Property Review

Ari Altitude @ Alma, Bukit Mertajam, Penang

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Generated 30 April 2026

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Executive Summary

Developer

Location

Bukit Mertajam, Penang

Type

Landed House

Price

RM250k+

Tenure

Freehold

Completion

NewProjek Verdict

  • **Value & Pricing**: Entry-level pricing at RM250,000 offers accessibility for first-time buyers, though the absence of detailed specifications and comparison data limits assessment of value-for-money relative to competing landed properties in the Bukit Mertajam market.
  • **Location & Connectivity**: Bukit Mertajam provides moderate accessibility via federal roads and the North-South Expressway; however, the lack of nearby MRT connectivity and distance from major employment centers in Penang Island may restrict appeal to commuters and limit long-term appreciation potential.
  • **Risk & Timing**: Completion timeline is not specified, creating uncertainty regarding delivery obligations and investment returns; combined with limited information on the developer's track record, market conditions for landed houses in the area, and potential oversupply in the locality, investors should exercise due diligence before commitment.

NewProjek Score

7.5

Worth Considering

  • Developer verification status not confirmed
  • Freehold tenure provides long-term ownership security
  • Priced below area median — potential value opportunity
Market Price Analysis

Is this project priced fairly?

Developer PriceRM250,000
Penang MedianRM580,000
Priced 57% below area median

Pulau Pinang — Median Condo Prices (NAPIC)

YearMedian PriceYoY Change
2021RM470,000
2022RM482,000+2.6%
2023RM495,000+2.7%
2024RM508,000+2.6%
2025RM520,000+2.4%
Investment Analysis

Est. Monthly Rental

RM900–1,200

Based on similar properties in Penang

Gross Rental Yield

4.5%–5.5%

Annual rental / property price

Area Price Trend

+10.6%

NAPIC data 2021–2025

Price-to-Income

3.2x

National avg: 6.8x

Loan Eligibility by Salary

Monthly SalaryMax AffordableCan Afford?
RM5,000RM704kYes
RM7,000RM1.0 milYes
RM10,000RM1.5 milYes
RM15,000RM2.3 milYes
RM20,000RM3.2 milYes

Based on 4.5% interest, 35-year tenure, 70% DSR, RM500 existing commitments, 90% loan margin

Area Profile

DOSM income data for Penang

Median Household Income

RM6,502/mo

DOSM 2022

Mean Household Income

RM8,267/mo

DOSM 2022

Households Above RM8k

~37%

Estimated for Penang

Comparable Projects

Similar projects in Penang

ProjectLocationPrice FromStatus
Vivo Executive Apartment | Penang PropertySeberang PeraiRM270kRecently Completed
Ideal Venice Residency @ Island Glades, PenangBukit GambirRM300kNew Launch
Aston Acacia @ Bukit Mertajam, PenangBukit MertajamRM319kNew Launch
Why Consider + Risk Factors

Why Consider

  • Located in Bukit Mertajam, Penang
  • Freehold title property
  • By Developer

Risk Factors

  • Under construction — completion delays are possible
  • No MRT/LRT station listed nearby — may affect future demand
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Disclaimer: This report is generated using publicly available data from NAPIC, DOSM, and developer disclosures. Rental estimates, yield projections, and risk assessments are indicative only and do not constitute financial advice. Market conditions may change. Consult a licensed property valuer or financial advisor before making investment decisions. NewProjek is not responsible for any decisions made based on this report.