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Cheras Sentral Mall is situated in Kuala Lumpurs Cheras district, a vibrant suburb with mixed residential and commercial areas. This freehold property, rebranded from Phoenix Plaza in 2013 after a RM125 million renovation, offers about 400,000 sq ft of retail space integrated with offices and a hotel. Key accessibility features include direct access to Taman Connaught MRT station and proximity to major roads, facilitating commuter traffic.
The demographic profile targets middle-class families and youth from nearby neighborhoods like Bandar Mahkota Cheras, supporting steady local footfall estimated at moderate levels due to transport links.
Tenant mix comprises essential retailers such as MPH Bookstores, fashion chain F.O.S., quick-service eateries like Subway, and entertainment via TGV Cinemas, emphasizing convenience over luxury. In the competitive Greater KL retail landscape, where suburban vacancy hovers at 18.3% and overall stock grows to 76.3 million sq ft in 2024, Cheras Sentral maintains occupancy around 60-70%, lower than prime malls 90%+.
Rent levels range from RM5,200 to RM165,000 monthly for units averaging 12,000 sq ft, translating to affordable rates of RM5-15 per sq ft, advantageous for small-to-medium retailers seeking entry into the market. Strengths include location-driven accessibility and diverse local catchment, while drawbacks encompass intense competition from established neighbors like AEON Maluri and emerging EkoCheras Mall, potential infrastructure wear, and market saturation in F&B and fashion categories.
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Hours of Operation
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.
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Demographics and Accessibility
Cheras suburb hosts a diverse population of over 200,000 residents, primarily middle-income households with average annual income around RM50,000, including young families and working professionals. The malls direct MRT linkage boosts accessibility, reducing travel time to central KL by 20-30 minutes, potentially increasing footfall by 15-20% post-integration. However, heavy traffic on Jalan Cheras during peak hours poses risks to timely access, impacting impulse shopping. Public bus services like Rapid KL routes further support non-driving demographics.
Tenant Mix and Occupancy
Current tenants feature a balanced mix of 40% F&B, 30% fashion and accessories, 20% entertainment, and 10% services, with anchors like TGV drawing crowds. Occupancy stands at approximately 65%, below the Greater KL average of 81.7%, due to past economic slowdowns and tenant closures. Leasing terms offer flexible short-term options with rents starting at RM6 per sq ft, suitable for pop-ups, but high vacancy in upper levels signals weak anchor pull and operational challenges like inconsistent maintenance.
Competition and Market Risks
Intense rivalry from nearby malls such as Cheras Leisure Mall (high occupancy 85%+) and Sunway Velocity (premium positioning) fragments market share, with Cheras Sentral capturing only 10-15% local spend. Emerging supply like EkoCheras adds 600,000 sq ft, pressuring rents downward by 5-10%. Risks include aging facilities despite 2013 upgrades, leading to higher capex for tenants, and saturation in budget retail categories amid 1.5% YoY stock growth in suburbs.
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