Twin Tower Residence Rent Guide 2026: Prices by Unit Type

Looking at Twin Tower JB for rent, or trying to work out what your own unit should earn? This Twin Tower Residence rent guide pulls together the asking rents we saw on public portals in October 2026 for every layout, from the 599 sq ft studio to the 1,216 sq ft three-bedroom. Because Twin Tower Residence is a completed, freehold serviced residence right beside the Bukit Chagar RTS Link station in Johor Bahru, its rents tell you a lot about what cross-border renters are willing to pay to live next to the border.

How much is the rent at Twin Tower Residence in 2026?

Rents at Twin Tower Residence are set unit by unit, by individual owners, so there is no single “official” rent. What we can do is look at what owners are asking. In October 2026 we reviewed whole-unit rental listings on Mudah and cross-checked the range shown on PropertyGuru. The table below summarises the asking rents by unit type. These are asking figures, not signed tenancy amounts, and they move with furnishing, floor, view and timing.

Source: asking rents on Mudah (Oct 2026) and the overall range on PropertyGuru (RM900–4,000 including rooms). Indicative only. The rent-per-square-foot column is our own arithmetic: for example, RM2,300 ÷ 599 sq ft ≈ RM3.84, and RM3,000 ÷ 599 ≈ RM5.01.

Why the studio earns the most per square foot

Notice that the studio’s rent per square foot is the highest of all layouts. That is normal for compact units in city centres: a single professional pays for location and convenience more than for floor area. A tenant who wants to walk to the border and live alone will often pay RM2,500 or more for a well-furnished studio, even though a two-bedroom only costs a few hundred ringgit more. For landlords, that makes the studio the most “efficient” unit per square foot; for tenants, it means the two-bedroom often gives more space for the money.

Rent by unit type: what you get for your money

Studio (599 sq ft): RM2,300–3,000

The studio suits one person, or a couple who travel light. The lower end of the range tends to be units with basic furnishing; the upper end is typically fully furnished with a good view and move-in-ready appliances. If you commute to Singapore alone, the studio is the simplest way to live next to the RTS station without paying for space you will not use. Read our full studio guide for layout details.

2 Bedroom (882 sq ft): RM3,000–3,500

This is the workhorse of the Twin Tower rental market and the layout you will see most often. It suits couples who want a guest or work-from-home room, two friends sharing, or a small family. Because there are many listings, tenants have choice and landlords need to present their unit well. See why it is so popular in our 2-bedroom guide.

2+1 Bedroom (1,054 sq ft): around RM4,000

Fewer of these appear on the market at any one time. The extra room makes it attractive to families and to people who need a proper home office. The limited supply means a well-kept 2+1 can stand out.

3 Bedroom (1,216 sq ft): rarely listed

Three-bedroom units are seldom offered for rent, partly because many are owner-occupied. If you need one, it is worth registering your interest so we can tell you when one becomes available.

What pushes a unit to the top of the rent range?

Two units of the same size can be advertised RM500 apart. In our experience the gap usually comes down to a handful of factors:

• Furnishing level: fully furnished units with air-conditioning in every room, a washer, fridge, bed, sofa and curtains attract working tenants who want to move in immediately.
• Condition and styling: fresh paint, clean grout, good lighting and neutral décor photograph well and rent faster.
• Floor and view: higher floors and open views generally command more.
• Internet readiness: commuters and remote workers often ask about fibre broadband before anything else.
• Car park: a tenant who drives across the Causeway will value an included parking bay.
• Flexibility: landlords who allow a reasonable move-in date and clear, fair terms find tenants faster.

If you are an owner preparing a unit, our furnishing guide walks through a budget and checklist.

How much do you pay upfront to rent at Twin Tower?

Malaysian residential tenancies commonly use a “2+1” structure: two months’ rent as a security deposit and one month’s rent paid in advance, plus a utility deposit that is often half a month’s rent. This is a market convention, not a law; the actual amounts are whatever is written in your tenancy agreement and can be negotiated. Here is a worked example for a 2-bedroom at RM3,200 per month:

How stamp duty on a tenancy is calculated

Under the current rates for tenancy agreements signed in 2026, duty is charged on the annual rent per RM250 (or part of RM250): RM1 for a term of one year or less, and RM3 for a term above one year up to three years. The old RM2,400 deduction no longer applies. So for a two-year tenancy at RM3,000 a month, the arithmetic is RM36,000 ÷ RM250 = 144 units × RM3 = RM432. Tenancy agreements are now stamped by self-assessment through e-Duti Setem on MyTax, and should be stamped within 30 days of signing. Who pays the duty is a matter for your agreement; it is commonly the tenant. Always check the latest LHDN rules before signing.

