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Waterstone Residence · Tanjung Bungah, Penang
Waterstone Residence, for long-term living in Tanjung Bungah.
For buyers around RM1.5M who want a larger, lower-density home in a mature coastal neighbourhood, Waterstone is worth shortlisting for own stay, school-family living, retirement or second-home use.
Around RM1.5M budget, looking for a larger home in Tanjung Bungah? Waterstone is worth shortlisting.
Mature northern coastline
Freehold + Residential Title
Family-sized layouts
TenureFreehold
TitleResidential
Density6 units / floor
Size1,334-2,195 sqft
Quick Answer
Quick Answer: Who is Waterstone Residence suitable for?
Waterstone is not positioned as a pure trophy beachfront residence. Its strength is more practical: sea-view options, larger layouts, lower density and the mature Tanjung Bungah lifestyle.
If you are comparing Waterstone, start with your actual use case first: own stay, school-related living, retirement, second home or long-term rental. Only after that should you compare floor level, view direction, layout and latest unit availability.
Buyer Path
The type of buyer you are decides what you should focus on.
Different buyers should look at Waterstone differently: settling in, school routes, retirement pace, or long-term space and title flexibility.
School Families
Daily life matters: school routes, groceries, children’s activity space, parking and family visits.
Retirement / Second Home
Focus on convenience, community quietness, medical distance, market access and everyday coastal living.
Local Upgrade / Asset Planning
Look at title, density, floor level, parking, maintenance fee and long-term usability.
Key Facts
Before judging Waterstone, understand these key facts first.
Facts help you judge whether the tenure, density, space and lifestyle circle fit your long-term living plan.
Freehold + Residential Title
Important foundations for long-stay families, overseas buyers and second-home clients.
2 Blocks, 365 Units
With six units per floor and 4+1 lifts, the overall feel leans more toward a lower-density family residence.
1,334-2,195 Sqft
The question is not only size. It is whether the space works for study, children, visiting parents, storage and daily living.
Sea, Hill & Daily Life
The value is the mature Tanjung Bungah lifestyle: coastal routine, school routes, market access and quieter northern living.
Tanjung Bungah Lifestyle
Why Tanjung Bungah works for long-stay buyers.
Waterstone makes more sense when you look beyond the building itself: school routes, market and groceries, coastal access without feeling isolated, and a quieter residential rhythm.
Tanjung Bungah SeafrontCoastal living matters, but it works best when the area still feels practical for everyday life.
Biru-Biru CafeA nearby seaside cafe adds lifestyle value without making the home feel too far from the city.
School RoutesSchool routes are often one of the first real filters for families considering this area.
Tanjung Bungah MarketMarket access matters because daily groceries shape how easy the week feels.
Daily GroceriesSimple groceries, breakfast stops and small errands are the quiet details that make an area livable.
Balcony / Sea ViewFor many buyers, the view is emotional; the real decision is whether the whole lifestyle fits.
Before You Decide
If you like the pace of life in Tanjung Bungah, Waterstone is worth considering seriously.
First, decide whether Tanjung Bungah suits your lifestyle.
This area suits buyers who want coastal living, but still need schools, groceries, errands and city access to remain practical.
Then, understand why Waterstone is worth a closer look.
For buyers who want everyday coastal living rather than only a beachfront status symbol, Waterstone may make more practical sense: sea-view options, larger layouts and a lower-density feel.
Finally, choose the unit type that fits your actual life.
The best unit is not always the biggest, highest or most expensive. It depends on your family size, budget, floor preference, view direction and how you plan to use the home.
60-second check
Which Waterstone unit type should you look at first?
Answer three quick questions first, and it becomes easier to decide which layout direction to start with.
Question 1 / 3
Why are you considering Tanjung Bungah?
I like a mature coastal neighbourhood; I need schools, market and daily convenience; I want somewhere quiet but not isolated.
Sea view and the feeling of coming home; quiet practicality and budget control; enough space for long-term living.
One or two-person own stay; family long-stay living; second-home use or future flexibility.
Layout Finder
Start here: which layout direction fits you?
Do not rush to view every floor plan at once. First decide whether your priority is sea-view feel, budget control, balanced space, family comfort or a larger home for visiting parents.
