Area Guide · Setia Alam

Living in Setia Alam

Neighbourhoods, transport, amenities and typical prices in one of Shah Alam's biggest townships, from a negotiator based nearby.

Last updated: 16 Oct 2026

Setia Alam is a large township by S P Setia in Seksyen U13, on the northern side of Shah Alam near the Klang border. It grew around Setia City Mall and the Setia City Convention Centre, and mixes gated landed precincts with a growing cluster of serviced residences. Newer homes, a big mall on the doorstep and direct NKVE access make it popular with young families and with people working in Shah Alam, Klang and the nearby industrial areas.

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Setia Alam at a glance

Part of
Shah Alam (Seksyen U13)
Highways
NKVE, GCE
Main mall
Setia City Mall
Rail
None inside the township

Getting around

Setia Alam is a driving township. The NKVE has its own Setia Alam interchange, which gets you towards Shah Alam, Klang and Kuala Lumpur, and the Guthrie Corridor Expressway (GCE) links the northern side towards Denai Alam, Elmina and Rawang.

There is no LRT or KTM station inside Setia Alam itself. The LRT3 Shah Alam Line, which opened on 29 June 2026, has stations in Shah Alam (such as Seksyen 7 and UiTM Shah Alam) and Klang (such as Bandar Baru Klang), and KTM Padang Jawa is also a short drive away. If you rely on rail, check the drive or feeder bus to your nearest station before choosing a unit.

Neighbourhoods

Setia City

The commercial heart around Setia City Mall and the convention centre. Most of Setia Alam's serviced residences and studios are here, including Trefoil, Edusentral and Sunsuria Forum, so it suits working adults who want to walk to the mall and shops.

Setia Eco Park

A gated and guarded landed enclave of bungalows and semi-detached homes set around parks and lakes, with Tenby Schools Setia Eco Park inside the area. It is the premium end of Setia Alam.

Setia Alam residential precincts

The original phases of terrace houses and apartments spread across the township. Apartments such as Seri Jati, Suria Rafflesia and De Kiara are some of the more affordable options in the area, popular with families renting their first home.

Eco Ardence

A newer EcoWorld township on the Setia Alam side, with landed homes and serviced residences such as Huni. Good for buyers who want a newer development with its own parks and facilities.

Typical prices

These ranges come from units listed with us in October 2026. They are a guide, not a valuation. Prices depend on condition, furnishing, floor and exact location.

Rent (per month)Typical range
Studio / SOHORM 1,250 – 1,300
3-bedroom apartmentRM 1,350 – 1,400
Serviced residence (2–3 bed)RM 1,500 – 2,800
Condominium (3 bed)RM 2,400
Sale (subsale)Typical range
Serviced apartment (2–3 bed)RM 345k – 485k

Based on Hani Properties listings, October 2026. We currently have few subsale units in Setia Alam, so the sale range is narrow.

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Daily life

Who Setia Alam suits

Common questions

Is Setia Alam part of Shah Alam?

Yes. Setia Alam is a township in Seksyen U13 of Shah Alam, on the northern side of the city near Klang.

How much is rent in Setia Alam?

From our October 2026 listings, studios and SOHO units are about RM1,250 to RM1,300 a month, 3-bedroom apartments RM1,350 to RM1,400, and serviced residences RM1,500 to RM2,800.

Is there an LRT station in Setia Alam?

No. The nearest rail options are LRT3 Shah Alam Line stations in Shah Alam and Klang, and KTM Padang Jawa, all a short drive away.

Is Setia Alam good for families?

Yes. It has gated landed precincts such as Setia Eco Park, international and national schools, parks, Columbia Asia Hospital and Setia City Mall within the township.

How do I find available units in Setia Alam?

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