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Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats)
Mont Kiara is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

1. Mont Kiara

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Neighborhood · 21 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Home to many deluxe bungalows, semi-D's and high-rise condos, some of which a quite luxurious with excellent facilities. Amenities are aplenty, including three international schools (MKIS, GIS, LFKL).

Bangsar is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

2. Bangsar

7.5
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Neighborhood · 53 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: High on the preferred list of many discerning expats, Bangsar's appeal can be attributed to the community-based facilities/amenities placed within walking distance of the cosy residential areas.

Damansara Heights is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

3. Damansara Heights

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Neighborhood · 8 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Also known as Bukit Damansara, it was once dubbed as the Beverly Hills of KL. Located <5km from the city, this much sought-after residential area consists of large detached houses & luxury condos.

Suria KLCC is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

4. Suria KLCC

8.7
Kuala Lumpur City Centre (Jalan Ampang), Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Shopping Mall · Kuala Lumpur City Center · 1384 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Excellent residential choice for those who work within the city centre or enjoy living in close proximity to all the shopping, nightlife and entertainment that KL has to offer. Ultimate convenience!

Desa ParkCity is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

5. Desa ParkCity

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Town · 66 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: An award-winning masterplanned development, DPC is one of the most sought-after townships in KL West with it New Urbanist (gated) community living concept. Has its own central park & commercial area.

6. Bukit Tunku

Home (private) · 2 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Formerly known as Kenny Hills, it is an upper-class elite residential area full of green landscapes. Bukit Tunku hosts many luxury condos and private villas that are home to many politicians and VIPs.

Desa Sri Hartamas is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

7. Desa Sri Hartamas

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Neighborhood · 52 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Popular with expats due to its excellent location, greenery and isolation; despite being only 15mins away from KLCC. This neighbourhood has a "park-feel" and is situated close to a commercial centre.

Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI) is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

8. Taman Tun Dr Ismail (TTDI)

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
Neighborhood · 58 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Fondly referred to as TTDI, it is an affluent major township in Kuala Lumpur consisting of an upper middle class residential area with some commercial development. Easily accessible to both KL and PJ.

Ampang is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

9. Ampang

Kuala Lumpur
City · 40 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Fairly close to KLCC, most of the foreign embassies are close to the KL end of Jalan Ampang and therefore many diplomats choose to live in here. Nearby international schools-- ISKL, Sayfol & Fairview.

Damansara Perdana is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

10. Damansara Perdana

Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Neighborhood · 34 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Damansara Perdana is part of the Golden Triangle of Petaling Jaya and has a mixed development of commercial & residential properties. It is also one of the most exclusive suburbs in the Klang Valley.

Mutiara Damansara is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

11. Mutiara Damansara

Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Neighborhood · 16 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: A highly popular residential+commercial zone that is easily accessible via LDP & Penchala Link. Pockets of land reserved for playgrounds & bicycle tracks linking each residential precinct are built.

Petaling Jaya is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

12. Petaling Jaya

Selangor
City · 63 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Commonly known as PJ, there are plenty of companies located here; and for expats working in this part of the Klang Valley, there is a great range of reasonably priced property to choose from.

Putrajaya is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

13. Putrajaya

WP Putrajaya
City · 113 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: This administrative capital houses most of the federal government buildings. Located in the multimedia super corridor, it has a number of man-made attractions including lakes, gardens & parks.

Cyberjaya is one of Best Areas to Live in KL (for Expats).

14. Cyberjaya

Cyberjaya, Selangor
Neighborhood · 57 tips and reviews

AidaSellsKLAidaSellsKL: Connected to central KL by highways and an express train, Cyberjaya has an increasing number of IT companies and universities. Situated adjoining Putrajaya, it is home to a sizable expat population.