Gurney Palace, Gurney Drive, Penang

Gurney Palace is a condominium in the Gurney Drive area on Penang Island. This page gives an overview of where it sits, which developments are close by, and what to check before you buy or rent a unit here.

About Gurney Palace

Gurney Palace is a condominium on Penang Island, in the Gurney Drive area. Condominiums in Malaysia are strata properties. Each owner holds their own unit, while common areas are shared and looked after by a management body funded by monthly charges. Gurney Palace is one of 24 developments listed in the Gurney Drive area in our directory. If you are house hunting here, you will have plenty of nearby options to compare it with, from other condominiums to apartment blocks.

Location and neighbourhood

Gurney Drive is a seafront stretch on the northern edge of George Town, Penang's state capital. It is known locally for its waterfront promenade, its evening hawker food and a busy, built-up mix of homes and shops. Living here generally means being close to the city rather than in a quiet suburb. Gurney Palace sits among a cluster of residential developments. Straight-line distances to the closest ones are: - Maica Court (apartment), about 0.1 km away - Setia V Residences (condominium), about 0.1 km away - Taman Kristal (apartment), about 0.1 km away - Silverton Condominium (condominium), about 0.2 km away - Taman Festival (apartment), about 0.2 km away - The LOOC Residence (condominium), about 0.2 km away Actual walking or driving distances will be longer than these straight-line figures.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before you commit, a few practical checks will save trouble later. - Tenure: ask the agent or owner whether the title is freehold or leasehold. If it is leasehold, ask how many years remain. - Title and paperwork: check whether individual strata titles have been issued, and have a lawyer run a title search before you sign anything. - Maintenance fees and sinking fund: ask the management office for the current rates and whether there are any arrears on the unit. - Facilities: confirm with management what is provided and whether it is in working order. - The unit itself: view it in person, ideally at different times of day. Check for damp, leaks and noise, and look at the condition of the fittings. - For tenants: read the tenancy agreement carefully, including the deposit terms and who pays for repairs. Comparing Gurney Palace with the neighbouring developments listed above is also a useful way to judge value.