Rent in Cheras runs from the low hundreds (RM) for a room in a shared unit to mid-range for studios and 1-bedroom condos, with 2–3 bedroom units higher near the MRT — confirm the current 'from' on live SPEEDHOME listings. SPEEDHOME operator data (Jun 2026) shows hundreds of live Cheras rentals across rooms, studios, 1–3 bedroom condos and serviced residences, with zero-deposit options on selected listings.
Cheras is one of KL's biggest, most-established suburbs, stretching from inner-city edges out to Kajang. It balances value, the MRT Kajang line and plenty of malls and parks — with one honest catch: traffic on the MRR2 and Cheras corridor is notorious at peak hours, and not every condo is a short walk to a station. This guide covers indicative rent by unit type, the real transport picture, who it suits, honest drawbacks, a viewing checklist and zero-deposit options.
Renting in Cheras at a glance
Cheras offers rooms, studios, and 1-3 bedroom condos and serviced residences, mostly furnished, with zero-deposit and no-agent-fee units on selected SPEEDHOME listings. SPEEDHOME operator data (Jun 2026) lists hundreds of live rentals; check current listings for the 'from' rent.
| Item | Detail |
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| Live listings on SPEEDHOME | Hundreds of live units as of 20 Jun 2026 |
| Realistic entry rent (room) | Rooms from the low hundreds; whole units higher — confirm on live listings |
| Common unit types | Rooms, studios, 1-3 bedroom condos and serviced residences |
| Furnishing mix | Mostly furnished and partly furnished |
| Zero Deposit / no agent fee | Zero-deposit and no-agent-fee units available on selected listings |
| Last updated | 2026-06-20 |
How much is rent in Cheras?
Rooms in shared units are the cheapest entry; studios and 1-bedroom units sit in the low-to-mid range; 2-3 bedroom condos cost more, especially near the MRT. Use live listings for the current range — published figures are indicative only.
| Layout | Size (sqft) | Indicative rent |
|---|---|---|
| Room (in shared unit) | — | RM 700–1,100 |
| Studio | 400-600 | RM 1,200–1,800 |
| 1 Bedroom | 500-750 | RM 1,500–2,200 |
| 2 Bedroom | 750-1000 | RM 2,000–3,200 |
| 3 Bedroom | 1000-1400 | RM 2,800–4,500 |
Indicative public ranges only — confirm the current 'from' rent against live SPEEDHOME listings.
Rent also splits by how far into the corridor you go. Cheras Dalam (Maluri/Cochrane) sits closest to the city and the MRT/LRT interchange and costs the most; Cheras Tengah (Connaught/Batu 5) is the middle ground; Cheras Luar (Batu 9–11/Sungai Long) is where the value is.
| Layout | Cheras Dalam (Maluri/Cochrane) | Cheras Tengah (Connaught/Batu 5) | Cheras Luar (Batu 9–11/Sg Long) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room (shared unit) | RM450–700 | RM350–550 | RM300–500 |
| Studio | RM800–1,100 | RM650–900 | RM550–800 |
| 1 Bedroom | RM1,000–1,400 | RM800–1,100 | RM650–950 |
| 2 Bedroom condo | RM1,300–1,800 | RM1,100–1,500 | RM900–1,300 |
| 3 Bedroom condo | RM1,700–2,300 | RM1,400–1,900 | RM1,200–1,600 |
So RM1,400/month in Cheras gets you a comfortable 2-bedroom condo near Cochrane MRT with a pool and gym; the same budget out at Batu 11 gets you a larger 3-bedroom with parking to spare. Indicative public ranges only — confirm the current 'from' rent against live SPEEDHOME listings.
Getting around: is Cheras well connected?
Cheras runs along the MRT Kajang line, with station-adjacent condos near Taman Connaught walkable to rail; many other blocks need a feeder or a drive. By car the MRR2 and Cheras-Kajang Expressway are direct but congested at peak hours.
| Line / route | Station or access | Realistic time | Walk reality |
|---|---|---|---|
| MRT Kajang line | Taman Connaught, Taman Mutiara, Sungai Buloh-Kajang corridor | ~30-40 min to KLCC | Station-adjacent condos (e.g. near Taman Connaught) are walkable; many blocks need a feeder or drive |
| LRT (Sri Petaling) | Bandar Tun Razak / Salak Selatan side | ~25-35 min to KL | Walkable only from the western edge; check your block |
| Highways | MRR2 / Cheras-Kajang Expressway / EKVE | ~20-40 min to KL by car (off-peak) | Car access is easy; peak-hour traffic is the catch |
Amenities and lifestyle
Cheras is well served by Sunway Velocity, MyTOWN, Aeon and Leisure Mall, large hospitals and clinics, many schools, and green space at Taman Tasik Permaisuri.
Cheras does not lack for amenities: Sunway Velocity and MyTOWN anchor the inner end, with Aeon Cheras Selatan and Leisure Mall further out, plus the well-known Connaught night market. Hospitals, clinics and a wide spread of schools cover daily life, and Taman Tasik Permaisuri gives the area a sizeable lake park for the weekend.
Named condos renters ask about
Renters searching Cheras listings tend to ask about the same handful of named condos — mostly clustered around Cochrane/Maluri and Batu 5, with a few affordable large blocks further out toward Batu 9.
