Alinea Suites

Alinea Suites Overview

“A line across to all”, abbreviated to Alinea, is the tagline for Alinea suites, a new transit-oriented SOHO development in Shah Alam, which places special importance on the concept of communal living. Alinea Suites is a leasehold residence developed by EH Property, a well-established property developer with numerous successful projects all over Malaysia. Located in Section 14, Shah Alam’s Golden Triangle, the 24-storey building is surrounded by ample amenities such as public transportation, shopping malls, medical centres, banks and educational institutions. With an affordable starting price of just RM327,000, the property is priced perfectly for first-time owners or even for investment purposes such as Airbnb. 

The property is of medium density with 32 units per floor and a total of 480 SOHO units and 4 retail outlets which are accessible via three lifts and one serviced lift in a single tower. With a built-up area of 441 sq. ft., the SOHO units are ready to move in, making it a perfect choice for working individuals or as an investment unit. Each unit is fully furnished with the exception of a television, washing machine and dryer and is allocated one parking space, except for selected premium units which come with two parking bays. The residential development is also highly secure with a four-tier security system which includes access card entry, CCTV surveillance, security card patrol and the digital lockset for all SOHO units. Thus, Alinea Suites offers the perfect living space that is affordable and  complete with convenience, comfort and safety.

Alinea Suites Location

Positioned strategically in the prime location of Section 14 Shah Alam, Alinea Suites is surrounded by urban amenities, promising an ultra-convenient lifestyle. Shah Alam, the state capital of Selangor, is a bustling township filled with both residential and commercial developments. The property is located nearby famous landmarks such as Shah Alam Autocity, I-City and even the Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport. Just opposite Alinea Suites is the famous Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Mosque or Shah Alam’s blue mosque, which is Malaysia’s largest mosque and is a key tourist attraction, renowned for its unique architecture. 

Other districts such as Subang Jaya, Petaling Jaya and Klang also border Shah Alam, thus residents can easily access these areas via the Federal Highway. With UiTM Shah Alam just 3 km away from the suites, the booming commercial and retail activities in the vicinity have resulted in an abundance of choice when it comes to eateries, shopping options, healthcare facilities and many more. Another bonus point is that Alinea Suites is positioned in an ideal site whereby public transportation is easily available such as buses, KTM station and the upcoming LRT Line 3.  Please refer to the images below for an overview of Alinea Suites’ location.

Kesambungan

Alinea Suites is easily accessible via multiple major highways such as the Kemuning-Shah Alam Highway (LKSA) (500 m), Federal Highway (1 km), Guthrie Corridor Expressway (6 km), ELITE (6 km) and Lebuhraya Shah Alam (KESAS) (7 km). Thus, residents with a car can easily access various locations from the property.  

As for those who prefer public transportation, fret not as this property is placed close to multiple public transportation options. Just opposite Alinea Suites is the Shah Alam City Bus Terminal (400 m), a 2-minute walk away. The bus terminal has various city buses and even a free shuttle service under the state government’s program known as SMART Selangor Bus. The shuttle service operates from 6 a.m. until 10 p.m. every day under bus number SA02 which covers a circular route of 46 stops. 

About 3.4 km (5-minute drive) away is the KTM Shah Alam station which extends all the way to Port Klang station as well as to KL Sentral, the central integrated transit hub that connects all major public transportation in the Klang Valley region. In the future, once the LRT 3 line is completed, residents will also be able to board the LRT at  the Dato’ Mentari Station, which is just 400 m away from the suites. 

Kemudahan

Owners of the units at Alinea Suites will be pleased with the convenience available in the area as Section 14 is well-equipped with a multitude of amenities. There are multiple public and international schools in the area as well as numerous options for tertiary education including UiTM which is located just 4 km away. For weekly grocery shopping, both Lotus’s (4.6 km)and AEON mall (5.7 km) are just a stone’s throw away and offer various retail outlets and entertainment options as well. 

The vicinity is filled with other amenities as well such as multiple petrol stations (Shell, BHP, Petron, Caltex and Petronas) and banks  (Bank Simpanan Nasional, Affin Bank, Maybank, Agrobank, Bank Islam, Bank Pertanian, Bank Rakyat and Public Bank) within a radius of 5 km. There are also multiple houses of worship such as the famous Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Mosque, Sri Maha Mariamman Temple, Grace Charismatic Fellowship and many more. There is also plenty of options available for recreation such as the Shah Alam Lake Garden which is just 1 km away, the Permai Recreation Park (1.9 km) and even the Wet Water World Park located just 2.2 km away, proving that there is never a dull day while living in Alinea Suites.

