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The Lantern

Bangsar, Kuala LumpurServiced Residence

The Lantern is a freehold serviced residence in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur by CDC Asset Management. Market reference RM 814K-1.596M for 570-1092 sqft, 180 units, completion Q4 2026. Lewis can help you…

Price From:RM 814K-1.596MBuilt-up:570-1092 sqftTenure:FreeholdCompletion:Q4 2026Nearest MRT / LRT:MRT
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Price from

S$254,782

Price per unit of area

S$446.99 / sq ft

Indicative only, at rates as of 12 August 2026 · Bank Negara Malaysia and market mid-rates

The Lantern serviced residence project view in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Quick Project Decision

The short answer first — then dig into photos, price and risk below.

Good investment?

The Lantern is a freehold serviced residence in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur, by CDC Asset Management, priced from RM 814,000 (570-1092 sqft), completing Q4 2026, with an estimated gross rental yield of 4.1%–4.8%. Lewis Chong rates it 7.7/10 — a conditional buy. Worth studying, but only after confirming transaction evidence, rent, supply and unit selection.

Best for

Investor. Long-term holding / Transit access / Rental audience.

Project snapshot

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Project Details Table

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Project Name

The Lantern

Location

Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Developer

CDC Asset Management

Tenure

Freehold

Completion Year

Q4 2026

Price From

RM 814K-1.596M

Built-up Range

570-1092 sqft

Bedrooms

1-3

Maintenance Fee

RM0.72/psf

Total Units

180

Nearest MRT / LRT

MRT

Key selling points

A clean first scan of the project before you compare package, layout and risk.

Price and unit guide

Use these numbers as a shortlist guide for unit comparison.

3 investment scenarios

A simple stress test factoring in vacancy buffer, rental guide and monthly holding guide.

Scenario

Conservative

Monthly Rent

RM 2,800

Cash Gap

-RM 1,317
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Gross Yield

4.1%

Vacancy Buffer

2 months / year

Monthly Holding

RM 3,650

What it means

Stress-test case. Use this when you want more buffer for vacancy, furnishing and rental competition.

Scenario

Balanced

Monthly Rent

RM 3,050

Cash Gap

-RM 854
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Gross Yield

4.5%

Vacancy Buffer

1 month / year

Monthly Holding

RM 3,650

What it means

Base planning case. Useful for checking whether the project still feels comfortable after normal vacancy buffer.

Scenario

Optimistic

Monthly Rent

RM 3,250

Cash Gap

-RM 535
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Gross Yield

4.8%

Vacancy Buffer

0.5 month / year

Monthly Holding

RM 3,650

What it means

Upside case. Only use after checking strong furnished rental evidence and tenant demand.

This is a decision guide, not a guaranteed return. It excludes personal tax, insurance, special assessment and future rate changes.

Rent figures are benchmark estimates pending verification against current nearby listings and Brickz / EdgeProp / NAPIC transaction evidence — this site does not invent transacted prices.

Cost and affordability check

Hidden cost guide

SPA / legal buffer (SPA = Sale & Purchase Agreement)RM 8,140
Stamp duty bufferRM 24,420
Loan agreement bufferRM 4,070
Renovation / move-in bufferRM 20,350

Confirm nett price, rebate and booking terms before paying.

Estimated cash to start

RM 81,400 down payment + RM 56,980 upfront buffers

The cash buffer figure shown in the calculator below already includes these upfront buffers.

Instalment assumes 90% margin, 4.2% p.a., 35 years — indicative of the current Bank Negara OPR environment; confirm actual rates with your bank.

Monthly Holding Cost

Quick guide only. Lewis can help check a more realistic bank package before you book.

Estimated instalment

RM 3,332

Maintenance guide

RM 200

Sinking fund guide

RM 20

Assessment & quit rent guide

RM 98

Monthly holding guide

RM 3,650

Cash buffer guide

RM 118,030

Instalment assumes 90% margin, 4.2% p.a., 35 years — indicative of the current Bank Negara OPR environment; confirm actual rates with your bank.

Same-area price comparison

Compare asking prices of nearby new launches in the same area and state for market context.

ProjectProperty TypeTenurePrice From
The LanternCurrentServiced ResidenceFreeholdRM 814,000
Khaya ResidenceServiced ResidenceLeaseholdRM 877,000
Bangsar Hill Park (Talisa)CondominiumFreeholdRM 914,000
TalisaCondominiumLeaseholdRM 914,000
Bnagsar 38Serviced ResidenceLeaseholdRM 686,000

Location intelligence

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Nearest MRT / LRT

MRT

Nearest commercial hub

Bangsar

Lewis investment analysis

Lewis's honest take: overall score, realistic rental yield, the main risks, and which alternatives to compare before you decide.

Worth studying, but only after confirming transaction evidence, rent, supply and unit selection.

Suitable for

InvestorLong-Term HolderTransit-Focused Buyer

Avoid if

Short-Term FlipperBuyer needing immediate move-in

May not suit buyers who need to move in immediately or inspect the exact completed unit.

May not suit families who prioritise school and park convenience above all else.

Risk

Low-Medium

Holding Period

5-8 years

Confidence

7.9/10

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FAQ and enquiry

Common buyer questions, related projects and a shorter enquiry form for next-step checks.

Buyer questions

The current market reference lists CDC Asset Management as the developer. The Lantern is in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur with completion reference Q4 2026.

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