Asia Heights, Ayer Itam, Penang

Asia Heights is an apartment development in Ayer Itam, on Penang Island. This page gives a short overview of the development, its neighbourhood and the developments around it. It also covers practical points to check before you buy or rent a unit here.

About Asia Heights

Asia Heights is an apartment development in Ayer Itam, on the island side of Penang. Apartments in this part of the island are a common choice for people who want to live on Penang Island and stay within reach of George Town, the state capital. Two neighbouring developments carry the Asia Heights name in brackets. Seri Semarak (Asia Heights), an apartment development, and Sri Semarak (Asia Heights), a condominium, are both about 0.1 km away in straight-line distance. Because the names are so similar, confirm exactly which development a listing refers to before you arrange a viewing or make an offer.

Location and neighbourhood

Ayer Itam is a long-established residential area on Penang Island, not far from George Town. It has hilly surroundings and a mix of older and newer housing, along with local shops and eateries. The area is well built up, with 120 developments listed in Ayer Itam. Developments near Asia Heights, measured as straight-line distances, include: - Seri Semarak (Asia Heights), apartment, about 0.1 km away - Sri Semarak (Asia Heights), condominium, about 0.1 km away - Desa Delima, apartment, about 0.2 km away - D’Hazelton, condominium, about 0.3 km away - Julita Apartment, apartment, about 0.4 km away - Pine Residence, condominium, about 0.4 km away Actual travel distances by road will usually be longer than these figures.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before you commit, ask the agent or the management office for the key details. These include the tenure, the current maintenance fee and sinking fund charges, and which facilities residents can use. Buyers should check the title type and confirm that the seller's ownership and any loan on the unit are in order. A lawyer can help with this. It is also sensible to ask whether there are any outstanding maintenance arrears. Whether you are buying or renting, view the unit in person. Look at the condition of the walls, plumbing and windows, and check the common areas, lifts and parking arrangements. Visiting at different times of day gives a better sense of traffic, noise and how busy the building gets. Tenants should read the tenancy agreement carefully, including the deposit terms and who pays for repairs.