{"id":68001,"date":"2025-04-28T17:24:31","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T09:24:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imoney.my\/articles\/?p=68001"},"modified":"2025-12-11T16:28:08","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T08:28:08","slug":"what-can-you-rent-for-rm2000-in-every-state","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.imoney.my\/articles\/what-can-you-rent-for-rm2000-in-every-state","title":{"rendered":"What Kind of House Can You Rent For RM2,000 In Every Malaysian State?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The great thing about living in Malaysia is that you\u2019re offered a variety of housing options that suit your lifestyle goals and budget. But if you\u2019re a couple that is starting a small family, or a young adult who has just started their career, or for whatever other reasons that leave you RM 2,000 to rent a place, this article will help you!<\/p>\n<p>Fortunately, in Malaysia, RM2,000 gives you a very decent starting point and flexibility to look for a new place to rent. But, with some urbanised states like Kuala Lumpur, having a much higher density than states like Perak, the type of house you can get really depends on where you\u2019re looking in Malaysia.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ve prepared a little snapshot of what kind of house or apartment you can get with an RM2,000 budget, from renting a landed property in more \u201ckampung-like\u201d areas or modest condos in the heart of KL.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Perlis<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><em>What you can get: A 2-storey landed house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms<\/em><br \/>\nAs the smallest state in Malaysia, this state offers one of the best rental values. An RM2,000 budget can get you a landed house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms that comes partially furnished and within a gated community!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-68002 size-medium alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28174642\/17A-300x289.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for a 2-storey Terraced House for rent at Taman Daya Tamans Dayas, Sena, Kangar, Perlis, for RM 1,850\/mo.\" width=\"300\" height=\"289\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28174642\/17A-300x289.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28174642\/17A-800x772.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28174642\/17A-768x741.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28174642\/17A.png 1468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/taman-daya-tamans-dayas-for-rent-by-kenneth-tan-43179741\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM1,850 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Kelantan\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 1 bedroom on a high floor in an apartment\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In areas like Kota Bharu and any nearby towns, RM2,000 can get you a house in a luxury apartment with an exceptional view. More importantly, it usually comes fully furnished!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-68004 size-medium alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175544\/17B-1-300x291.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for Sky River Front Service Apartment for rent at RM 1,500\/mo in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, showing the interior and exterior.\" width=\"300\" height=\"291\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175544\/17B-1-300x291.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175544\/17B-1-800x776.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175544\/17B-1-768x745.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175544\/17B-1.png 1482w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/sky-river-front-service-apartment-for-rent-by-emelia-chan-37207700\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM1,500 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Kedah<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: A 4-bedroom landed house with 4 bathrooms\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At a location like Lunas with easy access to BKE highway, and comes renovated with an auto gate in an area of 1,400 sq. ft., you can get a landed house for only RM2,000 per month!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68005 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175739\/17C-300x309.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for a 2-storey Terraced House for rent at Bandar Permata Lunas, Kulim, Kedah, showing a furnished interior for RM 2,000\/mo.\" width=\"291\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175739\/17C-300x309.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175739\/17C-800x823.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175739\/17C-768x790.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28175739\/17C.png 1480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/bandar-permata-lunas-for-rent-by-sunny-lok-43235698\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Perak\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms apartment (1,300 <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want a house located at a very strategic location, comes fully furnished, and is along the riverfront? You\u2019ll be able to get such a house in Perak!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68006 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180611\/17D-300x311.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for Kinta Riverfront Hotel &amp; Suites condominium for rent in Taman Istana, Ipoh, Perak, priced at RM 2,000\/mo.\" width=\"289\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180611\/17D-300x311.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180611\/17D-800x829.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180611\/17D-768x796.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180611\/17D.png 1468w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 289px) 100vw, 289px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/kinta-riverfront-hotel-suites-for-rent-by-keat-43238248\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Pahang<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: A 3-bedroom, 3-bath cluster house\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pahang offers great value for your rental. You can expect large houses with yards and occasional sea views!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180819\/17E.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-68007\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180819\/17E-300x306.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"294\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180819\/17E-300x306.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180819\/17E-800x816.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180819\/17E-768x784.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28180819\/17E.png 1482w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Our findings: Property Guru (RM1,400 per month)<\/p>\n<h3><b>Sarawak<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 2-storey terraced house, with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths (1,600 <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In areas such as Kuching or Sibu, RM2,000 can land you a pretty spacious house that also comes in a gated community. A great state that balances space and convenience.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68008 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181005\/17F-300x310.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for Tiya Vista, a 2-storey Terraced House for rent at RM 2,000\/mo in Taman Riveria, Samarahan, Sarawak.\" width=\"290\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181005\/17F-300x310.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181005\/17F-800x827.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181005\/17F-768x794.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181005\/17F.png 1476w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 290px) 100vw, 290px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Our findings: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/tiya-vista-for-rent-by-amelia-voon-43242467\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\">Property Guru<\/a> (RM2,000 per month)<\/p>\n<h3><b>Sabah<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 2 storey semi-detached house\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Kota Kinabalu, RM2,000 can get you a nice semi-detached house! Furthermore, it comes full furnishes with a 4,000 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">area! A place where you can enjoy great space, more comfort and at a great location.