The Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) project is progressing smoothly and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. If everything proceeds according to plan, this rail system, which connects Singapore and Johor Bahru in Malaysia, will officially begin operations in January 2027. Once operational, the RTS will become a key driver of regional economic growth. Furthermore, the government has restarted the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore High-Speed Rail (HSR) project, with its final station located in the highly anticipated Forest City. The combination of these two significant infrastructure projects will undoubtedly bring a surge of population flow to the greater Johor Bahru area, injecting new vitality into the real estate market and various other industries.
Even before the HSR is completed, the RTS and the use of QR code for customs clearance have already begun to show positive effects. The improved convenience of cross-border travel has led to an increase in the number of Singaporeans and cross-border commuters (people who work in Singapore but live in Malaysia) considering real estate investments in Johor Bahru. The demand for property in the Johor Bahru area is rising rapidly, especially in the city centre and its surrounding areas, where property prices are significantly increasing.
Due to the rising property prices and increased urban density in downtown Johor Bahru, more and more homebuyers are looking towards the outskirts for housing options. This shift is driving property development across the broader Johor Bahru region, leading to an overall boost in the real estate market in various parts of the city.
In addition to the booming real estate sector, other related industries are also benefiting from these developments. For example, retail, dining, and education sectors are seeing more consumers and potential customers. Furthermore, with an influx of Singaporean white-collar workers purchasing properties in Johor Bahru, not only are property prices continuing to rise, but the rental market demand is also increasing, providing new opportunities for investors.
Undoubtedly, the combined efforts of the RTS and HSR will inject powerful momentum into Johor Bahru’s economic growth. In the coming years, as these infrastructures are completed, Johor Bahru will not only become a more convenient city but also a hot spot for both investors and homebuyers. For those looking to gain an early advantage in this rapidly developing region, now is undoubtedly the ideal time. In summary, with improved infrastructure and more convenient cross-border travel, Johor Bahru’s real estate market will continue to heat up. Whether for living or investment purposes, Johor Bahru is poised to become a prime location brimming with potential and opportunities.
Source, reference credit to “RTS Link JB-SG“
The construction progress of the Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) project on the Malaysian side has surpassed a significant milestone, reaching 80.32%. The infrastructure construction is expected to be completed by the end of this year.
On August 15, Malaysia’s MRT Corporation (MRT Corp) posted an update on the RTS Link JB-SG Facebook page, announcing that the beam installation connecting Piers 1 and 1b, which spans across the Tebrau Highway in Johor Bahru, has been completed.
The post highlighted that this was no ordinary installation, as the DURA beams used will be the longest in the world for elevated rail bridges.
“We overcame unique site challenges by joining ten beams, each eight meters long, to form an 80-meter structure.”
The installed DURA beams weigh 320 metric tons and required meticulous planning, technical precision, and seamless collaboration among all parties involved.
With the project advancing as scheduled, the construction progress of the RTS project on the Malaysian side has reached 80.32%, and the infrastructure construction is expected to be completed by the end of this year.
The Johor Bahru-Singapore RTS system is projected to be completed by the end of 2026. Once operational, the journey between the two stations will take approximately five to six minutes, with a capacity to transport 10,000 passengers per hour in each direction. The system will run from 6 AM to midnight.
