I have been living here for close to a decade now and still loving it. Yes, it's in the old part of Ampang (which means some areas tend to be rather rundown and dirty) BUT this location is also super convenient; being near multiple major highways and the KL city
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Proximity to the city center also means that good food from around the world, world-class shopping and entertainment and just about everything else is never far away. Plus I get to enjoy my weekly jogs/ workouts breathing in fresh air in the beautiful KLCC Park within a mere 10 minutes drive away! (that as well as the beautiful Ampang Park right in my neighborhood)
Accessibility to healthcare, schools and public transport is also super convenient.. heck a public bus stops just right outside my neighborhood (which also make stops at the Ampang LRT station)...and guess what; the main Ampang Jaya Police Station is just right across the road from my condo!
Well, as in many other older developments around Klang Valley; the high-rise condo I live in happens to face a block of public housing low-rise apartments. Yes, there is the occasional Mat Rempits nuisance; but as long as you know how to keep your wits about you and take careful precautions... you will be just fine.
DBKL comes often enough to tackle the rubbish and seasonal Denggi problem; although I must say the mentality and mind set of the locals (and most Malaysians in general) must change too. Heck; it's no use the cleaners around Ampang Park pick up thrash on the ground only to have several uncivilized, selfish locals throw away their soft drinks cans or snacks packaging right after. Hey, rubbish bins are placed around the park for a reason, you know ?
But still, I love this place. It definitely has its' own charm.. People are friendly and relaxed; daily necessities and groceries can be found aplenty in the neighborhood at affordable prices without breaking the wallet.
I do foresee me and my family will be living here at Taman Dagang, Ampang for many, many more years to come :D