Sahid Group is one of the largest hotel companies in Indonesia. This company was established in 1953 by Sukamdani Sahid Gitosardjono. Until this time, there are 20 hotel all over Indonesia that was run by this company.
Besides hotels, Sahid Group also expanded their business to property. Along with Pikko Land Group and Dua Mutiara Group (Tan Kian), they have built an enormous complex located in Jl. Jend. Sudirman, Central Jakarta. This complex is called Sahid City. Sahid Sudirman Residence apartement lies in this region.
Sahid Sudirman Residence is an elite apartment located in the Central Business District (CBD) Jakarta. This apartment is surrounded by much famous shopping centers, such as Grand Indonesia, Pacific Place, Plaza Indonesia, Plaza Semanggi, Sudirman Citywalk, etc. It is very suitable for businessmen and executives who want to live in a comfy and strategic place.
SAHID SUDIRMAN RESIDENCE APARTMENT LOCATION
Sahid Sudirman Residence apartment located in Jl. Jend. Sudirman No. 86, Karet Tengsin, Tanah Abang, Kota Jakarta Pusat.
Surrounded by many shopping centers, such as:
- 230 meters to Citywalk Sudirman
- 2,4 km to Grand Indonesia
- 3 km to Plaza Indonesia
- 3,5 km to FX Sudirman
- 4,4 km to Sarinah
- 4,6 km to Plaza Semanggi
Close to the university:
- 3,6 km to UNJ Kampus Setiabudi
- 4,1 km to Perbanas Institute
Near to public facility
- 50 meter to Murni Teguh Hospital
- 90 meters to Sahid Nurul Iman Mosque
- 290 meter to Setiabudi Astra Station
- 2,5 km to Sudirman Station
- 5,3 km to Polsek Metro Setiabudi
SAHID SUDIRMAN RESIDENCE APARTMENT FACILITY
These are the facilities that Sahid Sudirman Residence has for its residents:
Swimming Pool
Sahid Sudirman’s Residence apartment has an outdoor swimming pool located on the 8th floor. This swimming pool was encircled by many green plants. There are palm trees that were planted in the middle of the pool. Residents who live on the 8A floor can see the pool with many skyscrapers as its background. It is also possible for them to jump into the pool from the balcony.
Jacuzzi
Sahid Sudirman Residence also provides a Jacuzzi for those who love to have warm baths. The location of Jacuzzi is adjacent to the outdoor swimming pool. It is lying below the apartment ceiling, so sunlight cannot reach the pool. Around the Jacuzzi, you can find many benches which provided for all residents.
Multi-Function Room
If you need a room for a business meeting or other company events, you can book multi-function room which located on the 7th floor. Remember to contact the apartment official prior to booking the room. The official number is posted on the multi-function room’s door.
Unfortunately, when I was there, the room was closed. It was very dark inside, so I could not take any pictures inside the room.
Library
Not many apartments in Jakarta have a library inside their tower. In Sahid Sudirman Residence, there is a library which located on the 7th floor, adjacent to multi-function room. This library provides couches for visitors and AC to cold the atmosphere. This place is very suitable for college student who wants to study or work on their project. It is also nice for those who really like reading and spending times with books.
The library collection consists of many themes, such as books for children, an encyclopedia for children, books about property investment, and even books that are written in Japanese.
Gym
In order to keep your body healthy, it is important to do exercise regularly. Sahid residents have privileged to do this everyday because the gym is located inside the tower. You don’t have to go outside to do your exercise.
Kids Playground
On the 7th floor, there is a wide indoor kids’ playground. The room is pretty cold because it is featured with AC. There are many toys for your kids to play on.
Clinic
There is a clinic called Takenoko Clinic inside the apartment tower on the ground floor. It is very helpful for residents who have a mild injury or sickness. You can have a consultation with a healthcare practitioner here anytime. Takenoko Clinic serves for several treatments, such as minor surgery, gynecology, pediatrics, and so on.
Cafe
Whenever you feel hungry inside your unit, you can get down through the lift and eat at Misticanza Cafe. Here you can find a variety of food from Western to Indonesian, such as spaghetti, fettuccine, pizza, nasi goreng, etc. The price is not too expensive, by expending Rp 75.000 you can purchase almost all the menu provided here.
UNIT CONDITION
There are three types of rooms leased by Sahid Sudirman Residence apartment, 1BR, 2BR, and 3BR. Residents don’t have to bring their own furniture to the unit, because they are already provided by apartment officials, in other words, most of unit apartments in Sahid Sudirman Residence are leased in full furnished condition.
For the 1BR unit, there are one bathroom, AC, hot water tap, dining set, kitchen, refrigerator, washing machine, and television. The size of the unit is 40 sqm and the average price is Rp 14.670.000 per month ($ 1.050). If you think a 1BR unit is too small for you, there is a 2BR unit that can accommodate your needs. This unit has several amenities like, two bathrooms, AC, a hot water tap, a dining set, an access card, a kitchen, a refrigerator, a washing machine, and television. The size of the 2BR unit is 84 sqm and the average price is Rp 21.012.000 per month ($ 1.505).