- M Vertica (Cochrane/Maluri) — newest high-rise demand magnet, walk to Cochrane MRT and MyTown/IKEA.
- EkoCheras (Jalan Cheras, Batu 5) — integrated mall + MRT-linked, studios to duplex towers.
- You Residences / You City (Batu 9) — large affordable blocks, MRT Suntex nearby.
- Maxim Residence (Cheras/Sungai Long) — value 2-3 bedders popular with families.
- Cheras Heights, Prima Midah Heights, Miharja Condominium, Villa Vista, Aster Residence — established mid-market blocks across Connaught and Alam Damai.
Confirm current availability, furnishing and Zero Deposit eligibility for any named building on live Cheras listings — building-level details change as units turn over.
Who Cheras suits — and who should look elsewhere
Cheras suits families and KL commuters who want value, malls and the MRT, especially near a station. It is a poorer fit if you are sensitive to traffic, want only the newest stock, or need a quiet, low-density street.
Cheras fits you if you are
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A family wanting space, malls and schools at a fair rent
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A KL commuter who can rent near a Kajang-line MRT station
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A value-seeker who finds central KL too expensive
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Someone who wants a big, established suburb with everything nearby
Look elsewhere if you are
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Highly sensitive to peak-hour traffic on the MRR2 / Cheras corridor
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Set on only the newest buildings (stock age varies a lot across Cheras)
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After a quiet, low-density street rather than a busy suburb
Honest drawbacks
The main trade-offs are well-known traffic congestion on the MRR2 and Cheras corridor, a wide spread of building age and quality, and the fact that not every condo is a short walk to the MRT.
The honest downsides: Cheras traffic is famous, and the MRR2 and Cheras-Kajang corridor crawl at peak hours, so test your real commute before signing. Building age and quality vary widely across such a large area, so a block-by-block check matters. And while the MRT Kajang line transformed access, many condos still need a feeder or a drive to reach a station.
Nearby alternatives
If Cheras is not quite right, Kajang offers cheaper rent at the end of the MRT line, while Bukit Jalil brings newer stock and parks — compare rent and commute on each before you decide.
| Area | Typical rent band | Commute to KL | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheras | Budget-to-mid | ~30-40 min to KLCC by MRT | Families and KL commuters wanting value on the MRT |
| Kajang | Budget | ~45 min to KL (MRT terminus) | Cheaper rent, end-of-line MRT, more space |
| Bukit Jalil | Mid | ~25-35 min to KL | Newer stock, parks and stadium-side living |
Viewing and defect checklist
At viewing, test water pressure and aircon, time the real peak-hour commute, confirm the walk to the nearest MRT, check the parking bay, and take dated handover photos with a stamped tenancy agreement.
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Water pressure in kitchen and bathrooms
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Air-conditioning units cool properly
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Time the real commute to work at peak hours
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Walk the route to the nearest MRT station and time it
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Confirm the exact parking bay allocation
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Check lift condition and waiting time at peak in taller blocks
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Take dated handover photos and insist on a stamped tenancy agreement
Browse zero-deposit rentals in Cheras on SPEEDHOME
Browse zero-deposit rentals in Cheras on SPEEDHOME to see the current 'from' rent, floor plans and verified listings. For a wider sweep, see Where to rent in Malaysia, or compare nearby hubs at Kajang rentals and Bukit Jalil rentals.
FAQ
How much is rent in Cheras?
Rooms in shared units are the cheapest way in, studios and 1-bedroom units sit in the low-to-mid range, and larger 2-3 bedroom condos cost more, especially near an MRT station. Check current live listings for the real range — published figures are indicative only.
How do I get to KL from Cheras?
The MRT Kajang line runs roughly every 4-8 minutes at peak (every 10-15 minutes off-peak), with first trains around 6am and last trains past midnight — Sunday service follows the Saturday schedule. From Taman Connaught station, door-to-door to KLCC is realistically 45-60 minutes in the morning rush vs about 25-30 minutes off-peak, while driving the MRR2 can balloon to 60-90 minutes in the same window but holds at 20-30 minutes outside peak hours. MRT feeder buses (route numbers like T410 and T411) plug the gap for blocks that are not walkable to a station.
Is Cheras a good place to rent for families?
Yes. Cheras is family-friendly, with Sunway Velocity, MyTOWN and Aeon malls, many schools and hospitals, parks like Taman Tasik Permaisuri, and a wide range of unit sizes — best value if you can rent near an MRT station.
What are the downsides of living in Cheras?
Traffic is the big one: the MRR2 and Cheras corridor are congested at peak hours, so test your commute first. Building age and quality also vary widely across the area, and not every condo is a short walk to the MRT.
Can I rent in Cheras with zero deposit?
Yes, zero-deposit options are available through SPEEDHOME on selected listings. Zero Deposit is a managed rental-risk system, not a financial guarantee product: it replaces the upfront cash deposit, and you remain responsible for the condition of the unit at move-out. Check live listings to confirm which units qualify.
What areas are similar to or cheaper than Cheras?
Kajang at the end of the MRT Kajang line is typically cheaper with more space, while Bukit Jalil offers newer stock and parks at a mid rent. On SPEEDHOME listings in Jun 2026, Kajang rooms typically list ~RM 100-200 lower than equivalent Cheras rooms, while Bukit Jalil 1-bedrooms tend to sit ~RM 200-400 higher. Compare the rent band and commute on each area's live listings before deciding.