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68009 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181235\/17G-300x306.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for a 2-Storey Semi-Detached House for rent at Telipok, Likas, Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, priced at RM 2,000\/mo.\" width=\"294\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181235\/17G-300x306.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181235\/17G-800x815.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181235\/17G-768x783.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181235\/17G.png 1480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/2-storey-semi-d-for-rent-at-telipok-for-rent-by-linai-wong-42998159\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Malacca\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 4-bedroom 2-bath apartment (1,159 <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While the state is gaining popularity, Malacca\u2019s housing market remains accessible. RM2,000 can still get you an apartment in residential neighbourhoods.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68010 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181416\/17H-300x309.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for Admiral Residences apartment for rent at RM 2,000\/mo in Taman Kota Laksamana, Melaka City.\" width=\"291\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181416\/17H-300x309.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181416\/17H-800x824.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181416\/17H-768x791.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181416\/17H.png 1478w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 291px) 100vw, 291px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/admiral-residences-for-rent-by-christy-chew-42381239\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Negeri Sembilan\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get:\u00a0 4 beds, 3 baths, 2-storey terraced house\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located close to the Klang Valley, which allows you to commute daily if you\u2019re working in the city, this state offers great value! RM2,000 can easily cover a landed property that is suitable for a family.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181557\/17I.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-68011\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181557\/17I-300x316.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"285\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181557\/17I-300x316.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181557\/17I-800x843.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181557\/17I-768x809.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181557\/17I.png 1444w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 285px) 100vw, 285px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/clover-resort-residence-for-rent-by-elaine-chen-43092653\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Johor<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 2 bedrooms and 2 baths (771 <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Popular because of its close proximity to Singapore, especially Johor Bahru, RM2,000 will fetch you a fully furnished serviced residence with 771 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">floor area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68012 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181744\/17J-300x316.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for D'Pristine service residence in Medini, Iskandar Puteri, Johor, showing the modern, furnished interior for rent at RM 2,000\/mo.\" width=\"285\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181744\/17J-300x316.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181744\/17J-800x843.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181744\/17J-768x809.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181744\/17J.png 1444w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 285px) 100vw, 285px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/d-pristine-for-rent-by-kk-low-42857166#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Penang<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: 3-bedroom and 2-bath apartment<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can get an apartment located in a prime location of Penang, walking distance to Gurney Park and Paragon Mall. Moreover, it comes fully furnished and renovated with one car park provided!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181949\/17K.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-68013\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181949\/17K-300x312.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"288\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181949\/17K-300x312.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181949\/17K-800x832.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181949\/17K-768x798.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28181949\/17K.png 1466w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/gurney-villa-for-rent-by-amber-wong-43206613\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Selangor\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: A 3-bedroom and 2-bath serviced apartment\u00a0<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A state that presents a beautiful mix of city convenience and kampung calm. RM2,000 can easily rent you a nice apartment in Puchong, Shah Alam or even Subang Jaya!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68014 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182122\/17L-300x313.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for a Tulip Residence unit in Denai Alam, Shah Alam, Selangor, showing the furnished interior for rent at RM 2,000\/mo.\" width=\"288\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182122\/17L-300x313.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182122\/17L-800x835.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182122\/17L-768x801.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182122\/17L.png 1436w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 288px) 100vw, 288px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/tulip-residence-for-rent-by-khairi-ayub-43091242\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM2,000 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Kuala Lumpur<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b><\/b><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you can get: A studio apartment (500 <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sq. ft.<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/i><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KL is easily one of the most expensive states on the list. For RM2,000, your options are very limited, and you can only expect to rent a studio apartment if you\u2019re looking for a place in Mont Kiara or even KLCC area.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-68015 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182304\/17M-300x311.png\" alt=\"PropertyGuru listing for a service residence at Chambers, KLCC, Kuala Lumpur, showing exterior, pool, and interior photos for rent at RM 1,800\/mo.\" width=\"289\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182304\/17M-300x311.png 300w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182304\/17M-800x828.png 800w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182304\/17M-768x795.png 768w, https:\/\/static.imoney.my\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/28182304\/17M.png 1464w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 289px) 100vw, 289px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our findings: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.propertyguru.com.my\/property-listing\/chambers-for-rent-by-dixon-wong-43027626\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer dofollow\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Property Guru<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (RM1,800 per month)<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Know where your ringgit is going per sq. ft.!\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While RM2,000 is able to get you a multi-room house in areas like Sabah and Pahang, you\u2019ll only be able to enjoy a studio apartment when renting in the heart of KL.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you\u2019re relocating or exploring your options, or merely curious about the type of houses you can get with the same budget, this article is a smart step in planning your next move!.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Is RM2,000 enough to rent in Malaysia? 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