Maxim The Address Location & Connectivity
Maxim The Address sits on Jalan Abiad in Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru — about 3 km from the JB CIQ (Causeway checkpoint) and the upcoming Bukit Chagar RTS Link station, within walking distance of KSL City Mall and a short drive from Mid Valley Southkey. It is an established, mature township location rather than a construction frontier: the roads, schools, food and retail have been in place for decades. That combination — border proximity plus a fully built-up neighbourhood — is the core of its location appeal.
Distances at a glance
| Destination | Approx. distance | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| JB CIQ / Causeway checkpoint | ~3 km | The metric Singapore-linked tenants care about most |
| Bukit Chagar RTS Link station | ~3 km | Opens January 2027; ~5-min ride to Woodlands North, Singapore |
| KSL City Mall | ~900 m (walkable) | 300+ retail outlets, daily convenience for tenants |
| Plaza Pelangi | Nearby | Established retail & F&B in the township |
| Mid Valley Southkey | Short drive | Regional mall and lifestyle anchor |
| Major highways (Tebrau, EDL, JB city) | Immediate | Fast access across JB and to the Second Link |
The RTS Link advantage
The Johor Bahru–Singapore Rapid Transit System (RTS) Link is the single most important infrastructure driver in the corridor. It connects Bukit Chagar in JB to Woodlands North in Singapore in about five minutes, with capacity for up to 10,000 passengers per hour each way, and is on track to begin operations in January 2027. For a property roughly 3 km from the station, that means a future tenant pool of Singapore-based professionals who want JB living costs with a fast Singapore commute. A dedicated RTS/CIQ shuttle is planned for the development to bridge the last leg.
A mature township, not a frontier
Taman Pelangi has decades of built-up infrastructure: established schools and tuition centres, clinics, banks (including Maybank), wet markets and one of JB’s richest food scenes. Unlike newer fringe launches, tenants and owners do not wait years for amenities to arrive — they are already here, "stress-tested" over time. The area is also gentrifying fast, with the Pelangi Leisure Mall redevelopment (Exsim) and the mooted Plaza Pelangi acquisition signalling a retail renaissance often compared to the evolution of Bangsar in Kuala Lumpur.
Honest note on the 3 km distance
Some competing projects sit closer to the CIQ and charge a premium for it. Maxim The Address trades a little distance for a markedly lower entry price (around RM100k less than some RTS-adjacent rivals) and a more established neighbourhood — with the planned shuttle intended to close the convenience gap. Whether that trade-off suits you depends on whether you prioritise absolute walk-to-CIQ proximity or value-plus-maturity.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Maxim The Address located?
On Jalan Abiad in Taman Pelangi, Johor Bahru — about 3 km from the JB CIQ and the Bukit Chagar RTS Link, and roughly 900 m from KSL City Mall.
How far is Maxim The Address from the RTS Link and CIQ?
About 3 km from both the JB CIQ checkpoint and the Bukit Chagar RTS station. A dedicated shuttle to the RTS/CIQ is planned for residents.
When does the RTS Link open?
The RTS Link is on track to begin operations in January 2027, with a journey time of about five minutes to Woodlands North in Singapore.
Is Maxim The Address walking distance to KSL Mall?
Yes — KSL City Mall, with 300+ retail outlets, is roughly 900 m away, an easy walk for daily needs.
Reviewed by Jason Chan, Malaysia property consultant (DMS Team). Distances are indicative. Infrastructure timelines are subject to change.
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