JB city centre, Johor Bahru · New launch · Serviced apartments
UOA Residensi Aethera
A 52-storey freehold serviced apartment tower in Johor Bahru city by a UOA company. The lowest price on the permit is RM996,200, so almost every unit is priced at RM1 million or more, with keys due in August 2030.
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Jason’s take
One of the closest new launches to the RTS station, about 400 m, from a listed developer, and almost every unit clears the RM1 million foreign-buyer floor. It's still at day one of construction, though, so compare price per sq ft with completed towers before you commit.
Jason Lim · REN 84424 · IQI Realty Sdn. Bhd. E (1) 1584/6
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UOA Residensi Aethera 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
UOA Residensi Aethera
Registered as Residensi Aethera (31157-1)
Address
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Wadi Hana
Inside the Ibrahim International Business District
Tenure
Freehold
Keys due
11 August 2030
After an approved 18-month extension; brochure shows June 2030
Tower
1 × 52 storeys
About 1.21 acres
Units
786
Gross development value about RM800 million
Layouts
650–2,594 sq ft
1 bed + study to 4-bed duplex
Foreign buyers
Nearly all units in range
Lowest permit price RM996,200; state consent needed
Why this address
Four things buyers weigh at UOA Residensi Aethera
A freehold city-centre tower priced at the foreign-buyer floor, by a listed developer. Here is the case, and the catch.
Foreigner-friendly by price
The lowest price on the permit is RM996,200, just under RM1 million, so nearly all units clear Johor’s floor. State consent is still required.
Close to the RTS Link
RTS Link Bukit Chagar station is about 400 m away via a pedestrian link, about 6 minutes by train to Woodlands North, with JB Sentral and CIQ about 1 km away.
A listed developer
UOA is a Bursa-listed developer, which many buyers find reassuring. It does not remove construction risk, but it is worth weighing.
What to weigh: very early stage and price
Construction had not started at the last report, and keys are due in 2030. A 650 sq ft unit is priced near RM1 million, so compare price per square foot with completed projects nearby and look at realistic rents.
The development
UOA Residensi Aethera, decoded
One 52-storey tower on about 1.21 acres, with facilities on levels 12, 13 and the rooftop. The first SPA was signed in February 2026.
Facilities
From the developer’s approved advertisement, level by level.
Level 12
Level 12
- Gym
- Karaoke room
- Kindergarten
- Playground
- Racket court
- Entertainment room
- Laundry
- Social lounge
- Grill terrace
- Garden and meditation deck
Level 13
Level 13
- Multipurpose hall
- Lounge
- Garden pavilion
- Co-working space
- Two sky decks
Rooftop
Level 52 (rooftop)
- Infinity pool
- Children’s pool
- Hot pool
- Observation deck
- BBQ deck
- Sun deck
- Tree-lined promenade
Where the project is now
Layouts
All 8 UOA Residensi Aethera layouts
8 layout types, from 650 to 2,594 sq ft. Sizes from published floor plans and property records, checked October 2026. Tap any layout and the drawing comes to your WhatsApp.
Type A, A2 — 650 sq ft
2 bed 1 bath · 650 sq ft · entry 2-bed layout
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Type A1 — 650 sq ft
1 bed 1 bath · 650 sq ft · 1 bed + study version of Type A
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Type D, D1 (dual key) — 1,033 sq ft
3 bed 2 bath · 1,033 sq ft · dual key
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Type E — 1,315 sq ft
3 bed 2 bath · 1,315 sq ft · wet and dry kitchen
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Type F (duplex) — 2,411 sq ft
4 bed 4 bath · 2,411 sq ft · duplex
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Type G (duplex) — 2,594 sq ft
4 bed 4 bath · 2,594 sq ft · largest duplex
Get this floor planAsk price & availability →Gallery
UOA Residensi Aethera in pictures
Images from the developer’s marketing material unless stated. Ask for the full set on WhatsApp.
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 UOA Residensi Aethera sits
Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Wadi Hana, inside the Ibrahim International Business District, Johor Bahru city centre.
About 0.4 km in a straight line from the Bukit Chagar RTS Link station, the new train to Woodlands North. Compare it with other JB homes near the RTS Link station.
The government record
The statutory name is Residensi Aethera
This is what the Ministry of Housing records from the developer’s statutory returns: the price band on the advertising permit and the certified construction progress. A brochure price can be revised; the permit price was filed.
| Project code | Registered name | Units | Price band on the permit | Built | Keys due |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31157-1 | Residensi Aethera | 786 | RM996,200 – RM4,288,000 | 0% | 11 Aug 2030 |
Read from teduh.kpkt.gov.my on 30 September 2026. Open the filed advertisement (PDF).
