How much does The Straits View Duo cost?
Gross prices start from about RM398,000 for the 645 sq ft units, from about RM538,000 for the 888 sq ft units and from about RM710,000 for the 1,293 sq ft units, with prices from RM550 per sq ft. These are launch figures from the developer's summary, so the final price depends on the unit and floor and is confirmed on the developer's current price list. The booking fee is RM2,000.
Is The Straits View Duo freehold?
Yes, the land is freehold and covers 3.3 acres. The title is a commercial title under the Housing Development Act (HDA).
Where is The Straits View Duo located?
It is in the Permas Jaya commercial hub in Masai, Johor Bahru, on Jalan Permas 9/3 in Bandar Baru Permas Jaya (postcode 81750). AEON Permas Jaya, Mid Valley Southkey and IKEA Tebrau are close by, and the site connects to five highways: Pasir Gudang Highway, JB East Coast Highway, the EDL Expressway, Tebrau Highway and the North-South Expressway.
How far is The Straits View Duo from the CIQ and Bukit Chagar RTS station?
The developer says Bukit Chagar RTS Station, the CIQ (the Johor Bahru checkpoint for the crossing to Singapore) and Johor Bahru city centre are each under an 8-minute drive away, and that a shuttle bus service to them is planned. No distance in kilometres is published and the 8-minute figure is the developer's own estimate, so it is worth testing the drive at peak hours.
How many units and towers does The Straits View Duo have?
There are two towers, Bloom and Aster, described as 33 storeys. They hold 715 residential units above the Level 6 facilities floor, with 13 units per floor, plus 15 retail units on the ground floor, on a 3.3-acre site. Each tower has its own private lobby with a concierge-style reception.
What unit types and sizes does The Straits View Duo have?
There are eight layouts. Type A is 645 sq ft (1 bedroom plus study), while A1 at 847 sq ft and A2 at 789 sq ft are 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. Types B, B1 and B2 are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms at 888, 888 and 937 sq ft. Type C is 1,293 sq ft and Type C1 is 1,529 sq ft (dual key), both with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
When will The Straits View Duo be completed?
The project launched in August 2025 and is under construction. The developer estimates completion in August 2029.
Who is the developer of The Straits View Duo?
It is developed by Permas Jaya Sdn Bhd, a subsidiary of BRDB Developments, and is the first serviced apartment launched by Permas Jaya. Permas Jaya has been shaping townships in Johor since the 1980s. BRDB Developments was established in 1964 and has delivered projects including The Troika, 111 Menerung and Bangsar Shopping Centre.
What facilities does The Straits View Duo have?
More than 30 facilities on the Level 6 facilities floor, including an infinity pool, pool deck, bedding pool, wading pool, splash pad, jacuzzi, gym and yoga room, multipurpose hall and badminton court, indoor golf, co-working space, sauna, nursery and a surau. The development is GreenRE-certified, EV-ready and has 24/7 security.
Can foreigners buy The Straits View Duo?
According to the developer's summary, foreign buyers are not eligible for this project. The same summary says KWSP (EPF) withdrawal can be used towards the down payment.
What are the booking fee, maintenance fee and car parks at The Straits View Duo?
The booking fee is RM2,000 and maintenance is quoted at RM0.37 per sq ft including the sinking fund. Type A comes with 1 car park and every other type with 2. Units come with a digital lockset, and buyers must use the developer's panel lawyers and banks.
Is The Straits View Duo better for own stay or for renting out?
The layouts run from a 645 sq ft one-bedroom-plus-study to 1,529 sq ft four-bedroom homes, and every type except Type A has 2 car parks. The developer's material does not publish rental figures or a rental guarantee, so anyone buying to let should work out the likely yield from the price paid and current rents nearby. The drive times to the RTS and CIQ are the developer's own figures and worth checking in person.
