Esenview Residences (AI-generated artist impression dated 11 August 2026)
Esenview Residences (GPS: 5.27663, 100.27323) is an upcoming affordable housing development in Batu Maung, Penang, being developed by Zantalite Enterprise Sdn Bhd. Located near Jalan Kekabu 5 and accessible via Jalan Batu Maung, the project is positioned in the southern part of Penang Island, close to Esen Beach and the developing southern coastal area. It is also conveniently located about 5 minutes by car from the Sultan Abdul Halim Muadzam Shah Bridge, commonly known as the Penang Second Bridge, and about 10 minutes from Penang International Airport. The development is intended to provide practical, family-oriented homes at affordable prices in an area that is undergoing further development. 1
Property Name: Esenview Residences
Developer: Zantalite Enterprise Sdn Bhd
Property Type: Affordable housing apartment
Location: Near Jalan Kekabu 5, Batu Maung, Penang
Tenure: Freehold
Land Area: Approximately 2.76 acres
Residential Tower: 28 storeys
Parking: Six-level parking podium
Total Units: 484 affordable housing units
Unit Sizes: Approximately 780 to 880 sq ft
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Indicative Price: From approximately RM150,000
Facilities: Swimming pool, children's pool, jogging track, gymnasium, playground, badminton courts, table tennis, BBQ area, multipurpose hall, study room, yoga/dance room and children's room
Esenview Residences is located in Batu Maung, a coastal settlement at the southern end of Penang Island. The development is situated near Jalan Kekabu 5 and is accessible from Jalan Batu Maung. Its location places it within an established residential and industrial area while retaining proximity to the coastline and areas of undeveloped greenery. 1
One of the major attractions of the location is its proximity to Esen Beach. The project is also close to the site of the proposed Silicon Island, the large-scale southern Penang development that is planned to introduce new residential, commercial, industrial and infrastructure components. The future development of the southern coastline could further transform the surroundings of Batu Maung over the longer term.
For motorists, Esenview Residences has convenient access to major roads serving the southern part of Penang Island. The Penang Second Bridge is approximately five minutes away by car, while Penang International Airport can be reached in roughly 10 minutes under normal traffic conditions. 1
Esenview Residences is being developed by Zantalite Enterprise Sdn Bhd. The company has been involved in proposed residential and affordable housing developments in Penang, including projects in other parts of the island. Esenview Residences represents one of its affordable housing projects in the southern part of Penang.
The project is also marketed through the OHM Group, whose project information describes Esenview Residences as an affordable home development designed around the themes of affordability, connectivity and proximity to nature. 2
Esenview Residences is an upcoming development rather than an already completed apartment. Current published information describes a 28-storey residential tower sitting above a six-level car parking podium. The residential facilities are planned within the podium and upper levels of the development. 1
The development occupies approximately 2.76 acres and is planned to provide 484 affordable housing units. The relatively compact site makes efficient use of the land through vertical development, allowing a substantial number of homes to be provided while retaining space for shared recreational facilities.
As the project is still under development, prospective purchasers should verify the latest construction progress, delivery schedule, specifications and statutory approvals directly with the developer or relevant authorities. Published project information can change as development progresses.
Esenview Residences is designed around practical family-sized apartments. Current project information identifies two principal unit layouts, with built-up areas of approximately 780 square feet and 880 square feet. Each apartment is planned with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, making the homes suitable for small and medium-sized families. 1
The Penang state housing database lists the project under the Rumah MutiaraKu affordable housing programme, including an RMKu C1 unit of 785 square feet and an RMKu C3 unit of approximately 850.56 square feet. This differs slightly from the sizes presented in the project's marketing material, which states 780 and 880 square feet. Buyers should therefore confirm the exact approved built-up area applicable to the particular unit they are purchasing. 3
The three-bedroom configuration is particularly significant for affordable housing because it allows a relatively compact apartment to accommodate a family without requiring the much higher purchase price associated with larger private condominiums in the same general area.
