Palazio, Taman Mount Austin, Tebrau

Reviewed by iProperty Editorial Team, June 2025Quick SummaryPalazio is a freehold serviced apartment in Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru, Johor, developed by Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd, under Mayland Group. 1,160 units are distributed across six 14-storey blocks on freehold land, completed in three phases in 2014. Built-up sizes range from 420 sq ft to 1,097 sq ft across five layout types. Palazio is among the early serviced apartment developments in the Taman Mount Austin-Tebrau corridor. Its main locational strengths are proximity to Sultan Ismail Hospital, Sunway College Johor, Austin Hill Golf Course, and AEON Tebrau City. The development is road-dependent, accessible via the Pasir Gudang Highway and Jalan Pandan, with no walkable rail transit in the immediate vicinity. Main trade-offs are high unit density relative to the 14-storey format, and the distance from JB city centre of approximately 12 km.Key FactsProject name: PalazioDeveloper: Malaysia Land Properties Sdn BhdParent company or group: Mayland GroupLocation: Off Jalan Austin Perdana 3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, JohorProperty type: Serviced apartmentTenure: FreeholdTotal units: 1,160 (6 blocks; Phase 1: Oakwood and Pinewood; Phase 2: Maple and Mulberry; Phase 3: Alderwood and Cedarwood)Number of towers: 6 blocksStoreys: 14 storeys per blockUnit size range: 420 sq ft to 1,097 sq ftBedrooms: Studio to 2+1 bedroomsCompletion: 2014JB city centre: Approximately 12 kmWhat Is Palazio? Overview and Core IdentityPalazio is a freehold serviced apartment in Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru, developed by Malaysia Land Properties Sdn Bhd, a member of Mayland Group. The project was completed in 2014 across three phases and was among the early serviced apartment developments in the Taman Mount Austin-Tebrau corridor of Johor Bahru.1,160 units are distributed across six 14-storey blocks with 8 units per floor, in five layout types from studio to 2+1 bedroom configurations. Phase 1 comprises Oakwood and Pinewood, Phase 2 comprises Maple and Mulberry, and Phase 3 comprises Alderwood and Cedarwood. The development is positioned close to Sultan Ismail Hospital, Sunway College Johor Bahru, and the Austin Hill Golf Course.Where Is Palazio Located? Location and Public TransportPalazio is located off Jalan Austin Perdana 3 in Taman Mount Austin, approximately 12 km from Johor Bahru city centre. The development is surrounded by established residential and commercial areas including Taman Desa Tebrau, Taman Austin Perdana, and Taman Austin Heights.Johor Bahru does not have a rail transit system serving the Taman Mount Austin area as of June 2025. Public transport access depends on bus services and taxis from the Johor Jaya Bus Terminal, approximately 1.9 km away. The development is within approximately 6 minutes' walk of a nearby taxi stand per PropertyGuru's review.What Roads Serve Palazio? Road Access and Traffic RealityPalazio is accessible via Jalan Mutiara Emas Utama and Jalan Pandan, which connect to the Pasir Gudang Highway (Lebuhraya Pasir Gudang) and onward to the North-South Expressway, Johor Bahru-Kota Tinggi Expressway, and Skudai Expressway. These highway connections link Taman Mount Austin to JB city centre, Senai Airport, the Second Link, and Singapore.The Taman Mount Austin and Tebrau corridor is a high-traffic zone, particularly during morning and evening weekday peaks. The Pasir Gudang Highway provides a key route for residents commuting toward JB city centre or across the Second Link to Singapore.What Are the Unit Sizes at Palazio? Unit Layouts and ParkingPalazio offers five layout types across its six blocks.Type A1: Studio, 484 sq ft, 1 bathroomType A2: Studio, built-up approximately 420 to 484 sq ft, 1 bathroomType A4: Larger studio, 1 bathroomType B2: 2-bedroom, approximately 800 to 900 sq ftType C1: 2+1 bedrooms, 1,097 sq ft, 2 bathroomsCovered car parking is provided within the development. 