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Daya 1 Residences

Taman Daya, Johor Bahru, Johor

Daya 1 Residences is a freehold serviced apartment development by Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad, rising in the established Taman Daya township (also known locally as Fu Lin Yuan / 福林园) in Johor Bahru, J...

Price From

From RM364,000

Built-up

590 - 954 sqft

Tenure

Freehold

Completion

Est. 2029

Last checked: August 2026 · brochure completion reference: Est. 2029

Daya 1 Residences serviced residence project view in Taman Daya, Johor Bahru, Johor

Quick Project Decision

Lewis investment analysis

Good investment?

YES. Worth shortlisting if the latest nett price, layout and rent evidence still check out.

Best for

Investor. Long-term holding / Entry budget / Transit access.

Ask before booking

Latest nett price, available unit stack, floor/layout plan, car park allocation and alternatives.

Project Details Table

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Project Name

Daya 1 Residences

Location

Taman Daya, Johor Bahru, Johor

Developer

Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad

Tenure

Freehold

Completion Year

Est. 2029

Price From

From RM364,000

Built-up Range

590 - 954 sqft

Bedrooms

1 - 3

Total Units

2 towers (Tower A: Levels 4-34, Tower B: Levels 5-34) — exact unit count not disclosed

Nearest Mall

AEON Mall Tebrau City / Lotus's Desa Tebrau — 4.1km

Key selling points

Freehold serviced apartments in the established Taman Daya township, developed by Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad

2 residential towers with 6 unit types from 590 to 954 sqft, including three Private Enclosed Space (PES) variants

4th-floor multi-generational facility deck: splash pad, wading pool, jacuzzi, pool cabana, gym, forest-themed playset, chess plaza, fitness stations, sunset deck and reflexology path

Within the integrated TD Central / TD Point neighbourhood, steps from Taman Daya's own retail and F&B cluster

Minutes from AEON Mall Tebrau City, IKEA Tebrau, Sultan Ismail Hospital and Mount Austin

Direct access to Tebrau Highway, Pasir Gudang Highway and the Eastern Dispersal Link (EDL)

Long-term holdingEntry budgetTransit access

Price and unit guide

Use these numbers as a shortlist guide. Confirm latest nett price, rebate and available units before booking.

3 investment scenarios

A simple stress test factoring in vacancy buffer, rental guide and monthly holding guide. Confirm real rent, loan terms and package before booking.

Scenario

Conservative

Monthly Rent

RM 1,150

Cash Gap

-RM 840
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Gross Yield

3.8%

Vacancy Buffer

2 months / year

Monthly Holding

RM 1,798

What it means

Stress-test case. Use this when you want more buffer for vacancy, furnishing and rental competition.

Scenario

Balanced

Monthly Rent

RM 1,250

Cash Gap

-RM 652
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Gross Yield

4.1%

Vacancy Buffer

1 month / year

Monthly Holding

RM 1,798

What it means

Base planning case. Useful for checking whether the project still feels comfortable after normal vacancy buffer.

Scenario

Optimistic

Monthly Rent

RM 1,350

Cash Gap

-RM 504
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Gross Yield

4.5%

Vacancy Buffer

0.5 month / year

Monthly Holding

RM 1,798

What it means

Upside case. Only use after checking strong furnished rental evidence and tenant demand.

This is a decision guide, not a guaranteed return. It excludes personal tax, insurance, special assessment and future rate changes.

Cost and affordability check

Hidden cost guide

SPA / legal buffer (SPA = Sale & Purchase Agreement)

RM 3,640

Developer package may absorb part of this.

Stamp duty buffer

RM 10,920

Final amount depends on buyer profile and latest rules.

Loan agreement buffer

RM 1,820

Confirm with bank and lawyer before booking.

Renovation / move-in buffer

RM 9,100

Useful for curtains, lights, appliances and defects follow-up.

Estimated cash to start

RM 36,400 down payment + RM 25,480 upfront buffers

The cash buffer figure shown in the calculator below already includes these upfront buffers.

Monthly Holding Cost

Quick guide only. Lewis can help check a more realistic bank package before you book.

Estimated instalment

RM 1,490

Maintenance guide

RM 207

Sinking fund guide

RM 21

Monthly holding guide

RM 1,798

Cash buffer guide

RM 52,780

Location intelligence

Use this as a viewing checklist. Confirm exact travel time with Google Maps or Waze on your actual viewing day.

Nearest mall

AEON Mall Tebrau City / Lotus's Desa Tebrau — 4.1km

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Nearest hospital

Sultan Ismail Hospital — 4.2km

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Nearest university / school

Mount Austin & Austin Heights Private & International Schools

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Viewing checklist

Check route timing for work, school, and family needs.

Compare layout, facing, floor level, and maintenance cost.

Review brochure facts before booking or submitting loan.

Ask for nearby competing supply before deciding.

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Lewis investment analysis

The opinion, score, yield estimate, risks and alternatives are grouped here so the page stays light at first glance.

Worth shortlisting if the latest nett price, layout and rent evidence still check out.

Suitable for

InvestorFirst-Time BuyerOwn-Stay BuyerLong-Term HolderTransit-Focused Buyer

Avoid if

Short-Term FlipperBuyer needing immediate move-in

May not suit buyers who need to move in immediately or inspect the exact completed unit.

May not suit families who prioritise school and park convenience above all else.

Risk

Low-Medium

Holding Period

5-10 years

Confidence

8.4/10

Before you book

Best Units To Ask First

Ask first for 1 - 3 room layouts with efficient usable space.

For rental, compare smallest practical layout against maintenance fee and furnishing budget.

For own stay, prioritise quieter facing, parking convenience and future family needs over the cheapest unit only.

Unit Stack / Facing Guide

Ask for available stack, floor level, facing, afternoon sun exposure and nearby road/noise direction.

For Taman Daya, Johor Bahru, compare convenience against privacy, view and traffic movement before choosing a unit.

Shortlist at least two layouts so you have a backup if the preferred stack is taken.

Questions Before Booking

What is the latest nett price and package for Daya 1 Residences?

Is the rebate confirmed in writing and until when is it valid?

Which unit stacks, floor levels and facings are still available?

What are the layout types and exact built-up sizes?

How many car parks are included and where are they located?

What is the estimated maintenance fee and sinking fund?

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FAQ and enquiry

Common buyer questions, related projects and a shorter enquiry form for next-step checks.

Buyer questions

Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad's official price list runs from RM364,000 for the 590 sqft Type A up to RM659,000 for the 954 sqft Type C 3-bedroom. WhatsApp Lewis for the current nett price, tower, level and remaining unit availability before booking.

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