Esenview Residences is positioned as an affordable home rather than a conventional private condominium. Published project information gives an indicative starting price of approximately RM150,000. The Penang housing database identifies the project under different Rumah MutiaraKu categories, including a C1 unit priced at RM150,000 and a C3 unit priced at RM300,000. 1 3
Affordable housing in Penang is subject to eligibility requirements, and not every purchaser will necessarily qualify. Potential buyers should check the latest requirements imposed by the Penang state authorities, including household income, ownership status and other applicable conditions, before making a purchase decision.
Although Esenview Residences is an affordable housing project, its proposed facilities go beyond the basic requirements of an apartment development. The facilities are intended to provide residents with recreational, fitness, family and community spaces.
The developer's project information places the main recreational facilities on the lower levels, while an additional jogging track is planned on Level 28. This gives residents opportunities for exercise without having to leave the development. 2
Batu Maung has a number of established amenities serving its residential population. The nearest wet market is Pasar Batu Maung, located along Jalan Batu Maung. The market provides fresh produce and other everyday necessities, while the surrounding Batu Maung commercial area has convenience shops, eateries and smaller grocery outlets.
For larger grocery purchases, residents can travel towards Bayan Baru, where Giant Bayan Baru provides a hypermarket option. Petrol stations are also available within the wider Batu Maung and Bayan Lepas area, including Caltex along Jalan Permatang Damar Laut.
For families with school-going children, SJK(C) Wen Khai is the nearest Chinese primary school in the Batu Maung area. The school is located along Jalan Batu Maung and serves the local community. International-school choices include Straits International School Penang, which is located in the wider Bayan Lepas area.
Healthcare facilities are available in the surrounding Bayan Lepas area. Pantai Hospital Penang, located in Bayan Baru, is one of the major private hospitals serving residents of southern Penang Island. Smaller clinics and government healthcare facilities are also available closer to Batu Maung. The developer's location information places Klinik Kesihatan Bayan Lepas about 5 kilometres from the project. 2
The nearest public transport connections are along the Batu Maung road network. Rapid Penang bus 302 serves Jalan Batu Maung, operating between Weld Quay and the Batu Maung Bus Hub. Stops along the road include Balai Polis Batu Maung, Hub Batu Maung and Institut Penyelidikan Perikanan. 4
The Batu Maung Bus Hub is particularly useful because it provides a connection to the Rapid Penang network. Bus 302 travels through major parts of the island before reaching Batu Maung, providing a public transport option for residents who do not drive. 4
Road connectivity is one of Esenview Residences' strongest attributes. Batu Maung provides access to the Penang Second Bridge, which connects the island with Seberang Perai, as well as to the Bayan Lepas industrial and commercial areas. The Bayan Lepas Free Industrial Zone, home to numerous multinational manufacturing and technology companies, is approximately 5 kilometres from the development according to the project's published location information. 2
Penang International Airport is approximately 7 kilometres away according to the developer's location information. Queensbay Mall is approximately 13 kilometres away, giving residents access to a much wider selection of retail, dining and entertainment facilities. 2
Esenview Residences is aimed at households seeking an affordable entry point into home ownership on Penang Island. Its three-bedroom layouts, freehold tenure and extensive communal facilities give it several characteristics normally associated with private condominium living, while its positioning under the affordable housing programme makes the project substantially more accessible to eligible buyers.
The location also gives the development an interesting combination of urban convenience and coastal surroundings. Residents can be close to the airport, industrial employment centres and major road connections while remaining near Esen Beach and the quieter parts of southern Batu Maung.
A distinctive feature of Esenview Residences is its location near Esen Beach, which is reflected in the project's marketing emphasis on nature, sea breezes and greenery. The development is therefore unusual among affordable housing projects in that its selling proposition is not simply affordability and connectivity, but also the idea of living close to a coastal environment. 2
on the Map of Batu Maung, Penang