Jalan Tun Razak, Alor Setar
Jalan Tun Razak in the heart of Alor Setar is a compact, highly trafficked city street that connects the western gateway at Bulatan Jalan Stadium to the eastern junction with Jalan Langgar. Flanked by commercial shophouses, small offices, eateries and pockets of housing, it functions as a practical everyday corridor for commuters and a convenient thread linking landmarks such as Menara Alor Setar, Pekan Rabu and the city’s shopping hubs. 1
Orientation & Surroundings
How the street runs: Heading east, the road emerges from the Bulatan (roundabout) near Jalan Stadium and Jalan Teluk Wanjah before tracking toward the inner city and meeting the Jalan Langgar intersection. Traffic here feels urban but human-scaled—two to four lanes depending on sections—with signalised crossings and frequent turn-ins to side lanes and lorongs. 2
What’s around: Within a short stroll or quick hop you’ll find Menara Alor Setar (the city’s signature telecom/observation tower), the Pekan Rabu Complex (for local produce and crafts), and legacy malls such as City Plaza, alongside newer magnets like Aman Central on Lebuhraya Darul Aman. These anchors, together with nearby Jalan Tunku Ibrahim, Jalan Teluk Wanjah, Lebuhraya Darul Aman and Jalan Stadium, make the corridor an easy base for errands and sightseeing. 3–8
Connecting Streets
- Jalan Dato Haji Shuib 2
- Jalan Dato Haji Shuib 6
- Jalan Kenari Merah
- Jalan Kenari Putih
- Jalan Langgar
- Jalan Lencongan Timur
- Jalan Nuri 6
- Jalan Pipit 1
- Jalan Stadium
Why it’s convenient
- Connectivity: Quick access to Jalan Stadium and Lebuhraya Darul Aman for cross-town trips. 2,6
- Everyday services: Banks, kopitiams, clinics, tuition centres and phone shops dot the frontage. (Tenancy mix varies by block.)
- Landmarks within 1–10 minutes: Menara Alor Setar, Masjid Zahir, Pekan Rabu, City Plaza and Aman Central. 3–8,10–11
History & Naming
The road is named after Malaysia’s second Prime Minister, Tun Abdul Razak Hussein. Numerous Malaysian thoroughfares commemorate him—including a documented listing that notes a major road by this name in Alor Setar—reflecting his national legacy in development and administration. While municipal records do not publicly pin down a single “opening year” for the Alor Setar stretch, the name and alignment fit the late-20th-century expansion of the city’s inner grid. 9
Aside from Alor Setar, there is also a Jalan Tun Razak in Kuala Lumpur, in Kota Kinabalu and a Jalan Tun Abdul Razak in Johor Bahru.
Jalan Tun Razak’s corridor also threads close to some of Kedah’s most storied places. A few blocks south sits Masjid Zahir—the state mosque whose construction began in 1912 and was completed in 1915—tying the modern street network to the city’s pre-war heritage fabric. 10–12
What it’s like today
By day, shopfronts lift their shutters to steady footfall from office workers and students; by evening, eateries fill with families and night-market browsers heading to nearby destinations. Expect typical city sounds: motorcycles, delivery vans, and the occasional peak-hour crawl at junctions. The streetscape mixes older low-rise shophouses with newer residential towers in the wider precinct, such as Amansuri Residences along Lebuhraya Darul Aman. 5,13–14
Nearby Sights & Things to Do
- Menara Alor Setar: 165.5-metre tower with an observation deck and city views. Great for sunset shots. 3,11
- Masjid Zahir: An Indo-Saracenic gem (1912–1915), often ranked among Malaysia’s most beautiful mosques. 10,12
- Pekan Rabu: A beloved marketplace for snacks, songket, crafts and Kedah specialities—its roots trace back to a Wednesday bazaar. 7–8
- Aman Central: Kedah’s flagship mall opposite the tower; dining, cinema and retail under one roof. 6,13
- City Plaza: One of the city’s long-running malls along Jalan Tunku Ibrahim. 4–5
Real Estate Snapshot (as at August 2025)
Transacted prices in Alor Setar: For the 12 months from April 2024 to March 2025, Alor Setar’s median residential transacted price was about RM350,000, with a median price of roughly RM186–RM188 per sq ft. Terrace houses specifically recorded a median of ~RM214 per sq ft and ~RM289k median price. These figures, based on actual Land Office transactions compiled by Brickz/iProperty, are a realistic baseline for the broader market that includes the Jalan Tun Razak catchment. 1,15–16
