All the Winners in PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty

All the Winners in PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty

12th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia: Johor Bahru Leads Consumer Property Demand

Johor Bahru developments dominate the inaugural Consumer Demand Awards, reflecting a nationwide shift toward integrated living beyond the Klang Valley.

Nearly 28,000 public votes highlight Malaysians’ most trusted developers, reaffirming consumer confidence in established brands.

JLand Group and PKNS set new benchmarks in sustainability, community design, and industrial innovation across Malaysia’s evolving property landscape.

KUALA LUMPUR, 9 October 2025 — Johor Bahru has emerged as Malaysia’s strongest growth region in 2025, according to new property demand data revealed at the 12th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty. For the first time, the awards combined expert judging, market data, and consumer preferences to provide a data-driven picture of the property market, highlighting where Malaysians are looking to buy and invest, and which developers have successfully earned their trust. 

Drawing from millions of searches and engagement metrics across PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com.my, the awards reflect a nationwide shift in demand patterns — from urban cores toward well connected regional growth corridors, particularly in Johor and Selangor. This year’s findings paint a clear picture: Malaysians are gravitating towards integrated townships, mixed-use developments, and ESG-driven projects that combine lifestyle appeal, long-term value, and sustainable living, which are trends that align with evolving affordability considerations, infrastructure connectivity, and changing work-life priorities.

Consumer Data Points to Johor’s Continued Prominence

The inaugural Consumer Demand Awards celebrated eight developments most sought-after by property seekers. Leading the list are R&F Princess Cove and Leisure Farm, reflecting Johor Bahru’s increasing appeal among buyers. Johor also performed strongly in the office segment, with City Square Office Tower named Most In-Demand Office for Lease (Johor), while Kuala Lumpur’s The Exchange 106 topped Most In-Demand Office for Lease (Kuala Lumpur).

Dr. Lee Nai Jia, Head of Real Estate Intelligence at PropertyGuru Group, said, “The data shows that Malaysian home seekers are increasingly looking beyond traditional hotspots in the Klang Valley. Johor Bahru’s dominance across multiple categories reflects the city’s transformation into a vibrant regional hub, supported by large-scale infrastructure investments such as the RTS Link and the Johor–Singapore Special Economic Zone. These factors are enhancing cross-border accessibility and driving confidence among local buyers and investors. We’re also seeing rising engagement for well-planned, self-contained communities where residents can live, work, and play within the same precinct. This shift toward integrated and sustainable townships, often outside the city centre, signals a more mature property market where value, connectivity, and liveability drive purchasing decisions, not just location alone.”

Developers that Earned the Public’s Trust

The People’s Choice Awards, determined through nearly 28,000 public votes, recognised 10 developers most trusted by Malaysian consumers. The winners are Berinda Group; CPI Land; Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd; Mah Sing Group Berhad; Malton Berhad; Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS); Platinum Victory; Tiland Group; Tropicana Corporation Berhad; and TRX City Sdn Bhd. The winners were voted for by the public from a shortlist of 30 leading developers.

These results reaffirm that consumers continue to place their trust in established and consistently performing developers that offer reliable quality and long-term value. The insights offer developers, investors, and policymakers actionable information on which projects are in demand and which developers enjoy the highest levels of consumer trust.

Industry Leaders Set New Standards in Sustainability and Innovation

JLand Group emerged as Malaysia’s most decorated winner, securing the Best Developer (Malaysia) title alongside Best Developer (Southern Malaysia) and Best Industrial Developer. Its flagship project, Bandar Dato’ Onn in Johor Bahru, earned multiple awards including Best Township Development (Malaysia), highlighting JLand Group’s leadership in integrated community development.

Public developer PKNS stood out as an ESG frontrunner, earning both Sustainable Design Champion and Low Carbon Champion honours. The recognition underscores the state developer’s strong commitment to environmentally conscious design through projects such as Linkar 52, Aludra Residensi, and Galeria SA Sentral.

Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “These awards capture more than excellence, they reveal what the market values most. Developers are setting benchmarks for sustainability, connectivity, and livability, while consumer data shows clear demand for quality developments There’s a visible move toward livable, well-connected communities, especially in regions like Johor and Selangor where large-scale townships and mixed-use developments are reshaping the property landscape. At the same time, sustainability is no longer optional, developers are leading by embedding ESG principles into every project. This alignment between innovation, data, and consumer needs is what will define Malaysia’s property success stories in the coming years.”

