Johor Bahru’s New Mega Project: What the RM18 Billion Johor Bay Development Means for Property Buyers

What’s in the Johor Bay Project?

The 26-acre mega-development will feature:

• Thomson Hospital Iskandariah and specialist suites

• Aged-care facilities and a life sciences tower

• Luxury residences & lifestyle precincts

• A 5-star hotel with commercial-retail integration

This project marks one of the largest healthcare and real estate ventures in Southeast Asia, right here in Johor Bahru.

Why This Matters for Property Buyers Near CIQ & RTS

Johor Bahru is already heating up thanks to:

1. RTS Link (Rapid Transit System) – launching soon, cutting travel time JB ↔ Singapore to minutes.

2. Johor-Singapore SEZ – boosting cross-border trade, healthcare, and commercial activities.

3. Foreign & Singaporean Investors – increasing demand for properties within walking distance to CIQ.

Johor Bay strengthens JB’s positioning as the next global hub for healthcare and lifestyle real estate.

Impact on Johor Bahru Property Market

• Rising Land & Condo Prices: Developments near CIQ and RTS stations will appreciate as demand rises.

• Healthcare & Retirement Investment Theme: Properties with medical and lifestyle integration will attract expatriates and retirees.

• Safer Bets: Projects by established developers like EXSIM, Majestic, Sunway are expected to ride this growth wave.

Should You Buy in Johor Bahru Now?

Yes — early movers win. With mega-projects like Johor Bay, buyers who secure units near CIQ, Bukit Chagar, and RTS today are positioned for strong capital appreciation when the RTS opens and SEZ matures.

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