10 Urban Properties With Beautiful Nature To Explore
The benefits of nature are undeniable, as they can have a lasting impact on your physical and mental health.
Nothing beats a deep breath of clean, fresh air, the sound of birds singing in the trees, and sweeping views of verdant green forest.
We recognise the value of nature to our souls, but often overlook how powerful that impact can be on our bodies.
The positive value of nature has even been evidenced in medical studies, which show that 120 minutes of time spent in nature each week is associated with good health and well-being.
Nature is such a powerful stimulus to positive health, that it’s even prescribed by doctors in countries such as in America, UK, and many European countries, amongst others.
We all need to focus on good physical and mental health. That can sometimes mean making positive decisions about where we live, to give access to refreshing natural beauty that lifts our spirits.
With that goal in mind, here are five amazing areas of natural beauty, and 10 fantastic properties that offer a breathtaking slice of nature from an urban location.
1) Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) at Bukit Lagong, Selangor
The Forest Research Institute Malaysia, or FRIM, is a recreational visitors area that offers a gateway to the stunning wonder of Recreational Forest Bukit Lagong to the north of Kuala Lumpur.
This beautiful region offers walks in nature on the doorstep of our capital, and conveniently located near the iconic Batu Caves.
The Bukit Lagong Forest Reserve offers breathtaking hiking paths, natural scenery, and canopy walkways that provide unrivalled views. It’s easily accessible from the urban areas of Kepong and Kampung Batu.
Properties near Bukit Lagong:
United Point Residences @ North Kiara offers a fantastic location to reach the urban joys of Kuala Lumpur alongside easy access to the natural beauty of FRIM.
The location to the north of Chow Kit means simple connectivity to downtown KL, while also the freedom to escape to the forest reserve for your daily dose of nature.
This condo development offers a wide range of affordable apartments as part of a freehold mixed development.
Residents enjoy access to some fantastic features on-site, with a gym, dining pavilion, lounge area, picnic area, playground, swimming pool, and much more to keep them entertained.
Units vary in size from under 1,000 sq ft up to 1,200 sq ft, and at an enviable affordable rate for the nation’s capital.
Prices for sale on PropertyGuru today range from RM450,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom unit, up to RM780,000 for a four-bedroom three-bathroom space.
These stunning residences take residents even closer to the natural beauty of Bukit Lagong, with a location to the northwest of Kepong, in the Taman Usahawan area.
Residents enjoy easy access to nature, as well as outstanding urban connectivity with nearby links to the Selayang-Kepong Highway, as well as the Kepong Sentral KTM Station.
Fortuna Centra Residences boasts 462 units across three blocks, with unit sizes ranging from 775 sq ft to 1,357 sq ft.
Facilities found at the development include a number of swimming pools, gym, jacuzzi, landscaped garden, and more.
Prices of units for sale on PropertyGuru today range from RM438,888 for a two-bedroom two-bathroom unit, up to RM800,000 for a four-bedroom three-bathroom space.
2) Ulu Kinta Forest Reserve, Perak
Ulu Kinta Forest Reserve is another fantastic recreational slice of nature, this time located to the northeast of the Perak town of Ipoh.
This great natural habitat offers stunning hiking routes and outstanding views, and is a popular choice with mountain bikers looking to ride the demanding trails.
The reserve also offers a path to climb the nearby Mount Korbu – the highest peak in Perak, and second-highest in Peninsular Malaysia at 2,183 metres tall!
If you’re looking for breathtaking nature which allows you the chance to reach into the sky, then this is the place for you!
Properties near Ulu Kinta Forest Reserve:
D’Festivo Residences are located to the north of Ipoh’s town centre, and offer an easy route by road out to the joys of the Ulu Kinta Forest Reserve.
This apartment development is home to 240 units, and boasts the expected facilities on site such as a swimming pool, gymnasium, and playground, as well as the delights of a tennis court, reading room, squash court, basketball, and even a reflexology path!
Units for sale on PropertyGuru today stretch from a very affordable RM400,000 for a two-bedroom two-bathroom 850 sq ft unit, up to RM1,000,000 for a 3,209 sq ft four-bedroom five-bathroom space. With a home that size, you could just plant a jungle in the spare bedroom anyway!
2b) Meru Heights Residences @ Scientex Meru
Another great option to escape to the towering natural beauty of Ulu Kinta is the fantastic Meru Heights Residences @ Scientex Meru.
It also offers a convenient location to explore nearby Gunung Lang Recreational Park and Kledang Hill.
The development consists of 348 units across two 22-storey tower blocks. Facilities include a clubhouse, gym, swimming pool, BBQ area, and badminton hall for residents to enjoy.
Units range from 812 sq ft up to 981sq ft. Properties for sale today go from RM192,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom unit, up to RM255,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom space. That makes for a very affordable opportunity with great access to nature.
3) Klang Gates Quartz Ridge, Selangor
Klang Gates Quartz Ridge is a popular hiking area to the northeast of Kuala Lumpur, and actually represents the longest quartz formation of its kind in the world!