Celebrating Real Estate Excellence Across Malaysia

A total of 73 categories honoured outstanding achievements in Malaysian real estate: from luxury residences to affordable housing, as well as innovative commercial developments nationwide. Marking its 20th edition in 2025, the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series culminates in the Grand Final in Bangkok on 12 December 2025. From Malaysia, 23 winners will advance to compete for the Best in Asia titles against entries from 14 other markets on this international platform. 

For more information, please refer to the complete list of winners below or visit: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.

LIST OF WINNERS
12th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia in partnership with iProperty

DEVELOPER AWARDS

Best Developer (Malaysia)
WINNER: JLand Group

Best Developer (Central Malaysia)
WINNER: CPI Land

Best Developer (East Malaysia)
WINNER: Interhill Group

Best Developer (Southern Malaysia)
WINNER: JLand Group 

Best Industrial Developer
WINNER: JLand Group 

Best Sustainable Developer
WINNER: Berinda Group

Best Affordable Homes Developer
WINNER: MTD Properties

Best Hospitality Developer
WINNER: Interhill Hospitality

Best Lifestyle Developer
WINNER: Mah Sing Group Berhad

Best Boutique Developer
WINNER: TSLAW Land

Best Breakthrough Developer
WINNER: Faire Development

THE ESG DEVELOPER AWARDS

Sustainable Design Champion
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)

Low Carbon Champion
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)

DEVELOPMENT AWARDS

Best Mega Township Development
WINNER: Bandar Dato’ Onn by JLand Group

Best Rejuvenated Commercial Development
WINNER: Asteria Melaka by Axteria Group Berhad

Best Integrated Development
WINNER: Tun Razak Exchange by TRX City Sdn Bhd 

Best Industrial Development
WINNER: Ibrahim Technopolis (IBTEC) – STEPEAST by JLand Group

Best Office Development 
WINNER: Coronation Square by Coronade Properties Sdn Bhd

Best Hotel Development   
WINNER: Holiday Inn KL Bangsar by City Motors Group 

Best Commercial Development (Southern)  
WINNER: Aurora Avenue, Aurora Sentral by Country View Berhad

Best Integrated Work From Home Development
WINNER: A-Soho Johor Jaya by Axteria Group Berhad

Best Waterfront High-Rise Development
WINNER: TERRA by Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd

Best Connected Township Development
WINNER: Bandar Dato’ Onn by JLand Group

Best Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)
WINNER: Linkar 52 by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)

Best Completed High-Rise Development
WINNER: Urban Residences by Interhill Property

Best Multigeneration Living Landed Development
WINNER: SÓL Estate Prime by Exal (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Best Multigeneration Living High-Rise Development
WINNER: PV22 Residences by Platinum Victory

Best Value for Money Landed Development
WINNER: baé by Faire Development

Best Value for Money High-Rise Development
WINNER: M Terra by Mah Sing Group Berhad

Best Investment Landed Development
WINNER: Lyra Residensi, Worldwide Cyber Valley by Worldwide Holdings Berhad

Best Investment High-Rise Development
WINNER: R&F Princess Cove Phase 2 – Seine Region by R&F Development Sdn Bhd

Best Lifestyle Landed Development
WINNER: Ponderosa Vista by Berinda Group

Best Lifestyle High-Rise Development
WINNER: Kanopi Residences by Sime Darby Property

Best Luxury Lifestyle High-Rise Development
WINNER: Arden Serviced Residence by Astaka Padu Sdn Bhd

Best Ultra Luxury Lifestyle High-Rise Development
WINNER: Armani Prestige by Armani Group

Best Green Landed Development
WINNER: SÓL Estate Prime by Exal (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Best Eco Friendly Landed Development
WINNER: Elmina Ridge 1 by Sime Darby Property

Best Branded Residential Development
WINNER: Skypark Kepler @ Lido Waterfront Boulevard by Tropicana Corporation Berhad

Best Breakthrough Development
WINNER: Superior Residences @ Taman Mekar Emas by Superior Property Development Sdn Bhd

