Renting in Kota Damansara: Rent Ranges, Best Condos & MRT Guide (2026)
Kota Damansara is a large, self-contained township on the northern edge of Petaling Jaya — with its own MRT station, a cluster of major malls, and a hospital. It pulls a mix of families, mid-income professionals and tech-sector workers who want more space per ringgit than they’d get in Mont Kiara or Bangsar, without sacrificing conveniences. This guide walks you through what to expect, what you’ll pay, and which buildings are worth your time.
What RM gets you in Kota Damansara (2026 rent ranges)
| Unit type | Rent range (RM/month) |
|---|---|
| Shared room | RM600–1,000 |
| Studio / 1BR | RM1,100–1,700 |
| 2BR condo | RM1,500–2,500 |
Mid-income families dominate the 2BR market and push median rents toward RM1,800–2,000 for well-maintained units near Sunway Nexis or Encorp Strand. Older stock — Surian Condominium, Dataran Sunway — offers more space at the lower end. Room-shares are plentiful given the large student and young-professional population in the area.
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Why tenants choose Kota Damansara
Transit: The MRT Putrajaya Line has a Kota Damansara station, making this one of the better-connected northern PJ townships for car-free commuters. Journey to KL Sentral is around 30–35 minutes with one interchange at Semantan or Muzium Negara. Evening Grab from the station back to further-flung streets is common.
Medical: Sunway Medical Centre is a short drive away — a practical draw for healthcare workers and families with young children.
Commercial and lifestyle: Kota Damansara has four notable commercial nodes — Sunway Nexis, Strand Mall, Encorp Strand Mall and Sunway Giza — within the township or immediately adjacent. Daily errands (grocery, pharmacy, kopitiam) do not require leaving the area.
Space: Units here run larger on average than inner-PJ or Mont Kiara. A 2BR in a condo like The Havre or Sterling @ Kota Damansara at RM1,700–2,000 gives more floor area than an equivalent spend in TTDI or Bangsar.
Transit & commute detail
- MRT Putrajaya Line — Kota Damansara station: served by feeder buses from inside the township; walking distance from station varies by street but is generally ≤15 min for most of the condo cluster
- Lebuhraya Damansara–Puchong (LDP): connects southward to Puchong, Old Klang Road and Subang corridor
- Sprint Highway and NKVE: routes to KLCC, Bangsar and Subang respectively
- Drive to Damansara Utama / Uptown: 10–15 min; to TTDI: 15 min
Named buildings tenants actually rent
Surian Condominium — one of Kota Damansara’s largest and most established condo clusters; wide unit mix, well-maintained common areas, popular with families. Rents from RM1,400.
Dataran Sunway — older mid-rise, lower rents per sqft, suits budget-conscious tenants not prioritising brand-new finishes.
The Havre — newer build, better finishes, proximity to Sunway Nexis; 2BR around RM1,800–2,200.
Sterling @ Kota Damansara — well-managed condo with good security; popular with young professionals working in the PJ corridor.
Empire Damansara (serviced apartments) — serviced residence option on the Damansara border; smaller units at higher per-sqft rents but fully managed, suits shorter stays.
Residensi Desa Petaling — affordable flat-market option further into the township; good for room-sharers on tight budgets.
Nearby areas worth comparing
Choosing between north PJ options? Ara Damansara is the premium LRT-walk alternative to the south; generic Damansara covers Perdana, Damai and Jaya. Further: Petaling Jaya, Kepong and Mont Kiara.
FAQ
Is Kota Damansara good for families? Yes — it has a complete township setup: malls, medical at Sunway Medical Centre, schools, low-density streets and large condo units. The MRT station makes school-run logistics easier for working parents.
Which condos are closest to the Kota Damansara MRT? Surian Condominium and Sterling @ Kota Damansara are commonly cited as having reasonable walking distance. Confirm actual minutes from the unit, not just the development name.
Is Kota Damansara more expensive than Ara Damansara? Generally slightly cheaper than Ara Damansara for equivalent unit types — Ara commands a premium for LRT walkability and newer stock near Oasis Square and Empire City. Studios in Kota Damansara start around RM1,100 versus RM1,300 in Ara.
Can I rent in Kota Damansara with Zero Deposit? Yes. SPEEDHOME’s Zero Deposit option replaces the usual 2–3 months upfront with a credit check, so you move in faster with less cash tied up. Browse zero-deposit Kota Damansara listings →
