Each month Rummah publishes a snapshot of the most active property areas in Penang based on live agent listings on our platform. Here's where Penang property activity is concentrated as of May 2026.

Top 8 most-listed areas in Penang

1. Bayan Lepas - 123 active listings
2. Gelugor - 104 active listings
3. Tanjung Tokong - 81 active listings
4. Bukit Mertajam - 63 active listings
5. Batu Kawan - 62 active listings
6. George Town - 52 active listings
7. Simpang Ampat - 48 active listings
8. Sungai Ara - 45 active listings

Bayan Lepas continues to lead Penang's listing volume with 123 active properties - driven by a mix of new launches and well-established condo supply. Gelugor and Tanjung Tokong follow closely behind.

What this means for buyers and renters

Areas with high listing counts give buyers more negotiating leverage - more options means agents are typically more flexible on viewing times, price discussions, and moving timelines. For renters, high inventory areas often translate to faster move-in dates.

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Methodology

This snapshot counts active and co-broke listings on Rummah, excluding hidden listings, as of the publish date. Numbers refresh monthly. For state-wide context, see all Penang listings or property for rent in Penang.