Sizes & what they fetch: Typical urban terrace homes in the city run from about 1,200–1,800 sq ft (111–167 sq m), while modern condos often range between 900–1,600 sq ft (84–149 sq m). At the above median psf levels, a 1,400 sq ft (130 sq m) terrace at RM214 psf would imply ~RM300k, whereas a 1,250 sq ft (116 sq m) condo at ~RM186–RM240 psf would imply roughly RM230k–RM300k depending on building and fit-out. (Illustrative; check a current valuation for any specific unit.) 15–16
Rents: Current listings around the wider city show mid-market high-rises such as Amansuri Residences asking roughly RM1.80–RM2.10 per sq ft per month for 1,200–1,600 sq ft units (e.g., RM2,300–RM3,200/month for 1,248–1,576 sq ft, listed June–July 2025). 13
How it compares with Kuala Lumpur: KL’s average asking prices for apartments are far higher overall: as of July 2025, Global Property Guide reports an average of about US$225 per sq ft in Kuala Lumpur (new/luxury segment), underscoring the substantial affordability gap between Alor Setar and the capital. 17
Getting There & Moving Around
Approach from the west via Bulatan Jalan Stadium (also linked to Jalan Teluk Wanjah and Lebuhraya Darul Aman). From the east, the corridor meets the Jalan Langgar axis that continues toward northern neighbourhoods and the hospital zone. Wayfinding apps label these nodes clearly; traffic conditions are typical of an inner-city grid with roundabout approaches and signalised junctions. 2,6
Fun Facts
- Skyline trivia: Menara Alor Setar stands at 165.5 m and is promoted as Malaysia’s second-tallest telecom tower—its observation deck offers sweeping views over paddy fields beyond the city fringe. 3,11
- Market roots: Pekan Rabu began as a Wednesday market and evolved into a year-round complex championing Kedahan crafts and flavours. 7–8
Quick Facts
Location: Central Alor Setar, linking Bulatan Jalan Stadium (west) to the Jalan Langgar junction (east).
Character: Mixed-use corridor with shophouses, offices, eateries and nearby malls/landmarks.
Nearby Streets: Jalan Stadium, Jalan Teluk Wanjah, Lebuhraya Darul Aman, Jalan Tunku Ibrahim, Jalan Langgar.
Landmarks: Menara Alor Setar, Masjid Zahir, Pekan Rabu, Aman Central, City Plaza.
History: Named for Tun Abdul Razak; sits within Alor Setar’s historic core near century-old Masjid Zahir.
Property (Apr 2024–Mar 2025): Median transacted ~RM350k; ~RM186–RM188 psf overall; terrace median ~RM214 psf.
Typical Sizes: Terraces ~1,200–1,800 sq ft (111–167 sq m); condos ~900–1,600 sq ft (84–149 sq m).
Typical Rents: Around RM1.80–RM2.10 psf/month for modern high-rises (~RM2,300–RM3,200 for 1,200–1,600 sq ft).
KL Comparison: Average apartment asking ~US$225 per sq ft (significantly higher than Alor Setar).
Best For: Everyday convenience, access to heritage sights, and value-friendly urban living.
References
- Alor Setar residential transaction prices (Brickz/iProperty).
- Jalan Stadium location & roundabout context (Waze map).
- Menara Alor Setar official tower info (height & facilities).
- City Plaza Alor Setar directory & address.
- City Plaza Alor Setar — address & hours (Wanderlog).
- Aman Central (official site) — location & positioning.
- Tourism Malaysia — Pekan Rabu overview.
- Pekan Rabu background & early history.
- Tun Abdul Razak — items named after him (including Jalan Tun Razak, Alor Setar).
- Masjid Zahir — history (1912–1915).
- Islamic Tourism Centre — Menara Alor Setar event page.
- Academic paper on Masjid Zahir’s Mughal-influenced architecture.
- Amansuri Residences — recent rental listings & asking PSF.
- Amansuri Residences (iProperty building page).
- Brickz Alor Setar — median PSF & price (Apr 2024–Mar 2025).
- Alor Setar terrace house transactions — median PSF & price.
- Global Property Guide — Kuala Lumpur average apartment price (July 2025).
Map of Jalan Tun Razak, Alor Setar
Painting of Jalan Tun Razak
Painting of Jalan Tun Razak
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