Cheras spans KL and Selangor, mixing older landed estates with a booming MRT-corridor condo market — here is what renovation costs and what to plan for.
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Cheras is one of the Klang Valley's most sprawling and varied corridors. It is important to understand that "Cheras" is not a single administrative area — it straddles the Kuala Lumpur / Selangor boundary and is served by three different local councils:
Knowing your correct local authority matters for permit submissions. Your land title will state the state (Federal Territory or Selangor) and the relevant council. If in doubt, check your cukai pintu (assessment tax) bill — the issuing authority is your local council.
Cheras's length and development history create a wide mix of property ages and types:
| Property type & area | Typical build era | Key renovation needs | Indicative full reno cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Older landed terrace / flat (Taman Midah, Taman Pertama, Miharja) | 1970s – 1990s | Rewiring, re-piping, waterproofing, full retiling, kitchen | RM65,000 – RM160,000 |
| Taman Connaught double-storey terrace | 1990s – 2005 | Kitchen upgrade, bathroom remodel, flooring, painting | RM60,000 – RM135,000 |
| MRT-corridor condo (Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Taman Suntex) | 2000s – 2015 | Kitchen, bathrooms, carpentry, flooring | RM40,000 – RM90,000 |
| Newer high-rise (along MRT Putrajaya / Kajang lines) | 2015 – present | Cosmetic upgrade, feature wall, carpentry | RM35,000 – RM75,000 |
| Semi-D & bungalow (Sg Long, Bandar Mahkota Cheras) | 2000s onwards | Full interior upgrade, kitchen island, bathroom premium | RM100,000 – RM220,000+ |
| Scope | Older landed (KL/Selangor side) | MRT-corridor condo | Key cost driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh | RM22,000 – RM50,000 | RM15,000 – RM30,000 | Surface area |
| Mid-range (kitchen + bathrooms + flooring) | RM60,000 – RM120,000 | RM38,000 – RM75,000 | Wet trades, cabinet spec |
| Full renovation incl. rewiring/re-pipe | RM85,000 – RM170,000 | RM55,000 – RM95,000 | Electrical + plumbing age |
| Semi-D full renovation | RM120,000 – RM220,000+ | N/A | Size, specification |
Use our renovation cost calculator → for a quick estimate.
The older parts of Cheras — Taman Midah, Taman Pertama, Miharja and early phases of Taman Connaught — contain landed stock from the 1970s through early 1990s. Many of these homes have been extended informally over the decades and may have a patchwork of wiring generations. Key considerations for renovation:
The opening of the MRT Putrajaya Line (formerly SSP Line) through Cheras, together with the older MRT Kajang Line, has transformed the renovation economics of condos along this corridor. Buildings near Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Taman Naga Emas (TTDI Jaya), Bukit Dukung and down toward Taman Suntex and Sri Petaling now command rental premiums that justify higher renovation investment.
Because Cheras straddles multiple jurisdictions, identifying your correct council is step one before any structural works:
| Area | Likely council | Structural approval process |
|---|---|---|
| Taman Midah, Bandar Sri Permaisuri, Taman Pertama | DBKL | DBKL Building Plan Approval via OSC; KL-based process |
| Taman Connaught, Sg Long, Bandar Mahkota Cheras | MPKj | MPKj OSC; Selangor process, similar to MBSJ |
| Some western-fringe Cheras areas | MBSA | MBSA OSC submission |
Interior cosmetic works (painting, tiling, kitchen, bathrooms, carpentry) do not require council approval under any of these authorities. Structural changes (extensions, additional storeys, removing load-bearing walls) always require Building Plan Approval from the relevant council. Check your cukai pintu bill or land title for confirmation of jurisdiction. See our renovation permit guide → for details.
Cheras has a high density of strata properties, particularly along the MRT corridor. All condo and strata owners must obtain written management / JMB approval before renovation works begin, per the Strata Management Act 2013. Most Cheras buildings require:
See our strata renovation rules guide → for the complete framework.
Sungai Long (Sg Long) and Bandar Mahkota Cheras are often included in the broader Cheras market but represent a distinctly different tier. These township estates (largely 2000s–2015 development) feature larger semi-D and detached houses on generous plots, and are popular with professionals who want more space than KL condos offer at a fraction of the Mont Kiara or Bangsar price premium.
Renovation in Sg Long typically centres on:
MPKj is the relevant council for permit submissions in this area.
See our contractor checklist → for the full guide.
An illustrative mid-range renovation budget for a 1,500 sq ft double-storey terrace in Taman Connaught (early 2000s build):
| Item | Indicative cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen (wet + dry, MR plywood, quartz worktop) | RM28,000 | 50 sq ft kitchen area |
| 3 bathrooms (full remodel + waterproofing) | RM33,000 | RM11k each |
| Floor retiling (ground floor) | RM11,000 | 60×60 porcelain, ~750 sq ft |
| Built-in carpentry (wardrobes + TV wall) | RM18,000 | 3 bedrooms |
| Painting (full house interior) | RM9,000 | 2 coats premium paint |
| Electrical upgrade (DB board, extra circuits) | RM7,000 | No full rewire needed |
| Contingency (10%) | RM10,600 | Standard buffer |
| Total | ~RM116,600 | Indicative only |
For an older 1980s property in Taman Midah requiring full rewiring and re-piping, add RM18,000–RM28,000 to the above.
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