BM Mahkota Condominium, Bukit Mertajam, Penang

BM Mahkota is a condominium in Bukit Mertajam, on the Seberang Perai (mainland) side of Penang. This page gives a short overview of the development and its surroundings. It also covers practical points to check before you buy or rent a unit here.

About BM Mahkota

BM Mahkota is a condominium development located in Bukit Mertajam, a town on the Penang mainland. Locals often shorten the town's name to 'BM', which you will also see in the development's name. As a condominium, it offers apartment-style living within a managed building. In Malaysia, condominiums are usually run by a management body that looks after shared areas and collects maintenance fees from owners. BM Mahkota is one of 99 developments listed in the Bukit Mertajam area in the condo.com.my directory, so buyers and tenants have a range of options to compare in the same town.

Location and neighbourhood

Seberang Perai is the mainland part of Penang, across the channel from Penang Island. Bukit Mertajam is one of the longer-established towns on the mainland. It has a traditional town centre with shophouses, surrounded by residential neighbourhoods. Life here generally moves at a calmer, more residential pace than in George Town, the state capital on the island. Many residents work in the local area, while others travel to other parts of the state for work. If you are new to the mainland, spend some time in the neighbourhood at different hours to see whether it suits your routine.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before you commit to a unit at BM Mahkota, ask the agent or the building management for the key details. These include the tenure (freehold or leasehold), the monthly maintenance and sinking fund charges, and which facilities are available to residents. Always view the unit in person. Check for signs of water leaks, the condition of fittings and wiring, and how much natural light and ventilation the rooms get. Walk around the common areas, lifts and car park to judge how well the building is maintained. If you are buying, check the title status and confirm there are no outstanding charges on the unit. A lawyer can help you with this. If you are renting, read the tenancy agreement carefully, including the deposit terms and who pays for repairs. Compare a few units in the building, and in other Bukit Mertajam developments, before you decide.