One City Residences, Bukit Mertajam

One City Residences is an apartment development in Bukit Mertajam, on the Seberang Perai (mainland) side of Penang. This page gives a short overview of the development and its area, along with practical points to check before you buy or rent a unit here.

About One City Residences

One City Residences is listed in our directory as an apartment development. It is in Bukit Mertajam, which is part of Seberang Perai, the mainland half of Penang state. Apartments are a common choice for buyers and tenants who want a home that is usually easier to look after than a landed house, with shared areas typically handled by a management body. One City Residences is one of 99 developments we list in Bukit Mertajam, so there are plenty of other homes in the same area to compare it with.

Location and neighbourhood

Bukit Mertajam is one of the established towns on the Penang mainland. It has a long-standing town centre with shops and local businesses, and residential neighbourhoods have grown up around it over the years. Many people who live on the mainland find the pace of life calmer than in the busier parts of the island, and homes here are often considered by those who work or have family in Seberang Perai. With 99 developments listed in Bukit Mertajam, it is worth viewing a few options in the area before you decide. Visiting at different times, such as on a weekday evening and at the weekend, will give you a feel for traffic, noise and how well the neighbourhood suits your daily routine.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before you commit, ask the agent or the management office about the tenure, the monthly maintenance fee and sinking fund, and which facilities are available to residents. Check the title and any restrictions on it, and if you are buying, have your lawyer confirm the details before you sign anything. Always view the actual unit rather than relying on photos. Look at the condition of the walls, ceilings, windows and plumbing, and ask about any past repairs. It also helps to look at common areas such as lifts, corridors and parking, as these show how well the building is managed. If you are renting, confirm what is included in the rent, how long the tenancy runs and what deposit is needed.