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The Atas vs Nearby Taman Desa Condos — Honest Side-by-Side Comparison
Comparing the new launches in Taman Desa? Here’s a fair, side-by-side look at The Atas against its two closest neighbours — M Aspira and Kensho Residence — on tenure, price, built-up size, density and facilities, so you can choose with clear eyes.
Three Taman Desa Launches, Three Different Buyers
All three are leasehold developments in the same neighbourhood, but they’re built for quite different buyers:
- The Atas — the low-density, family-sized option: just 8 units per floor across three 30-storey towers, with the largest built-ups (1,156–1,518 sq ft) and a dual-key Type C.
- M Aspira (Mah Sing) — the high-rise, high-volume, accessible-entry option: 1,618 units in two 66/68-storey towers, with compact 2–4 bedroom layouts from a lower entry price.
- Kensho Residence (SCP Group) — the boutique, design-led option: a smaller 310-unit development with a Japanese-zen theme, completing earliest.
The headline difference is space and density: The Atas offers noticeably larger homes at a much lower density, while M Aspira and Kensho lead on lower entry pricing and (for Kensho) earlier completion.
The Comparison Table
| Attribute | The Atas, Taman Desa | M Aspira | Kensho Residence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Developer | Kaisar Maxim (Maxim Global) | Mah Sing | SCP Group |
| Tenure | Leasehold | Leasehold | Leasehold |
| Project type | Low-density Sky Semi-D condo | High-rise serviced apartment | Boutique serviced apartment |
| Towers / storeys | 3 towers × 30 | 2 towers × 66 & 68 | verify |
| Total units | 624 | ~1,618 | ~310 |
| Density feel | Very low — 8 units/floor | High-rise, high-density | Boutique / low count |
| Built-up range | 1,156 – 1,518 sq ft | ~706 – 1,006 sq ft | ~707 – 1,034 sq ft |
| Layouts | 3+1 to 4+1 bed (dual-key C) | 2 – 4 bed | 2 – 3+1 bed |
| Indicative price | SPA from RM825,000 | from ~RM538,800 | ~RM510,000 – RM890,500 |
| Entry psf (indicative) | ~RM714 – 780 psf | verify | verify |
| Car parks/unit | 2–3 side-by-side | verify | verify |
| Facilities | 53 · GBI-certified · EV bays | 50m pool, sky lounge, EV (verify) | Japanese-zen theme (verify) |
| Completion | August 2028 | ~2029 (verify) | ~2025 (verify) |
The Atas figures are verified; M Aspira and Kensho figures are from public sources — confirm before relying on them.
The Atas vs M Aspira
These two suit very different buyers. M Aspira’s strengths are price and scale — a lower entry point (from ~RM538,800), compact, efficient 2–4 bedroom layouts, and the buzz of a large, integrated 1,618-unit high-rise on two 66/68-storey towers. It’s well suited to first-timers, singles, couples and investors after an accessible city-fringe unit.
The Atas is the opposite end of the spectrum: space and low density. Its smallest home (1,156 sq ft) is larger than M Aspira’s largest (1,006 sq ft), and at just 8 units per floor across 30-storey towers it offers far more privacy and a more landed, family feel — plus the dual-key Type C. If budget and entry price lead your decision, M Aspira is attractive; if you want a genuinely larger home at low density, The Atas stands apart.
The Atas vs Kensho Residence
Kensho is the boutique, design-led, move-in-soonest choice — a smaller ~310-unit development with a Japanese-zen aesthetic and the earliest completion (~2025), at an accessible price (~RM510k–890k) with compact 2 to 3+1 bedroom layouts. It appeals to buyers who want something characterful and ready sooner.
The Atas trades earlier completion for more space, more facilities and lower density. With built-ups up to 1,518 sq ft, 53 facilities, GBI certification and the dual-key Type C, it’s pitched at families and own-stay buyers who prioritise room and amenities over an immediate handover. Choose Kensho for boutique character and a faster move-in; choose The Atas for larger, family-sized living with a fuller facilities deck.
Where The Atas Wins — and Where It Doesn't
The Atas’s genuine edges
- Larger homes — built-ups 1,156–1,518 sq ft; its minimum exceeds the maximum of both neighbours.
- Much lower density — only 8 units per floor, versus M Aspira’s 1,618-unit high-rise.
- Family-sized layouts + dual-key Type C — two-master “butterfly” flexibility for own-stay and dual income.
- 53 facilities + GBI green certification at a manageable 624-unit scale.
Where a neighbour may suit you better
- M Aspira — if a lower entry price and compact, efficient units are the priority, or you want a large integrated high-rise.
- Kensho — if you want earlier completion (~2025), a boutique low-unit-count development and a design-led theme.
All three are leasehold, so tenure isn’t the deciding factor here — it comes down to space and density versus price and timing.
How to Choose: A Simple Framework
- Space needs — compare built-ups against your household; The Atas leads on size, the others on compact efficiency.
- Density preference — low-rise privacy (The Atas) vs high-rise community (M Aspira) vs boutique (Kensho).
- Budget & entry price — M Aspira and Kensho have lower entry points; weigh price against size.
- Timing — need to move in sooner? Kensho completes earliest; The Atas completes Aug 2028.
- Own-stay vs investment — dual-key flexibility and larger layouts (The Atas) vs accessible lettable units (M Aspira / Kensho).
Tell us your priorities and we’ll map all three (or any other shortlist) against them — objectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best new condo in Taman Desa?
It depends on your priorities. For larger, low-density family homes with full facilities, The Atas leads. For a lower entry price and a large integrated high-rise, M Aspira is strong. For a boutique, design-led development completing sooner, Kensho stands out. All three are leasehold.
How does The Atas compare to M Aspira?
M Aspira offers a lower entry price (from ~RM538,800) and compact 2–4 bedroom units in a 1,618-unit high-rise. The Atas offers much larger homes (1,156–1,518 sq ft) at far lower density (8 units/floor) with a dual-key Type C. Budget vs space is the key trade-off.
How does The Atas compare to Kensho Residence?
Kensho is a boutique ~310-unit, Japanese-zen development completing earliest (~2025) at an accessible price. The Atas is larger and lower-density with 53 facilities and the dual-key Type C, completing August 2028. Choose Kensho for earlier move-in and boutique character; The Atas for space and amenities.
Are these Taman Desa condos freehold or leasehold?
All three — The Atas, M Aspira and Kensho — are leasehold. Contact DMS for the exact lease term on The Atas.
Which has the largest units?
The Atas, by a clear margin — its built-ups run 1,156–1,518 sq ft, so even its smallest layout is larger than the biggest units at M Aspira (~1,006 sq ft) and Kensho (~1,034 sq ft).
Which is most affordable to enter?
M Aspira and Kensho have lower entry prices (from ~RM538,800 and ~RM510,000 respectively); The Atas starts higher (SPA from RM825,000) but offers significantly larger homes. WhatsApp us to compare value per sq ft.
Can you compare other projects too?
Yes — send us your shortlist and priorities and we’ll prepare an objective side-by-side, including these and any other developments you’re considering.
Not Sure Which Suits You? We'll Map It Out
Tell us your shortlist and what matters most — size, density, budget, timing, own-stay or investment — and we’ll send an objective side-by-side comparison plus availability and your nett price. No obligation.
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