Seller guide · Kuala Lumpur
Selling your property in Kuala Lumpur
What you receive depends on the agent fee, legal fee, Real Property Gains Tax and what is still owed to the bank. This guide sets out each cost, the usual timeline and the recorded prices in Kuala Lumpur, so you can price with evidence.
Seller costs
What comes off the sale price
| Cost | Typical amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Agent fee | Up to 3% plus 8% SST | Maximum allowed by the Board of Valuers, Appraisers, Estate Agents and Property Managers; agreed in writing. |
| Your lawyer’s fee | 1.25% of the first RM500,000, 1% of the next RM7 million, plus SST | Solicitors’ Remuneration Order 2023; minimum RM500. |
| RPGT | 0% to 30% of the gain | Depends on how long you have owned it; see below. |
| Loan redemption | Outstanding loan plus any early settlement fee | Check your loan’s lock-in period. |
| Outstanding bills | Maintenance, sinking fund, quit rent, assessment | Settled or apportioned to completion. |
Tax
RPGT: how long you have owned it matters
| Year of disposal | Citizen or PR | Malaysian company | Foreigner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Within 3 years | 30% | 30% | 30% |
| 4th year | 20% | 20% | 30% |
| 5th year | 15% | 15% | 30% |
| 6th year onwards | 0% | 10% | 10% |
Real Property Gains Tax on the chargeable gain. Individuals also get an exemption of RM10,000 or 10% of the gain, whichever is higher.
At the SPA the buyer’s lawyer holds back 3% of the price (7% if the seller is not a Malaysian citizen or PR) and pays it to LHDN towards your RPGT. You file the RPGT return within 60 days of the SPA; any balance is refunded.
Kuala Lumpur rules
What applies to foreign buyers and sellers in Kuala Lumpur
State rules as summarised on the Kuala Lumpur property page; confirm the current position with your lawyer before you sign.
Minimum price: RM1 million
Foreign buyers may buy residential property in Kuala Lumpur only at RM1 million or more, and not low-cost, affordable or Bumiputera-quota units.
State consent from PTGWP
Every purchase by a foreigner needs consent from the Federal Territories Land and Mines Office (Pejabat Tanah dan Galian Wilayah Persekutuan), applied for through your lawyer.
8% stamp duty on homes from 1 January 2026
Federal rule: transfers of residential property to non-citizens and foreign companies (not permanent residents) pay a flat 8% stamp duty.
Price evidence
What units sell for in Kuala Lumpur
Recorded transactions for projects on this site, as cited on each project page. A price set on evidence sells faster than one set on portal asking prices.
| Project | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Eaton Residences | RM1,591 psf · typical RM1,549–1,689 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| Pavilion Residences | RM1,492 psf · typical RM1,377–1,610 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| TRX Residences | RM2,291 psf · typical RM2,115–2,430 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| The Sentral Residences | RM1,114 psf · typical RM961–1,218 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| Arcoris Residences | RM1,126 psf · range RM943–1,242 psf median, 2023–2026 | iProperty, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| Vogue Suites One | RM1,018 psf · range RM888–1,143 psf median, 2023–2026 | iProperty, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| M Vertica | RM747 psf (down about 6.6%) median, 2023–2026 | iProperty, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| The Park Sky Residence | RM958 psf · typical RM891–1,034 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, viewed 2 Oct 2026 |
| 28 Mont Kiara | RM1,980,000 · RM781 psf 4 bed, 2,535 sq ft, high floor | EdgeProp Done Deal, Jan 2025 |
| Arte Plus | RM841 psf (middle range RM523–948 psf), last 48 months median, recorded sales | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| Banyan Tree Signatures | about RM2,065 psf average, 18 sales | EdgeProp report (Nov 2019), sales in 2018 |
| Bukit Bintang City Centre | about RM1,773 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp project data, Oct 2026 |
| Damai Residence @ Kuala Lumpur | about RM670 psf · range RM584–691 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, Oct 2026 |
