Why Bukit Jalil Continues to Shine in 2025

Property experts remain upbeat about Bukit Jalil’s rental outlook, thanks to its enhanced connectivity, infrastructure upgrades, and sustained tenant demand. Bukit Jalil first rose to prominence when selected as the site for the National Sports Complex, unveiled on 11 July 1998, transforming from plantation land and undeveloped waste land.

The area witnessed explosive growth afterward, catalyzing the launch of educational hubs such as Asia Pacific University (APU), International Medical University (IMU), and TPM College. The integrated Bukit Jalil City project by Malton Bhd and Ho Hup Group anchors the suburb, with its highlight being Pavilion Bukit Jalil, which officially opened on 3 December 2021.

Since acquisition by Pavilion REIT, the mall has achieved approximately 90% occupancy and delivered strong rental returns as of Q4 2024. Bukit Jalil’s accessibility via major highways (Shah Alam Expressway, MEX, Bukit Jalil Highway) and multiple LRT stations (Bukit Jalil, Sri Petaling, Awan Besar, Muhibbah) further strengthens its appeal.

Source : The Edge Malaysia

Rental trends remain robust: residential yields hover around 4% for high-rise units and 2–2.5% for landed homes, with high-rise rental rates between RM 1.60–2.20 psf/month and landed around RM 1.20 psf/month. Knight Frank corroborates this strength, citing pre-pandemic rates of RM 1.50–2.50 psf/month for high-rise rentals. Commercial properties also maintain strong performance: 4-storey shopoffices like those in Jalil Link have appreciated significantly, and rental rates stand at RM 1.80–3 psf/month on average.

Going forward, the expansion of Technology Park Malaysia and the retail magnetism of Pavilion Bukit Jalil signal steady demand ahead, particularly for young professionals and families seeking convenient, amenity-rich living.