Pulau Tikus · Subsale Market
The Cantonment Subsale — Pulau Tikus, Penang
Current asking prices, floor plans, and what to inspect before signing the SPA. Live subsale shortlist sent direct to your WhatsApp.
The Cantonment is a completed freehold condominium in Pulau Tikus, Penang, completed in 2015 by Melariang Sdn. Bhd. (Malton). It has 71 units. Subsale asking prices currently run about RM1100–1250 per sq ft (from roughly RM 850K).
Available Listings
No listings currently on file. Zac may have off-market units available.
Ask Zac about availabilityWhy buy a The Cantonment subsale (vs a new launch elsewhere)
Immediate occupancy
Move in within 3 months of SPA. No 36-month construction wait.
Verified surroundings
Pulau Tikus's noise levels, traffic, neighbour mix, and JMC quality are known quantities at The Cantonment.
Established maintenance
Sinking fund history is visible. You can read the last 12 months of JMC minutes before committing.
5 things to check before signing the The Cantonment SPA
- 1.Sinking fund health — confirm the current balance and whether any special assessment is pending in the next 12 months.
- 2.Last 3 maintenance billings — verify payment is up to date and there are no outstanding dues from the seller.
- 3.JMC minutes (last 12 months) — look for recurring complaints, structural concerns, or planned major works.
- 4.Common-area condition — physically walk the pool deck, lifts, lobbies, gym, and parking ramps. Photo anything concerning for negotiation leverage.
- 5.Internal pipes + electrical — for buildings 10+ years old, ask for a recent plumbing inspection report. Pipe replacement is a five-figure capex you don't want to discover post-VP.
The Cantonment key facts
- Developer
- Melariang Sdn. Bhd. (Malton)
- Area
- Pulau Tikus, Penang
- Type
- condominium
- Tenure
- freehold
- Completed
- 2015
- Total units
- 71
- Asking PSF
- RM1100–1250
- Price from
- RM 850K
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Price range
RM 500K – RM 4.1M
asking prices in area
Active projects
0
selling or under construction
Subsale condos
6
completed projects
Total tracked
8
properties in this area
The Cantonment subsale — common questions
Where is The Cantonment located?
The Cantonment is in Pulau Tikus, Penang, developed by Melariang Sdn. Bhd. (Malton) and completed in 2015.
Is The Cantonment freehold or leasehold?
The Cantonment is freehold.
How much is a The Cantonment unit?
Subsale asking prices at The Cantonment start from roughly RM 850K (about RM1100–1250 psf), varying by floor, view and renovation. WhatsApp Zac for the current shortlist.
What's the typical asking price for a The Cantonment subsale unit?
Subsale asking prices at The Cantonment vary by unit floor, view, and renovation level. The most accurate current figures come from active listings — WhatsApp Zac for the live shortlist with prices and floor plans for available units.
Is The Cantonment a good buy in the subsale market?
The Cantonment in Pulau Tikus is a completed building, which means immediate occupancy, verifiable neighbour quality, established maintenance fees, and a known JMC track record. The case for subsale here is no construction risk and a proven location — versus paying a new-launch premium for an unbuilt unit.
What should I check before signing a subsale SPA at The Cantonment?
Five things to verify: (1) sinking fund health and any pending special assessments, (2) last 3 maintenance billings and how strict collection is, (3) JMC meeting minutes for the last 12 months, (4) common-area condition (pool, lifts, lobbies), (5) structural age of internal pipes (especially for buildings 10+ years old). Ask the listing agent to provide these as part of the offer process.
Can foreigners buy a The Cantonment subsale unit?
Yes, subject to Penang state minimums (RM 1,000,000 for stratified properties on Penang Island; RM 600,000 on the mainland) and state consent (typically 2-4 months processing). MM2H holders are treated the same as other foreign buyers for property purchase rules.
How long does a subsale purchase at The Cantonment take?
Typical timeline: 2-3 weeks from offer acceptance to SPA signing, then 3 months to completion (90-day SPA period). Faster than a new launch because no construction wait. Plan for stamp duty + legal fees (~3-4% of purchase price) at completion.
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