New Launch vs Subsale Property in Kuala Lumpur
Are new launches overpriced vs the subsale market? Here's what real transaction data says about transacted prices in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur.
Subsale: 1,000 verified transactions · New launches: 22 active projects
PSF Comparison — Kuala Lumpur
Median price per square foot
New Launch
N/A
median asking PSF
From RM420K
Based on 22 active projects
Subsale (Verified)
RM688
median transacted PSF
RM425 – RM1084 range
1,000 verified transactions
Subsale PSF Trend in Kuala Lumpur
Median transacted price per sqft by year (verified data)
| Year | Median PSF | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | RM881 | — |
| 2026 | RM495 | -43.8% |
New Launches in Kuala Lumpur
Active projects from developers — direct sales
Should You Buy New Launch or Subsale in Kuala Lumpur?
The decision between a new launch and a subsale property in Kuala Lumpur depends on your priorities. New launches offer the latest designs, developer warranties, and staged payment during construction — but you pay a premium for that, and there's construction risk.
Subsale properties in Kuala Lumpur are priced based on what the market will actually bear. Verified transaction data shows the real transacted prices — not developer marketing figures. If the subsale median PSF is significantly below new launch prices, the secondary market may offer better value per square foot, especially in established areas with good rental demand.
For a specific project, check its full subsale transaction history on our transaction search to see real prices paid by buyers in that exact scheme.