ARC @ Austin Hills, Johor Bahru - Scaling New Heights

Redefining luxury living concepts, the Arc@Austin Hills marries reasonable pricing which is lowest amongst 10 other developments within a 7 km radius with quality living standards in an urban setting.

The rapid pace of property development in the southern corridor of Johor Bahru is witnessing the emergence of exclusive residential and commercial projects. Neighbouring the bustling international market of Singapore, Johor Bahru is Malaysia’s gem in the south, attracting scores of investors, locals and expatriates to set their eyes on the excellent potential offered by this region. 

Johor Bahru is set to welcome an exciting new project that offers unique features and vibrant residential and commercial propositions. Developed by the Andaman Group in collaboration with Majlis Perbandaran Johor Bahru (MBJB), the Arc@Austin Hills Johor Bahru presents a high-end residential development comprising high-rise condominium units equipped with a full range of attractive facilities and surrounded by a myriad of amenities and conveniences. Located within the exclusive enclave of Austin Heights Golf Club, the Arc@Austin Hills is a freehold development that is spread across a staggering 5.11 acres of prime land in the heart of Johor Bahru’s central business district. Paying testament to Andaman’s core strategy and philosophy of 4Ps, the project’s strengths are clearly displayed in terms of place, price, promotion and product.

ELEGANT AND SPACIOUS RESIDENCES
Designed and built to offer value for money, the Arc @ Austin Hills features 3 elegant layout designs, namely the 2-bedroom Type A, and the 3-bedroom Type B and C. Built-up sizes range from 650 sq ft for Type A, 850 sq ft for Type B and 900 sq ft for Type C. Boasting well-defined family areas, spacious interiors and an uninterrupted view of the Austin Heights Golf Club, the Arc@Austin Hills reflects architectural finesse with its ultra-modern exterior façade sporting glazed glass panels against Johor Bahru city’s contemporary skyline. 

Conceptualised to offer modern conveniences yet remain practical, the Arc@Austin Hills provides high quality fittings and finishes, which include satellite master antenna television (SMATV) infrastructure and Singapore TV channels, card controlled access and 1 to 2 parking bays per unit. 

Targeted at young Malaysian families, professionals, investors and expatriates, the development promises value for money with its unique pricing strategy. According to Dato’ Seri Dr Vincent Tiew, Managing Director of the Andaman Group, what sets the project apart is not its price tag, but the return on investment or value for money. With prices starting at RM270,000, buyers are able to obtain a 650 sq ft apartment, as compared to other developments where the same price tag results in at most a 500sq ft unit, with most of them being studio apartments.

Priced 20% below the lowest current market rate amongst the developments at Austin Heights, the Arc@ Austin Hills is tagged between RM270,000 to RM450,000. Attractive perks await eligible buyers in the form of fully-subsidized legal fees for SPA and loan documentation, early bird discounts, and a 15% Bumiputera discount. 

“Our joint venture with the MBJB stipulates that we are fully compliant with government regulations and quality standards, to safeguard the interest of buyers. Our buyers can be rest assured that there will be no discrepancies and that we are fully compliant in all aspects considering that this is a partnership with the local authority,” explains Dato’ Seri Dr Vincent. 

The Arc@Austin Hills offers a total of 1,843 distinguished residences.

AMAZING IN-HOUSE FACILITIES
The Arc@Austin Hills promises discerning homeowners the opportunity to revel in the development’s exclusive in-house facilities. Boasting the largest Olympic-sized swimming pool amongst surrounding developments, the Arc@Austin Hills’s unique value proposition is about epitomizing luxury living at affordable prices. Aside from that, the Arc@Austin Hills promises child-friendly wading and splash pools, an exhilarating Jacuzzi, squash courts, a fully-equipped sky gymnasium and barbeque pits, among others.

Despite its location in Johor Bahru’s city centre, this project promises a rustic tropical ambience with its million-dollar landscaping, featuring a breathtaking outdoor sky garden, wellness garden and a picturesque Japanese garden with a koi pond. Recognising the rising concern about security, the Arc@Austin Hills is fitted with a multi-tiered security system that includes CCTV coverage at the perimeter fencing and other strategic locations within the gated and guarded premises, as well as smart-card access control.

Embodying a holistic living experience, the Arc@ Austin Hills offers broad and spacious common areas that are well-lit and well-planned to cater to the ease of movement. The development promotes excellent ventilation and natural sunlight through its efficient and eco-friendly orientation. The Arc@Austin Hills offers 3,336 car park spaces to cater to residents and visitors.

LOCATION AS A WINNING FACTOR
“We are proud to share that ‘place’ is our winning factor. There is already a matured population at Mount Austin with high commercial activities, thus it earning the moniker the ‘Bangsar’ of Johor. Amongst all the high-rise developments that have been launched in the last 36 months in this vicinity, the Arc@Austin Hills is the only one adjoining the Austin Heights golf course, offering a scenic view of not only the par course but golfers in action. In addition, the development is at the epicenter of JB’s bustling central business district thus offering unparalleled convenience,” beams Dato’ Seri Dr Vincent.

Located in one of the most strategic locations in Johor Bahru, the Arc@Austin Hills is within a stone’s throw from popular hotspots. Premier shopping outlets within a 5-kilometer distance are AEON Tebrau City, Tesco and Econsave Taman Daya, aside from the numerous commercial centres and retail hubs nearby. The Johor Customs, Immigration and Quanrantine Complex (CIQ) and Hospital Sultan Ismail are also located several minutes’ away from the development.

Also in the vicinity are several reputable educational institutions such as Sunway College, Austin Heights’ private and international schools, KFCH International School, Fairview International School and Foon Yew 5 Primary Chinese School.

A morning farmers’ market is located just 200 meters from the main entrance of the project, providing residents fresh produce. A water-theme park adjoining the Austin Heights golf club is slated to be opened by the end of 2015, offering residents a vibrant recreational hotspot.

The Arc@Austin Hills is easily accessible via major highways and access roads such as the North-South Expressway and the Kempas highway.

THE ANDAMAN GROUP
The Andaman Group is one of Malaysia’s leading developers with a track record for quality and a commitment to deliver outstanding results. The Group has delivered numerous sterling developments such as Upper East @ Tiger Lane, Taipan Ipoh Cybercentre, Taipan Festival Mall in Ipoh, Sentral at Bangi, Cova Square, Cova Villa and Cova Suites in Kota Damansara, The Arc @ Cyberjaya in Cyberjaya, Casa Subang in USJ Subang Jaya and Diamond Residence in Serdang, among others.