The Tamarind, Tanjung Tokong

The Tamarind is a serviced residence in Tanjung Tokong, on Penang Island. This page gives an overview of the development, the residential projects close by, and practical points to check before you buy or rent a unit here.

About The Tamarind

The Tamarind is listed in our directory as a serviced residence. In Penang, serviced residences are generally run by a management office that looks after the common areas and building services. This type of property can differ from a standard condominium in matters such as maintenance charges, utility tariffs and how the title is issued, so it is worth understanding these points before you commit. The Tamarind is one of 69 developments listed in Tanjung Tokong in our directory, so buyers and tenants have plenty of nearby options to compare it against.

Location and neighbourhood

Tanjung Tokong is a coastal suburb on the north-eastern side of Penang Island. It lies between George Town, the state capital, and the beach areas further north. It is a largely residential area with many high-rise homes. Several developments sit very close to The Tamarind (distances are straight-line). Crown and Jazz Residences, both serviced residences, are about 0.1 km away. Flat UDA, a flat, is about 0.2 km away, as are i-Santorini and Marinox Sky Villas, both condominiums. Leisure Bay Condominium is about 0.4 km away. Because these neighbours are so close, comparing listings across them can help you get a feel for what is on offer in this part of Tanjung Tokong.

Living here: what to check before you buy or rent

Before you buy, ask the agent or management office about the tenure and the type of title, and have a lawyer check the title and any restrictions on it. Ask for the current maintenance fees and sinking fund charges, and whether there are any arrears on the unit. Find out which facilities are available and see for yourself that they are in working order. Ask about parking, security arrangements and house rules. View the unit in person, ideally at different times of day, to check noise, natural light and the condition of fittings. If you are renting, read the tenancy agreement carefully and agree in writing which items are included and who pays for utilities and repairs.