JOHOR-SINGAPORE RTS
LINK
Since the first announcement of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link in 2010, there has been
a growing interest among Singaporeans to invest in properties in Johor Bahru. The RTS Link is expected to
significantly reduce travel time between the two cities, making it a more convenient option for commuters.
⚠️Game Changer Alert!⚠️
It is deemed as a game changer for the Johor Bahru property market, especially for areas close to the RTS station
at Bukit Chagar, which is located in the Johor Bahru City Centre (JBCC).
Johor Bahru City Centre (JBCC) is located in the heart of Johor Bahru, Malaysia. It's situated near the Malaysia-Singapore border, making it easily accessible. A popular destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment among both locals and Singaporean alike. In fact, once you cleared the customs (CIQ) at the Johor-Singapore Causeway, you are already in the Johor Bahru City Centre area!
JBCC, for simplicity is generally defined by area within the Inner Ring Road, which includes land extending from the Inner Ring Road to Jalan Abu Bakar and Jalan Tun Dr Ismail. Key streets within this zone, where you'll find high commercial activity, include Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, and Jalan Trus, with more traditional shop houses and pedestrian areas located to the south along Jalan Segget and Jalan Ibrahim. NEW LAUNCHES
Many Singaporeans saw the potential rental demands in Johor Bahru, especially in areas close to the RTS Link station. They anticipated that the improved connectivity would attract tenants working in Singapore crossing border daily to reside in that area, leading to increased property values and rental yields. So many jumped on the bandwagon to invest in Johor Bahru properties, hoping to capitalize on the expected growth or use it as a retirement home eventually.
SKS Pavillion Residences was one of the few new launch developments back then riding on the hype of the RTS Link,
followed by TriTower Residence and Twin Tower Residence.
Initially, the RTS project was targeted to be completed by 2018, but it faced delays and was rescheduled multiple
times. The hype died down as the project was stalled for a few years. The project was officially resumed in July
2020, with a new expected completion date set for the end of 2026.
With the resumption of the RTS project and foreseeable completion by the new dateline, there has been renewed
interest in Johor Bahru properties among Singaporeans.
In addition, the timely announcement of Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in early 2025, which includes
JBCC as one of the nine flagship areas featuring Business Services, Digital Economy and Health, has further
boosted
public confidence in the area.
For those who missed the earlier wave of launches, upcoming you may expect more developments launching!
However, to buy into the location near to the RTS station site at Bukit Chagar, the choices could be limited!
CTC SKYONE RESIDENCE @ BUKIT CHAGAR
Launching soon in October 2025, CTC SkyOne is a freehold condominium development located at approximated 300m
from
the RTS station at Bukit Chagar.
The development offers dual-key and triple-key concept units, which are ideal for investors looking to maximize
rental income.
More information here..