| Four Seasons Place Kuala Lumpur | about RM3,000 psf · most sales RM2,782–3,143 psf median, all sizes | EdgeProp, past 48 months to Oct 2026 |
| Kiara 1888 | RM800,000 · RM489 psf 3+1 bed, 1,636 sq ft, high floor | EdgeProp Done Deal, Dec 2017 |
| Le Nouvel KLCC | about RM2,780 psf · most sales RM2,030–3,309 psf median, all sizes | EdgeProp, past 48 months to Oct 2026 |
| Nadi Bangsar | RM941,000 · RM1,330 psf average of 5 sales, 2019 | EdgeProp, published Apr 2021 |
| Pavilion Hilltop Mont Kiara | RM1,220,000 · about RM1,017 psf 3 bed, 1,200 sq ft, mid floor | EdgeProp Done Deal, Jan 2019 |
| Platinum Arena | RM614 psf (middle range RM560–658 psf), last 48 months median, recorded sales | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| Sentral Suites | RM1,132 – RM1,325 psf · average about RM1,186 psf EdgeProp sold range | EdgeProp, Oct 2026 |
| SkyMeridien Residences | RM683 psf (middle range RM648–707 psf), last 48 months median, recorded sales | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| Southbank 2 Residence | RM574 psf (middle range RM543–783 psf), last 48 months median, whole Southbank Residence | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| Star Residences | about RM1,915 psf · most sales RM1,640–2,074 psf median, all sizes | EdgeProp, past 48 months to Oct 2026 |
| The Goodwood Residence | RM849 – RM871 psf · median about RM858 psf EdgeProp sold range, last 48 months | EdgeProp, Oct 2026 |
| The Rainz | RM614 psf (middle range RM592–650 psf), last 48 months median, recorded sales | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| The Ritz-Carlton Residences Kuala Lumpur | about RM2,428 psf · most sales RM2,263–2,575 psf median, all sizes | EdgeProp, past 48 months to Oct 2026 |
| The Troika | about RM984 psf · most sales RM863–1,074 psf median, all sizes | EdgeProp, past 48 months to Oct 2026 |
| Tria Seputeh | about RM955 psf · range RM871–1,029 psf median, last 48 months | EdgeProp, Oct 2026 |
| Trion @ KL | RM718 psf (middle range RM655–778 psf), last 48 months median, recorded sales | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| Twin Arkz | RM746 psf (middle range RM687–794 psf), last 48 months median, recorded sales | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| United Point Residence | RM679 psf (middle range RM611–698 psf), last 48 months median | EdgeProp project page, Oct 2026 |
| Verve Suites Mont Kiara | RM771,714 · RM1,027 psf average, 4Q2018 | EdgeProp, published Apr 2019 |
Transacted figures from EdgeProp, Brickz or NAPIC as cited on each project page.
Timeline
Steps to sell
- Valuation and pricing (1–3 days): recorded prices, an asking price and the agent fee agreed in writing.
- Marketing and viewings (typically 1–3 months, depending on price and condition).
- Offer and earnest deposit (2–3%) from a buyer whose loan eligibility has been checked.
- SPA signed within about 14 days; the buyer pays the balance of the 10% deposit and the RPGT retention is held.
- Completion usually 3 months from the SPA or state consent, plus a 1-month extension if needed; your loan is redeemed and the balance released.
Straight answers
Frequently asked questions
How much RPGT do I pay if I sell in Kuala Lumpur?
RPGT is a federal tax and the same in every state: 30% of the gain within three years, then 20%, 15% and 0% for Malaysian individuals from the sixth year. Foreigners pay 30% within five years and 10% after.
How long does it take to sell a property in Kuala Lumpur?
Marketing usually takes one to three months for a well-priced unit, then about three months from the SPA to completion, longer if the buyer needs state consent.
Can a foreign owner sell to another foreigner?
Yes, if the buyer meets the Kuala Lumpur rules for foreign buyers (Minimum price: RM1 million) and obtains state consent; check any minimum holding period in the state rules above.
Should I sell or rent out?
It depends on your loan, the rent the unit can achieve, how long you have owned it (RPGT) and whether you need the cash. Jason can compare both for your unit.
General information by a registered agent, not legal or tax advice. Rates as published for 2026; your lawyer and LHDN have the final figure. Checked October 2026.
What is your Kuala Lumpur property worth?
Send the project and unit size. I reply with recorded prices for similar units, a realistic asking price and what you would receive after costs.