Best Townhouse Development
WINNER: Aludra Residensi by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)

Best Serviced Apartment Development
WINNER: Park Green Pavilion Bukit Jalil by Malton Berhad

Best Ultra Luxury High-Rise Development (Southern)
WINNER: Skypark Kepler @ Lido Waterfront Boulevard by Tropicana Corporation Berhad

Best Ultra Luxury High-Rise Development (Central)
WINNER: Armani Hallson KLCC by Armani Group

Best High End Landed Development (Southern)
WINNER: Bukit Impian Residence by Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd

Best High End High-Rise Development (Southern)
WINNER: Ponderosa Regency by Prinsip Alpha Sdn Bhd

Best Mid End Landed Development (Southern)
WINNER: baé by Faire Development

Best Mid End High-Rise Development (Central)
WINNER: PV22 Residences by Platinum Victory

Best Mass Market Landed Development (Northern)
WINNER: Vila Idaman Tanah Hitam by Syarikat Perumahan Negara Berhad

Best Mass Market Landed Development (Southern)
WINNER: Fraser Heights @ Tropicana Uplands by Tropicana Corporation Berhad

Best Mass Market Landed Development (Central)
WINNER: Lyra Residensi, Worldwide Cyber Valley by Worldwide Holdings Berhad

DESIGN AWARDS

Best Township Masterplan Design
WINNER: Taman Impian Emas by Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd

Best Sales Gallery Design
WINNER: Galeria SA Sentral by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)

Best Townhouse Landscape Design
WINNER: Wawari West Park Homes by IIB Land Sdn. Bhd.

Best Landed Landscape Design
WINNER: Springwood Residences by BCB Development Sdn Bhd.

Best Townhouse Architectural Design
WINNER: Wawari West Park Homes by IIB Land Sdn. Bhd.

Best Landed Architectural Design
WINNER: SÓL Estate Prime by Exal (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Best High-Rise Architectural Design
WINNER: Tuan Heritag3 Residency by CPI Land

BEST OF MALAYSIA

Best Township Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: Bandar Dato’ Onn by JLand Group

Best Landed Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: SÓL Estate Prime by Exal (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd

Best High-Rise Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: Armani Hallson KLCC by Armani Group

Best Commercial Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: Tun Razak Exchange by TRX City Sdn Bhd

Best Designed Development (Malaysia)
WINNER: Galeria SA Sentral by Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

Real Estate Personality of the Year
WINNER: Datuk Sr Mohd Salem Kailany, Group Chief Executive Officer, KLCC (Holdings) Sdn Bhd

Rising Star
WINNER: Dato’ Sri Jerry Kwan Aik Khai, Founder & Managing Director, JRK Holdings Berhad

PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS

WINNER: Berinda Group
WINNER: CPI Land
WINNER: Gunung Impian Development Sdn Bhd
WINNER: Mah Sing Group Berhad
WINNER: Malton Berhad
WINNER: Perbadanan Kemajuan Negeri Selangor (PKNS)
WINNER: Platinum Victory
WINNER: Tiland Group
WINNER: Tropicana Corporation Berhad
WINNER: TRX City Sdn Bhd 

CONSUMER DEMAND AWARDS

Singapore’s Most In-Demand Malaysian High-Rise Development
WINNER: R&F Princess Cove by R&F Development Sdn Bhd

Singapore’s Most In-Demand Malaysian Bungalow House
WINNER: Leisure Farm by Mulpha International  

Most In-Demand High-Rise Development For Sale (Malaysia)
WINNER: R&F Princess Cove by R&F Development Sdn Bhd 

Most In-Demand High-Rise Development For Rent (Malaysia)
WINNER: R&F Princess Cove by R&F Development Sdn Bhd

Most In-Demand Office For Sale (Malaysia)
WINNER: Mutiara Central Cheras by Mutiara Johan Group

Most In-Demand Office For Lease (Malaysia)
WINNER: Mutiara Central Cheras by Mutiara Johan Group

Most In-Demand Office For Lease (Johor)
WINNER: City Square Office Tower by Berinda GroupMost In-Demand Office For Lease (Kuala Lumpur)
WINNER: The Exchange 106 by Mulia Property Development Sdn Bhd

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