All of the amenities listed below are within a 10-km radius of the property. 

Pendidikan

Sekolah

• Dwi Emas International School
• SMK Sultan Salahuddin Abdul Aziz Shah
• Integrated Islamic School Shah Alam (IISSA) – Primary
• Integrated Islamic School Shah Alam (IISSA) – Secondary
• Sekolah Rendah Kebangsaan Seksyen 6
• Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Seksyen 9

Tertiary education

• Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)
• Universiti Pengurusan & Sains (MSU) 
• University Selangor (UNISEL)
• UOW Malaysia KDU University College, Utropolis, Glenmarie
• Open University Malaysia (Shah Alam Learning Centre)
• Intec Education College

Membeli-belah / runcit

• SACC Mall
• Anggerik Mall
• AEON Mall
• Lotus’s Shah Alam
• Plaza Alam Sentral
• Plaza Shah Alam
• Central i-City

Hospital

• Avisena Women’s & Children’s Specialist Hospital
• Avisena Specialist Hospital
• Shah Alam Hospital
• KPJ Selangor Specialist Hospital
• Columbia Asia Extended Care Hospital
• Hospital Umra
• Pusat Perubatan MSU
• Hospital Pakar SALAM Shah Alam

Rekreasi

• Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Golf & Country Club
• Shah Alam Royal Theatre
• Stadium Shah Alam
• Shah Alam Lake Garden
• Wet World Water Park Shah Alam
• Museum Sultan Shah Alam
• Shah Alam National Botanical Park
• Recreational Park Shah Alam

Alinea Suites Floor Plan

Alinea Suites comprises a single 24-storey tower consisting of a total of 480 SOHO units and four retail units. Basement and ground floor levels are allocated for visitor car parks, Levels 1 to 8 are allocated for resident car parks, Level 9 is dedicated to facilities while Levels 10 to 24 contain the SOHO units. Each floor houses 32 SOHO units and these are accessible via four lifts (including 1 service lift). 

As of now, two types of floor plans are available, type 1D and 2A. The SOHO unit’s built-up area totals approximately 441 sq. ft. with 1 bathroom and comes with one allocated parking bay. All SOHO units sold at Alinea Suites come with a digital lockset and are fully furnished with the exception of a television, washing machine and dryer.  

The image below provides the floor layout plan with corresponding unit numbers depicting the positioning of the SOHO units on each respective floor and the table below provides a summary of the unit numbers applicable to each floor plan type for the SOHO units.

Alinea Suites Facilities and Amenities

Alinea Suites does not fall short when it comes to its own list of facilities and amenities provided in the building itself. The in-house facilities are curated specially for the residents to experience the utmost convenience, all within the comfort of their own homes. As such, an entire level (Level 9) is dedicated solely to the facility’s podium. There are a total of 599 parking bays provided within 8 levels of car park whereby the basement and ground floor is allocated for visitors while the rest are for residents. There are also two EV (electric vehicle charger) car parks provided (one on the G floor, one on the 1st floor) as well as 12 ladies’ car park bays. In terms of security, a 4-tier security system is implemented whereby an access card is required at the main entrance, the second gate, the lift lobby and within the lift (access is granted to the designated floor only). The security level is further enhanced with CCTV surveillance plus a security guard and on top of that, each SOHO unit comes with a digital lockset as well. Thus, residents can rest easy that their safety is assured.8

The full list of facilities available is listed and an image of the facilities’ site plan is provided below. 

Level  9

• Kolam infiniti
• Children pool
• Jakuzi
• Rumah pokok
• Gimnasium
• Gourmet kitchen
• Themed playground
• Communal lounge
• Private function suites
• Bilik bacaan
• Ablution room
• Bilik sembahyang
• Multipurpose hall (open air)
• Play room
• Hangout terrace
• Sauna
• Kawasan BBQ

Other Facilities

• 4-tier security with CCTV and security guard patrol checkpoint
• Digital lockset for SOHO units
• 2 units of EV car park
• 12 units of ladies’ car parking bays
• 98 units(B & G floor) of visitor car parking bays 

Alinea Suites Property Analysis

Alinea Suites is located in a prime location in Shah Alam, which offers the best choices in terms of convenience. Since the property is built to be transit-oriented, residents will enjoy a hassle-free experience in getting public transportation as the development faces the Shah Alam City Bus Terminal and is also within walking distance of the soon-to-open LRT station. The area is also well connected through the network of roads as well as multiple highways, providing ease of access to any part of Shah Alam and other parts of the state as well as to other states in Peninsular Malaysia.

