Puteri Harbour, Iskandar Puteri · Completed · Serviced apartments
Southern Marina Residences
Two completed freehold marina-front towers at Puteri Harbour, finished in 2018, with large units, private marina views on the south side and permit prices from RM1,087,840.
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Jason’s take
Finished freehold units on the Puteri Harbour marina, with permit prices from about RM1.09 million, so they suit foreign buyers. Resale listings ask far less than the developer's price, so compare both before you buy.
Jason Lim · REN 84424 · IQI Realty Sdn. Bhd. E (1) 1584/6
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Southern Marina 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
Southern Marina Residences
Project code 13788-1
Address
Lebuh Bahtera, Puteri Harbour
On the waterfront facing the Johor Strait
Tenure
Freehold
Completed
December 2018
Certificate of fitness issued
Towers
2 towers, 32 and 34 floors
12.5 acres, 5 lifts per block
Units
456
More than three-quarters are corner units
Sizes
769–3,317 sq ft
1+1 bed to penthouse, at least 9 layout types per the developer
Foreign buyers
Most units qualify
Permit prices start above RM1 million; state consent needed
Why this address
Four things buyers weigh at Southern Marina Residences
A ready, freehold marina address that clears Johor’s foreign-buyer floor. Here is the case, and the catch.
On the marina
North-facing units look over the public marina and south-facing units over the private marina, with the ferry terminal about 0.5 km away.
Ready and freehold
Completed in 2018, so you can view the actual unit before you buy. Most units are corners.
Open to foreign buyers
Permit prices started at RM1,087,840, so many units meet Johor’s RM1 million floor, subject to state consent.
What to weigh: resale prices
Compare the developer’s price with recent resale transactions in the same tower. Asking prices on PropertyGuru ran from about RM600,000, and the Second Link is about 18 km away.
The development
Southern Marina Residences, decoded
Two towers of 32 and 34 floors on 12.5 acres, with 5 lifts per block. The certificate of fitness was issued in December 2018.
Facilities
As listed by the developer and other sources.
Water
Pools and spa
- 50 m lap pool
- Wading pool
- Jacuzzi
- Steam room and sauna
Active
Sports and fitness
- Gym
- Tennis court
- Half basketball court
- Playground
Residents
Shared spaces
- Multipurpose hall
- BBQ area
- Gardens
- 24-hour access-controlled security
Where the project is now
Layouts
All 9 Southern Marina Residences layouts
9 layout types, from 769 to 3,317 sq ft. Sizes from the developer’s published plans, checked October 2026. Tap any layout and the drawing comes to your WhatsApp.
Type A1 — 769 sq ft
1+1 bed 1 bath · 769 sq ft · entry layout; 71.47 sqm
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Type A2 — 840 sq ft
1+1 bed 1 bath · 840 sq ft · 78.03 sqm
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Price and rent by layout
What each layout is asking at Southern Marina Residences
Asking prices and rents seen on PropertyGuru 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type A1 | 769 sq ft | RM600,000–790,000 | – | 3 |
| Type B1 | 1,260 sq ft | RM1.2m | – | 1 |
| Type B3 | 1,306 sq ft | RM1.2m | – | 1 |
| Type C2 | 2,001 sq ft | RM1.68m | – | 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
Gallery
Southern Marina Residences in pictures
Images from the developer’s marketing material unless stated. Ask for the full set on WhatsApp.
Location & connectivity
Where Southern Marina Residences sits
Lebuh Bahtera, on the Puteri Harbour waterfront facing the Johor Strait, Iskandar Puteri.
The government record
The statutory name is Southern Marina Residences
This is what the Ministry of Housing records from the developer’s statutory returns: the price band on the advertising permit. The project is complete, so units now trade on the subsale market.
| Project code | Registered name | Units | Price band on the permit | Built | Keys due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13788-1 | Southern Marina Residences | 456 | RM1,087,840 – RM5,799,500 | Completed | Dec 2018 |
Read from KPKT TEDUH, project 13788-1.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Price on the permit developer’s filed range | RM1,087,840 – RM5,799,500 | KPKT TEDUH |
| Asking price about 100 listings | About RM600,000 – RM2.5 million (about RM780–1,220 psf) | PropertyGuru, Oct 2026 |
| Asking rent listing portals | About RM2,900 – RM8,500 a month | PropertyGuru, Oct 2026 |
Listing prices are asking prices, not transactions. Ask Jason for recent transactions.
Completed project
Buying, selling or renting at Southern Marina Residences
Southern Marina Residences was completed in 2018, so units here are bought and sold on the subsale market and many are rented out. Asking prices on property portals are not what buyers actually paid. Recorded transaction prices are published in the NAPIC open transaction data, and Jason can pull recent transactions for the unit type you are interested in.
- Title. The land is freehold. Confirm whether the individual strata or land title has been issued for the unit, as this affects how the transfer is done.
- Arrears and condition. Ask for the management statement, recent quit rent and assessment receipts, and check for defects or renovation work.
- Tenanted or vacant? A tenanted unit gives rental income from day one, but the tenancy may continue after the sale.