When you’re not marvelling at the geology, you can marvel at the natural scenery of this stunning piece of natural beauty on the edge of the city.
This outstanding quartz ridge, also referred to as Bukit Tabur, measures 14km in length, and offers views of the city on one side and out over the nearby lakes and reservoirs on the other.
Properties near Klang Gates Quartz Ridge:
The name of this stunning new development perfectly echoes the natural opportunities of the local area.
KL East: The Ridge is nestled in a stunning section of nearby rainforest, which is home to a 53-acre forest park at the foothills of Klang Gates Quartz Ridge.
Residents can enjoy a range of on-site facilities, as well as the joys of the nearby natural areas. That includes access to a jogging track, BBQ area, gym, a number of swimming pools, and multi-purpose hall, amongst others.
The development consists of 300 units over 24 floors, with room sizes ranging from 651 sq ft to 865 sq ft. Properties for sale today start from RM600,000 for a two-bedroom two-bathroom unit.
3 Residen @ Melawati is another great development that puts you on the doorstep of Bukit Tabur, and the breathtaking nearby escapes to nature.
This condo development offers easy access to the natural areas to the east of Kuala Lumpur, but with the added benefit of direct access to major highways such DUKE, North-South Expressway, and more.
Residents of 3 Residen @ Melawati can also enjoy a number of facilities on the development such as playground, BBQ area, swimming pool, gym, and landscaped gardens.
There are 178 units across the two residential blocks, with unit sizes ranging from 1,080 sq ft to 1,980 sq ft, giving plenty of room for multi-generational living.
Unit prices start at RM550,000 today for a two-bedroom two-bathroom unit, up to RM1,200,000 for a four-bedroom three-bathroom space.
4) Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve, Perak
Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve brings a bit of watery-joy to your outdoors, with a rich and biodiverse natural habitat to explore west of Taiping, in Perak.
This area of outstanding natural beauty is celebrated for its sustainable management, with protected mangrove swamps stretching over 40,000 hectares.
The area not only offers carefully laid out trails across the scenic forest, but also provides the chance to explore nature on the water with local boat rides that might even lead to lucky visitors seeing the sea eagles!
Properties near Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve:
4a) Simpang, Taiping
Taking a break from extensive condo developments, the area of Simpang offers a wonderful neighbourhood of residences to explore, and conveniently located south of the gateway to Matang.
Houses in the area offer some great landed properties, with the likes of terrace housing, single-lot houses, and also great bungalows for a wide range of residential opportunities.
Prices range from an extremely affordable two-storey terrace house for sale at RM95,140 today, up to RM484,500 for a four-bedroom three-bathroom semi-detached property.
The area also offers great connectivity both into the city centre, and out to the nearby North-South Expressway, with convenient highway links.
4b) Skyhomes Panorama Tambun Perdana
Skyhomes Panorama Tambun Perdana offers a great low-density condo development in Taiping with easy access to the North-South Expressway and convenient links to Matang Mangrove Forest Reserve.
It also offers the added benefit of easy travel on to Taiping’s iconic Lake Gardens for an extra slice of natural joy.
Residents can enjoy access to a swimming pool, BBQ area, and gym, as well as landscaped and well-maintained grounds.
Prices for sale on PropertyGuru today range from RM280,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom unit, up to RM338,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom space.
5) Semenggoh Nature Reserve, Sarawak
Semenggoh Nature Reserve is a wonderful and accessible part of Sarawak’s natural beauty, located just south of the state capital of Kuching.
Sarawak, like neighbouring Sabah, is of course celebrated for its stunning natural landscapes, with the beauty of the Borneo rainforests presenting an iconic image of Malaysia’s most outstanding natural habitats.
As well as offering a manageable and accessible slice of that natural beauty to enjoy, Semenggoh Nature Reserve is also home to an orangutan sanctuary and rehabilitation centre that adds the joy of these beautiful creatures of the forest to its allure.
Properties near Semenggoh Nature Reserve:
5a) Liberty Grove
Liberty Grove offers a peaceful development located to the south of Kuching, and provides easy travel to Semenggoh Nature Reserve and the wider natural joys of Sarawak with simple access to the Jalan Tun Hussein Onn Highway.
The apartment complex is home to 200 units, spread across nine 12-storey low-rise apartment buildings.
Facilities include a sauna, BBQ area, playground, basketball court, meeting room and more. But with the joys of Sarawak’s natural beauty to explore, how much time are you really going to be spending in the development!?
Prices for sale on PropertyGuru today range from RM487,956 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom unit, up to RM509,000 for a three-bedroom three-bathroom space.
Jazz Suites at Vivacity is another apartment complex in Kuching to consider if you’re wanting an outstanding urban environment, but with great access to natural beauty.
The development is located to the east of the city and offers easy routes both south, and towards the town centre. Units range from 846 sq ft to 1,222 sq ft in a range of layouts.
The apartment complex offers basic facilities such as a swimming pool, and nearby community plaza.
Prices for sale on PropertyGurutoday range from RM680,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom unit that's 1,060 sq ft, up to RM850,000 for a three-bedroom two-bathroom space that's 1,219 sq ft.
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