Bukit Gambier, Gelugor · Completed 2018 · Subsale
Arte S
Two freehold serviced apartment towers at Bukit Gambier near Universiti Sains Malaysia, with a 49-storey tower that was among the island’s tallest at completion and units listed from about RM480,000.
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Arte S at a glance
Every figure here comes from the developer, the government housing register or the property records named at the foot of the page. Where sources disagree, the range is shown. Where nobody has published a number, it is not on this page.
Development
Arte S
By Arte Corp, formerly Nusmetro
Address
Jalan Bukit Gambir
11700 Gelugor, Penang
Tenure
Freehold
Commercial strata title
Completed
2018
Wikipedia gives May 2018
Towers
2 towers
Records differ on heights: 27–35 and 49–51 storeys
Units
About 400
Records range from 326 to 480
Layouts
About 1,262–1,370 sq ft at launch
Listings also show smaller and larger units
Foreign buyers
Generally not eligible
Asking prices are mostly below RM1 million
Why this address
Four things buyers weigh at Arte S
A distinctive tower near the university belt. Here is the case, and the catch.
Near USM and the bridge
Universiti Sains Malaysia, Bukit Gambier schools and the Penang Bridge (about 5 km) are close, which supports steady tenant demand.
Freehold below RM1 million
Units are listed from about RM480,000 to RM719,000, a freehold entry point for Malaysian families on the island.
Sea and bridge views
The taller tower has a four-storey recreation structure high up, and upper floors look over the channel.
What to weigh: density and title
The launch review flagged dense living on limited land. A commercial title can mean higher utility and assessment rates than a residential one, so check the bills.
The development
Arte S, decoded
Two towers on about 2.5 acres. Records differ on the unit count and tower heights, so check the strata plan.
The towers
Facilities
As listed on StarProperty and PropertyGuru; the recreation structure is on Tower B’s upper floors.
Water
Pool
- Swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna
Active
Fitness
- Gymnasium
- Sky garden
Residents
Shared spaces
- Clubhouse and lounge
- Multi-level car park
- Drop-off point
- 24-hour security
Where the project is now
Layouts
All 4 Arte S layouts
4 layout types, from 584 to 5,560 sq ft. Sizes from the developer’s published plans, checked October 2026. Other layouts may exist; ask for the full list. Tap any layout and the drawing comes to your WhatsApp.
Typical intermediate (launch) — 1,262 sq ft
2 bed 2 bath · 1,262 sq ft
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Typical corner (launch) — 1,370 sq ft
2 bed 2 bath · 1,370 sq ft
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Price and rent by layout
What each layout is asking at Arte S
Asking prices and rents seen on PropertyGuru in October 2026, matched to each layout by size. Asking prices are not sale prices; compare them with the recorded transactions above.
| Layout | Size | Asking price | Asking rent | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smallest unit | 584 sq ft | RM480,000 | – | 1 |
| Typical intermediate (launch) | 1,262 sq ft | RM660,000–850,000 | RM2,200–3,000/mo | 6 |
| Typical corner (launch) | 1,370 sq ft | RM600,000–950,000 | RM2,400–2,700/mo | 8 |
| – | about 600–700 sq ft | RM440,000–449,000 | RM2,300/mo | 3 |
| – | about 700–800 sq ft | RM480,000 | RM2,200/mo | 4 |
| – | about 1,100–1,200 sq ft | – | RM3,000/mo | 1 |
| – | about 1,400–1,500 sq ft | RM650,000–728,000 | RM2,300–3,000/mo | 10 |
| – | about 1,500–1,600 sq ft | RM750,000–800,000 | RM2,200–3,000/mo | 4 |
| – | about 1,600–1,700 sq ft | RM680,000 | RM2,900/mo | 3 |
Location & connectivity
Where Arte S sits
Jalan Bukit Gambir, 11700 Gelugor, Penang.
The recorded numbers
The price numbers
Recorded sales and asking prices are different things. Transacted figures come from deals recorded with the government valuation department; asking figures are what owners or the developer are listing at.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Launch price 2+1 bedrooms | From RM850,000 | StarProperty review |
| Asking price for sale | RM480k–719k · about RM429–828 psf | PropertyGuru listings, Oct 2026 |
| Asking rent 2 and 3 bedrooms | About RM2,000–3,200 a month | PropertyGuru listings, Oct 2026 |
We could not find a published median transacted price for Arte S, so ask Jason for recorded sales in the building before you offer. Listing figures are asking prices.
Track record
About Arte Corp
Arte S was developed by the group now known as Arte Corp, formerly Nusmetro, and completed in 2018.
The towers were designed by the architecture firm SPARK, and the project won Best Apartment of the Year at the 13th Kinpan Awards, according to Wikipedia.
Around the building
What is near Arte S
The closest places on the map, measured in a straight line from the building. Driving distances are longer.
