What is EVO SoHo Suites?
EVO SoHo Suites is a leasehold serviced-apartment (SoHo) development in Bandar Baru Bangi, Selangor, completed in 2016. It comprises 2 blocks of 32 storeys with 704 units across studio and duplex layouts, and sits directly integrated with EVO Mall.
Developed by PKNS-Andaman Development Sdn Bhd — a joint venture between Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS) and Andaman Realty — EVO SoHo Suites targets the young professional and student market in Bangi, a town home to Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and a growing number of government-linked employers. The mall integration gives residents ground-floor access to F&B, retail, and daily services without stepping outside.
Layout and facilities
Unit layouts run from compact studios up to duplex configurations, making the project popular with solo occupants, couples, and small households who want more headroom than a typical student hostel but don't need a full condominium footprint. Facilities on-site include:
- Swimming pool and jacuzzi
- Gymnasium
- Children's playground
- Multipurpose hall
Management is through a Joint Management Body (JMB), as required under the Strata Management Act 2013 (SMA 2013) for stratified developments. Residents pay a monthly maintenance fee covering common area upkeep and security — confirm the current rate with the JMB or the listing agent before signing.
Getting there: transit is honest, not walkable
The nearest KTM Komuter stations are KTM Bangi and KTM UKM, both several kilometres away and not within practical walking distance from the development. Most residents drive, use a Grab, or rely on campus/employer shuttles. If you depend on public transport daily, factor in a consistent ride-hailing or feeder-bus leg when budgeting time and cost.
For drivers, the development sits off Persiaran Bangi, with connections to the Kajang–Seremban highway corridor and the Silk Highway — a reasonable 30–45-minute drive to Cyberjaya or Putrajaya in off-peak conditions.
Renting at EVO SoHo Suites: what tenants should know
SoHo units are strata-titled but zoned as commercial, not residential. In practice this affects a few things:
- Utility tariff: commercial electricity tariff (TNB commercial rate) rather than the domestic residential tariff — your monthly TNB bill will be higher per kWh than an equivalent residential unit.
- Loan financing: home-purchase loans for SoHo units are assessed differently by banks; less relevant to renters, but affects your landlord's ability to refinance and may influence asking rent.
- Tenancy agreement: the tenancy agreement is still a standard Malaysian residential-style contract in practice for SoHo rentals, stamped at LHDN e-Duti Setem. Stamp duty is calculated at RM1 per RM250 of annual rent above RM2,400.
For deposits: Malaysia has no statutory cap on residential or SoHo rental deposits. The standard market convention is two months' security deposit plus one month advance rent, but the actual amount is negotiated between landlord and tenant and written into the tenancy agreement.
Browse live EVO SoHo Suites rentals on SPEEDHOME
SPEEDHOME and Zero Deposit at EVO SoHo Suites
Some EVO SoHo Suites listings on SPEEDHOME carry Zero Deposit eligibility. Zero Deposit is SPEEDHOME's managed rental-risk system — not a financial guarantee product — that replaces the upfront cash deposit, so tenants move in without tying up cash while landlords stay protected through rental protection instead of holding a deposit. For severe end-of-tenancy damage beyond fair wear and tear, the standard protection claims process applies.
Not every unit in the building is on the platform or carries Zero Deposit; check the live listing for current availability and tags.
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FAQ
Is EVO SoHo Suites freehold or leasehold?
Leasehold. The development is under a leasehold title issued by the Selangor state authority (PKNS is a state body), so tenants are not affected by tenure for rental purposes, but buyers and landlords should confirm the remaining lease term before transacting.
Why is the electricity bill higher in a SoHo unit?
SoHo units are classified as commercial strata, so TNB bills them at the commercial tariff, which is higher per kWh than the domestic residential tariff. Budget for this when comparing rent between an EVO SoHo Suites unit and a nearby residential apartment of similar size.
How far is EVO SoHo Suites from KTM Bangi?
KTM Bangi and KTM UKM are the nearest rail stations, but both are several kilometres away and not walkable from the development. Most commuters drive or use Grab for the station leg. Confirm journey times during your actual commute hours before committing.
What deposit should I expect to pay?
There is no statutory cap. The market convention for SoHo rentals in Malaysia is two months' security deposit plus one month advance rent, but the landlord sets the amount in the tenancy agreement. Zero Deposit listings on SPEEDHOME remove the upfront cash requirement — check the live listing for eligibility.
Do I need to stamp the tenancy agreement?
Yes. All Malaysian tenancy agreements above RM2,400 annual rent must be stamped at LHDN's e-Duti Setem portal. Stamp duty is RM1 per RM250 of annual rent (above the threshold). SPEEDHOME-managed tenancies handle the stamping process as part of the agreement workflow.