Ampang Jaya is a large and established township in Selangor, with housing options including condominiums, serviced residences and terraced homes.
It is the preferred township for families, with schools and retail services nearby. Furthermore, it is only a short distance from Kuala Lumpur with easy access to the Klang Valley.
Ampang Jaya is also dubbed as ‘Little Korea’ for its highly populous Korean community and a wide array of Korean restaurants and supermarkets. Here are five reasons why you should move to Ampang Jaya.
Five Reasons to Live in Ampang Jaya
1. Easily Accessible
Ampang Jaya is easily reachable from the city centre via Jalan Ampang, Jalan Akleh and the MMR 2. It is also served by the Klang Valley Integrated Transit System, as well as the LRT Ampang Line.
Tenants moving to Ampang, a big and bustling city, should familiarise themselves with the public transport routes to escape daily traffic.
Trains and buses run efficiently inside and outside of the city centre for an affordable price. Therefore, living near a transportation hub will make it much easier to travel.
2. Family-Friendly Activities
For younger children, Malaysia’s National Zoo (Zoo Negara) is just a short half-hour drive from Ampang Jaya.
Within the same distance is the Royal Selangor Visitor Centre, where visitors can learn about Malaysia’s mining history, attend workshops and create their own pewter masterpieces.
Another family-friend activity in Ampang Jaya is visiting Malaysia’s leading performing arts theatre. Families can enjoy a night of musical performances at the Istana Budaya, also known as the Palace of Culture, located next to the National Art Gallery.
For a fun and culturally engaging weekend, families can visit Batu Caves for a morning hike to admire the beauty of Malaysia’s limestone mountains and caves at one of the country’s most important Hindu religious sites.
Parents can also bring their children out for a day in the sun at the Ampang Jaya Municipal Public Park and Tasik Pandan Perdana Ampang.
Other recreational activities in Ampang Jaya include Trek Basikal Tekas, ATV Rimba Kemensah, Kemensah Waterfalls, Zoo Negara and Ampang Jaya Basketball Court.
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3. Embark On a Culinary Adventure
When it comes to food, there are many options available in Ampang Jaya due to its diverse expat community. Visitors and residents can enjoy authentic Afghan cuisine at The Ghan Restaurant, or visit Taman Dagang Food Court for a variety of food options in one place.
Coffee lovers will be spoilt for choice in Ampang Jaya as there are many cafés to explore. Rather Good Beans serves artisanal coffee and boasts an extensive menu of delicious gluten-free, organic, and vegetarian food.
They also roast their coffee beans in-house and offer latte art workshops for aspiring baristas.
4. Excellent Shopping Experience
There are many supermarkets and convenience stores that the community in Ampang Jaya can visit for daily essentials and groceries, such as Kuala Ampang Market and Pasar Ampang Indah.
There are also numerous pasar malams around the area in their respective housing estates.
For those looking for a more comfortable shopping experience, there is the Giant Supermarket in Ampang Point, Pasaraya Hero, and AEON Big Ampang, all of which are within a close 10km radius.
Ampang Point Shopping Centre is another popular place to visit with numerous eateries and retail shops.
5. Convenient Facilities Nearby
Many families prefer living in Ampang Jaya because of the numerous schools nearby. Public schools include SJKT Ampang, Sekolah Kebangsaan Ampang, and SMK Bandar Baru Ampang.
There is also the Stella Maris Primary School, a private school located along the MRR2 and the reputed International School of Kuala Lumpur (ISKL).
The township is also home to numerous medical facilities, such as Ampang Hospital, KPJ Ampang Puteri Specialist Hospital and many other private and community clinics. Gleneagles Medical Centre, which offers world-class medical services, is also nearby.
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A Vibrant and Lively City in Malaysia
Ampang Jaya is an established township with a good mix of amenities and facilities such as schools, retail, food, and more.
Tenants looking to live in Ampang Jaya can download Rumah-i’s Home Renting App, available on Google Play and the App Store for a seamless renting experience.