🚉 Getting around
- Sungai Nibong Bus Terminal~2.0 km
- Bayan Baru Bus Terminal~3.9 km
🛍️ Malls
- Bukit Jambul Complex~2.8 km
- Udini Square~3.2 km
- Queensbay Mall~3.3 km
🎓 Schools
- SMK Bukit Jambul~1.2 km
- SMK Bukit Gambir~1.3 km
- SK Bukit Gambir~1.3 km
- SJK (T) Subramaniya Barathee~1.4 km
🏛️ Colleges and universities
- University of Science, Malaysia~800 m
- PPIK~1.3 km
- School of Humanities~1.3 km
🏥 Hospitals
- Spinecare Chiropractic Penang~3.2 km
- Klinik Pergigian L~3.4 km
- Hospital Lam Wah Ee~3.8 km
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Names as recorded on the map; check opening and enrolment details yourself.
Is it for you?
Which kind of buyer are you?
The same building suits different people for different reasons. Pick the line that sounds like you.
🏠 Living here yourself
Layouts here run from about 584 to 5,560 sq ft. Ask me which stacks get the better view and the least afternoon sun; that changes the price more than the floor.
💰 Buying to rent out
Compare the recorded rents in "The price numbers" above with the instalment on your loan. Smaller layouts usually rent faster; larger ones hold tenants longer.
👨👩👧 Family with children
Check the school and clinic distances in the location section, the number of car parks per unit and how busy the lifts are at 7.30 am.
✈️ Buying from overseas
Foreigners can only buy above the state minimum price and pay 8% stamp duty from 2026. Ask me which units here qualify before you shortlist.
Straight talk
What I will not hide from you
Every project has trade-offs. These are the ones I would want to know before paying a deposit.
- ⚠️ A newer project, so many owners are renting out at the same time. Expect competition for tenants for the first few years.
- ⚠️ Serviced apartments usually sit on commercial land. Utility tariffs and some loan terms can be less favourable than for a residential title.
- ⚠️ Asking prices are not sale prices. Compare any offer with the recorded transacted price per sq ft above before you commit.
The real cost
What buying here costs in 2026
Worked example for a unit at RM720,000, around the typical asking price here. Your figures will differ with the price and the bank.
| Malaysian buyer (90% loan) | Foreign buyer (70% loan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | RM720,000 | RM720,000 |
| Down payment | RM72,000 | RM216,000 |
| Loan amount | RM648,000 | RM504,000 |
| Stamp duty on transfer (MOT) | RM15,600 | RM57,600 |
| Stamp duty on loan (0.5%) | RM3,240 | RM2,520 |
| Lawyer, sale agreement (incl. 8% SST) | RM9,126 | RM9,126 |
| Lawyer, loan agreement (incl. 8% SST) | RM8,348 | RM6,793 |
| Cash needed before keys | RM108,314 | RM292,039 |
| State consent fee for foreigners | – | Set by each state; ask me for the figure |
Estimates only. Stamp duty: 1–4% tiers for Malaysians and PRs, 8% flat for foreigners from 1 Jan 2026. Legal fees follow the Solicitors’ Remuneration Order 2023. First-time Malaysian buyers of homes up to RM500,000 may get a stamp duty exemption until 2027. Valuation, disbursements and moving costs are not included.
Get these numbers for a real unitCalculate my exact costs →Straight answers
Frequently asked questions
Is Arte S freehold?
Yes. It is freehold on a commercial strata title.
When was Arte S completed?
In 2018. Construction started in 2015 and the towers topped out in 2017.
How much does Arte S rent for?
Listed rents are about RM2,000 to RM3,200 a month for 2- and 3-bedroom units.
Can a foreigner buy here?
On Penang Island a foreigner can generally buy a strata home priced at RM1 million or more (RM3 million for landed homes), with state consent from the Penang Land and Mines Office. The state charges an approval levy of 3% of the price, reduced to 1.5% for island strata homes priced between RM1 million and RM1.5 million, and a foreign owner may resell only after three years from the SPA date. Stamp duty on the transfer of a home is a flat 8% for foreign buyers from 1 January 2026.
Berapa harga Arte S di Gelugor?
Harga tawaran semasa sekitar RM480,000 hingga RM719,000 (PropertyGuru, Okt 2026). Hartanah ini pegangan bebas dan siap pada 2018.
Arte S 价格多少？
目前挂牌价约RM48万至RM71.9万（PropertyGuru，2026年10月），月租约RM2,000至RM3,200。永久地契，2018年完工。
How much cash do I need to buy at Arte S?
For a unit at RM720,000,, a Malaysian buyer with a 90% loan needs about RM6,793 before getting the keys, covering the down payment, stamp duty and legal fees. A foreign buyer with a 70% loan needs about RM108,314, before the state consent fee. The full table is in "What buying here costs in 2026".
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Get the current price list and units available at Arte S
Prices move and the better units go first. Tell me your budget and whether you are buying to live in or to rent out, and I will send back the units that fit, not a generic brochure.
Buying, selling or renting: one conversation, no obligation.
Jason Lim
10 years in Malaysian property · Johor Bahru & Kuala Lumpur · REN 84424 · IQI Realty Sdn. Bhd. E (1) 1584/6
I work with local families, investors and buyers from Singapore and overseas. If a project is not right for what you need, I will say so; that is usually worth more than the brochure.