Coupled with the abundance of amenities located nearby, the SOHO development spoils its residents with choice. Be it retail experience, grocery shopping, leisure activities, education, recreation or access to premier healthcare facilities, everything is available just a stone’s throw away from Alinea Suites. On top of it, the development itself offers a multitude of facilities, with an entire level dedicated as the facilities podium so that residents can enjoy their time off without the hassle of travelling outside the premises. The property offers metropolitan living within a compact space, making it an ideal choice for young adults who enjoy urban living. 

Pasaran sasaran

Alinea Suites consist of SOHO units with a built-up area of approximately 441 ssizeq. ft. and a selling price of RM327,000 – RM377,000. The compact size of the units and the affordable starting price indicates that this property is targeted primarily at single, working individuals or first-time homeowners. The communal living concept is also another addition targeted at attracting young adults who seek co-working space as well as a living space to connect with other individuals. The transit-oriented SOHO development is also Airbnb-ready as it comes fully furnished complete with furniture and fittings, suggesting that the suites are also targeted at those who are seeking to purchase the units for investment purposes.. It can also be transformed to a stylish workspace as the location is strategic and convenient with easy access to public transportation, eateries, malls and healthcare. 

Analisis pesaing

Shah Alam is booming with a multitude of developments including many SOHO concept residential developments and for the purpose of comparison, three developments with similar factors such as land tenure, built-up area and price were selected. All three developments are located nearby Alinea Suites whereby Plaza Azalea is the closest at 550 m away while Vista Alam SOHO is 1.1 km away and Studio Fourteen is about 1.2 km away. All three competitor residential developments have been completed in 2014 and 2016, respectively and hold the same land tenure as Alinea Suites, which is leasehold.  The properties are also all located within the same vicinity thus they all have access to similar amenities within the area. 

In terms of built-up area, Alinea Suites offers the most compact sizing in comparison to its competitors but this is because Studio Fourteen offers 2- and 3-bedroom units as well while Plaza Azalea offers duplex suites for business purposes. Studio Fourteen offers the lowest density while on the other hand, Alinea Suites provides the highest price per sq. ft. Vista Alam has the highest density as the 576 units are only for SOHO units and the development also has 2 blocks of 2- and 3-bedroom units, bringing the overall total units to 1,133. Both Vista Alam and Plaza Azalea have mixed residential and business units and due to the convenience, more units are used for business purposes. 

On the whole, Alinea Suites is the best choice in terms of value for the price considering the facilities, convenience and security. It is important to note that all the other developments are older as they were completed several years prior while Alinea is a brand new project, thus the design, architecture and concept will be more suited to the current needs and demands. First-time homeowners may also prefer a newer development, thus justifying the higher price per sq. ft. Also, Alinea Suites offers more privacy as a home or living space as it has a medium density with just 480 units while the competitors, particularly Vista Alam and Plaza Azalea, have more units utilised as business premises. 

The table below depicts the summary of the comparison.

Alinea Suites Developer:  EH Property

Consisting of a property arm, EH Property and a construction arm, EH Construction, Eng Han (EH) Group is strongly committed to ideal designs for future generation, with their slogan “Build To Create Your Future”. With more than 28 years of experience in construction and 15 years of experience in property development, EH group has a solid track record that speaks for itself. EH property has developed properties all over Malaysia and some of their key developments include Ixora Residence in KL, Taman Emas 1 & 2 in Pahang, Shang Garden in Seremban, Skyvue Residence in Sabah, Taman Suteramas in Kemaman and Taman titi Heights in Penang Island. 

Ringkasan

On the whole, Alinea Suites offers the best of urban living with ultimate convenience at its doorstep. Homeowners can be sure to experience comfort, security and satisfaction while living at Alinea. The unique communal living concept coupled with its transit-oriented approach and affordable pricing makes the development an ideal choice for first-time homeowners for investment purposes.