Sabah, Malaysia

Sabah is one of the two states located in East Malaysia, occupying a significant portion of the Borneo region. This state is a renowned tourist hotspot globally, featuring Mount Kinabalu, the tallest mountain in Southeast Asia, and some of the world's best diving locations. Sabah's population of approximately 3.5 million is diverse, comprising ethnic groups such as Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, Chinese, Malays, Murut, Filipinos, and Indonesians. Notably, Christianity is the major religion in this region, practiced widely among Sabah's indigenous communities.

The real estate market in Sabah is relatively vibrant compared to its East Malaysian counterpart, Sarawak, with particularly high activity in the capital city, Kota Kinabalu. Although property prices in Sabah are generally lower than in West Malaysia, foreign buyers are only permitted to purchase properties priced above RM1 million.

The following shows the residential property transactions in Sabah over the last few years:

Sabah's economy predominantly relies on tourism, given its global recognition as a destination with remarkable tourist attractions and its tropical climate enjoyed all year round. Mount Kinabalu, attracting climbers and hikers worldwide, and Sipadan Island, one of the world's best diving spots, are prime examples. Unfortunately, there has been a recent increase in kidnapping incidents involving Chinese tourists, leading to a significant drop in Chinese tourist arrivals. Despite these challenges, Sabah continues to be a sought-after destination for travellers globally, promising diverse natural beauty and adventure.

Latest Sabah sale listings:

DateProperty TypeBuilt-upPrice
TodaySemi-Detached2,000 sfRM1,230,000
TodaySemi-Detached1,957 sfRM900,000
TodaySemi-Detached3,845 sfRM882,000
TodayCondominium1,305 sfRM810,000
TodayApartment517 sfRM562,000
TodayTerrace-NA-RM270,000
TodayTerrace-NA-RM320,000
TodayCondominium2,615 sfRM702,000
YesterdayTerrace785 sfRM230,000
YesterdayBungalow-NA-RM1,200,000

Latest Sabah rental listings:

DateProperty TypeBuilt-upRental
TodayCondominium1,494 sfRM900
TodayCondominium1,060 sfRM1,500
TodayRetail1,200 sfRM3,200
7 Sep 2023Terrace2,100 sfRM1,700
7 Sep 2023Studio1,244 sfRM500
2 Sep 2023Duplex1,250 sfRM2,400
1 Sep 2023Retail1,500 sfRM2,200
2 Sep 2023Condominium573 sfRM550
2 Sep 2023Condominium745 sfRM550
2 Sep 2023Condominium642 sfRM500
19 user comments on Sabah
Nurul
14 Apr 2020 @ 3:44 PM

This apartment has a limited parking space which is only one car allowed per unit. There is a mini market and a few eateries nearby this apartment.

The entrance road to this apartment is very bad with many potholes. The apartment is not well-maintained due to slow actions from the management.

Nurul
14 Apr 2020 @ 4:20 PM

This apartment is located near to the industrial area. There are shop lots around here that provide amenities such as convenience store and eateries.

Nurul
15 Apr 2020 @ 4:38 PM

This apartment has poor building maintenance and management. It is located near the Kota Kinabalu International Airport and there are shop lots nearby that provide amenities such as convenience stores, eateries and supermarkets.

Nurul
15 Apr 2020 @ 6:25 PM

This apartment has a limited parking space with only one car per unit. It is located near the Kota Kinabalu town and there are several schools around this apartment.

Nurul
15 Apr 2020 @ 6:49 PM

The environment of this apartment is quiet and calm as it is located in the low density community. There are several industrial areas nearby.

The environment of this apartment is quite noisy as it is located near to the main road with busy traffic. There is a primary and secondary school located next to this apartment.

Nurul
16 Apr 2020 @ 4:39 PM

The main road to its main entrance usually has high traffic during peak hour. This apartment has a limited parking space and the residents have difficulty finding available parking space at night.

Nurul
16 Apr 2020 @ 5:37 PM

The residential area is located near the shop lots that provide amenities such as convenience stores, eateries, and supermarkets. There is a main road that connects to the Kota Kinabalu town next to this residential area.

It is a huge area of low-rise property units. There are several shop lots in this area that provide amenities such as eateries and mini market.

Nurul
17 Apr 2020 @ 7:18 PM

This apartment is located in a relatively remote area and quite far from the Kota Kinabalu town. The environment in this area is calm and has greenery views.

The environment in this condominium is quite noisy as it is located next to the Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Most units in this condominium serve as temporary accommodation for those who have flight on the next day.

Nurul
20 Apr 2020 @ 6:49 PM

It is a landed residential area that is located near the main road to Kota Kinabalu town and the environment in this area is quite calm.

Nurul
20 Apr 2020 @ 7:22 PM

This apartment has a tight security with well-managed facilities. It is located near the church, golf clubs, schools, and supermarkets.

Nurul
20 Apr 2020 @ 7:32 PM

This apartment is located near the Kota Kinabalu town and there are few schools next to this area. It has a limited parking space for the visitors.

Nurul
21 Apr 2020 @ 7:09 PM

It is located a bit far from the town and next to a huge village. This apartment has low security controls and the environment is quite noisy as it is located next to the main road.

I wish to have more information on this property.

Ada rumah sewa ka.? Berdekatan tmn winley estate.. or dekat rumah sewa kg. Dekat belia tu?

What is the market value at the moment?