Johor Bahru Property Prices 2026: Prices by Area & Budget

Johor Bahru Property Market Overview 2026

If you are searching for Johor Bahru property for sale, the first question is almost always: what does a home actually cost in each area? Asking prices across Johor Bahru vary widely — from compact condos under RM 300,000 to premium waterfront residences above RM 3 million — and the "right" area depends on your budget, your commute, and whether you are buying to live or to rent out.

This guide breaks down 2026 sale prices area by area, based on hundreds of active Johor Bahru property listings in Gyden Property's database, refreshed daily. Prices shown are asking prices of listings currently on the market, not transacted prices, and are correct as of August 2026.

Johor Bahru's sale market in 2026 continues to be shaped by three forces: the RTS Link rail connection drawing Singapore buyers and commuters, steady infrastructure investment across Iskandar Malaysia, and a widening gap between older resale stock and newly completed high-rise projects.

Read our RTS Link and JB property market guide →

In Gyden Property's current listing database, the areas with the shortest routes to the Causeway, the RTS station, and the Second Link — JB City Centre, Danga Bay, and the Iskandar Puteri corridor — continue to command relatively strong asking prices. However, asking-price data alone should not be treated as evidence of transaction-price growth; it simply reflects what sellers are asking today. Outlying areas such as Masai, Pasir Gudang, and Kulai remain the entry points for budget buyers, with a much wider selection of affordable condos and landed homes.

Throughout this guide, remember that asking prices are a starting point, not a ceiling. Depending on the project, the unit's condition, floor level, and the seller's motivation, negotiated prices can sit below the figures shown here.

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How Gyden Calculates These Prices

To keep this guide transparent and verifiable, here is exactly how the figures are produced:

1. Data source — Active residential sale listings (condos, apartments, and landed homes) from Gyden Property's in-house database, which is refreshed from our listing sheet every day.
2. Coverage — 541 active residential sale listings were grouped into 12 Johor Bahru areas as of 8 August 2026. Commercial properties, land, and industrial listings are excluded.
3. Metrics — For each area we report the median asking price and the typical range (25th–75th percentile of listings). The median asking price per sq ft (psf) is calculated from 513 of these listings with valid built-up area data.
4. Deduplication — Each listing is identified by a unique property code, so duplicate entries are not present in the dataset.
5. Sample size — Areas with fewer than 10 active listings are marked * and treated as limited-sample data. They are shown for reference but are not used for cheapest or most expensive rankings. For very small samples (fewer than 5 listings), percentile ranges are unstable and are shown as "Insufficient sample" rather than a typical range.
6. What this is not — These are asking prices, not transacted or valuation prices. Area differences partly reflect the mix of property types (e.g. a condo-heavy area vs a landed-heavy area), not only location premium.

Sale Prices by Area: The 2026 Price Table

The table below summarises residential asking prices from active Gyden Property listings, grouped by area. The "typical range" shows the middle 50% of listings in each area — a more reliable guide than the absolute minimum and maximum, which are often pulled by exceptional units.

*Areas with fewer than 10 active sale listings — shown for reference only and excluded from market rankings. "Insufficient sample" is shown where there are fewer than 5 listings, as percentile ranges are not statistically meaningful at that size. All figures are asking prices from residential listings on gydenproperty.com, correct as of 8 August 2026. See the methodology section above for how the numbers are calculated.

Area-by-Area Guide to Buying in Johor Bahru

Permas Jaya and Forest City are included in the price table for reference but are not profiled below, because their current samples (4 and 2 listings) are too small for a meaningful area-level summary.

JB City Centre — most listings, widest choice

Median asking price RM 550k, typical range RM 390k–RM 820k, 213 active listings. The urban core around CIQ, City Square, and Mid Valley Southkey has the deepest pool of sale listings in our database. This is the area Singapore-based buyers tend to know best: walkable to the Causeway and closest to the RTS station. Expect a mix of compact condos and serviced residences.

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Iskandar Puteri — growth corridor with a wide spread

Nusa Perdana apartment — prices & units →

Median asking price RM 646k, typical range RM 425k–RM 1.06M, 114 active listings. Iskandar Puteri (Nusajaya, Medini, Puteri Harbour, Horizon Hills) is a major growth corridor with sustained infrastructure investment — the Second Link, EduCity, Legoland, and the Puteri Harbour waterfront. It offers everything from entry condos to premium residences, which is why its price range is wide.

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Masai & Seri Alam — the budget entry point

Green Haven — prices & units →

Bayu Puteri 3 — prices & units →

Median asking price RM 418k, typical range RM 360k–RM 540k, 85 active listings. With the lowest reliable median in our data, Masai, Seri Alam, and Taman Rinting offer the most affordable path into the JB market without leaving the metro area. Ideal for first-time buyers and budget-conscious investors targeting rental demand.

