JB Condo Rental Prices by Area: 2026 Market Report
Johor Bahru Rental Prices by Area — Data Snapshot
These are asking (listing) rents — not signed or completed tenancy rents. Actual agreed rents may differ.
Key numbers: the median asking rent across all 257 tracked rental listings is RM 2,500/month (this figure includes commercial units). Among the 6 areas with enough listings for a reliable median, asking rents range from RM 1,500/month in Forest City to RM 2,950/month in Iskandar Puteri.
| Area | Median asking rent | Median RM/psf | Sample size (n) |
|---|---|---|---|
| JB City Centre | RM 2,290/mo | RM 2.55 | 52 |
| Iskandar Puteri | RM 2,950/mo | RM 2.84 | 30 |
| Mount Austin (small sample) | RM 1,980/mo | n<3 | 5 |
| Danga Bay | n<5 | n<5 | 2 |
| Forest City | RM 1,500/mo | RM 2.13 | 17 |
| Tebrau & Johor Jaya (small sample) | RM 1,700/mo | RM 1.61 | 5 |
| Masai & Seri Alam | n<5 | n<5 | 2 |
| Skudai & Tampoi (small sample) | RM 2,350/mo | RM 1.46 | 8 |
| Permas Jaya | n<5 | n<5 | 3 |
| Taman Molek | n<5 | n<5 | 2 |
| Kulai & Senai | n<5 | n<5 | 1 |
| Other areas (insufficient sample) | — | — | 16 |
Median = the middle value of the tracked rental listings in each area. n<5 = fewer than 5 usable observations, so no median is published (insufficient sample). n<3 = too few observations for that metric. Figures are recomputed from the live listing database on every build — see the methodology section below.
JB Condo Rental Market Overview
Johor Bahru's condo rental market in June 2026 is defined by two forces pulling in opposite directions: growing demand from cross-border workers anticipating the January 2027 RTS Link opening, and the ongoing absorption of new high-rise supply in the development pipeline.
Here is the big picture from active Gyden Property rental listings:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Active asking listings tracked | 257 |
| Asking price range | RM 600 – RM 280,000+/mo |
| Median asking rent | RM 2,500/mo |
| Average asking rent | RM 7,161/mo |
| Average asking rent (trimmed 5%) | RM 3,451/mo |
| <1500 | 33 listings (12.8%) |
| 1500-2000 | 42 listings (16.3%) |
| 2000-3000 | 83 listings (32.3%) |
| 3000-5000 | 45 listings (17.5%) |
| >5000 | 54 listings (21%) |
💡 Key takeaway: Over 60% of JB condo rentals are priced under RM 3,000/month — making JB one of the most affordable cross-border living options in the world. For context, a shoebox apartment in Singapore starts at S$2,500 (RM 7,900), which is more than the median JB condo rental.
All figures are **asking rents** from active Gyden Property listings — not transaction records. Based on **257 active Gyden Property rental listings** (data as of 5 October 2026). The area breakdown below covers 133 residential listings (apartments, condominiums, serviced residences and landed homes), of which 104 are condos, apartments or serviced residences; the overall figures include commercial listings for completeness. Median asking rent across all tracked listings is RM 2,500/month. Figures update daily as new listings are added.
Rental Prices by Bedroom Type
Here is how rental prices break down by the number of bedrooms, based on actual Gyden Property listings:
| Bedrooms | Listings | Median Asking Rent | Asking Rent Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Room | 30 | RM 1,700/mo | RM 800 – RM 2,700 |
| 2 Room | 34 | RM 2,400/mo | RM 1,000 – RM 3,300 |
| 3 Room | 41 | RM 2,300/mo | RM 850 – RM 8,500 |
| 4 Room | 16 | RM 3,000/mo | RM 1,080 – RM 8,500 |
| Other | 3 | — | — |
For cross-border workers, the sweet spot is the 2-bedroom category — enough space for a couple or small family, with rents averaging RM 1,500 – RM 2,500 depending on area. A 2-bedroom condo in JB typically costs one-third of what you would pay for a similar unit in Singapore.
Rental Hotspots: Where Renters Are Looking
While Gyden Property covers all of Johor Bahru, certain areas consistently generate more rental enquiries. Here is the rental demand profile by area:
| Area | Rental Demand | Typical Renter | Key Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| JB City Centre / Bukit Chagar | 🟢 Very High | Cross-border commuters | Walk to CIQ & RTS station |
| Danga Bay | 🟢 High | Professionals, expats | Waterfront lifestyle |
| Mount Austin | 🟢 High | Families, locals | Schools, amenities, space |
| Iskandar Puteri | 🟡 Moderate | Expat families, students | JS-SEZ, EduCity |
| Tebrau / Johor Jaya | 🟡 Moderate | Budget-conscious families | Best value per sqft |
| Permas Jaya | 🟡 Moderate | Commuters on a budget | EDL highway access |
| Forest City | 🔴 Low (growing) | Budget renters | Lowest prices in JB |
| Masai / Seri Alam | 🔴 Low | Local workers | Most affordable option |
💡 Investor insight: Areas within a 3 km radius of the Bukit Chagar RTS station (JB City Centre, Stulang, Taman Pelangi) have the strongest rental demand and highest yields, but also the highest entry prices. For capital appreciation with rental income, Iskandar Puteri offers a compelling long-term play tied to the JS-SEZ job creation.
