- Built-up Area: Ranging from 1,500 sq. ft. to over 2,500 sq. ft.
- Semi-Detached Houses: Larger sizes, often with built-up areas starting around 1,980 sq. ft. to over 2,800 sq. ft.
- Layout: Typically feature 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 4 bathrooms, spacious living and dining areas, a kitchen, and a covered car porch for 1-2 cars.
- Concept: Generally family-friendly neighborhoods. Newer developments may be Gated & Guarded (like BM Idaman) offering enhanced security.
- Pricing (Indicative Subsale Price Range):
- 2-Storey Terrace House: RM 400,000 to RM 750,000
- 3-Storey Terrace/Semi-Detached: RM 600,000 to over RM 950,000
Shop Office Properties
Commercial properties in the area are mainly Shop Offices or Shoplots, designed to cater to the needs of the surrounding residential and industrial communities.
Typical Features:
- Types: Mostly 2-storey shop offices/shophouses.
- Use: Suitable for various businesses such as retail outlets, offices, F&B, clinics, or showrooms.
- Size (Approximate):
- Land Area: Often around 20′×70′ to 22′×75′.
- Built-up Area: Ranging from 1,800 sq. ft. to 3,000 sq. ft. or more.
- Features: High visibility and good accessibility are common, especially for units located along main access roads within the commercial hubs of Taman Bukit Minyak.
- Location Advantage: Strategic location near large industrial areas (like Bukit Minyak Industrial Area) and residential neighborhoods creates a strong customer base and demand for business operations.
- Pricing (Indicative Subsale Price Range):
- 2-Storey Shop Office: RM 800,000 to RM 1.2 million (can vary widely based on size, location, and corner/intermediate status)
General Area Highlights
- Accessibility: Excellent connectivity via major roads and highways, including Jalan Bukit Minyak, the Butterworth-Kulim Expressway (BKE), and close proximity to the North-South Expressway (PLUS) and the Penang Bridge.
- Amenities: The area is served by hypermarkets (AEON Big, Lotus's), schools (e.g., SMK Bukit Minyak, SK Permai Indah), and various clinics and commercial services.
- Market: The property market is stable, with the area being particularly popular for working professionals due to its closeness to the industrial hubs.