What is Metropolitan Square?
Metropolitan Square is a freehold mixed-use development in Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, attributed to MK Land Holdings — combining serviced residences, retail, offices and a hotel on one site near the MRR2 junction.
The mixed-use format shapes the tenant profile. On-site retail and food outlets let residents skip short errand trips; the office and hotel components create a daytime population that returns home to PJ-north and Kepong. The residential component is built as serviced residences, not standard strata condominiums, which means a different management contract and a different maintenance-fee structure — something both tenants and landlords need to read carefully before signing. SPEEDHOME has managed 30,000+ tenancy agreements across Malaysia, and Damansara Perdana sits inside that active PJ-north footprint; verify the current live listings for this building before treating any figure here as a quote for a specific unit.
Metropolitan Square at a glance
Metropolitan Square is a freehold serviced-residence and retail mixed-use project attributed to MK Land Holdings in Damansara Perdana. Verify current rent, unit count, and facilities directly from live listings or the building management.
| Detail | Verified fact | Indicative — confirm at viewing |
|---|---|---|
| Development name | Metropolitan Square | — |
| Location | Damansara Perdana, Petaling Jaya, Selangor | — |
| Developer | Attributed to MK Land Holdings (verify against current developer records) | — |
| Land tenure | Freehold | — |
| Development type | Mixed-use — serviced residences, retail, offices, hotel | — |
| Nearest named rail station | No LRT or MRT within walking distance — nearest rail options require a drive or e-hailing | — |
| Road access | MRR2 interchange; routes toward Kepong, Kota Damansara, NKVE | — |
| Facilities | — | Pool, gymnasium, security, retail on-site (confirm current operational status at viewing) |
| Typical unit mix | Studio to 3-bedroom serviced-residence layouts | Confirm size and furnishing inventory per unit |
Commute and transit reality
Metropolitan Square is not within walking distance of any LRT or MRT station. Tenants commuting to central KL or Subang Jaya rely on a car, Grab, or the Kepong–Kota Damansara road corridor. Budget commute time honestly before signing.
Drive-time ranges below are directional estimates based on typical off-peak and peak-hour conditions, not measured traffic data — verify against your own test drive before signing.
| Destination | Realistic mode | Honest note |
|---|---|---|
| Kota Damansara | Drive or Grab | 10–15 min without peak-hour congestion |
| Kepong (MRR2 route) | Drive | 15–20 min — no rail connection |
| Damansara Utama / Uptown | Drive via Penchala Link or Damansara–Puchong Highway | 15–25 min congestion-dependent |
| Kelana Jaya LRT (nearest LRT) | Drive or Grab to Taman Bahagia or Kelana Jaya stations | 20–30 min from Damansara Perdana |
| KL Sentral | Drive or Grab via NKVE / Damansara–Puchong Highway | 25–40 min, highly congestion-dependent |
| KLCC / Bukit Bintang | Drive via Penchala Link or Middle Ring Road | 30–45 min peak hour |
The MRR2 can be heavy in both directions during morning and evening peak hours. Car-dependent commuters benefit from the proximity, but should factor in fuel, toll (NKVE), and parking costs when calculating total monthly outgoings. Car-free tenants should test the Grab route and cost during peak hours before committing — daily ride-hailing from Damansara Perdana to a rail station adds up quickly.
Who it suits and who should look elsewhere
Metropolitan Square suits working professionals who drive, need on-site retail, and want freehold serviced-residence living in the PJ-north corridor. It is a poor fit for car-free tenants who need daily rail access into central KL.
On SPEEDHOME's managed portfolio of 30,000+ tenancy agreements, PJ-north servicing reflects a measured mix of long-stay professional tenants rather than short-turnover lets — which is why the rent band and furnishing mix at Metropolitan Square is calibrated to that profile. Verify the current live mix against the listings before signing.
Good fit: - Drivers and car owners whose work is in the Kota Damansara, Damansara, or Kepong corridor - Professionals who want on-site amenities (retail, food, gym) to reduce daily errand trips - Landlords looking for a freehold asset with stable long-term tenant demand in a mature PJ-north pocket - Expatriates or corporate tenants whose employer covers a car allowance or provides transport
Less ideal: - Car-free tenants who need a rail commute into KL City Centre daily — the transit gap is real - Budget renters: serviced residences in mixed-use developments carry higher maintenance fees than older strata apartments; factor this into the real monthly cost - Tenants who need large unit sizes (landed or 4-bedroom) — the serviced-residence format skews toward studio to 3-bedroom layouts
SPEEDHOME data on Metropolitan Square and the PJ-north neighbourhood
The Metropolitan Square live listing page on SPEEDHOME is the source of truth for current asking rent, unit count, and Zero Deposit eligibility.
