Less than most people expect. On a standard 90% loan you’d plan for a 10% downpayment, but for an eligible first-home buyer in Shah Alam the stamp duty is waived, developer packages often cover legal fees, and schemes can raise the loan margin. The real cash-to-key on a sub-RM500k condo can be modest — we’ll break it down for your unit.
The building blocks of upfront cash
| Item | Typical treatment (first home ≤RM500k) |
|---|---|
| Booking fee | Paid to secure the unit (refundable/applied per terms) |
| Downpayment | ~10% on a 90% loan — or less with higher-margin schemes |
| Stamp duty (MOT + loan) | Exempt for eligible first-home buyers |
| Legal fees (SPA + loan) | Often absorbed by the developer package |
Why the real figure is lower
Two things shrink the cash needed. First, the stamp-duty exemption removes a major upfront cost. Second, developer packages on these launches frequently cover legal fees. Schemes like Skim Rumah Pertamaku can also raise the loan margin toward 100% for eligible buyers, reducing the downpayment.
💡 Aurora Residences advertises free legal fees and starts from RM316,300 — a good worked example for a first-home cash plan.
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The precise cash-to-key depends on your unit price, loan margin and the current package. Send us your target unit and we’ll return a clear, itemised figure — no surprises.
Frequently asked questions
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Information is for general guidance as at 31 July 2026 and is not financial advice; figures depend on loan approval and package terms.
Sources: Ministry of Finance — stamp duty exemption; project sales materials.