Buyer typeStart with
Want sea-view feel but control budgetE2
Prefer quieter and practical unitD2
Want balanced 3-bedroomC2
Long-stay family comfortB2
Larger family / parents visitingA2
Sea-view 3-bedroom
E2: for buyers who want to manage budget while keeping a sea-view feel.
This 1,334 sqft three-bedroom layout suits small families, school families, or buyers who want a sea-view option in Tanjung Bungah without pushing the budget too far.
- Suitable for buyers who want to control total price while keeping sea view
- Three-bedroom setup works better for small families or school-related use
- Floor level, view direction and afternoon sun should be checked
Seaview · Level 9-32E2 · 1,334 sqft
TypeE2
Size1,334 sqft
Room3 bed 2 bath
FitSea-view 3-bedroom
E2 · 1,334 sqft · Sea-view 3-bedroom
For buyers who want to control total price while keeping a sea-view feel. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms can suit small families, school families or second-home use.
D2 · 1,334 sqft · Hill-view 3-bedroom
D2 is more practical, quieter and budget-controlled. If view is not your first priority, compare light, orientation and quietness here.
C2 · 1,388 sqft · Balanced 3-bedroom
C2 gives slightly more flexibility than 1,334 sqft and can suit small families, school families or buyers who need a study or guest room.
B2 · 1,636 sqft · Comfort 3-bedroom
Three bedrooms and three bathrooms are friendlier for long-stay family use, especially when children grow older or parents visit.
A2 · 2,152 sqft · Large 4-bedroom
A2 suits larger households, three-generation living or frequent family visits. It gives the strongest home feel, but total price, management fee and upkeep should be considered together.
FAQ For Buyers
Questions buyers usually ask before shortlisting Waterstone.
These are the questions that usually decide whether Waterstone should stay on your shortlist before you compare actual units, floors and packages.
Is Waterstone Residence freehold?
Yes. Public project information states that Waterstone Residence is a freehold condominium with residential title.
Is Waterstone suitable for overseas buyers?
It can suit certain overseas buyers, especially those considering long-term living, a second home, school-related relocation or retirement.
Can foreigners buy Waterstone?
Yes, but foreign buyers usually need to meet the Penang state minimum purchase threshold and apply for state consent. For Penang Island condominium / strata property, RM1,000,000 and above is commonly used as a reference threshold, subject to the latest policy and lawyer confirmation.
Is Waterstone suitable for rental investment?
Waterstone is more suited to long-term rental logic than short-stay operation. Actual rental performance still depends on renovation, view, pricing and market demand.
What Waterstone Residence floor plan options are available?
Waterstone includes several 3- to 4-bedroom layout directions such as 1,334 sqft, 1,388 sqft, 1,636 sqft and larger 2,152 sqft homes. The right choice depends on household size, budget, view, floor and intended use.
How should buyers judge Waterstone Residence price?
Do not judge only by the lowest price or psf. Compare size, view, floor, parking, furnishing budget, management fee and long-term holding cost together.
How should Waterstone be compared with other Tanjung Bungah condos?
Start with age, title, size, density, management, view and living purpose. Waterstone is positioned more as a newer family-sized long-stay option within a mature neighbourhood.
Is Waterstone still worth considering if it is not a pure beachfront project?
Yes, if you are looking for practical coastal living rather than only beachfront status. Waterstone offers sea-view options, larger layouts and a mature Tanjung Bungah lifestyle, but buyers should still compare view direction, floor level and actual unit availability carefully.
Is Waterstone suitable for buyers with around RM1.5M budget?
It can be, depending on the latest unit availability, floor level, view and layout. Around this budget range, buyers should compare whether they want a sea-view three-bedroom, a hill-view three-bedroom or a larger family layout.
Should I choose sea view or hill view at Waterstone?
Sea view gives stronger emotional appeal, while hill view may offer better practicality or budget control. The better choice depends on your use case, floor level, afternoon sun and how long you plan to stay.
Is Waterstone better for own stay or rental?
Waterstone leans more toward own stay, school-family living, retirement, second-home use and long-term rental. It is not the typical short-stay or quick-flip product.
Ask Danny
Share your budget, family size and intended use first.
I will help you judge whether you should start with a sea-view 3-bedroom, a hill-view 3-bedroom or a larger family layout, so you do not get confused by too many floor plans, views and price packages at the beginning.
