Landed House Rebuild Cost Malaysia 2025: Complete Breakdown
π Quick Facts: Landed House Rebuild 2025
- Construction cost: RM250-500 per sq ft (Klang Valley)
- Total budget: RM517K-2.36M depending on size
- Mankind timeline: 6-12 months (vs industry 18-24 months)
- Hidden costs add: 35-68% to base construction
- Rebuild vs Buy: Save 40-60% in PJ, Subang, Bangsar
Source: CIDB Malaysia, The Star 2025
Ceiling leaking after every monsoon? Your 30-year-old terrace telling you it's time?
Every homeowner asks us: "Should I rebuild (ζ§ε±ηΏ»ζ°) or just buy new?"
The answer? If you own land in Petaling Jaya, Subang, or Shah Alam, you're sitting on gold. Anywhere else, the math changes.
ποΈ What You'll Actually Pay
For a complete landed house rebuild in Klang Valley: RM250-500 per square foot for construction alone.
Construction: RM500,000-800,000
Professional fees: RM50,000-80,000
Permits: RM15,000-25,000
Demolition: RM40,000-60,000
Hidden costs: RM80,000-120,000
Total: RM685,000-1,085,000
The 6 Major Cost Components
1. Demolition: RM30-50/sq ft. A 1,600 sf terrace costs RM48,000-80,000.
2. Structure & Foundation: RM200,000-400,000 (40-50% of budget). 2025 prices: concrete RM240-360/cubic meter, steel RM2,200-3,000/tonne.
3. M&E Works: RM80,000-150,000 for electrical, plumbing, air conditioning.
4. Finishes: RM150,000-300,000 for flooring, tiling, painting.
5. Carpentry: RM100,000-200,000. Kitchen cabinets alone: RM3,000-15,000+.
6. Permits & Professional Fees: RM15,000-85,000 for architects, engineers, approvals.
π° Hidden Costs That Catch Everyone
Temporary accommodation (9-12 months): RM18,000-27,000 total at RM2,000-3,000/month.
Soil investigation: RM8,000-20,000 upfront, saves RM50,000+ in foundation disasters.
Utilities, insurance, security & hoarding: Another RM15,000-35,000 combined.
β° Why Mankind Completes in 6-12 Months
Industry standard: 18-24 months. We're faster because of our larger team, LAM-licensed architects, and in-house everything—no waiting for subcontractors.
| Phase | Industry | Mankind |
|---|---|---|
| Permits & Approvals | 2-4 months | 1.5-3 months |
| Construction | 9-18 months | 4-8 months |
| TOTAL | 18-24 months | 6-12 months |
π Rebuild vs Buy: The Math
Prime Areas (PJ, Subang, Bangsar, Shah Alam)
Buy equivalent property: RM1.06M-1.61M
You save: 40-60%
CBRE projects Klang Valley prices rising 3-4% in 2025.
β Rebuild If You:
- Own land in established areas
- Have 15-20% budget buffer
- Want custom layout
- Plan 10+ year ownership
β Buy Instead If You:
- Need immediate occupancy
- Own land in emerging areas (savings only 5-15%)
- Limited budget flexibility
π― How Mankind Makes It More Affordable
Our one-stop service since 2017: LAM-licensed design, all permit submissions (DBKL/MBPJ/MBSA/MPSJ), demolition to CCC, direct material sourcing, in-house M&E team.
Pay only for ready work. No 30-40% upfront deposits like other contractors.
π Making Your Decision
One Subang client rebuilt for RM780,000. Equivalent properties: RM1.3 million. Instant equity gain: RM520,000.
But beyond numbers, they gained control—custom layout, morning light in the kitchen, space for their growing family.
Ready properties = certainty and speed. Rebuilds = customization and superior returns in prime locations.
Now you know the real 2025 costs and timeline. The choice depends on your location, budget, and what you value more: speed or control.
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