Desa Bella, Tanjung Tokong

Desa Bella is an apartment development in Tanjung Tokong, on Penang Island. This page gives a short overview of the development, the residential blocks around it and the points worth checking before you buy or rent a unit here.

About Desa Bella

Desa Bella is listed as an apartment development in Tanjung Tokong, on the island side of Penang. It is one of 69 developments in Tanjung Tokong in our directory, so if you are looking for a home in this part of the island, you will have plenty of other properties to compare it with. Because several other apartment and condominium developments sit very close by, you can view a few options in one visit and get a feel for what the immediate area offers before making a decision.

Location and neighbourhood

Tanjung Tokong is a coastal residential area on the north-east side of Penang Island, a short way from George Town, the state capital. It is known for its mix of high-rise homes, from older flats to newer condominiums, and many residents choose it for island living outside the city centre. Desa Bella is surrounded by other residential developments. Straight-line distances to some of its nearest neighbours are: Costa Villa (apartment) and The Penthouse (condominium), each about 0.1 km away; Leisure Bay Condominium, about 0.2 km away; Indah Bay Condominium, about 0.3 km away; and Flat UDA (flat) and i-Santorini (condominium), each about 0.4 km away. Actual walking or driving distances will be longer than these figures.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before committing, ask the agent or the management office for the details that matter most to you. Confirm the tenure, as this affects long-term value and financing. Ask about monthly maintenance fees and the sinking fund, and whether any increases are planned. Find out which facilities are available and whether they are in working order. Always view the unit in person: check for water stains, the condition of windows and fittings, and how much natural light and noise there is at different times of day. Ask about parking arrangements and building security. If you are buying, check the title status with your lawyer and make sure there are no outstanding charges on the unit. If you are renting, read the tenancy agreement carefully and note the condition of the unit when you move in.