Wave @ Marina Cove, Johor Bahru
Wave @ Marina Cove (GPS: 1.49131, 103.79146) is a luxurious freehold serviced-apartment development by IOI Properties in the Marina Cove waterfront precinct of Johor Bahru. Featuring high-privacy layouts, its prime riverside location, extensive facilities, and smart connectivity make it highly appealing to urban families, cross-border professionals, and investors alike. 1
Developer & Project Overview
Developed by Adawan Development Sdn Bhd in collaboration with IOI Properties Group Berhad, Wave @ Marina Cove is part of a broader mixed-use township. Located along the Tebrau Coast, it comprises six towers with approximately 1,465 units on a master-planned waterfront area. 210
Completion, Structure & Tenure
This fully completed project (circa 2017–2018) is freehold. Towers stand tall at about 35 storeys, with a low-density, “detached layout” of only 8 units per floor for enhanced privacy. 110
Unit Sizes & Layout Options
Built-up sizes range from compact 526 sq ft (1+1) to expansive 1,344 sq ft (3+1). Popular layouts include:
- 526–553 sq ft: 1+1 beds, 1 bath
- 793–952 sq ft: 2 to 2+1 beds, 2 baths
- 1,103–1,344 sq ft: 3 to 3+1 beds, 2–3 baths
Facilities & Lifestyle Amenities
Wave offers an impressive array of about 32 lifestyle facilities spread over a spacious Level-7 podium. These include:
- Swimming pool, play pool, spa pool, sauna, steam rooms, gym
- Half-basketball court, badminton court, rock-climbing wall
- Jogging trail, landscaped gardens, cabana, pavillions
- BBQ pavillion, putting green, prayer room, AV room, function rooms
- Game room, meeting/study rooms, prayer temple, children’s playground
Residents benefit from a detailed zone-based layout—Active, Leisure & Relax, Kid’s, and Quiet zones—for a balanced lifestyle. 10
Connectivity & Surroundings
Located along Tebrau Coast, Wave enjoys seamless access to major roads—the Eastern Dispersal Link, Tebrau Highway, and Tun Abdul Razak Highway—making CIQ, JB Sentral, and even Woodlands via Woodlands North MRT Station just minutes away. Riverside and city-center amenities abound—cultural, educational, retail and leisure are all within reach. 10
Market Pricing & Rentals (as of mid-2025)
Current listings and transaction data tell this story:
- Sale range: RM380,000 – RM670,000 (approx. RM470–720 psf) 2
- Recent listing examples:
- 793 sq ft: RM480,000
- 952 sq ft: RM650,000
- 1,103 sq ft: RM610,000
- 1,344 sq ft: RM730,000
Rental listings (spring–mid 2025):
- Fully furnished 793 sq ft unit: RM2,500/month (~RM3.15 psf)
- 1,344 sq ft unit (3+1): RM3,500/month (~RM2.60 psf) 11
- Other rates: RM1,800–3,200 depending on size and furnishing 2
Rental yield is estimated at approximately 5.3% based on current listings and recent prices. 2
Appeal for Buyers & Tenants
Wave provides exceptional value for its premium waterfront location, high privacy design, and comprehensive amenities. It caters to discerning professionals, families, and cross-border commuters valuing lifestyle quality, return on investment, and convenience.
Fun Fact
Despite being part of a large waterfront township, Wave stands out for its rare low-density layout—just eight units per floor—creating an exclusive, private living experience uncommon in high-rise JB developments. 1
Quick Facts
- Developer: Adawan Development (IOI Properties Group)
- Tenure: Freehold; completed ~2017–2018
- Structure: 6 blocks, ~35 storeys, ~1,465 units
- Unit sizes: 526–1,344 sq ft (1+1 to 3+1 configurations)
- Facilities: 32 facilities across Active, Leisure, Kid’s & Quiet zones
- Connectivity: Near highways, CIQ, Woodlands MRT, city centre
- Sale prices: RM380k–670k (RM470–720 psf); sample: 952 sq ft ~RM650k
- Rental: RM1,800–3,500/month; sample: 793 sq ft ~RM2,500/month
- Estimated rental yield: ~5.3%
- Unique feature: Low-density—only 8 units per floor for enhanced privacy
References
- IOI Properties – Wave Serviced Apartment overview, unit mix and facilities [1]
- iRumah – Market price range, units, rental yield data [2]
- PropertyGuru – Starting price, proximity and project highlights [1]
- StarProperty – Project insights and developer info [10]
- PropertyGuru listing – 743 sq ft unit at RM576k (Jul 2025) [9]
- EdgeProp – Rental listing 793 sq ft at RM2,500 (Jun 2025) [3]
- EdgeProp – Rental listing 952 sq ft at RM2,700 (Jul 2025) [8]
- IM Investors – Project masterplan, developer, completion timeline [10]
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