3BR unit has similar amenities to 1BR and 2BR. AC, hot water tap, dining set, access card, kitchen, refrigerator, washing machine, and television are also featured in 3BR. The most significant difference between those three units is their sizes. The size of the 3BR unit is 102 sqm and the average price for a 3BR unit is Rp 29.724.000 per month ($ 2.129).
ENVIRONMENT AROUND THE APARTMENT:
Sahid Sudirman Residence apartment is encircled by several skyscrapers. The tower itself is not the highest among many of Sahid City’s buildings. As a result, residents cannot see the city view behind those skyscrapers. Their visions are blocked and the scenery becomes monotonous. The most common thing residents would see is the top of the building nearby and glasses of skyscrapers.
The scenery, nevertheless looks unappealing, interior of the tower looks quite interesting and luxurious. It is resembled with 5-star hotel interior with the floor made from expensive marble. There are many lifts with access cards inside the tower that can facilitate every resident.
Jendral Sudirman Street is visible from above, and so is with people and vehicles who are passing by. However, noises from the vehicle below are not audible.
OTHER THINGS YOU MIGHT LOVE:
Living in Sahid Sudirman Residence will give you many conveniences, because of the many public facilities and entertainment nearby.
Gelora Bung Karno Stadium
In the 18th of August, Indonesia became host for the Asian Games 2018. This great sports event took place in Gelora Bung Karno Stadium. Here, people can do all kinds of sports, from football, basketball, tennis, swimming, fencing, and even archery. This place has become a favorite spot for people all over Jakarta to gather. Whether they are just jogging, playing badminton or watching their favorite football match, all things are available here.
If you live in the Sahid Sudirman Residence apartment, you can reach this place by driving for 26 minutes.
FX Sudirman
FX Sudirman seems to be inseparable for Jakartan city life. There are a lot of famous brands can be found here, such as Starbucks, Tjap Toman, Wingstop, and Tea Leaf which often become favorite places for Jakartans to hang out. FX Sudirman also featured many interesting restaurant, for instance, Mujigae, Marugame Udon, Pepper Lunch, Burger King, etc.
FX Sudirman is excellences in terms of giving transportation services to their visitors. You can easily book grab bike or grab car from here since they always stand by in front of FX. For you who live in the Sahid Sudirman Residence apartment, you can drive your car for 30 minutes to get here.
City Walk Sudirman
It only takes 5 minutes walking to get to City Walk Sudirman from Sahid Sudirman Residence. If you are a Japanese cuisine enthusiast, going to this mall is very recommended. Here, you can find many Japanese restaurant, such as Niku-Niku Udon, Kaihomaru, Kushibusubi, Echigoya, Bariuma Ramen, Gyukaku, and Negiya. There is also a lounge and bar located here.
Sasmita Loka Ahmad Yani Museum
Sasmita Loka Ahmad Yani Museum previously was an ordinary house occupied by Ahmad Yani, one of the national heroes of Indonesia. PKI (Indonesian Communist Party) had murdered him when the rebellion of G30/S PKI began to rise in September 1965.
If you like historical tourism, visiting this museum will be a good choice. From the Sahid Sudirman Residence apartment, you can get here by driving 2,7 km. Sasmita Loka Ahmad Yani Museum began to operate from 08:00 AM to 14:00 PM. Every Monday, this museum is closed.
Setiabudi MRT Station
Indonesia recently launched a brand new MRT. This became a huge sensation among Indonesians because for the first time, we have our own underground transportation. If you live in Sahid Sudirman Residence, access to one of the MRT stations is very convenient. It only takes 4 minutes to walk to reach Setiabudi MRT station, the nearest station from Sahid Sudirman Residence.
The route of the first phase of MRT development starts from Lebak Bulus on the south, and heads north to Fatmawati station, Cipete Raya station, Haji Nawi station, Blok A station, Blok M station, Sisingamangaraja station, Senayan station, Istora station, Bendungan Hilir station, Setiabudi station, Dukuh Atas station and last Bunderan Hotel Indonesia station. You will get much privileges if your office is placed around that station.
Sudirman Station
Another alternative for Sahid Sudirman Residence residents is Sudirman station. If your office is located in Central Jakarta or South Jakarta, riding a train can be very helpful. The nearest station to Sahid Sudirman Residence is Sudirman station. You can get here by driving 2,6 km.
OTHER INFORMATION YOU HAVE TO KNOW:
- Number of Units: 492
- Number of Floors: 35
- Maintenance Fee: Rp 21.700/sqm
- Unit Type: 2BR and 3BR
- It is suitable for students, employees, newly married couples, and those who already have children
Review: Sahid Sudirman Residence
Summary
Sahid Sudirman Residence has a very strategic location in Central Jakarta. This apartment is surrounded by many entertainment facilities and shopping center, for instance, FX Sudirman, Gelora Bung Karno Stadium, City Walk Sudirman, Plaza Semanggi, etc. You can get there only by driving for 15 minutes or less. Moreover, Sahid Sudirman Residence also located near to business district like Jl. Jenderal Sudirman. From here, you can access other Central Business District like Thamrin and Kuningan, since they lie on the same axis.
Besides its strength, Sahid Sudirman also has a weakness, like the scenery it provides. If you are looking for a great city view in Jakarta, here is not the best place. The scenery is very limited to one or two skyscrapers near the apartment and the city horizon is not visible.