Permas Jaya, Masai · Completed 2023 · Subsale
Central Residences
A freehold apartment block of 291 units by Permas Jaya Sdn Bhd on Jalan Permas 3, with seven two- to four-bedroom layouts of 932–1,558 sq ft and the Causeway checkpoint about ten minutes’ drive away, per the developer.
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Central Residences at a glance
Every figure here comes from the developer, the government housing register or the property records named at the foot of the page. Where sources disagree, the range is shown. Where nobody has published a number, it is not on this page.
Development
Central Residences
By Permas Jaya Sdn Bhd, part of the BRDB group (PropertyGuru)
Address
Jalan Permas 3
Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai
Tenure
Freehold
PropertyGuru, Mudah and PropertyGenie
Completed
2023
PropertyGuru and Mudah; the developer’s page gave 2023 as the completion target
Units
291
Developer, PropertyGuru and Mudah agree
Storeys
21
Mudah
Layouts
932–1,558 sq ft
Seven layouts, 2 to 4 bedrooms (developer)
Foreign buyers
Largest units only, at most
Asking prices start around RM488,000
Why this address
Four things buyers weigh at Central Residences
One of the newest completed blocks in Permas Jaya. Here is the case, and the catch.
Short drive to Singapore
The developer puts the CIQ about ten minutes’ drive away, which suits cross-border commuters.
Recently completed, family layouts
Completed in 2023, with seven layouts of two to four bedrooms from 932 to 1,558 sq ft.
Established neighbourhood
PropertyGuru lists AEON Permas Jaya, Econsave and clinics at Permas Mall nearby, and Giant Plentong about 1.8 km away.
What to weigh: few listings yet
PropertyGuru showed only two units for sale in October 2026, and asking prices ranged from about RM444 to RM683 psf. With a short resale history, check recorded transactions for your size.
The development
Central Residences, decoded
A 21-storey block of freehold apartments in Permas Jaya, Masai.
Facilities
As listed by the developer and PropertyGuru.
Water
Pools
- Swimming pool
- Wading pool
- Jacuzzi
Active
Fitness and play
- Gymnasium
- Games court
- Children’s playground
Residents
Shared spaces
- Community garden
- BBQ area
- Function room
- Mini market
- Cafeteria
Where the project is now
Price and rent by layout
What each layout is asking at Central Residences
Asking prices and rents seen on PropertyGuru and iProperty in October 2026, matched to each layout by size. Asking prices are not sale prices; compare them with the recorded transactions above.
| Layout | Size | Asking price | Asking rent | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| – | about 1,000–1,100 sq ft | RM488,000 | – | 1 |
| – | about 1,200–1,300 sq ft | RM835,000 | – | 1 |
Free PDF: JB Condo Prices & Rents 2026
Recorded prices and rents for 122 JB condos, plus asking prices, rents and yields by area. Compare this project with its neighbours before you make an offer. What is inside
Location & connectivity
Where Central Residences sits
Jalan Permas 3, Permas Jaya, 81750 Masai, Johor.
The recorded numbers
The price numbers
Recorded sales and asking prices are different things. Transacted figures come from deals recorded with the government valuation department; asking figures are what owners or the developer are listing at.
| Measure | Figure | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Asking price for sale, all sizes | From about RM488,000 · RM444–683 psf | PropertyGuru building page, Oct 2026 |
| Asking rent whole units | About RM1,300–2,000 a month | Mudah building page, Oct 2026 |
Both rows are asking prices seen in October 2026, not transactions: two sale listings on PropertyGuru and three rental listings on Mudah. The sizes on those Mudah adverts do not match the developer’s layouts, so treat the rent as a rough guide. No recorded transaction median was found.
Track record
About Permas Jaya Sdn Bhd
Central Residences was developed by Permas Jaya Sdn Bhd, the BRDB company behind much of the Permas Jaya township, including The Straits View series.
The developer’s page describes 291 units in seven layouts with two to four bedrooms.
Around the building
What is near Central Residences
The closest places on the map, measured in a straight line from the building. Driving distances are longer.
🚉 Getting around
- Johor Jaya Express Bus Terminal~4.0 km
- Johor Jaya Square~4.0 km
🛍️ Malls
- Toppen Shopping Centre~3.1 km
- AEON Mall Tebrau City~3.2 km
- Desa Mall~4.1 km
🎓 Schools
- Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Taman Daya 2~1.4 km
- Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) Foon Yew 5~1.5 km
- Austin Heights Schools~1.5 km
- Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Taman Mount Austin~1.7 km
🏛️ Colleges and universities
- Sunway College Johor Bahru~1.2 km
- Crescendo International College~4.3 km
- KPJ International College Johor Bahru~4.7 km
🏥 Hospitals
- Sultan Ismail Hospital~3.0 km
- Pusat Pakar Bersalin Tebrau~3.2 km
- KLINIK PERGIGIAN CEMERLANG~4.0 km
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Names as recorded on the map; check opening and enrolment details yourself.
Is it for you?
Which kind of buyer are you?
The same building suits different people for different reasons. Pick the line that sounds like you.
🏠 Living here yourself
Ask me which stacks get the better view and the least afternoon sun; that changes the price more than the floor.
