“Designed for Daily RTS Living”
Aethera Residences is a freehold serviced apartment strategically located within the Bukit Chagar RTS district of Johor Bahru City Centre. The project enjoys direct connectivity to the future RTS Station via a dedicated 400m link bridge and covered walkway, allowing residents to reach the station comfortably regardless of weather conditions. The future ART station would be next to this building too.
Unlike many city-centre developments that focus heavily on short-term rental and investment positioning, Aetheria Residences is designed with a stronger emphasis on comfortable long-term living. The layouts, facilities, and overall concept are targeted towards owner-occupiers and buyers seeking a practical home within one of Johor Bahru’s most connected locations.
Key Highlights:
In our view, Aetheria occupies a unique position within the RTS corridor.
While many surrounding developments are marketed heavily towards investors, Airbnb operators, and short-term rental demand, Aetheria appears to place greater emphasis on creating a comfortable residential environment for long-term occupancy.
At approximately RM1,150 psf, the project is also competitively priced when compared to several other developments located within immediate RTS proximity. For buyers who want to enjoy the convenience of RTS without paying the highest premiums in the market, Aetheria offers an interesting balance between connectivity and value.
What we like:
One of the biggest reasons buyers consider Aethera is its combination of connectivity and liveability.
Many developments within the RTS corridor are positioned primarily as investment products, targeting short-term rental demand and future appreciation. Aethera takes a different approach by focusing on creating a more comfortable living environment for residents who intend to stay in the property long term.
The project enjoys approximately 400m of covered connectivity to the future RTS Station, making daily travel between Johor Bahru and Singapore highly convenient. At the same time, residents are not directly dependent on having retail components within the development itself, as the future RTS precinct is expected to become one of the busiest commercial and lifestyle hubs in Johor Bahru.
Another key advantage is the future ART station located directly beside the development. While RTS connects residents to Singapore, the ART network is expected to improve connectivity across Johor Bahru, allowing residents to travel conveniently within the city without relying entirely on private vehicles.
In our view, Aethera is not simply about living near RTS. It is about being connected to both Singapore and Johor Bahru’s future transportation network while enjoying a home designed for everyday living.
Why this matters:
One of the biggest reasons buyers consider Aethera is its combination of connectivity and liveability.
Many developments within the RTS corridor are positioned primarily as investment products, targeting short-term rental demand and future appreciation. Aethera takes a different approach by focusing on creating a more comfortable living environment for residents who intend to stay in the property long term.
The project enjoys approximately 400m of covered connectivity to the future RTS Station, making daily travel between Johor Bahru and Singapore highly convenient. At the same time, residents are not directly dependent on having retail components within the development itself, as the future RTS precinct is expected to become one of the busiest commercial and lifestyle hubs in Johor Bahru.
Another key advantage is the future ART station located directly beside the development. While RTS connects residents to Singapore, the ART network is expected to improve connectivity across Johor Bahru, allowing residents to travel conveniently within the city without relying entirely on private vehicles.
In our view, Aethera is not simply about living near RTS. It is about being connected to both Singapore and Johor Bahru’s future transportation network while enjoying a home designed for everyday living.
Why this matters:
Developer: UOA Development
Property Type: Serviced Apartment
Tenure: Freehold
Total Units: 786 Units
Tower: 1
Storeys: 52
Built-up: 639 sqft – 2,547 sqft
Starting Price: From RM722,500
Starting PSF: From RM1,150 psf
Maintenance Fee: Approximately RM0.55 psf
Distance to CIQ: Approximately 600m
Distance to RTS Station: Approximately 400m
Estimated Completion: Q2 2030
Download the project brochure to view more information about unit layouts, floor plans, facilities, pricing guide, location details, and project highlights.
