The Hub, SS2 is a commercial development over 2.5 acres of freehold land in Jalan Harapan, SS2, Petaling Jaya by prominent developer Selangor Dredging Berhad (SDB). The development is expected to be completed in 2018. It is located right behind Ameera Residences and Five Stones, two high end condominiums. This development consists of a 44-storey tower and 13 blocks of 4-storey shop offices, featuring extensive facilities including a rooftop swimming pool, gymnasium and a garden lounge. The signature office suites have built ups ranging from 514 sf – 1,313 sf over one or two storeys, whereas the retail offices have built ups of 6,965 sf, 7,115 sf & 7,771 sf. In terms of price at launch, the signature office suites start from RM555,800, whereas the retail offices start from RM6,602,800.The Hub, as with all high end office suites, would feature 24-hour security patrolling the area with CCTV facilities. Security is to be further enhanced with card access at the lobby, and card access to dedicated floors. A swimming pool, Jacuzzi and a shallow pool is located in the 42nd floor, which is the rooftop deck area. A full sized gymnasium is located on the 40th and 41st floor. A total of 7 banks are conveniently situated within 2 kilometres of The Hub. The SS2 Mall which is known for being a food supermarket is just across the street. The Tropicana City Mall, an award winning mall, along with Jaya One, is within walking distance, being less than 2 kilometres away as well. Other malls such as One Utama and Paradigm Mall is within comfortable driving range.The Hub is centrally located in SS2 and offers easy access to three highways, which are namely the Lebuhraya Damansara Puchong (LDP), the Sprint Highway, and the Federal Highway. Taman Paramount LRT, Taman Bahagia LRT and Jaya LRT station are nearby but not within walking distance. Two other MRT stations are in the developing stages as of 2013, which are the Section 16 MRT station and the TTDI MRT station.
Property Details
Name: The Hub Address: Jalan Harapan, SS2, Petaling Jaya, Selangor Developer: SDB Properties Completion Date: 2018 (estimate) Type: Office Suite & Retail Office Tenure: Freehold No. of Blocks Office Suite: 1 Retail Office: 13 No. of Storeys Office Suite: 44 Retail Office: 4 No. of Units Office Suite: 275 Land Area: 2.5 acres Built-up Office Suite (517 sf – 1313 sf) Retail Office (6965 sf, 7115 sf & 7771 sf) Maintenance Fee Office Suite: RM0.40 psf + 10% sinking fund Retail Office: RM0.30 psf + 10% sinking fund Launch Price: Office Suite: From RM555,800 Retail Office: From RM6,602,800 Layouts
Office Suite Type A1 - A3 2 storeys (2 rooms)
969 sf - 1,012 sf
Type A4 2 storeys (1 room)
786 sf
Type B1 & B2 1 storey (2 rooms)
1,292 sf & 1,313 sf
Type C1 - C3 1 storey (1 room)
657 sf & 667 sf
Type C4 Microflat
517 sf
Retail offices 6965 sf , 7115 sf & 7771 sfFacilities
Swimming pool Jacuzzi Shallow pool Rooftop deck area Gymnasium 24 hour security with CCTV Card access main entrance Private lifts with card access Audio intercoms connected to lobby reception Rooftop garden (for Retail Office only)Analysis
A developer's reputation weighs heavily and is one of the more pivotal considerations for a potential property buyer. SDB Properties, being a subsidiary of Selangor Dredging has blazed an excellent track record with numerous successful developments over the years. The company has consistently won development awards since 2004. Over the years, SDB Properties has grown to become a property oriented company, making its mark in hotel and property management, as well as leasing and property development. The location of the development is rather vibrant and populated, making this development ideal as it is a commercial development. Being located in a mature neighborhood, a high level of congestion is to be expected as recent years have seen numerous developments take place within the area of SS2. There are indeed proposals to change the road plans for quite some time as the congestion is unbearable in peak hours for some. Despite all the plans and proposals, amendment of the roads have yet to take place.Although there is no doubt that SDB is an established developer, there were numerous claims that poor workmanship on their part gave birth to many disgruntled buyers. The overall quality of the delivered properties was deemed to be less than satisfactory. Although whether the same case could be said for The Hub remains to be seen, buyers should never the less, be aware of these claims. However, looking at the fundamentals of the location itself; it is hard to go wrong with a buy at this highly sought-after location.
