10 properties from government open data (NAPIC)
💡 Fun fact: The cheapest property here costs about 4.1 years of local average salary!
Malaysia's property market is tracked by NAPIC (National Property Information Centre), which publishes comprehensive quarterly reports. Kuala Lumpur's KLCC area averages RM 8,000-RM 15,000/m² ($1,760-$3,300/m²), while cities like Malacca and Kota Kinabalu offer properties at RM 2,000-RM 5,000/m².
Malaysia allows foreign property ownership with a minimum price threshold (typically RM 1 million in most states, though this varies by state and property type). The MM2H (Malaysia My Second Home) visa program has attracted retirees and remote workers. Penang's heritage district and Johor Bahru's proximity to Singapore make them popular choices.
Melaka, Melaka
Ipoh, Perak
Johor Bahru, Johor
Kuching, Sarawak
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
George Town, Penang
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Malacca, Malacca
Penang, Penang
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
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