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Danga Bay — waterfront at a reasonable premium

Bay Point @ Country Garden Danga Bay — prices & units →

Median asking price RM 543k, typical range RM 490k–RM 630k, 30 active listings. Danga Bay condos cluster in a fairly tight range. Buyers here are primarily paying for the waterfront setting and relatively convenient access to central Johor Bahru.

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Skudai & Tampoi — family neighbourhoods with landed stock

Sri Wangi apartment — prices & units →

Median asking price RM 590k, typical range RM 418k–RM 860k, 28 active listings. Skudai, Tampoi, Bukit Indah, and Kempas mix condos with landed homes, producing a wider typical range. Bukit Indah carries a premium for its established amenities and proximity to the Second Link.

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Tebrau & Johor Jaya — established suburbs, steady values

Tebrau City Residences — prices & units →

Median asking price RM 499k, typical range RM 399k–RM 550k, 22 active listings. Tebrau, Johor Jaya, Taman Daya, and Pandan sit on the east side of the city. Good value for families who want landed living near AEON Tebrau City without city-centre prices.

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Taman Molek — quiet, well-connected, slightly pricier

Median asking price RM 610k, typical range RM 430k–RM 750k, 21 active listings. Taman Molek's sale listings typically sit a little above the city median, reflecting its central position between the city centre and Tebrau and its mature, quiet environment.

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Mount Austin — lifestyle hotspot (limited sale stock)

Median asking price RM 500k*, typical range RM 310k–RM 500k*, 7 active listings*. Mount Austin is best known for its dining and entertainment strip and is a popular lifestyle and rental location; sale listings are comparatively limited.

Read our Mount Austin condo guide →

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Kulai & Senai — landed value further out

Median asking price RM 564k*, typical range RM 460k–RM 700k*, 8 active listings*. Kulai and Senai offer landed homes at prices that would be hard to find closer to the city. They attract families seeking more affordable landed living near the airport corridor.

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Pasir Gudang — industrial town, residential bargains

Median asking price RM 418k*, typical range RM 308k–RM 560k*, 7 active listings*. The seven active sale listings in our current dataset show a median asking price of RM 418k and a median asking price per sq ft of RM 288. Because the sample is small, these figures should be treated as indicative only.

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What Drives Sale Prices in Johor Bahru

Common factors that can affect asking prices in Johor Bahru include:

1. Property type — Landed homes (terrace, semi-detached, bungalow) generally command a premium over high-rise units in the same neighbourhood, reflecting land value and scarcity.
2. Tenure — Freehold properties typically ask more than leasehold ones, though the gap varies by project and location.
3. Distance to the Causeway / RTS / Second Link — The closer to a Singapore crossing point, the stronger the demand from cross-border buyers and commuters.
4. Development quality and age — Newer, branded developments with full facilities tend to hold their asking prices better than older resale stock, but older units often leave more room for negotiation.
5. Floor, view, and furnishing — High floors, sea or city views, and fully furnished units often ask more than comparable units, depending on the project.

If you are comparing a specific project's resale prices, browse our area pages for listings, or visit any property detail page for full facilities and pricing.

Budget Guide: What Your Money Buys in 2026

Using the price table above, here is a practical read of what each budget band reaches in the current market. Figures are typical asking prices from active listings, correct as of August 2026.

1. Under RM 400k — Compact condos and apartments in Masai, Seri Alam, Pasir Gudang, and the outer parts of Tebrau. The most realistic entry point for first-time buyers.
2. RM 400k – RM 600k — The heart of the market. JB City Centre condos, Tebrau landed homes, and Mount Austin units all cluster here; this band has the deepest selection in our database.
3. RM 600k – RM 1M — Larger condos and premium projects in Iskandar Puteri, Danga Bay, Taman Molek, and Bukit Indah landed homes.
4. Above RM 1M — Waterfront residences (Danga Bay, Forest City), large landed homes, and the top end of Iskandar Puteri's high-rise stock.

Remember that the purchase price is not the only cost — stamp duty, legal fees, and (for some buyers) state consent fees add to the total. See the next section for a breakdown.

Foreign Buyers: Costs and Rules

As of August 2026, Johor's official land-office guidelines generally set a RM 1 million minimum price for eligible residential property acquired by foreign interests, subject to property type and other conditions. Foreign acquisitions also require approval, and applicable state fees apply. Because these rules can change, buyers should verify the latest requirements with PTG Johor (Pejabat Tanah dan Galian) or their conveyancing lawyer before committing.

