The Low-Density Condo Concept Explained
One of KL’s fastest-growing property trends — and why The Atas in Taman Desa is its most compelling local example.
See The Atas →“Semi-D in the sky” describes a condominium development that replicates the key characteristics of a semi-detached landed home — generous space, few neighbours, privacy, and a sense of ownership — within a vertical tower format. It is a response to KL’s land scarcity problem: landed homes are increasingly out of reach, but buyers still want the lifestyle that comes with them.
The concept is defined by three things: large unit sizes (typically 1,100 sq ft+), very few units per floor (6–10 is the benchmark), and residential-grade quality and privacy rather than the cramped, high-turnover feel of a typical serviced apartment block.
Standard high-density condo
- 12–30+ units per floor
- 600–900 sq ft typical
- 1,000+ total units
- Crowded lifts and corridors
- Commercial or serviced apt title common
Semi-D in the sky ★
- 6–10 units per floor
- 1,100–1,600 sq ft typical
- 300–700 total units
- Quiet, private, landed feel
- Residential title preferred
The Atas — Taman Desa’s Sky Semi-D
The Atas delivers the sky semi-D concept at its most complete: 624 units across three towers, 8 units per floor, layouts of 1,156 and 1,321 sq ft (the 1,518 sq ft layout is sold out; the 1,321 sq ft dual-key Type C from RM968,000 is the main unit now selling, with a few 1,156 sq ft units remaining), and 53 facilities. It’s the only development in Taman Desa currently offering this format at a new-launch price point. For buyers who want to understand how floor plans translate to daily life, see the floor plan breakdown and the honest review.
Data sourced from iProperty Taman Desa listings and PropertyGuru Taman Desa. Prices are indicative and subject to change.
Last updated 3 November 2026 · DMS Jason Chan, REN 78007