Johor, Malaysia

Johor, situated in the southern region of Malaysia's peninsula, stands out as one of the most prosperous states in the country. Its unique advantage lies in its adjacency to Singapore, making it the sole state with such a privileged location. Johor boasts a population of approximately 4 million, comprising a diverse mix of ethnic groups, with Malays accounting for 52%, Chinese 33%, and Indians 10%. While public transportation options are limited, it is worth noting that Johor Bahru, the state's capital city, is conveniently within walking distance of Singapore.

The real estate market in Johor is known for its high property prices, which can be attributed to its proximity to Singapore. The demand from individuals seeking more affordable housing options spills over into Johor, driving prices upward. Moreover, the government's development efforts in the Iskandar Economic Region further contribute to the rise in property prices. This strategic initiative aims to attract foreign direct investment, with significant investments flowing in from Chinese nationals and Singaporeans. Since May 2018, the state has been under the governance of the Pakatan government, marking the first time it secured victory in the 14th General Election of Malaysia.

The following shows the residential property transactions in Johor over the last few years:

Johor's state government has implemented primarily foreigner-friendly real estate investment policies. Foreign investors face minimal restrictions when purchasing residential properties, provided the property's value exceeds RM1 million. This policy encourages foreign investment and supports the state's real estate market. Furthermore, the state government has established partnerships with China-based developers to construct mega cities on reclamation land. Notably, certain developments, such as Forest City, enjoy duty-free status, adding to their allure for investors.

Latest Johor sale listings:

TarikhJenis HartanahBinaanHarga
TodayTerrace1,200 sfRM620,000
TodayTerrace1,299 sfRM568,000
TodayTerrace1,599 sfRM510,000
TodayTerrace1,060 sfRM508,000
TodayTerrace-NA-RM508,000
TodayShop-Office-NA-RM350,000
TodayShop-Office4,909 sfRM1,880,000
TodayTerrace1,920 sfRM780,000
TodayCondominium807 sfRM240,000
TodayTerrace-NA-RM459,000

Latest Johor rental listings:

TarikhJenis HartanahBinaanSewaan
TodayMaster Room-NA-RM1,400
TodayMedium Room-NA-RM600
TodayMedium Room-NA-RM1,500
TodayMedium Room-NA-RM700
TodayCondominium1,330 sfRM3,000
TodayMedium Room-NA-RM700
TodaySingle Room-NA-RM500
TodayApartment500 sfRM1,500
TodayApartment500 sfRM1,500
TodayApartment500 sfRM1,200
39 user comments on Johor

There is a mall named KSL City Mall besides this apartment and it is located near Johor Bahru city centre.

Nurul
6 May 2020 @ 2:34 PM

It is a luxurious apartment with tight security level and located near Johor Bahru city centre.

It is an old apartment with the building is well-maintained and located in the middle of Johor Bahru city. This apartment has good security and management.

This apartment has good facilities and is well-maintained. There is a hospital named Hospital Sultanah Aminah located within a few minutes of driving distance. It is situated near the main causeway to Singapore.

Nurul
6 May 2020 @ 3:56 PM

This apartment is located about 10 minutes of driving to the Johor Bahru CIQ. It has a limited parking space for the visitors.

Nurul
8 May 2020 @ 12:27 PM

This apartment is built on reclaimed land and it is located next to a shopping mall named Stellar Walk Mall.

Nurul
8 May 2020 @ 12:36 PM

It is a luxurious waterfront housing area and located near to Johor Bahru city centre. This area has a tight security control including the coastal area patrol.

This apartment is highly accessible as it is located next to Johor Bahru East Coast Highway. There are convenience stores, eateries, and schools near to this area.

There are eateries and supermarkets located around this apartment. This apartment is well-maintained and has good security controls.

Nurul
8 May 2020 @ 1:43 PM

This apartment is located strategically in the Larkin town and near Larkin bus terminal, Legoland, as well as Paradigm Mall. The facilities in this apartment are poorly maintained with frequent power blackouts and lift breakdowns.

Nurul
12 May 2020 @ 4:58 PM

This apartment has poor management where the rules and regulations are not strictly enforced as there are some residents who keep pets in their units. The building is not well-maintained as there are frequent lift breakdowns and the facilities such as gym cannot be used.

The environment is quite noisy at night as there are motorcyclists gathering on the road besides the apartment. It is not well-maintained as the lift is frequently broken down.

This apartment is located next to a huge sewage plant. It is highly accessible as it is located next to the main road named Jalan Sultan Ismail that heads toward Johor Bahru city centre.

Nurul
12 May 2020 @ 5:33 PM

This apartment is located near the shop lots that provide amenities such as eateries, clinic, mini markets and huge hypermarkets named Aeon Bukit Indah and Tesco. It is quite noisy during night as there are motorcycle races next to this apartment.

Nurul
12 May 2020 @ 5:49 PM

This apartment is located quite far from the Johor Bahru city centre. There are shop lots next to this apartment which provide amenities such as convenience stores and eateries, with a secondary school as well as a few higher education institutions located near to this apartment.