- Foreign buyers. A subsale unit must still meet Johor’s minimum price for foreigners (generally RM1 million) and needs state consent; stamp duty for foreigners buying a home is 8% from 2026, and Johor’s consent levy is 3% of the price or RM30,000, whichever is higher.
Own a unit here, or want one?
Owners get a free valuation or rental estimate. Buyers and tenants get recent transacted prices and available units. Jason replies on WhatsApp.
Step-by-step guides: buying a subsale property · selling your property · renting out or renting
Track record
About Southern Marina Development Sdn. Bhd.
Southern Marina Residences was developed by Southern Marina Development Sdn Bhd, a joint venture of PPB Group Berhad, Kuok Brothers Sdn Berhad and Khazanah Nasional Berhad.
Around the building
What is near Southern Marina Residences
The closest places on the map, measured in a straight line from the building. Driving distances are longer.
🚉 Getting around
- Terminal Bas~1.2 km
🛍️ Malls
- Mall of Medini~3.2 km
- Box in Box~3.6 km
- Big Box Retail Park~3.9 km
🎓 Schools
- SK Medini~2.0 km
- SK Sikijang~2.0 km
- Raffles American International School~2.6 km
🏛️ Colleges and universities
- Marlborough College Malaysia~3.4 km
- University of Reading Malaysia~5.0 km
- Newcastle University Medicine Malaysia~5.2 km
🏥 Hospitals
- Afiniti Wellness~2.9 km
- Columbia Asia Hospital Iskandar Puteri~7.6 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
Layouts here run from about 769 to 3,317 sq ft. 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.
- ⚠️ Serviced apartments usually sit on commercial land. Utility tariffs and some loan terms can be less favourable than for a residential title.
- ⚠️ 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 RM2,500,000, 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 | RM2,500,000 | RM2,500,000 |
| Down payment | RM250,000 | RM750,000 |
| Loan amount | RM2,250,000 | RM1,750,000 |
| Stamp duty on transfer (MOT) | RM84,000 | RM200,000 |
| Stamp duty on loan (0.5%) | RM11,250 | RM8,750 |
| Lawyer, sale agreement (incl. 8% SST) | RM28,350 | RM28,350 |
| Lawyer, loan agreement (incl. 8% SST) | RM25,650 | RM20,250 |
| Cash needed before keys | RM399,250 | RM1,007,350 |
| 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
What is the price of Southern Marina Residences?
The price band on the advertising permit for Southern Marina Residences is RM1,087,840 to RM5,799,500, according to KPKT TEDUH records. Final prices depend on the unit and floor.
Is Southern Marina Residences completed?
Southern Marina Residences is completed (December 2018).
Who is the developer of Southern Marina Residences, and is it freehold?
Southern Marina Residences is developed by Southern Marina Development. The tenure is freehold.
Where is Southern Marina Residences located?
Southern Marina Residences is a serviced apartment project in Puteri Harbour, Iskandar Puteri, with 456 units. The map and nearby landmarks are in the fact sheet above.
Can foreigners buy Southern Marina Residences?
Foreign buyers in Johor generally need a property priced at RM1 million or more (the state minimum can vary by area and type), plus state consent, and cannot buy Bumiputera lots. At Southern Marina Residences, the prices start from RM1,087,840, so most units clear the usual minimum. Read the full guide: Can foreigners buy property in Malaysia?
How do I get the latest price list, floor plans or a viewing for Southern Marina Residences?
WhatsApp Jason Lim (REN 84424, IQI Realty) at +60 16-341 6299. He can send the latest price list and available units, floor plans, a full cost estimate, and arrange a viewing. There is no obligation.
Berapa harga Southern Marina Residences dan bila siap?
Southern Marina Residences terletak di Puteri Harbour, Iskandar Puteri (pangsapuri servis). Julat harga dalam permit iklan ialah RM1,087,840 hingga RM5,799,500 (rekod KPKT TEDUH). Sudah siap (Disember 2018). WhatsApp Jason untuk harga terkini, pelan lantai dan lawatan.
Southern Marina Residences 价格多少？什么时候完工？
Southern Marina Residences位于依斯干达公主城公主港，属于服务式公寓项目。根据房屋及地方政府部（KPKT TEDUH）记录，广告准证价格范围约RM108.8万至RM580万。已于2018年12月完工。欢迎WhatsApp Jason索取最新价格表、平面图或预约看房。
Which schools are near Southern Marina Residences?
On map data, the nearest schools are SK Medini (~2.0 km), SK Sikijang (~2.0 km), Raffles American International School (~2.6 km). Distances are straight-line from the building.
Is there a train or bus station near Southern Marina Residences?
The nearest stations on map data are Terminal Bas (~1.2 km).
What is the nearest hospital and mall to Southern Marina Residences?
The nearest hospital on map data is Afiniti Wellness (~2.9 km), and the nearest mall is Mall of Medini (~3.2 km).
How much cash do I need to buy at Southern Marina Residences?
For a unit at RM2,500,000,, a Malaysian buyer with a 90% loan needs about RM20,250 before getting the keys, covering the down payment, stamp duty and legal fees. A foreign buyer with a 70% loan needs about RM399,250, before the state consent fee. The full table is in "What buying here costs in 2026".
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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.