Axis Tower, Causewayz Square JBCC
Serviced apartment (Pangsapuri Perkhidmatan)Johor Bahru City Centre, Johor Bahru27 August 20269 min readBy Dourr Research Team
Updated 27 August 2026Reviewed and last updated 27 August 2026. We refresh project details periodically.
Axis Tower, Causewayz Square JBCC is a freehold serviced apartment development in Johor Bahru City Centre, Johor, developed by EXSIM Lumba Kuda Sdn Bhd. Axis Tower is one of four towers within Causewayz Square, an integrated development at Johor Bahru City Centre that also includes a retail component. The tower contains 908 units, and the materials reviewed describe built-ups from 366 sq ft to 592 sq ft. Two unit types are offered: a studio and a two-bedroom dual key layout.
Introduction to Axis Tower
Axis Tower is a serviced apartment development in Johor Bahru City Centre developed by EXSIM Lumba Kuda Sdn Bhd.
Axis Tower sits within Causewayz Square, an integrated development at Johor Bahru City Centre (JBCC). The materials reviewed place the development in the area served by the Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex and JB Sentral, and near the Johor–Singapore Causeway. Komtar JBCC and R&F Mall are among the named commercial landmarks in the surrounding city centre.
The residential units in this tower range from 366 sq ft to 592 sq ft. Two bedroom configurations are offered: a studio arrangement with one bedroom and one bathroom, and a two-bedroom, two-bathroom dual key arrangement.
The unit plans in the developer’s official project materials show a kitchen within each unit and an air-conditioner ledge to the external face. The studio layout separates the toilet and the shower into two compartments. The dual key layout is divided into two self-contained sides, each with its own kitchen and bathroom, entered through a shared foyer.
Shared facilities are set out over two levels in the materials reviewed: a ground level containing the arrival and lobby areas, and an upper facilities level containing swimming, fitness, social and co-working provision.
Who Is the Developer?
Axis Tower is developed by EXSIM Lumba Kuda Sdn Bhd.
EXSIM Lumba Kuda Sdn Bhd develops under the EXSIM Group brand. EXSIM Group states on its corporate website that it began in property development with commercial and industrial projects in Kota Damansara before moving into high-rise residential and mixed-use development, and that it places an emphasis on green building certification across its residential series.
Other EXSIM Group developments listed on the developer’s own portfolio include:
- The Asteriaz, Kebun Teh, Johor Bahru
- The Queenswoodz, Bukit Jalil
- The Lighthauz, Gelugor, Penang
The legal entity named as the developer of record in the project’s official disclosure is EXSIM Lumba Kuda Sdn Bhd. See the official Causewayz Square JBCC project page.
Axis Tower at a Glance
| Project Information | Details |
|---|---|
| Project name | Axis Tower, Causewayz Square JBCC |
| Location | Johor Bahru City Centre (JBCC), Johor Bahru, Johor |
| Property type | Serviced apartment (Pangsapuri Perkhidmatan) |
| Developer | EXSIM Lumba Kuda Sdn Bhd |
| Tenure | Freehold |
| Lease expiry | Not applicable — the tenure is freehold |
| Number of towers | 1 (Axis Tower), one of four towers within Causewayz Square |
| Number of storeys | The sources reviewed do not state a consistent figure. Please confirm with the developer. |
| Total units | 908 |
| Built-up range | 366 sq ft to 592 sq ft |
| Unit configurations | Studio (1 bedroom, 1 bathroom); 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (dual key) |
| Parking allocation | The materials reviewed describe dedicated parking but do not state an allocation by unit type |
| Expected completion | December 2030 |
| Green certification | Not stated in the materials reviewed |
| Facilities | Swimming pools, jacuzzi lounge, gym, sky BBQ deck, social and entertainment lounges, co-working lounge |
| EV charger | Insufficient information. Please confirm details directly with the developer. |
| Bumiputera discount | Available. Please confirm the applicable terms directly with the developer. |
The details above are drawn from the developer’s official project materials and project disclosures. Specifications and completion status may change. Please confirm anything you intend to rely on directly with the developer.
Where Is Axis Tower Located?
Axis Tower is located within Causewayz Square, at Johor Bahru City Centre (JBCC), in Johor Bahru, Johor.
The development sits within the Johor Bahru city centre area served by the Customs, Immigration and Quarantine (CIQ) Complex and JB Sentral. The Johor–Singapore Causeway, Komtar JBCC and R&F Mall are among the named landmarks in the surrounding area.
The materials reviewed do not name the regional highways or road connections serving the development. Please confirm road access directly with the developer.
On public transport, the materials reviewed name JB Sentral, which houses the bus terminal and railway station and is served by the Electric Train Service; the Sultan Iskandar Building, which houses the CIQ Complex; the Berjaya Waterfront Ferry Terminal; the Woodlands Train Checkpoint; and the future Bukit Chagar RTS Link station. The materials also describe an approved link bridge connecting the development towards the CIQ Complex. The materials reviewed do not confirm the completion date of that link bridge or of the RTS Link. Please confirm both directly with the developer and with the relevant transport authority.
