PETALING JAYA (Jan 7) – Kelana Jaya, one of Petaling Jaya’s most established suburbs, is experiencing renewed development activity, with a range of residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects emerging across the area. Spanning roughly eight square kilometres, the suburb stretches from SS3 to SS8, with a key junction at Jalan Bahagia and Jalan Majlis marking the boundaries between SS3, SS4, and SS5.
Historically known as Seaport Estate, Kelana Jaya was renamed in 1983 by the late Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah of Selangor to reflect a more local identity, according to the National Archives of Malaysia. Today, the suburb combines a strong residential community with commercial vitality, making it an attractive destination for investors and occupiers of industrial property in Subang area and office space in Bukit Jalil.
Lifestyle, Amenities, and Connectivity
Kelana Jaya is anchored by Paradigm Mall, offering diverse retail, dining, and leisure options. The suburb also features recreational spaces such as Taman Bandaran Kelana Jaya and the PKNS Sports Complex. Healthcare needs are well catered for, with KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital and Kelana Jaya Medical Centre, while educational institutions like UNITAR International University and Regent International School serve the community. Hospitality options, including New World Petaling Jaya Hotel and TH Hotel, further support business and tourism activity.
The F&B scene blends long-standing local favourites and modern eateries. Secret Of Louisiana at the Lake (SS 7/13a) serves Cajun cuisine with lake views, while Nam Chuan Hainan Kopitiam SS6 is a traditional spot for Malaysian classics like wanton mee and Hainanese coffee. De Rasa Sayang Restaurant (SS 4c/5) remains popular for Malaysian Chinese dishes such as sang har mee. Supporting the commercial environment, rows of shoplots offer a range of services, from bakeries and convenience stores to cafes like ZZ Coffee and Merseyside Cafe.
Connectivity is one of Kelana Jaya’s strongest assets. The Kelana Jaya LRT station in SS4 serves as a major interchange between the Kelana Jaya and Sri Petaling Lines, complemented by bus services and direct highway access via the Damansara–Puchong Highway (LDP) and Federal Highway. The Kelana Jaya LRT Line, operational since 1998, links five stations within the suburb—Taman Bahagia, Kelana Jaya, Lembah Subang, Ara Damansara, and Glenmarie—and connects to the MRT Kajang Line in the city centre. Ridership increased from 73.8 million passengers in 2023 to 84.7 million in 2024, with digital upgrades to communication systems underway, expected to complete by mid-2028.
Major Developments and Investment Opportunities
Several key projects are reshaping Kelana Jaya’s skyline, offering opportunities for investors seeking industrial land in Selangor or commercial property in KL. Sunway Serene 2, a RM411 million residential development by Sunway Bhd, features two 45-storey serviced apartments and super link landed homes, totaling 966 units, with completion expected in 2028. Proposed projects include PKNS Quarters, Datum Sports City, and an unnamed mixed-use development.
Datum Sports City, a RM1.62 billion sports-themed mixed-use development, stands out with its combination of serviced residences, office towers, retail space, a hotel, a performing arts centre, and a sports complex. It is a joint venture between Melati Ehsan Holdings Bhd and PKNS Holdings Sdn Bhd.
Redevelopment activity is also underway on the former Giant Kelana Jaya site along the LDP. UEM Sunrise Bhd acquired the 3.7-hectare freehold land from the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) for RM155 million, with plans for a mixed-use development under its NEST Series and Happy+ lifestyle product line.
High-rise residential projects completed in the past decade include The Azure Residences and Sapphire Paradigm (29-30 storeys) within the Paradigm PJ integrated development, Pinnacle Kelana Jaya (228 SoHo units), and Highpark Suites (1,024 serviced apartments), catering to a growing demand for urban living.
Market Trends: Rising Residential and Commercial Values
According to National Property Information Centre (Napic) data, Kelana Jaya’s non-landed residential properties—apartments, condominiums, serviced apartments, and SoHo/SoVo units—experienced a 55.2% increase in transaction volume from 2023 to 2024, reaching 135 units. Average prices rose 53.2% to RM654 psf, while total transaction value surged 91.5% to RM74.3 million.
These trends signal a strengthening property market that is attracting interest from investors and businesses looking for office space in Bukit Jalil, commercial property in KL, or factory and industrial property in Puchong and the Subang area. With new developments underway and rising property values, Kelana Jaya is poised to maintain its position as one of Petaling Jaya’s most dynamic residential and commercial hubs.
Yao Mu Realty, based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, specializes in industrial real estate for factories and land, delivering professional and efficient solutions.
Posted by Yao Mu Realty Sdn Bhd on 7 Jan 26
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