Who is renting at Twin Tower Residence?

The location shapes the tenant base. Twin Tower Residence sits in Bukit Chagar, beside the RTS Link terminus, and within walking distance of the JB CIQ (Bangunan Sultan Iskandar), JB Sentral, Johor Bahru City Square and KOMTAR JBCC. That attracts:

1. Singapore-based workers who want to reach the checkpoint quickly every morning.
2. Couples and friends sharing a 2-bedroom to split costs.
3. Professionals working in the JB city centre who like being able to walk to malls and transport.
4. Room renters who want a city-centre address at a lower monthly outlay.
5. Small families who prefer a completed building with full facilities and nearby hospitals.

Cross-border movement is large and growing: Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority cleared a record of about 245 million travellers in 2025, with roughly three-quarters using the land checkpoints with Malaysia, as reported by the South China Morning Post. We go deeper into each group in Who Rents at Twin Tower?

Will the RTS Link push rents higher?

We do not forecast specific rent numbers, but the logic for demand is straightforward. The RTS Link connects Bukit Chagar to Woodlands North in Singapore, a journey of about four kilometres and roughly five minutes. Its design capacity is up to 10,000 passengers per hour in each direction, and customs, immigration and quarantine facilities are co-located at both stations, so riders clear both countries’ checks at the departure station. On 2 October 2026 the two governments announced that passenger service is now expected to start in February 2027, after final testing, independent safety certification and regulatory approvals.

For a renter, living next to the station could turn the daily crossing into something closer to a short train ride. That convenience is exactly what Twin Tower Residence offers as the closest completed project to the Bukit Chagar station. For more on the line itself, see our RTS Link guide.

Scenarios: which unit and budget fits you?

If you are a single Singapore commuter

Budget around RM2,300–3,000 for a studio. You get a private home a short walk from the border and the RTS station, with the pool and gym downstairs.

If you are a couple or two friends

A 2-bedroom at RM3,000–3,500 split two ways works out at RM1,500–1,750 each — often less per person than two separate studios, with more living space.

If you are a family

Look at the 2+1 (around RM4,000) or ask us about the occasional 3-bedroom. You will want to check the school run and parking, as well as nearby healthcare.

If you are an owner setting your rent

Price inside the range for your layout, present the unit well and respond quickly. Overpricing by even RM200–300 against similar listings can cost you a month of vacancy, which is worth far more than the extra rent. Our rental yield guide shows the trade-off with numbers.

A checklist before you sign a tenancy

1. View the actual unit (not just photos) and test the air-conditioners, water heater and appliances.
2. Confirm what is included: car park, access cards, furniture list and Wi-Fi.
3. Read the deposit, renewal, early termination and repair clauses carefully.
4. Take dated photos and an inventory list on move-in day.
5. Make sure the agreement is stamped and keep the stamp certificate.
6. Ask the landlord which building rules apply (moving hours, renovation hours, visitor registration).

Rental units change hands quickly, so the best way to see what is available this week is to message us. WhatsApp Darren for the latest Twin Tower units for rent, with photos, floor plans and current asking rents, or browse our current listings.

Conclusion

Twin Tower Residence rents in late 2026 sit at roughly RM2,300–3,000 for a studio, RM3,000–3,500 for a 2-bedroom and about RM4,000 for a 2+1, with individual rooms from about RM850. Those numbers reflect a completed, freehold building in the most connected corner of Johor Bahru, steps from the future RTS Link. Whether you are looking for a home near the border or pricing your own unit, start from the ranges above, adjust for furnishing and floor, and check the market again as the RTS opening approaches.

Sources

• StashAway – Stamp Duty and Administration Fees for Tenancy Agreements in Malaysia (2026)
• Speedhome – What Is 2+1 Deposit in Malaysia?
• LTA – RTS Link service targeted for February 2027 (2 Oct 2026)
• Mothership – RTS Link delay explainer (Oct 2026)
• LTA/SPAD joint factsheet – Highlights of the JB–Singapore RTS Link
• SCMP – Cross-border trips push Singapore checkpoint traffic to record high in 2025