Is Maxim The Address a Good Investment?
Maxim The Address projects a gross rental yield of about 6–8% per annum — above the JB serviced-apartment average of roughly 4–5% — driven by three things competitors rarely combine: a freehold commercial-strata title that legally allows short-term rental, a dual-key layout that produces two rents from one title, and Singapore-supported tenant demand 3 km from the RTS Link. This page lays out the numbers and the risks honestly, so you can decide on fundamentals rather than marketing.
The three investment cases
Maxim The Address suits three distinct strategies. Pick the one that matches your capital and risk appetite.
1. The high-yield commuter studio (Type A, 450 sq ft, from RM426k).
Lowest capital outlay, highest proportional yield. Targets single Singapore-linked commuters and cross-border workers who want a freehold base near the RTS. Smallest cheque, deepest resale liquidity.
2. The dual-key dual-income unit (Type C, 865 sq ft, from RM816k).
Two self-contained sub-units under one title. Rent both for doubled effective rent, or live in one and let the other cover the mortgage. Also ideal for multigenerational families.
3. The legal short-stay / Airbnb play (any type).
Because the development carries a commercial strata title, short-term letting is permitted — unlike many residential-titled rivals where a JMB or the local council can ban Airbnb. Near a tourist-and-commuter border crossing, that legal certainty is the yield differentiator.
Why the yield is structurally higher
| Driver | Effect on yield |
|---|---|
| Commercial strata (legal short-term rental) | Unlocks nightly/short-stay rates and removes Airbnb-ban risk |
| ~3 km to JB CIQ & Bukit Chagar RTS (opens Jan 2027) | Singapore-linked tenants who earn SGD and pay RM rent |
| Freehold title | Stronger long-term capital preservation and resale premium |
| Entry below RM430k | Low capital base lifts the yield percentage on Type A |
| 44-facility podium + KSL Mall walkability | Supports occupancy and tenant retention |
Worked example (indicative, Type A)
- Purchase (SPA): RM426,000
- Indicative long-stay rent: RM2,100–2,800/month (corridor-dependent)
- Gross annual rent: RM25,200–33,600
- Gross yield: ~5.9%–7.9%
Short-stay operation can lift the gross figure further but adds management cost, vacancy variability and furnishing capex. Model your own numbers with the DMS Property Loan & ROI Calculator. These are illustrative figures, not a promise of returns.
The capital-appreciation angle
The strongest appreciation window historically falls between a transit project’s announcement and its opening. The RTS Link opens January 2027; Taman Pelangi land values have already risen 50–60% over five years toward RM600–700 psf. Add the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone, the Johor ART, and the Pelangi Leisure Mall / Plaza Pelangi redevelopment momentum, and the corridor has multiple overlapping catalysts.
The risks — stated plainly
- ~3 km from CIQ/RTS. Closer rivals exist; a proposed dedicated shuttle is intended to bridge the gap, but factor commute time into your tenant pitch.
- High density (2,743 units). Mitigated by ~2.25 units per lift per floor and 44 facilities, but it is not a boutique block.
- Long runway to completion (2029–2030). This is an off-plan, buy-and-hold play, not immediate cash flow.
- Larger units carry a premium PSF and a thinner resale pool than the studios.
- Yield is indicative. Actual returns depend on occupancy, management and market conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What rental yield can I expect at Maxim The Address?
Indicatively 6–8% gross per annum, versus a JB serviced-apartment average of roughly 4–5%, driven by Singapore-supported tenant demand and the commercial-strata short-stay allowance. Actual yield depends on occupancy and management.
Is Airbnb / short-term rental legal at Maxim The Address?
Yes — the development carries a commercial strata title, which permits short-term letting, unlike many residential-titled condos where it can be banned.
Is the dual-key unit worth it?
For income-focused investors, yes: the Type C lets you collect two rents from one title or offset your mortgage by living in one half. It carries a higher PSF, so it is a yield-and-flexibility play rather than the cheapest entry.
Is Maxim The Address a good investment in 2026?
It is structurally well-positioned — freehold, Airbnb-legal, dual-key, RTS-corridor — at a below-market entry. The main trade-offs are the ~3 km CIQ distance, high density, and the 2029–2030 completion runway.
Reviewed by Jason Chan, Malaysia property consultant (DMS Team). Projected yields are indicative and not a guarantee of returns. Property investment involves risk; seek independent financial and legal advice.
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