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Crown Penang — serviced apartment, Straits Quay, Tanjung Tokong
Selling NowfreeholdCommercial (HDA)Est. 2029 Q1

Chin Hin Group Property Berhad (JV)

Crown Penang

Straits Quay, Tanjung Tokong

From

RM 704K

RM 955+ PSF · Completion 2029

Tenure

freehold

Title

Commercial (HDA)

Total Units

588

Completion

2029

From
RM 704K
PSF
RM 955
Tenure
freehold
Total units
588
Status
selling
Completion
2029

Price at a glance

Prices as at September 2026Developer prices basis. Last checked 2026-07-30. The project has not completed — no resale market yet.

Unit typeSize (sqft)Price fromPSF from
All units614–1,851RM704,000RM955
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Zac’s Take

Zac Ong

Crown Penang is one of the best sea-view positions launched in Tanjung Tokong in years — a 588-unit tower in the Seri Tanjung Pinang precinct, developed through a joint venture including Chin Hin Property Berhad. Important correction: this is commercial title under HDA, not residential title — it cannot be converted to residential later, so factor in commercial-rate utility tariffs (TNB) and confirm current LTV and foreign buyer consent terms specifically for commercial-title purchases before committing. The genuine draw here is location, not tenure classification: Straits Quay retail and F&B are a short distance away, Penang Chinese Girls' High School is 1.2km, Uplands International 2.8km, Island Hospital 3.4km, Gleneagles 4.1km, Gurney Plaza ~2km. Drive-dependent but the immediate walkability around Straits Quay marina is real. Unit configuration sweet spot: the 1,281 sqft Type A layout is worth shortlisting — sized for own-stay, positioned at the accessible end of the price range, with a reasonable resale profile. The 1,539 sqft Type B is the upgrader's pick; penthouses are trophy buys with thinner liquidity. Target buyer: HK/SG investor comfortable with commercial title near Straits Quay; MM2H family looking at own-stay plus rental flexibility; Penang upgrader trading out of older Tanjung Tokong stock. Not for: buyers who specifically need residential title (look elsewhere in this corridor), yield-only investors (PSF doesn't deliver headline 6%+ gross), or own-stay families who need rail access (the funded Mutiara Line does not serve the northern corridor at all — there is no Gurney station on it). Genuine concern: low-floor units face the existing car-park deck — view, light and resale-PSF all step down meaningfully below Level 18-20. Mitigation: do not buy below Level 20 unless the discount is severe and you're own-staying.

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Crown Penang price list 2026

0 of 5 unit types have a published price · completing 2029

TypeSize (sqft)Price fromPSF (derived)Units
AStudio614–1,044On application180
B1+1 Bedroom840–1,076On application336
C2 Bedrooms1,141–1,851On application60
C12 Bedrooms1,087On application12
D3 Bedrooms1,625On application12

PSF is derived, not quoted — each row divides that type's price by its own square footage. Developers do not always state whether a published size is built-up or nett, and the two can differ by 20%. Ask for both in writing before you sign.

Developer price — the project has not completed, so there is no resale market to compare against, last checked 2026-07-30. Developers reprice between phases — confirm the current list before committing.

No published unit type clears the RM1M foreign-buyer minimum, but 5 types are priced on application — those may qualify. Ask before ruling the project out.

5 unit types are priced on application

Usually the penthouses and duplexes — developers hold those back rather than publish them. I can get you the current figure and the floor plan directly.

📲 Ask for the current price list

Commercial title with HDA — cannot convert to residential

Crown Penang completion date

Crown Penang is expected to complete in 2029.

Read that as the developer's target, not a guarantee. What matters contractually is the vacant possession date in your SPA — 36 months from the sale and purchase agreement for a strata title under the Housing Development Act, with liquidated damages payable if the developer misses it. A launch year quoted in marketing and the VP date you can enforce are different things, so check the SPA schedule before you plan a move-in or a tenancy.

Building specifications

Blocks
1
Floors
41
Total units
588
Car parks
700 bays
Lifts per floor
5
Ceiling height
2.8–3.1m
Maint. fee
RM0.41/sqft
Security tiers
4-tier
Orientation
North-West (Pearl Hill views) / South-East (sea views)
Architect
Cipta Teguh Architects Sdn Bhd

Facilities

Swimming Pool (32m lap)Wading PoolPool DeckSky LoungeSky ParkGymnasium (~1,300 sqft)Games RoomCo-working Lounge (~3,200 sqft)Landscape GardensParcel & Mail RoomEV Charging Bays

What's nearby

🏥 Healthcare

  • Osel Clinic Straits Quay330m
  • Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital1.1km
  • Penang Adventist Hospital2.6km
  • Gleneagles Hospital Penang3.3km
  • Island Hospital Penang3.7km

🎓 Schools

  • Stonyhurst International School400m
  • Dalat International School2.6km
  • Prince of Wales Island International School3.0km

🛍 Shopping

  • Straits Quay Marina Mall370m
  • Lotus's Tanjung Pinang450m
  • Gurney Plaza2.0km
  • Gurney Paragon2.0km

🌳 Parks & leisure

  • STP Seafront Promenade400m
  • Straits Green Park580m
  • Gurney Bay2.6km

🏥 Healthcare

  • Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital1.1km
  • Penang Adventist Hospital2.6km
  • Gleneagles Hospital Penang3.3km

🎓 Schools

  • SK Tanjung Tokong500m
  • Stonyhurst International School Penang400m
  • Pelita International School2.5km
  • Phor Tay Private High School2.0km

🛍 Shopping

  • Straits Quay300m
  • Gurney Plaza3.2km
  • Island Plaza2.8km

What's included in each unit

Fully furnished — items included in the purchase price per developer specification.