On top of the purchase price, budget for the following transaction costs:

1. Stamp duty — Chargeable on the transfer document (MOT) at the scale rates set out in the Stamp Act 1949; rates are tiered and increase with the property value.
2. Legal fees — Conveyancing fees for the purchase and loan agreements, generally based on the Solicitors' Remuneration Order scale.
3. State consent and approval fees — Foreign purchases generally require state approval; a percentage-based approval fee with a minimum per-title amount applies, depending on the property type and location.
4. Disbursements and valuation — Title searches, registration, and bank valuation fees.

Buying in Johor as a foreigner involves a few specific steps beyond the price — from the foreign purchase threshold to state consent and financing.

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Looking for Below-Market Opportunities?

Bank auction properties — locally known as lelong — are an alternative route into the JB market, with reserve prices that can undercut the open market. Auctions carry their own costs and risks, so read our auction guide before bidding, or browse current auction listings.

Read the guide to buying bank auction property in JB →

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Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What is the average property price in Johor Bahru in 2026?**
A: A useful benchmark from our current listing data is the median asking price, which is around RM 550,000 across the 12 areas in this guide (as of August 2026). Median asking prices by area range from about RM 418,000 in Masai & Seri Alam to about RM 646,000 in Iskandar Puteri. Because these are asking prices, actual negotiated prices can differ.

**Q: Which area in Johor Bahru has the highest property prices?**
A: Among areas with at least 10 active listings, Iskandar Puteri has the highest median asking price (about RM 646k), followed by Taman Molek (RM 610k) and Skudai & Tampoi (RM 590k). Areas with very few listings — such as Permas Jaya and Forest City — show high medians but have too little data to be used as reliable market signals.

**Q: Where is the cheapest area to buy property in Johor Bahru?**
A: Among areas with reliable sample sizes, Masai & Seri Alam has the lowest median asking price (around RM 418k), with typical listings from RM 360k to RM 540k. Pasir Gudang shows a similar median (RM 418k), though with only a handful of active listings its figures should be treated as indicative. Prices change as new listings are added, so check our live properties for sale page for today's stock.

**Q: What can I buy with RM 500,000 in Johor Bahru?**
A: A RM 500k budget sits in the heart of the market. It reaches compact condos in JB City Centre, units in Tebrau/Johor Jaya and Mount Austin, and some landed homes in Tebrau and Kulai — depending on size, tenure, and condition. It is a realistic budget for a first home or a rental investment in most JB areas except the premium waterfront projects.

**Q: Are Johor Bahru property prices rising in 2026?**
A: Gyden Property's data shows current asking prices for active listings, which on their own are not sufficient to establish market-wide transaction-price growth. What the data does show is that the most connected areas — JB City Centre, Danga Bay, and Iskandar Puteri — continue to command relatively strong asking prices. For trend analysis, cross-reference asking prices with bank valuations, transaction records, and the National Property Information Centre (NAPIC) data.

**Q: Is Johor Bahru property a good investment in 2026?**
A: Many investors are drawn to JB for its rental demand from Singapore commuters and students, supported by the RTS Link and ongoing development in Iskandar Puteri. Whether a specific property is a good investment depends on purchase price, rental yield, and holding costs — compare asking prices against achievable rents in the same area before committing. Our rental market report breaks down rents by area.

**Q: Can foreigners buy property in Johor Bahru?**
A: Yes — foreign nationals may purchase residential property in Johor, subject to a minimum purchase price that applies to foreign buyers (currently RM 1 million for most eligible residential property, per Johor's land-office guidelines) and to state consent approval. Requirements depend on the property type, location, and current policy, and may change. Verify the latest requirements with a licensed lawyer or the state land office before proceeding.

**Q: What are the additional costs when buying property in Johor Bahru?**
A: Beyond the asking price, budget for stamp duty on the transfer document (under the Stamp Act scale rates), legal fees (under the Solicitors' Remuneration Order), state consent fees for foreign buyers, and disbursements such as title searches and valuation. As a rough planning guide these can add up to several percent of the purchase price, depending on the property value and your buyer status.

Explore Actual JB Listings on Gyden Property

This guide is based on real listings in Gyden Property's database, refreshed daily from our in-house sheet. If you are ready to look at actual properties, here is the fastest route:

1. Browse today's Johor Bahru properties for sale — filter by area, price, type, and bedrooms.
2. Shortlist the units that fit your budget.
3. WhatsApp us — our team will arrange viewings and answer your questions.

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Looking to rent instead? See our JB properties for rent and the JB condo rental guide.

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Disclaimer: Prices shown in this guide are asking prices from active listings on gydenproperty.com, correct as of August 2026, and are provided for general information only. They are not valuations and do not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. Property prices, policies (including foreign ownership thresholds and state consent requirements), stamp duty rates, and lending policies are subject to change — always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities, a licensed lawyer, or a qualified financial adviser before making any decision.