| Signal | What to check on the live page | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Live unit count | Total Metropolitan Square / Damansara Perdana listings on SPEEDHOME | Tells you the depth of supply and how often units turn over |
| Zero Deposit eligible | Count of listings tagged ZERODEPOSIT | The SPEEDHOME-only signal competitors do not publish — how many units you can apply to without paying the cash deposit up front |
| Rent band | Low-to-high range across the active filter | Spread reflects layout, floor, and furnishing state, not the address alone |
| Furnishing state | Filter by furnished / partly furnished / unfurnished | Furnished-vs-unfurnished shifts the rent more than the building name does |
For a wider PJ-north compare, the closest alternatives in the same corridor are Casa Indah (Mutiara Damansara, freehold condominium with a more residential feel and a closer bus connection to Bandar Utama), SQ WHERE (mixed-use serviced residence with on-site retail and a Penchala-Link-adjacent location), and Tropicana Gardens (a larger integrated development with a Tropicana Metropark retail front, typically higher rent and a different driving pattern via the LDP). Each of these comes with its own maintenance-fee and furnishing mix; verify the current listings before treating them as substitutes.
What to ask the building management before you sign
Maintenance fee, parking, pet policy, and broadband differ unit-by-unit in the same building. Ask the management office in writing before you commit — verbal answers do not survive a deposit dispute.
Ask for, in writing:
- The current monthly maintenance fee for your specific unit and what it covers (utilities, sinking fund, building services)
- Whether the maintenance fee is paid by the landlord or by the tenant — get it named in the tenancy agreement
- The number of parking bays allocated to your unit and whether the bay is included in the rent or charged separately
- The pet policy for the building — cat-friendly and dog-friendly strata by-laws differ; confirm with management, not just the landlord
- The broadband providers serving the building (TIME, Unifi, Maxis Fibre) and the typical plan speed tenants sign up for
- The move-in deposit structure the management office requires on top of the landlord's deposit (refundable vs non-refundable)
- A copy of the house rules and any recent by-law changes that affect short-term guests or renovation work
Renting or listing at Metropolitan Square with SPEEDHOME
SPEEDHOME lists Metropolitan Square units under the Damansara Perdana rental pool, with a tenancy framework that covers furnishing inventory, utility handover, and maintenance-fee responsibility.
For eligible units, Zero Deposit is available. Zero Deposit is a managed rental-risk system, not a financial guarantee product. It replaces the upfront cash deposit; in the rare case of severe end-of-tenancy damage the recoverable amount can be limited, so it is not a blanket guarantee. Not every unit qualifies — check the specific listing.
Landlords with a Metropolitan Square unit can list at /landlord/ to reach tenants in the Damansara Perdana corridor. Tenants can browse current rentals on SPEEDHOME and filter by area. See how Zero Deposit works before deciding.
FAQ
How much is the maintenance fee at Metropolitan Square?
It depends on the unit, floor, and what the management corporation bundles into the charge. For PJ-north serviced-residence projects, a typical monthly maintenance fee commonly falls in the RM400–700 range, but the exact figure is set by the management corporation and tabled at the AGM. Ask the management office in writing for the current figure for your specific unit before signing, and confirm in the tenancy agreement whether you or the landlord pays it.
Is parking included or charged separately at Metropolitan Square?
Often charged separately in PJ-north serviced-residence projects, and the number of bays per unit varies. Some units come with one bay included in the rent; others charge a monthly parking rate on top. Ask the landlord and the management office in writing how many bays your unit is allocated, the monthly rate, and whether visitor bays are available — peak-hour parking in Damansara Perdana is not free.
Are pets allowed at Metropolitan Square?
Pet policy is set by the building's strata by-laws, not by the landlord, and PJ-north strata rules vary. Some buildings allow cats with a written management approval; others prohibit pets entirely. Always confirm directly with the management office and get the answer in writing before you sign — a landlord's verbal "yes" does not override the building's by-law.
What broadband options serve Metropolitan Square?
PJ-north serviced residences are typically served by the major Malaysian fibre providers — Unifi (TM), Maxis Fibre, and TIME in most buildings. Actual speed and the available plan depend on the building's internal fibre infrastructure; ask the management office which providers are active in the building and check the live plan list on each provider's portal before signing. A 100–300 Mbps plan is the typical tenant pick for a one-bedroom; 500 Mbps and above is common for households sharing the connection.
What should I check during the viewing besides the unit itself?
A viewing is also your chance to check the building's actual operating state. Take photographs of every wall, appliance, and fitting in your specific unit; test every plug socket, tap, and air-conditioning remote; read the parking notice board for current rules; check the lift notice board for planned maintenance; ask the management office at the lobby desk for the current house rules; and check the actual distance from your unit's lift to the car park bay you would use, not a generic tower-to-tower figure. For a broader Damansara Perdana comparison, see the Damansara Perdana rentals pool.