Digital locksetKitchen cabinet (melamine with quartz countertop)Rubine hood (self-contained) and electric hob (2 burners)RefrigeratorDining table and chairsOvenInverter air-conditionerIntercom systemFibre wall socketSMATV pointLight fittings

End-financing panel banks

Banks pre-approved for Crown Penang — approach any of these for a faster loan approval process.

MaybankRHBAmBankAlliance BankPublic BankCIMB

Pre-approved banks as at launch. Confirm current status with your preferred bank directly.

🌏 Foreign buyer info

Min. RM1M purchase price. State consent required (approx. RM21,748 total fees). Commercial title — TNB tariff stays commercial at VP; apply to TNB for residential rate post-VP.

See also: Penang foreign buyer guide →

🏨 Short-stay rental option

Optional Maple Home STR management package available — a third-party operator (7 years experience). Independent of purchase, not tied to loan or SPA.

🏗️ Construction Updates

  1. 2025-03

    Stage 2a: Piling and foundation

  2. 2025-06

    Stage 2b1: RC framework — car park levels

  3. 2026-05

    Stage 2b2: RC framework — residential levels

  4. 2026-06

    Stage 2c: Walls with door and window frames

  5. 2026-08

    Stage 2d: Roof, electrical wiring, plumbing

  6. 2026-09

    Stage 2e1: Internal plastering

  7. 2027-01

    Stage 2e2: External plastering

  8. 2027-04

    Stage 2f/2g: Sewerage and drains

  9. 2027-05

    Stage 2h: Roads — final works before VP (Q1 2029)

Monthly Instalment Calculator

Monthly Instalment

RM 2,844

Total Interest

RM 560,692

Total Outlay

RM 1,264,692

Estimates only — not an offer, quotation, or representation of the developer's actual pricing or package. Actual instalments depend on the bank's approved rate, tenure and margin of financing.

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Photo gallery

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Tanjung Tokong — area snapshot

Full area guide →

Tanjung Tokong is Penang Island's most active condo market, anchored by Straits Quay and home to a mix of expat and local upgrader demand. Low-density and ultra-luxury projects command significant premiums here.

Price range

RM 370KRM 7.5M

asking prices in area

Active projects

2

selling or under construction

Subsale condos

24

completed projects

Total tracked

27

properties in this area

Total Cost Breakdown

Every cost you'll pay — stamp duty, legal fees, loan documentation, foreign levy. Real Penang numbers, not generic Malaysia estimates.

DownpaymentRM 70,400
SPA stamp duty (tiered 1–4%)RM 15,120
SPA legal feeRM 8,290
MOT stamp duty (at VP)

Tiered 1–4% on transfer value. Paid at Vacant Possession stage. Buyer's cost — rarely absorbed by developer.

RM 15,120
Loan stamp duty (0.5%)RM 3,168
Loan agreement legal feeRM 3,168
Valuation feeRM 2,000
Search, admin, miscRM 1,000
Gross upfront totalRM 118,266

New launch — typical developer savings

Toggle what the developer is absorbing. Confirm the actual package before signing.

Cash rebate3% = RM 21,120
0%5%10%
Total developer savingsRM 35,746

Net upfront (after savings)

Based on typical 2026 new launch package

RM 82,520

Estimates only, based on 2026 Penang state rules — not an offer, quotation, or representation of the developer's actual package. Actual costs vary by bank, lawyer, and case complexity. Confirm exact figures with Zac →

Frequently asked questions

How much is Crown Penang per square foot in 2026?

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PSF starts from around RM955 depending on floor and view orientation. Entry price is RM704,000 for the smallest studio; larger 3-bedroom units and penthouses go up from there.

What is the completion date for Crown Penang Straits Quay?

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Targeting 2029 handover per the developer's construction schedule.

Is Crown Penang freehold and residential title?

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It is freehold, but it carries commercial title under HDA (Housing Development Act), not residential title — and this cannot be converted to residential title later. Commercial title means utility bills are charged at TNB's commercial tariff rather than residential rates, and buyers should confirm current loan-to-value and foreign buyer consent terms specific to commercial-title purchases before committing.

What is the Crown Penang floor plan and unit mix?

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Five main types across 588 units: Studio (614–1,044 sqft, 180 units), 1+1 Bedroom (840–1,076 sqft, 336 units), 2 Bedroom Type C (1,141–1,851 sqft, 60 units), 2 Bedroom Type C1 (1,087 sqft, 12 units), and 3 Bedroom Type D (1,625 sqft, 12 units), across a single 41-storey tower.

Is Crown Penang worth buying as investment?

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The case here rests on the Straits Quay marina-edge location and build quality, provided you're comfortable with commercial title. For pure yield maximisation, the PSF doesn't support headline 6%+ gross — this is a location and lifestyle-driven asset, not a high-yield play.

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