Millennium Tower, Gurney Drive, Penang

Millennium Tower is a condominium in the Gurney Drive area of Penang Island, Penang. 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 Millennium Tower

Millennium Tower is a condominium development on Penang Island. Condominiums in Penang are usually strata-titled homes in a guarded building, with shared areas looked after by a management body funded through monthly charges. Millennium Tower is one of 24 developments listed in the Gurney Drive area, so buyers and tenants who like the neighbourhood have a fair number of options to compare. Looking at Millennium Tower alongside its neighbours can help you judge whether it suits your budget and needs.

Location and neighbourhood

Gurney Drive is a well-known seafront stretch on Penang Island, popular with locals and visitors for its seaside promenade and hawker food. It is a built-up, busy part of the island with a mix of residential towers, shops and eateries. Several developments sit very close to Millennium Tower. All the distances below are straight-line. Bella Vista (apartment) and Sunrise Gurney (serviced residence) are both listed at 0 km, so they are effectively next door. Marriott Residence @ Gurney (serviced residence) is about 0.1 km away. H Residence (One Ritz Residence / Kelawai View) and Setia V Residences, both condominiums, are about 0.2 km away. Gurney Beach Resort, also a condominium, is about 0.3 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 about the tenure, the monthly maintenance fee and sinking fund. Ask which facilities are available and whether they are in working order. Request the latest statement of accounts if you can, as arrears or upcoming repair works can affect future charges. Always view the unit in person. Check the condition of the windows, plumbing and wiring, and look for any signs of damp. Visit at different times of day to get a sense of noise, traffic and parking in a busy area like Gurney Drive. If you are buying, verify the title type and ownership with a lawyer, and check whether there are any restrictions on transfer. If you are renting, read the tenancy agreement carefully and note the deposit terms. Record the unit's condition with photos before moving in. Comparing a few units here and in nearby developments will give you a clearer view of fair prices and rents.