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Cheras South freehold resort residence

AKASA Cheras South

A freehold service residence by Hap Seng Land with resort-style facilities, integrated commercial convenience and practical layouts from 850 sq ft.

AKASA at a glance

Location
Cheras South / Balakong
Built-up size
850 - 2,048 sq ft; selected plans shown to 1,500 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Property type
Service residence
More project facts
Developer
Hap Seng Land
Indicative price
Not confirmed
Completion
Completed May 2021, per Hap Seng's 2021 annual report
Buyer fit
AKASA's advantage is that a completed Cheras South home can be judged in use. For an own-stay buyer, an actual inspection of the facilities, lift journey and unit can be more valuable than a newer project's larger brochure promise.
Key consideration
Completed stock varies by owner, condition and fit-out. A cheaper unit needing work may not be the cheaper move-in choice.
Independent buyer guide by Jack LiewREN 83311 · IQIUpdated 7 October 2026

Artist impressions. Final details may differ.

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Project overview

Is AKASA right for you?

AKASA's advantage is that a completed Cheras South home can be judged in use. For an own-stay buyer, an actual inspection of the facilities, lift journey and unit can be more valuable than a newer project's larger brochure promise.

AKASA is a completed freehold service residence in Cheras South; Hap Seng reports completion in May 2021. Buyers can inspect a real unit, facilities and access, but should verify that unit's condition, monthly charges, parking and asking price rather than assume every home matches the original marketing material.

Hap Seng Land project

Developed by Hap Seng Land Development (Balakong) Sdn Bhd.

Integrated development

The overall development combines residential towers with commercial components for daily convenience.

Large facility deck

Sales materials highlight approximately 150,000 sq ft of facilities across Level 7 and rooftop areas.

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Space and configuration

AKASA floor plans

The selected plans shown here run from 850 to 1,500 sq ft, including a two-bedroom Type A and larger family or dual-key options. The developer describes a wider overall built-up range of 850 to 2,048 sq ft; request the approved plan for a type not shown here.

Price and ownership budget

What does AKASA cost?

A current unit-specific quotation is required before comparing affordability.

Location and real journey

Where is AKASA?

AKASA sits within Cheras South near Balakong, with access toward MRT stations, KTM, The Mines, AEON Cheras Selatan, Columbia Asia Hospital and major highways.

  • MRT stations in Balakong are highlighted within about 2km radius
  • Dedicated shuttle service to nearby MRT, KTM and The Mines Shopping Centre was highlighted in project materials
  • Near AEON Cheras Selatan and Columbia Asia Hospital
  • Connected to Kuala Lumpur and Klang Valley through major roads and highways
AKASA Cheras South location map
Surrounding area: Cheras South. Area search, not a verified project entrance or showroom pin.
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Amenities and daily life

What facilities and conveniences matter here?

AKASA highlights a wide facilities collection including the first man-made sandy beach pool in Cheras, Olympic-length lap pool, gymnasium, sky garden and rooftop social spaces.

Artist impressions show design intent. Final specifications and operating arrangements may differ.

AKASA project photos

AKASA tower exteriorDeveloper gallery image; views and unit condition depend on the chosen unit.

Jack's review

What are the pros and cons of AKASA?

What makes it worth considering?

The selected 850–1,500 sq ft plans allow smaller-household and family comparisons within an existing development; the developer also describes larger homes up to 2,048 sq ft.

What is the trade-off?

Completed stock varies by owner, condition and fit-out. A cheaper unit needing work may not be the cheaper move-in choice.

Desk-based editorial assessment updated 30 September 2026. This is analysis of the published project information, not a claim of a site inspection or achieved rental results. Source dates and unresolved specifications are retained below.

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Compare AKASA with alternatives

Price and practical alternatives

What should you compare with AKASA?

The Maxxon is a family-sized freehold alternative if waiting is acceptable. Levia offers a different Cheras location, so compare the daily route rather than treating both as interchangeable.

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Rental and investment assessment

What would make AKASA work as an investment?

Ask whether the selected unit can compete with rentals already operating in the same building. Actual comparable leases and refurbishment costs are more useful here than a launch-area forecast.

No project-specific market-rent forecast is established by this assessment. Asking rents are not achieved rents; future delivery and an attractive address do not guarantee income.

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AKASA: buyer questions

Is AKASA Cheras South completed?

Yes. Hap Seng's 2021 annual report says Akasa Service Residence was completed in May 2021. Completion of the building does not establish the condition, vacancy or availability of any individual unit.

How large are AKASA's homes?

The developer advertises built-up areas from 850 to 2,048 sq ft. This guide shows selected plans up to 1,500 sq ft; ask for the exact floor plan of any larger unit rather than assume it matches a displayed type.

Is AKASA within walking distance of MRT?

The developer's location material says MRT stations in Balakong are within about a 2 km radius and mentions a shuttle service. A radius is not a verified walking route, and the present shuttle operation should be confirmed before relying on it.

What should I compare before buying an AKASA unit?

Compare the chosen unit's asking price, condition, parking, maintenance and sinking-fund charges with similar completed homes. For own stay, inspect the facilities and actual peak-hour route; for rental, use comparable leases rather than a projected yield.

Which alternatives should I compare with AKASA?

The Maxxon is a family-sized freehold alternative if waiting is acceptable. Levia offers a different Cheras location, so compare the daily route rather than treating both as interchangeable.

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Who prepared this guide

Independent comparison by Jack Liew.

Jack Liew, REN 83311 with IQI, helps Malaysia property buyers compare projects by location, budget, layouts, buyer suitability and the compromises that sales presentations may not emphasise. Current commercial terms are reconfirmed before any booking decision.

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