Penang Island has plenty of new condos, so how does The Lighthauz compare? Instead of making vague claims, this guide sets out The Lighthauz’s facts on the points buyers usually compare, and what to check when you look at any other project.
At a glance
| What to compare | The Lighthauz | What to check at other projects |
|---|---|---|
| Tenure | Freehold | Freehold or leasehold? How many years remain on the lease? |
| Title | Ask our team for the title type | Residential or commercial? This affects tariffs and loans |
| Location | Penang Waterfront, Gelugor, on the expressway | Distance to your workplace at peak hour |
| Public transport | Proposed Mutiara LRT station within walking distance* | Is there a committed station nearby? |
| Unit sizes | 732 sqft and 1,001 sqft | Usable layout, not just the built-up figure |
| Parking | 2 car parks per unit | Many projects give only 1 to smaller units |
| Facilities | Podium deck plus sky-level pool and lounges | Are facilities on one level or spread out? |
| Lifts | 6 passenger + 1 service, ~15 units per floor | Lift-to-unit ratio at peak hours |
| Starting price | From RM864,500 (≈RM1,181 psf) | Compare psf, not the headline price |
| Developer | EXSIM Group | The developer’s track record of delivering on time |
\Subject to final government approval.*
1. Freehold tenure
Freehold means you own the property indefinitely, with no lease expiry and no future renewal cost. Many island projects are leasehold, typically 99 years. The remaining lease matters when you resell, and some banks lend less on shorter leases. The Lighthauz is freehold.
2. A genuine waterfront precinct
Many condos advertise “sea views” from a distance. The Lighthauz sits inside the Penang Waterfront precinct, next to PWCC and the Lin Xiang Xiong Art Gallery. When you compare, check what a unit actually faces. At The Lighthauz, facings range from the sea and the Penang Bridge to the southeast, to Bukit Dumbar and Gelugor on the other sides, so pick your stack carefully.
3. Connectivity
The Lighthauz is on the Tun Dr. Lim Chong Eu Expressway:
- about 5 minutes to the Penang Bridge
- about 10 minutes to George Town
- about 15–20 minutes to the Bayan Lepas FIZ and the airport
The proposed Penang Waterfront LRT Station on the Mutiara Line would add rail access within walking distance. Compare this with projects that depend only on roads, and test your own commute at peak hour.
4. Layouts and usable space
The Lighthauz offers three layouts:
- Type A, 732 sqft: 1 bedroom + study
- Type B, 1,001 sqft: 2 bedrooms + study, with bedrooms on opposite sides for privacy
- Type C, 1,001 sqft: 2 bedrooms + study, with bedrooms grouped and a wider living area
Each comes with or without a balcony. When you compare with other projects, look past the built-up area. Check wall-to-wall room sizes, wasted corridor space, and whether a “3-room” unit’s third room is a full bedroom or a study.
5. Two car parks per unit
Every Lighthauz unit comes with 2 car parks, including the 732 sqft Type A. Smaller units at many island projects come with only one, which matters for couples with two cars and for tenants.
6. Facilities
Facilities are split between the podium deck (gym, sports court, multipurpose hall, BBQ, children’s play area, gardens, yoga deck) and the sky level (Astral Lagoon sky pool, jacuzzi, wading pool, Horizon Lounge and Fun Hub). When comparing, look at how much facility space there is per unit and whether the pool is shaded or exposed.
7. Price per square foot
At about RM1,181 psf for the entry Type A, compare The Lighthauz with other island projects on psf, tenure and parking together. A cheaper leasehold unit with one car park is not like-for-like.
8. Points to weigh honestly
- Density: 671 units in one tower is a sizeable community. Check the lift waiting times and facility crowding you are comfortable with.
- Completion: expected in 2030, so this is a longer wait than buying a completed unit.
- Title type: confirm the title and what it means for your utilities and loan.
- LRT timing: treat the LRT as a future bonus, not a certainty.
Buyer checklist (use it for any project)
- ☐ Freehold or leasehold, and how many years remain?
- ☐ Residential or commercial title?
- ☐ Price per sq ft after rebates
- ☐ Number of car parks included
- ☐ Unit facing and what will block the view later
- ☐ Commute time at 8am to your workplace
- ☐ Maintenance fee and sinking fund per sq ft
- ☐ The developer’s past delivery record
Compare in person
The best comparison is seeing the layouts yourself. WhatsApp our team at 012-245 7793 for the latest price list, or to book a sales gallery visit.
Related guides: The Lighthauz price & buyer guide · Penang Waterfront Gelugor location guide
