One of the earlier high rises in Batu Ferringhi, Sea Range Tower has been around for quite a while. The project was completed way back in 1992 snatching a good spot in Mount Pleasure neighbouring other developments including The Cove, Grand Ocean and Twin Towers. Located close to the popular Batu Ferringhi beach, the condominium boasts an enviable and refreshing views of the sea, a sure treat for beach lovers.
Choices Near the Beach
Comprised of one block that reaches up to 16 storeys high, Sea Range Tower has ample units to offer. Built-up sizes start from 969 to as big as 1,948 sq.ft. for the penthouses. Each unit has 3 bedrooms plus 2 bathrooms, a typical set-up in the neighbourhood. Subsale price range also seems to fall within the location’s standard starting from RM550,000 to RM1.45 million while rental rates range from RM1,800 to RM3,000.
With freehold tenure, Sea Range Tower units looks like a good prospect to check out. Remember, however, that this is a rather old development and you need to make sure what its fair market value today is. To help you along, here’s a free copy of our valuation guide that you can download today.
Minimal Facilities
At Sea Range Tower, your safety comes first. To ensure strict security for its dwellers, the development has round the clock security service erasing worries of an kind. Also part of the deal are covered car parking for each unit and the privileges to use the following lifestyle facilities:
> swimming pool
> badminton hall
> nursery
> lounge
Facilities are rather sparse compared to what newer developments has to offer today, but at least the condominium covered some of the basics. Residents with children has the nursery to rely on whenever need. Sporty dwellers also has the badminton hall to sweat off the stress and there’s always the inviting swimming pool for some relaxation.
A Bustling Tourist Hotspot
As a popular tourist attraction, Batu Ferringhi is rich with amenities. In fact, walking distance from Sea Range Tower is an array of local shops, food stalls and restaurants catering to a variety of palate and taste. For more options, you can always drive to nearby shopping malls including the Gurney Plaza, Island Plaza and the wildly popular Straits Quay. Hypermarkets such as Tesco are also within reach in case you need to shop for essentials.
Exciting and varied recreation is also part of the fun in Batu Ferringhi. You can indulge in an array of water sports through the areas many facilities or simply enjoy a quite stroll along the beach. Education is another element that’s been covered for Sea Range Tower. It sits close to a number of institutions including SK Tanjung Bungah, Air Force Professional School and Dalat International amongst others.
Adjacent to hotels and other similar developments, Sea Range Tower is clearly well connected to the rest of Penang. Direct access to the site is easy via Jalan Tanjung Bungah or Bukit Ria. Both roads cater to private and public transport for greater convenience for its dwellers.
Our Take
Location-wise, Sea Range Tower is situated in a coveted one. Not only is it well connected and close to amenities but just the fact that it is found in one of Penang’s bustling area is an enough attraction. A few minutes away is the Batu Ferringhi beach which means beach lovers can enjoy daily walks without trouble. Residents also get to wake up every morning to spectacular views of the beach, an added bonus for the investment.
Just remember though that Sea Range Tower is quite old. It’s been around for more than decades and signs of aging are to be expected. Since it was completed in 1992, there are a lot of newer developments in Batu Ferringhi providing more options and greater competition. But at the end of the day, it’s all about the property’s fair market value and to help you with this regard, below is a free ebook guide you can download today.
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