💰 Buying to rent out
Compare the recorded rents in "The price numbers" above with the instalment on your loan. Smaller layouts usually rent faster; larger ones hold tenants longer.
👨👩👧 Family with children
Check the school and clinic distances in the location section, the number of car parks per unit and how busy the lifts are at 7.30 am.
✈️ Buying from overseas
Foreigners can only buy above the state minimum price (RM1 million in Johor) and pay 8% stamp duty from 2026. Ask me which units here qualify before you shortlist.
Straight talk
What I will not hide from you
Every project has trade-offs. These are the ones I would want to know before paying a deposit.
- ⚠️ A newer project, so many owners are renting out at the same time. Expect competition for tenants for the first few years.
- ⚠️ Most asking prices here are below RM1 million, so most units cannot be sold to foreigners in Johor. On resale, your buyers will mainly be locals.
- ⚠️ Asking prices are not sale prices. Compare any offer with the recorded transacted price per sq ft above before you commit.
The real cost
What buying here costs in 2026
Worked example for a unit at RM490,000, around the typical asking price here. Your figures will differ with the price and the bank.
| Malaysian buyer (90% loan) | Foreign buyer (70% loan) | |
|---|---|---|
| Purchase price | RM490,000 | RM490,000 |
| Down payment | RM49,000 | RM147,000 |
| Loan amount | RM441,000 | RM343,000 |
| Stamp duty on transfer (MOT) | RM8,800 | RM39,200 |
| Stamp duty on loan (0.5%) | RM2,205 | RM1,715 |
| Lawyer, sale agreement (incl. 8% SST) | RM6,615 | RM6,615 |
| Lawyer, loan agreement (incl. 8% SST) | RM5,954 | RM4,631 |
| Cash needed before keys | RM72,574 | RM199,161 |
| State consent fee for foreigners | – | 3% of the price or RM30,000 (Johor) |
Estimates only. Stamp duty: 1–4% tiers for Malaysians and PRs, 8% flat for foreigners from 1 Jan 2026. Legal fees follow the Solicitors’ Remuneration Order 2023. First-time Malaysian buyers of homes up to RM500,000 may get a stamp duty exemption until 2027. Valuation, disbursements and moving costs are not included.
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Frequently asked questions
How many units are there and what sizes?
There are 291 apartments in seven layouts with two to four bedrooms, from 932 to 1,558 sq ft, according to the developer. Mudah records the block as 21 storeys.
Is Central Residences freehold?
Yes. PropertyGuru, Mudah and PropertyGenie all record freehold tenure.
Can a foreigner buy here?
In Johor a foreign buyer generally needs to pay at least RM1 million per residential property, with state consent. Since 1 July 2025 Johor charges foreign buyers a consent levy of 3% of the price or RM30,000, whichever is higher, and stamp duty on transfers to foreigners is a flat 8% from 1 January 2026. Bumiputera lots, low-cost and affordable units, Malay Reserve land and single or one-and-a-half-storey terraces are closed to foreigners. PropertyGuru asking prices at Central Residences start around RM488,000, so most units are well below RM1 million; at most, only the largest layouts at the top of the asking range could qualify, and only if the unit is not on a Bumiputera lot.
How much does a unit rent for?
Mudah rental listings in October 2026 asked about RM1,300 to RM2,000 a month. There were only three listings, so check current adverts for your layout.
Berapa harga Central Residences?
Harga tawaran di PropertyGuru (Oktober 2026) bermula sekitar RM488,000, iaitu RM444 hingga RM683 sekaki persegi. Sewa di Mudah sekitar RM1,300 hingga RM2,000 sebulan. Pegangan bebas dan siap pada 2023.
Central Residences 价格多少？租金多少？
根据PropertyGuru（2026年10月），挂牌价约RM48.8万起，每平方尺约RM444至RM683；Mudah上月租约RM1,300至RM2,000。共291个单位，永久地契，2023年完工。
Which schools are near Central Residences?
On map data, the nearest schools are Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Taman Daya 2 (~1.4 km), Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) Foon Yew 5 (~1.5 km), Austin Heights Schools (~1.5 km). Distances are straight-line from the building.
Is there a train or bus station near Central Residences?
The nearest stations on map data are Johor Jaya Express Bus Terminal (~4.0 km), Johor Jaya Square (~4.0 km).
What is the nearest hospital and mall to Central Residences?
The nearest hospital on map data is Sultan Ismail Hospital (~3.0 km), and the nearest mall is Toppen Shopping Centre (~3.1 km).
How much cash do I need to buy at Central Residences?
For a unit at RM490,000,, a Malaysian buyer with a 90% loan needs about RM4,631 before getting the keys, covering the down payment, stamp duty and legal fees. A foreign buyer with a 70% loan needs about RM72,574, before the state consent fee. The full table is in "What buying here costs in 2026".
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Buying, selling or renting: one conversation, no obligation.
Jason Lim
10 years in Malaysian property · Johor Bahru & Kuala Lumpur · REN 84424 · IQI Realty Sdn. Bhd. E (1) 1584/6
I work with local families, investors and buyers from Singapore and overseas. If a project is not right for what you need, I will say so; that is usually worth more than the brochure.