Across the 2 projects we track in TRX, entry prices run from RM1,280,000 to RM1,442,207, or roughly RM2,051 to RM2,311 per square foot. 1 is completed; 1 still being built.
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Tun Razak Exchange is Kuala Lumpur's purpose-built financial district, with its own MRT interchange, a rooftop park and The Exchange TRX mall at its centre. It is the newest of the city-centre addresses, so there are fewer projects to choose from.
Every project we track here
| Project | From | Sizes | Per sq ft | Tenure | Ready? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Crown | RM1,280,000 | 624–1,238 sq ft | RM2,051 | Leasehold | Expected Q4 2026 |
| Core Residence | RM1,442,207 | 624–1,022 sq ft | RM2,311 | Freehold | Completed 2024 |
Starting prices are gross and change with unit type, floor and availability. Per sq ft is the starting price divided by the smallest layout.
Getting around
- MRT Tun Razak Exchange station: the interchange between the Kajang and Putrajaya lines.
- One stop to Bukit Bintang and to KL City Centre on the MRT.
- Highways: Jalan Tun Razak and the SMART Tunnel are close by.
What the price range actually tells you
The spread between RM1,280,000 and RM1,442,207 is not a quality gap. It reflects unit size, floor, tenure and how far a particular building sits from the station and the shops.
Cost per square foot is the fairer comparison, and even that needs care: small layouts always read expensive per square foot, because kitchens and bathrooms cost much the same to build whatever the size of the unit.
By budget
| Starting price | Projects |
|---|---|
| RM1,000,000 to RM1,499,999 | Golden Crown RM1,280,000 Core Residence RM1,442,207 |
The starting price buys the smallest or lowest unit. Larger layouts and higher floors in the same building cost more, so a budget that only just reaches the starting price leaves few units to choose from.
Tenure here
Freehold: Core Residence. Leasehold: Golden Crown.
Tenure affects financing and resale more than daily life, and on a leasehold title the number that matters is the remaining term.
For foreign buyers
Kuala Lumpur's minimum price for a foreign buyer is RM1,000,000 for the unit bought, and every purchase needs consent from the land authority. Here, 2 of the 2 projects start at RM1,000,000 or more: Golden Crown, Core Residence.
The threshold is tested on the unit, not the project, so ask for the full price list and mark the units at RM1,000,000 or more before choosing. The rules are on the foreign buyers guide.
Cash before the keys
The price is not the only money you need. These are paid in cash, because a bank does not lend them:
- The down payment: the part of the price the loan does not cover.
- Stamp duty on the transfer: worked out on the price in the sale and purchase agreement; for a foreign buyer it is 8%.
- Stamp duty on the loan agreement: 0.5% of your loan.
- Legal fees on the sale and purchase agreement and on the loan agreement.
How much that comes to depends on the unit, the loan you take and the package the developer offers at the time, which differs from project to project, so we do not work it out on the starting price here. Ask me how much cash you need for the unit you are looking at, and I will work it out with the current price list.
How each item is worked out is on the cash before the keys guide and the buying costs calculator.
Ready now, or waiting
Completed and viewable today: Core Residence (2024). Not yet completed: Golden Crown (expected Q4 2026).
A completed building lets you walk into the actual unit and check the light, the view and how the building is run. A unit under construction is paid for in stages as the work progresses, and if you are renting while you wait, that rent belongs in the comparison too.
What to weigh up here
- A small pool. Compare the projects here side by side rather than expecting a long shortlist.
- The district is still filling in. Surrounding plots are still being built, so expect construction nearby for a few more years.
The monthly number is the one that decides it
Buyers compare entry prices because they are easy to compare. The figure you live with is the instalment plus the maintenance fee, every month, for as long as you own, and the maintenance fee is charged per square foot, so a larger unit costs more twice over.
| Project | From | Illustrative instalment |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Crown | RM1,280,000 | RM5,240 |
| Core Residence | RM1,442,207 | RM5,904 |
Illustrative at a 90% loan over 35 years at 4.2% a year, on the starting price. The maintenance fee comes on top. Your bank's written offer governs.
Before shortlisting, take the monthly figure you are comfortable with, take off an estimate of the maintenance fee, and work the rest back to a purchase price. Then look only at what fits.
What to confirm before you commit
- The maintenance fee per square foot, whether the sinking fund is inside it, and how often it has been revised.
- The car park allocation for your unit, in writing.
- The remaining lease, and whether the strata title has been issued.
- The land title category: residential or commercial changes utility tariffs and assessment.
- The delivery date in the sale and purchase agreement, not the brochure.
Questions
What is the cheapest way into TRX?
On our list, Golden Crown at RM1,280,000.
How much cash do I need before the keys?
The down payment, stamp duty on the transfer, stamp duty on the loan (0.5% of the loan) and legal fees are paid in cash. The total depends on the unit, the loan and the developer's package at the time, so ask Claire for the figure for the unit you are looking at.
Can a foreigner buy in TRX?
Kuala Lumpur's minimum price for a foreign buyer is RM1,000,000 for the unit bought, and every purchase needs consent from the land authority. Here, 2 of the 2 projects start at RM1,000,000 or more: Golden Crown, Core Residence.
Is anything ready to move into?
Yes: Core Residence (2024).
Which TRX projects have layouts of 1,000 sq ft or more?
Golden Crown (up to 1,238 sq ft), Core Residence (up to 1,022 sq ft).
Why is price per square foot so different between buildings?
Distance to rail and shops, the floor, the size of the layout and the tenure all feed into it. Compare within the area and within the same layout type.
How much is the maintenance fee here?
It varies by building and is charged per square foot. Ask for the current rate and the last few revisions before you commit; it is the cost you carry every month for as long as you own.
How this area compares with the others
| Area | Projects | Entry prices | Per sq ft | Completed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL City Centre | 12 | RM699,000 – RM1,897,000 | RM1,610 – RM3,311 | 5 |
| Bukit Bintang | 7 | RM688,000 – RM1,460,000 | RM1,410 – RM2,953 | 4 |
| TRX ← this page | 2 | RM1,280,000 – RM1,442,207 | RM2,051 – RM2,311 | 1 |
| Bangsar | 4 | RM785,000 – RM1,745,000 | RM911 – RM1,743 | 1 |
| Bukit Jalil | 7 | RM422,500 – RM1,209,100 | RM584 – RM1,007 | 0 |
| Damansara Heights | 2 | RM754,000 – RM1,022,000 | RM1,668 – RM1,689 | 0 |
| Sungai Besi | 4 | RM396,000 – RM461,000 | RM670 – RM841 | 0 |
| Old Klang Road & OUG | 4 | RM339,000 – RM765,900 | RM610 – RM948 | 1 |
| Damansara | 12 | RM501,000 – RM1,858,800 | RM667 – RM1,255 | 1 |
| Petaling Jaya | 4 | RM385,000 – RM691,400 | RM673 – RM892 | 1 |
| Subang Jaya | 2 | RM356,000 – RM470,800 | RM648 – RM829 | 0 |
Read the last two columns together. A lower entry price with a similar cost per square foot usually means smaller layouts, not cheaper space, and an area with little completed asks you to wait, which has its own cost.
Prices are gross starting prices and can change. Confirm the current price and availability before you commit.