If you are searching for a new launch in Johor Bahru City Centre, The Celestz @ Kebun Teh by EXSIM will probably appear on your shortlist because of one line in its description: minutes from the CIQ Checkpoint and the upcoming RTS Link Bukit Chagar station. This guide sets out what has been published, which unit types exist, what the developer's price range means in practice, and the questions to settle before you book.
The Celestz at a glance
- Developer: EXSIM, as Phase 2 of The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh masterplan
- Scale: a 42-storey tower with 735 units, a Level 11 podium deck and a sky BBQ and pavilion on Level 42
- Tenure: leasehold
- Sizes: 581 to 915 sq ft
- Price range: RM543,800 to RM1,001,000 in the developer's advertising permit footer (November 2026 e-brochure)
- Completion: February 2031 (expected, per the developer's permit footer)
- Status: registration open
The full fact sheet and floor plans are on the The Celestz project page, and you can look around before you visit with the 360° virtual tour.
Why the location is the story
The Celestz sits on Jalan Kebun Teh, close to Jalan Tun Abdul Razak and the Tebrau Highway. The developer's location map places it north of the CIQ Checkpoint area, with KSL City Mall, Komtar JBCC, Johor Bahru City Square and Mid Valley Southkey all within a short drive.
The larger point is the cross-border rail link. The upcoming RTS Link Bukit Chagar station is planned to connect directly into Woodlands North on Singapore's Thomson-East Coast Line. If you want to understand how that project has been shaping Johor demand, read our explainer on the RTS Link and Johor property, and for the wider economic backdrop see what the Johor-Singapore SEZ means for property right now. Neither is a promise of price growth, and you should treat the RTS Link timing as something to verify rather than assume.
Unit types and the price range
Three layout groups have been published:
| Type | Size | Layout |
|---|---|---|
| A | 581 sq ft | 1 bedroom + study, 1 bathroom + 1 WC |
| B | 753 sq ft | 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms |
| C1 / C1A | 915 sq ft | 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, with balcony |
| C2 / C2A | 915 sq ft | 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, no balcony |
The developer's advertising permit footer lists prices from RM543,800 to RM1,001,000 across all types. Treat that as a budgeting band rather than a quote, and ask for the official price list to see where each type and floor sits within it.
Who it suits, and who it may not
- Buyers with a Singapore link: people who cross the border for work or family and want a base close to the checkpoint and the planned rail link.
- Own-stay buyers wanting a city-centre address: the mall cluster nearby and the range from a 1-bedroom plus study to a 3-bedroom cover single buyers through to families.
- Investors comfortable with a 2031 handover: returns are not guaranteed and depend on the price you pay, your unit type and the rental market at completion.
It is a weaker fit if you want freehold, since this is leasehold, or if you need to move in soon, since completion is expected in February 2031.
Questions to ask before you book
- What is the confirmed price for my unit type and floor, and how does it compare with the advertised range?
- How many years remain on the lease, and what are the terms for renewal?
- What is the payment schedule, booking fee and downpayment, and are there any developer rebates or packages?
- What is the current timeline for the RTS Link Bukit Chagar station, and what is the actual travel time from the site?
- Which units still have a balcony (C1/C1A) and which do not (C2/C2A)?
- What are the estimated service charge and sinking fund per sq ft?
- How does the 735-unit scale affect lift waiting times and facility access, and what does Phase 1 of The Asteriaz look like today?
Before you commit, it helps to read our guides on freehold vs leasehold in Malaysia, how much you need to put down on a new launch and the 2026 foreign buyer stamp duty rules, since buyers based in Singapore often fall into the foreign-buyer category.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does The Celestz @ Kebun Teh cost?
The developer's advertising permit lists prices from RM543,800 to RM1,001,000 across the project, depending on type and floor. Prices by type are in the developer's price list, so ask for the current price list before relying on the range.
What unit types are available at The Celestz?
There are three layout groups: Type A at 581 sq ft with 1 bedroom plus study, Type B at 753 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and Type C1/C1A/C2/C2A at 915 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, with or without a balcony.
Is The Celestz freehold or leasehold?
The Celestz is a leasehold development. The remaining lease period is not stated in the material we hold, so ask the developer for the exact tenure details in writing before you pay a booking fee.
Who is the developer and when will it complete?
The Celestz is developed by EXSIM as Phase 2 of The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh masterplan. The developer's permit footer gives an expected completion of February 2031, which may change.
How close is The Celestz to the RTS Link and the CIQ Checkpoint?
The Celestz is described as minutes from the CIQ Checkpoint and from the upcoming RTS Link Bukit Chagar station, which will connect to Woodlands North on Singapore's Thomson-East Coast Line. Exact walking or driving times have not been published, so check the route yourself and ask the sales team.