8 units are arranged per floor across each 14-storey block.What Facilities Does Palazio Have?Facilities at Palazio include a swimming pool, jacuzzi, gymnasium, sauna, tennis court, basketball court, badminton court, children's playground, BBQ area, multi-purpose hall, landscaped garden, and minimart. 24-hour security is maintained throughout all six blocks.Is Palazio High Density? Density and Vertical Living1,160 units across six 14-storey blocks with 8 units per floor represents a moderate density for a low-to-mid-rise serviced apartment development in JB. The 14-storey height is lower than many newer Johor Bahru high-rise towers, and the six-block distribution keeps lift demand per core relatively manageable.The development's three-phase construction spread units across Oakwood, Pinewood, Maple, Mulberry, Alderwood, and Cedarwood blocks, each with its own managed facilities access. Shared facilities across 1,160 units — particularly the pool, tennis court, and gym — will see peak-hour demand during weekends and public holidays.What Amenities Are Near Palazio? ConnectivityJohor Jaya Bus Terminal, approximately 1.9 kmPasir Gudang Highway, Jalan Pandan access for highway connectivitySecond Link (Tuas) toward Singapore, accessible via Skudai ExpresswayShopping & AmenitiesAEON Tebrau City, approximately 1.5 kmLotus's Desa Tebrau, approximately 1 kmToppen Shopping Centre, approximately 1.7 kmFood ParadiseTaman Mount Austin commercial strip and hawker centres, within approximately 1 kmJB food culture outlets along Jalan Mutiara Emas, within approximately 500 mTop SchoolsSK Mount Austin, within approximately 1 kmSMK Taman Johor Jaya 1, within approximately 2 kmSJK (C) Foon Yew 5, within approximately 2 kmSunway College Johor Bahru, approximately 2 kmLeisureAustin Hill Golf Course, approximately 2.5 kmSultan Ismail Hospital, less than 1 kmAll distances are approximate, measured from Jalan Austin Perdana 3, Taman Mount Austin. Drive times are off-peak estimates. The Taman Mount Austin-Tebrau corridor experiences congestion during weekday peak hours.How Does Palazio Compare With Nearby Condominiums?Austin Residence (Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru) is a nearby serviced residence in the same Austin-Tebrau corridor, referenced in EdgeProp as surrounding Palazio. Austin Residence offers a comparison for buyers evaluating different product positionings in the same established Mount Austin neighbourhood.Austin Regency Serviced Apartment (Taman Mount Austin, Johor Bahru) is another nearby development cited by EdgeProp in Palazio's immediate vicinity. Buyers comparing the two may weigh unit sizes, facility quality, and pricing in the same Austin Perdana corridor.Who Is Palazio Suitable For?Palazio may suit Johor Bahru residents, professionals working in the Tebrau commercial corridor, students from Sunway College Johor, and investors targeting the JB long-stay rental market. The studio and 2-bedroom layouts starting from 420 sq ft appeal to singles, student households, and young couples at an affordable freehold price point.The proximity to Sultan Ismail Hospital at less than 1 km makes it relevant for healthcare workers and medical-related relocations. It is less suited to families requiring 3 or more bedrooms, or buyers who need walkable rail access.What Are the Main Trade-Offs to Consider?The absence of rail transit in Taman Mount Austin is the primary practical trade-off for residents without a private vehicle. Johor Bahru's public transport network is primarily bus-based, and the Johor Jaya Bus Terminal is approximately 1.9 km away.The 12 km distance to JB city centre and the dependence on the Pasir Gudang Highway and Jalan Pandan means commute times are subject to peak-hour road congestion, particularly during morning workday peaks.1,160 units across six blocks creates a sizeable community whose shared facilities — pool, gym, tennis court — will see meaningful weekend peak-hour usage. The studio units from 420 sq ft are compact for long-term owner-occupancy, suited more to investment or student accommodation than extended family living.This digest is based on verified developer sources, official transport data, and map-confirmed distances as of June 2025.