Live Rental Prices by Area
Median monthly asking rent and RM per sqft for residential listings in each JB area, computed from Gyden Property's live inventory of asking prices:
| Area | Listings | Median Asking Rent | RM/psf | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JB City Centre | 52 | RM 2,290/mo | RM 2.55 | |
| Iskandar Puteri | 30 | RM 2,950/mo | RM 2.84 | |
| Mount Austin | 5 | RM 1,980/mo | — | small sample (n=5) |
| Forest City | 17 | RM 1,500/mo | RM 2.13 | |
| Tebrau & Johor Jaya | 5 | RM 1,700/mo | RM 1.61 | small sample (n=5) |
| Skudai & Tampoi | 8 | RM 2,350/mo | RM 1.46 | small sample (n=8) |
| Other areas | 16 | RM 1,425/mo | — | includes areas with <5 listings |
Rental Supply: What Types of Properties Are Available?
The rental market in JB is dominated by serviced apartments and apartments, but there is significant diversity:
| Property Type | Count | % of Asking Listings | Median Asking Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Apartment | 40 | 15.6% | RM 2,250/mo |
| Apartment | 22 | 8.6% | RM 1,550/mo |
| Serviced Apartment | 20 | 7.8% | RM 2,290/mo |
| Condominium | 14 | 5.4% | RM 2,850/mo |
| Shoplot | 10 | 3.9% | RM 2,900/mo |
| Retail Mall | 9 | 3.5% | RM 2,500/mo |
| 2 Storey Shoplot Ground Floor | 8 | 3.1% | RM 1,700/mo |
| 2 Storey Shoplot | 7 | 2.7% | RM 2,700/mo |
| Other | 127 | 49.4% | — |
For residential renters, serviced apartments offer the best balance of facilities (pool, gym, security) and price. Condominiums command a premium but offer better build quality and management.
Furnishing & Lease Terms
| Furnishing status | Active rental listings | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Fully Furnished | 110 | 38.1% |
| Partially Furnished | 27 | 9.3% |
| Not specified / Unfurnished | 152 | 52.6% |
Many JB condo rentals come fully furnished, which is standard practice for the Malaysian market. A fully furnished unit typically includes beds, sofa, dining set, kitchen cabinets, fridge, washing machine, and air conditioning. This matters for tenants who do not want to buy furniture for a short stay. The furnishing mix above is counted live from the current active rental listings, so it changes as listings change.
Standard lease terms:
- Minimum lease: 1 year (most common)
- Security deposit: 2+1 months (2 months rent + 1 month utilities)
- Agency fee: Borne by landlord (for leases of 1 year or more)
- Notice period: 2-3 months for early termination
Rental Yields: What This Data Can and Cannot Show
A gross rental yield needs a matched pair: a purchase price and an agreed rent for the same unit. Gyden's current data is active asking listings only — asking sale prices and asking rents for different units — so any yield figure derived from it would be an estimate, not a measured return.
We therefore do not publish yield percentages, yield ranges or yield trends on this page. For the underlying asking figures, see the Johor Bahru property prices by area data page and the area rent table above.
Because no dated rent history exists yet (the first monthly snapshot was taken in October 2026), we also do not publish year-on-year or month-on-month comparisons.
What Could Affect JB Rents
Several projects may affect JB rental supply and demand over the coming years. They are listed here as facts to watch, not as rent forecasts.
| Factor | Status | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| RTS Link (Bukit Chagar) | Under construction; service target announced by the Ministry of Transport | 2027 |
| JS-SEZ (Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone) | Implementation ongoing | 2026-2028 |
| New condo completions | Continuous pipeline across JB | Ongoing |
| MYR / SGD exchange rate | Market-determined | Ongoing |
No forecast. Gyden does not publish rent predictions, expected increases or year-on-year comparisons. Our data is a point-in-time snapshot of active asking listings, archived monthly since October 2026; comparisons become meaningful only once enough dated snapshots exist.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the median rent for a condo in Johor Bahru?A: the median asking rent across 257 tracked rental listings is RM 2,500 per month, and among the 6 areas with enough listings for a reliable median it ranges from RM 1,500 in Forest City to RM 2,950 in Iskandar Puteri (117 mapped listings, data as of 5 October 2026). These are asking rents from active Gyden listings, and the area table above shows the median for each area that has a reliable sample.
Q: What is the average rent in Johor Bahru?A: We report the median rather than the average, because a few very large or commercial units can pull an average up sharply. the median asking rent across 257 tracked rental listings is RM 2,500 per month, and among the 6 areas with enough listings for a reliable median it ranges from RM 1,500 in Forest City to RM 2,950 in Iskandar Puteri (117 mapped listings, data as of 5 October 2026).
Q: How much is rent by area in Johor Bahru?A: Median asking rents differ by area. The by-area table above lists the median asking rent, median RM per square foot and sample size (n) for each area, and marks areas with too few listings to give a reliable median as insufficient sample.
Q: Which areas are cheapest to rent in Johor Bahru?A: Among the areas with enough listings for a reliable median, Forest City (median asking RM 1,500 per month) has the lowest median asking rent. Areas with very few active listings are shown as insufficient sample rather than ranked.
Q: Are these asking rents or actual signed rents?A: They are asking (listing) rents from active Gyden Property listings, not signed or completed tenancy rents. They show what landlords are currently asking and are refreshed daily. The rent actually agreed for a unit can differ.
Q: How many rental listings does Gyden Property track?A: The current active rental sample is stated in the data-as-of banner at the top of this page. It is recomputed from the live listing database on every build and archived monthly.
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Disclaimer: All rental data, prices, and market insights in this report are based on Gyden Property listings as of the latest data refresh shown above. Rental prices and availability are subject to change. This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. You should conduct your own due diligence and consult qualified professionals before making property decisions.
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