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 | RM996,200 – RM4,288,000 | KPKT TEDUH |
| Asking price assignment listings | Roughly RM1,100–RM1,500 psf (2-bed from about RM672,000) | PropertyGuru, Oct 2026 |
Listing prices are asking prices, not transactions. Ask Jason for recent transactions and the current price list.
Track record
About Midtown Sanctuary Sdn. Bhd. (UOA group)
Midtown Sanctuary Sdn Bhd is part of UOA Group (UOA Development Bhd), a Bursa-listed developer from Kuala Lumpur.
Around the building
What is near UOA Residensi Aethera
The closest places on the map, measured in a straight line from the building. Driving distances are longer.
🚉 Getting around
- Bukit Chagar~400 m
- Johor Bahru Sentral~800 m
- Johor Bahru Sentral~800 m
🛍️ Malls
- Komtar JBCC~600 m
- SKS Tower~700 m
- Johor Bahru City Square~800 m
🎓 Schools
- Sekolah Kebangsaan (P) Bandar Tinggi~200 m
- Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) St. Joseph dan Sekolah Kebangsaan St. Joseph~200 m
- Sekolah Sri Johor Bahru~300 m
- SK & SMK Infant Jesus Convent~500 m
🏛️ Colleges and universities
- Olympia College Johor Bahru~800 m
- Kolej Vokasional Tanjung Puteri~1.1 km
- Kolej Kejuruteraan & Sains Kreatif~1.1 km
🏥 Hospitals
- Maria Hospital~200 m
- Century Orthopaedic Specialist Clinic~1.5 km
- Sultanah Aminah Hospital~1.6 km
Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Names as recorded on the map; check opening and enrolment details yourself.
Straight answers
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreigner buy at Aethera?
This is one of the few new launches where the lowest price on the permit, RM996,200, is already close to RM1 million, so most units meet Johor’s floor. State consent is still needed. Check a unit with Can a foreigner buy it?
Why is a 650 sq ft unit priced near RM1 million?
Pricing reflects the city-centre location, the brand and the facilities. Compare the price per square foot with completed projects nearby, and look at realistic rents before committing.
When is completion?
The brochure shows June 2030. The SPA date is 11 August 2030 after an approved extension. The SPA date is the one that counts for late delivery claims.
What is the price of UOA Residensi Aethera?
The price band on the advertising permit for UOA Residensi Aethera is RM996,200 to RM4,288,000, according to KPKT TEDUH records. Final prices depend on the unit and floor.
When will UOA Residensi Aethera be completed?
UOA Residensi Aethera is due for handover in August 2030, according to the SPA date in the ministry’s record.
Who is the developer of UOA Residensi Aethera, and is it freehold?
UOA Residensi Aethera is developed by UOA group (Midtown Sanctuary). The tenure is freehold.
Where is UOA Residensi Aethera located?
UOA Residensi Aethera is a serviced apartment project in Johor Bahru city centre, with 786 units. The map and nearby landmarks are in the fact sheet above.
Can foreigners buy UOA Residensi Aethera?
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 UOA Residensi Aethera, almost every unit on the permit is priced at RM1 million or more, 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 UOA Residensi Aethera?
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 UOA Residensi Aethera dan bila siap?
UOA Residensi Aethera terletak di pusat bandar Johor Bahru (pangsapuri servis). Julat harga dalam permit iklan ialah RM996,200 hingga RM4,288,000 (rekod KPKT TEDUH). Serahan kunci dijangka Ogos 2030 (mengikut SPA). WhatsApp Jason untuk harga terkini, pelan lantai dan lawatan.
UOA Residensi Aethera 价格多少？什么时候完工？
UOA Residensi Aethera位于新山市中心，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RM99.6万至RM428.8万。预计2030年8月交房（按买卖合约）。欢迎WhatsApp Jason索取最新价格表、平面图或预约看房。
Which schools are near UOA Residensi Aethera?
On map data, the nearest schools are Sekolah Kebangsaan (P) Bandar Tinggi (~200 m), Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) St. Joseph dan Sekolah Kebangsaan St. Joseph (~200 m), Sekolah Sri Johor Bahru (~300 m). Distances are straight-line from the building.
Is there a train or bus station near UOA Residensi Aethera?
The nearest stations on map data are Bukit Chagar (~400 m), Johor Bahru Sentral (~800 m), Johor Bahru Sentral (~800 m).
What is the nearest hospital and mall to UOA Residensi Aethera?
The nearest hospital on map data is Maria Hospital (~200 m), and the nearest mall is Komtar JBCC (~600 m).
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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.