New Launch Review: TRX Residences: Is This KL’s New Gold Standard for Luxury City Living?

Let’s be honest: Kuala Lumpur has no shortage of luxury condos, but every few years a project comes along that genuinely shifts the conversation. TRX Residences feels like one of those.

Built right inside the Tun Razak Exchange, the city’s ambitious new international financial district, this development is riding the wave of TRX’s rapid rise. Big banks and multinationals (HSBC, Prudential, Affin, and many more) have already planted their flags here, and the whole precinct is starting to hum with the kind of energy that reminds you of Singapore’s Marina Bay or Hong Kong’s IFC: but with a distinctly Malaysian flavour.

For high-net-worth buyers and property investors who care about both lifestyle and returns, TRX Residences is worth putting on your shortlist. Here’s my take, straight and no fluff.

The Basics

Developed by Lendlease in partnership with TRX City (a Ministry of Finance entity), the project carries solid credentials. It’s freehold: always a plus in central KL: and the first phase consists of two towers with about 896 units.

Unit mix runs from compact 1-bedroom types (starting ~474 sq ft) up to proper 4-bedroom layouts, duplexes, and penthouses that go all the way to ~3,854 sq ft. Finishes are contemporary and high-spec: think private lifts for larger units, floor-to-ceiling glass for those panoramic views, smart-home systems, and thoughtful sustainability touches.

Location: The Real Selling Point

You’re literally inside the 70-acre TRX masterplan. Walk 70 metres and you’re at the TRX MRT interchange station (Cochrane and Kajang lines). Major highways (SMART, MEX, SPE) are right there, and airport runs are straightforward.

Downstairs is The Exchange TRX: one of KL’s best new malls with anchor tenants like Seibu, Apple’s first flagship store in Malaysia, and plenty of good dining options. KLCC, Pavilion, international schools, and hospitals are all within a 10 to 15 minute drive. And yes, there’s that massive 10-acre rooftop park overhead for when you need a breather.

In short, this is city-centre convenience done right: and an address that already carries real bragging rights.

Facilities: Resort Vibes in the Sky

They’ve carved out roughly 90,000 sq ft of resident-only facilities across podium and sky levels, and it shows.

Infinity pools with skyline views, a serious gym, sky lounges that actually feel inviting, multipurpose rooms, landscaped terraces, yoga decks, kids’ play zones: the usual luxury checklist, but executed at a level that feels genuinely thoughtful.

Concierge, 24/7 security, and smart building tech round it out. For busy professionals or expat families, it’s the kind of setup where everything just works without you having to lift a finger.

Pricing & Market Reality (as of late 2025)

Expect to pay RM2,000 to 3,600 psf depending on floor, view, and unit type: firmly premium territory. Early phases sold quickly, and remaining or resale units still attract steady interest from local HNW buyers, investors, and corporate expats.

Rental demand is picking up as more offices fill up; yields in the 4 to 5% range look achievable once the district matures further.

Compared to established KLCC icons, TRX commands a slight premium for being brand-new and fully integrated. Compared to Mont Kiara or Bangsar, it’s significantly more expensive per sq ft: but you’re paying for central prestige and scarcity.

The Pros

• Unmatched location in KL’s newest financial hub
• Modern design, excellent views, strong build quality
• Resort-style facilities that are actually usable
• Limited supply of true city-centre freehold luxury → good long-term scarcity value

The Cons

• Prices are high: this is strictly HNWI territory
• Units are city-sized (efficient, not sprawling)
• You’ll deal with typical urban traffic and noise
• Full investment upside still depends on TRX reaching its full potential over the next 3 to 5 years

Who This Is Really For

• Executives who want to live where the action is
• Expats posted to KL for a few years and wanting international-standard living
• Investors comfortable with a premium entry price in exchange for capital growth potential and rental appeal to corporate tenants
• Anyone who values prestige and convenience over sheer square footage.

Quick Comparison

Aspect	TRX Residences	KLCC Luxury (e.g. Troika, Four Seasons)	Mont Kiara / Desa ParkCity Luxury
Unit Sizes	474 to 3,854 sq ft	Usually larger	Generally larger & more family-oriented
Price psf	RM2,000 to 3,600+	RM2,000 to 3,500	RM1,200 to 2,200
Vibe	New financial district energy	Established iconic prestige	Green, suburban, expat-friendly
Connectivity	Direct MRT interchange	LRT + walking distance to KLCC	Car-dependent
Growth Potential	High (emerging district)	Steady (mature)	Moderate

Final Verdict

If you’re the kind of buyer who wants to be at the centre of KL’s next chapter: and you’re comfortable with the price tag: TRX Residences is hard to beat right now. It’s not the cheapest, it’s not the biggest, but it feels like the most relevant luxury address in the city at this moment.

If your priority is more space or a quieter environment, look elsewhere. But if prestige, connectivity, and being part of something new excite you, this one deserves a serious viewing.

My advice? Book a private appointment, walk the site, check the actual views from different floors, and run your own numbers with an agent you trust. Projects like this don’t come around often: and when they do, the best units tend to go quietly to those already in the know.

What do you think: does TRX Residences fit your plans, or are you eyeing something else in the market? Happy to discuss further.