Nurul
14 May 2020 @ 4:42 PM

The environment in this apartment is quiet and calm with there are eateries and groceries stores located nearby. This apartment is located near Aeon Mall Bukit Indah and Tesco Bukit Indah.

Nurul
14 May 2020 @ 4:51 PM

This apartment has well-maintained facilities and located near Malaysia-Singapore Second Link. There are Aeon Mall Bukit Indah and Tesco Bukit Indah located within the walking distance from this apartment.

Nurul
14 May 2020 @ 4:57 PM

This apartment has poor management and building maintenance with frequent lifts breakdown. It is surrounded by eateries and located near Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru.

This apartment is located next to PLUS Highway through Kempas exit. The facilities are well-maintained and have good building management.

Nurul
14 May 2020 @ 5:43 PM

This apartment is highly accessible as it is located next to Pasir Gudang Highway. There are many eateries around this apartment and there is Tesco Extra Plentong located nearby.

The facilities in this apartment are not in satisfactory condition but still can be used. There are many eateries around this apartment.

This apartment is located near the main road named Jalan Bertingkat Skudai that heads toward Pasir Gudang Highway. There are many amenities provided around this apartment such as convenience stores, eateries, supermarkets, and there is a shopping mall named Paradigm Mall Johor Bahru located nearby.

This apartment is located near Johor Bahru Checkpoint and JB Sentral. It has poor building maintenance with frequent lift breakdowns.

It is located next to Singapore-Malaysia Second Link and there is a TNB electrical substation near to this apartment.

Nurul
18 May 2020 @ 4:24 PM

It is located near Sultan Ismail Hospital and Aeon Mall Tebrau City Shopping Centre. This apartment has strict rules and tight security control.

Nurul
18 May 2020 @ 4:32 PM

It is a landed housing area with well-maintained facilities and aesthetic landscape view. This residential area is located quite far from the city centre.

Nurul
18 May 2020 @ 8:03 PM

There are several cases of burglary happening in this apartment. The facilities are not well-maintained with frequent lift breakdowns.

It is located near Johor Bahru City Centre and there are shop lots that provide amenities such as banks, eateries, convenience stores, and supermarkets.

This apartment is located next to Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and near Taman Universiti industrial area. It is mostly occupied by students and it has limited parking space.

Nurul
20 May 2020 @ 4:40 PM

The facilities are not well-maintained with frequent lift problems. There is an industrial area near to this apartment.

It is located strategically in the Johor Bahru City Centre and near CIQ Johor Bahru. The building is not well-maintained as it was built many years ago and quite old.

Nurul
20 May 2020 @ 4:55 PM

This apartment is located next to CIQ Johor Bahru and in the middle of Johor Bahru City Centre. It is near Johor Causeway that head towards Woodlands Checkpoint, Singapore.

Nurul
20 May 2020 @ 5:12 PM

This apartment is located facing the sea and there is a beach next to this apartment. It is surrounded by convenience stores, eateries, entertainment hubs, and mini mart.

It is a luxurious apartment with well-maintained facilities and strict security controls. This apartment is located next to JB East Coast Highway and there is a river named Sungai Lunchu near to this area.

There is not new condo can compare with this unique aged condo with center location and spacious living and bedrooms. Windy and no block. Good condo to recommend.

Both the D'esplanade Condominiums (freehold) and the KSL City Mall, adjacent to each other, were developed by Khoo Soon Lee (KSL). The convenient accessibility to the Mall by D'esplanade residents is made possible by a link-way within the Mall and D'esplanade, without having to step out of the building. It reminds me of the popular One World Hotel and One Utama Shopping Mall in Petaling Jaya which I often stay in whenever I travel to Kuala Lumpur. Living, shopping and having fun activities with family, friends or alone, are all under one roof every day without the hassles to go out after a day of hard work. It is a condominium which is worthwhile to buy and keep for retirement. Seeing so many elderly who lost their mobility, going out to the hair salons, restaurants, nail & toe manicure, cinemas, etc is a challenge. So don't you think it is a good place for your family with children and elderly too? A place is not to be judged by the price of it but rather the convenience it can offer the living. I strongly believe that KSL's D'esplanade is a place with many intangible benefits and the price should be way up above the current market price. What the condos need is a good and classier interior designing with more greens.

Do NOT let the Real Property Negotiators or Agents, AirBnB or tenants to determine the price of your place. Your D'esplanade condo deserves a much better value than you are seeing now.

This property is an excellent value. Nearly half price of newly marketed units in the area.

Kimseulla
9 May 2023 @ 4:13 PM

MANAGEMENT BAD!

Unless you are rich and own a couple of unit the management would treats you good. If u are not rich the management will not treats you like a good customer service especially the Chinese lady whom i call today. so rude and not giving any solution for my problem! to the rude lady please leave your job and giving to someone else who are good with the job. you are rude and better be coffee lady than handling tenant. You are ARROGANT and dont deserve rerspect

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