Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru | Freehold with CIQ Shuttle
Paragon Gateway is Joland's big freehold play in the Johor Bahru city area: four towers, 2,136 homes and a facility deck on Level 10 with more than forty listed amenities. Its selling points are practical ones, a free shuttle to the CIQ and a partly furnished handover.
Our assessment in brief. It works well for Singapore commuters and for households who want a three-bedroom unit with two parking bays. It works less well for anyone who wants a quiet, low-density building or a finished home this year.
Project Information
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Development | Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru |
| Developer | Joland (Paragon Premium Sdn Bhd) |
| Property Type | High Rise Condominium (serviced residence) |
| Tenure | Freehold |
| Land Title | Residential |
| Total Units | 2,136 in four towers |
| Location | Johor Bahru, Johor |
| Car Parks | One bay for Types A to C, two for Types D, D1 and E |
| Expected Completion | August 2027 (developer's estimate) |
Unit Types & Built-up
| Type | Built-up | Layout |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | ±499 sq ft | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom |
| Type B | ±648 sq ft | 1 + study Bedroom + 1 Bathroom |
| Type C | ±788 sq ft | 2 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom |
| Type D | ±915 sq ft | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom |
| Type D1 | ±915 sq ft | 3 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom |
| Type E | ±1,177 sq ft | 3 Bedroom + 3 Bathroom |
Six plans cover the whole project. More than two-thirds of the homes are one- or two-bedroom units, so three-bedroom stock (D, D1 and E) is the scarcer part of the mix.
Why Choose Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru?
- Free CIQ shuttle — the developer runs a complimentary service from the towers to the checkpoint.
- Freehold tenure — no lease term to watch, on a residential title.
- A large facility deck — pools of several kinds, a sky gym, a squash court, a co-office and an e-game arena on Level 10.
- Partly furnished — air-conditioners in every room plus built-in kitchen cabinets, wardrobes and a digital door lock.
- Two bays for the big units — Types D, D1 and E are allocated two car park bays each.
Where Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru Falls Short
- A crowded address — 2,136 homes sit on 5.24 acres, and the first two towers run 20 units along each floor.
- Commercial electricity tariff — the project summary states that power is billed at the commercial rate despite the residential title.
- Still a construction site on paper — completion is estimated for August 2027, and our newest summary is from December 2023.
- Small entry units — the 499 sq ft Type A combines the dining area and kitchen in one space.
Who Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru Suits
Singapore commuters who value a free ride to the checkpoint, young couples starting in a one- or two-bedroom unit, and families who need three bedrooms and two parking bays in the city. It is a poor fit for buyers who want a small, quiet block or who need the keys before 2027.
Where the Build Stands
The project launched in 2023. When the December 2023 summary was issued, Tower D had not yet opened for sale and construction had not started, and the developer estimated completion for August 2027. Buyers should ask for the current progress certificate and the completion date written into the SPA.
Location & Connectivity
The developer markets the project simply as Johor Bahru city area and publishes travel times instead of an address. A hospital, a university, a hypermarket and Mid Valley Southkey are all listed within an eight-minute drive.
- Proposed BRT station — a 2-minute drive
- Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau — a 3-minute drive
- City University Malaysia — a 4-minute drive
- Paragon Market Place — a 4-minute drive
- Giant Hypermarket Southern City — a 5-minute drive
- Grand Paragon Hotel — a 6-minute drive
- The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey — a 7-minute drive
- Larkin Sentral — an 8-minute drive
- CIQ — free developer shuttle
How the House Is Laid Out
Type A puts one bedroom beside an open living, dining and kitchen area, with a yard at the entrance. Type B adds a study corner. Type C sets the master bedroom and its bathroom on the balcony side, with the second bedroom and a second bathroom behind. Types D and D1 fit three bedrooms and two bathrooms into 915 sq ft, and Type E spreads three bedrooms, three bathrooms and two balconies over 1,177 sq ft.
About Joland
Paragon Premium Sdn Bhd is the developing company, working from offices in the Grand Paragon Hotel building in Johor Bahru.
Joland Group fronts the project; the brochure for the first two towers also names Kuo Pacific Group as joint-venture partner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru freehold or leasehold?
Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru is held on a freehold title. The land use is Residential.
How many units does Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru have?
2,136 in four towers.
What unit sizes are available at Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru?
6 layouts are offered — Type A at ±499 sq ft (1 Bedroom + 1 Bathroom); Type B at ±648 sq ft (1 + study Bedroom + 1 Bathroom); Type C at ±788 sq ft (2 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom); Type D at ±915 sq ft (3 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom); Type D1 at ±915 sq ft (3 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom); Type E at ±1,177 sq ft (3 Bedroom + 3 Bathroom).
Is Paragon Gateway suitable for Singapore commuters?
It is one of its clearest strengths. The developer lays on a free shuttle between the towers and the CIQ.
Which towers at Paragon Gateway are less crowded?
Towers C and D. They have 10 units a floor, against 20 a floor in Towers A and B.
Is Paragon Gateway GreenRE certified?
The Phase 2 brochure states that the project is approved by GreenRE, the Malaysian green building certification body.
What is the largest layout at Paragon Gateway?
Type E, at 1,177 sq ft, with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, two balconies and two car park bays.
Is parking included with the unit at Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru?
One bay for Types A to C, two for Types D, D1 and E.
When is Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru expected to be completed?
The expected completion is August 2027 (developer's estimate).
Where is Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru located?
Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru is located in Johor Bahru, Johor.
Who is the developer of Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru?
Paragon Gateway Johor Bahru is developed by Joland (Paragon Premium Sdn Bhd).
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