Shops, Food and Daily Conveniences
Shops Within the Development
The official project materials confirm a retail component within Causewayz Square, described as an integrated retail area of approximately 90,000 sq ft offering food and beverage outlets and essential services.
The materials reviewed do not confirm which operators will occupy that retail area, or which part of it, if any, sits within Axis Tower itself. Please confirm directly with the developer.
Nearby Shopping
Established commercial areas in and around Johor Bahru City Centre named in the materials reviewed include:
- R&F Mall
- Komtar JBCC
- SKS City Mall
- Plaza Pelangi
- Johor Bahru City Square
- KSL City Mall
- The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey
Food and Dining
The materials reviewed do not name specific dining clusters within or immediately around the development. The named shopping destinations above include food and beverage outlets.
Individual business names, opening hours and operating status may change. Please verify the latest information directly with the relevant business or building management.
Daily Services
Daily services found around Johor Bahru City Centre include clinics and medical centres, banks, laundry services, grocery stores, education centres, and childcare and family services.
Specific operators and operating hours should be checked before visiting.
What Type of Property Is Axis Tower?
Axis Tower is officially classified as a serviced apartment (Pangsapuri Perkhidmatan).
The project’s official disclosure records the development type as Pangsapuri Perkhidmatan and the tenure as freehold. Axis Tower forms one tower within the wider Causewayz Square development, which the official project materials describe as an integrated development combining residential towers with a retail component.
Causewayz Square is commonly described in general circulation as a serviced residence or serviced suite development. The official classification recorded in the project disclosure is Pangsapuri Perkhidmatan.
The materials reviewed do not state the land title category for the development. The title category affects matters such as utility tariffs, assessment and financing, and it differs between a residential title and a commercial title. Please confirm the title category directly with the developer before relying on it.
How Many Units Are There?
Axis Tower contains 908 units across one tower.
The sources reviewed do not state a consistent storey count for the tower. Please confirm the number of storeys with the developer.
The residential units range from 366 sq ft to 592 sq ft, with the following main configurations:
- 366 sq ft with 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom
- 592 sq ft with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, in a dual key arrangement
The materials reviewed describe dedicated parking for the development but do not state an allocation by unit type. Please confirm the parking allocation for any layout you are interested in directly with the developer.
Unit Layouts
The project materials describe 2 principal layouts: Type A and Type B.
| Layout | Built-up | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type A | 366 sq ft | 1 | 1 | Not stated |
| Type B | 592 sq ft | 2 | 2 | Not stated |
Type A
Type A contains 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom within 366 sq ft, and is described in the materials as a studio.
The layout includes:
- An open-plan bedroom and living area
- A kitchen
- A separate toilet compartment and shower compartment
- An air-conditioner ledge to the external face
Type B
Type B contains 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms within 592 sq ft, in a dual key arrangement.
The layout includes:
- A master bedroom with an adjoining master bathroom
- A second bedroom with an adjoining bathroom
- Two separate kitchens, one to each side of the unit
- A shared entry foyer
- Two air-conditioner ledges to the external face
Facilities
Axis Tower provides shared facilities, set out in the materials reviewed over a ground level and an upper facilities level identified as Level 60.
Swimming and Recreation
- Wavescape Infinity Pool
- Seascape Wading Pool
- Jacuzzi Lounge
Health and Fitness
- Power Studio
Gardens and Outdoor Areas
- Sky BBQ Deck
Social and Community Facilities
- Social Lounge
- Entertainment Lounge
- Coworking Lounge
Arrival and Supporting Facilities
- Grand Arrival
- Grand Lobby
The materials reviewed do not set out the security arrangements, access control or staffing for the development. Please confirm these directly with the developer.
EV charger: Insufficient information in the materials reviewed. Please confirm directly with the developer.
Facility availability, condition, operating hours, charges and rules may change after completion and handover.
Nearby Amenities
The following amenities are located in the surrounding area, with approximate driving distance from the project. Inclusion does not indicate any partnership or endorsement.
Shopping and Groceries
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| R&F Mall | ~2.2 km |
| Plaza Pelangi | ~4.2 km |
| Johor Bahru City Square | ~2.3 km |
| KSL City Mall | ~5.4 km |
| The Mall, Mid Valley Southkey | ~9.7 km |
Healthcare
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Hospital Sultanah Aminah, Johor Bahru | ~4.0 km |
| KPJ Johor Specialist Hospital | ~4.0 km |
| Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau | ~6.5 km |
| Puteri Specialist Hospital | ~6.0 km |
| Thomson Fertility Johor Bahru | ~480 m |
Schools
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Foon Yew High School Johor Bahru | ~6.2 km |
| Cornerstone International School | ~3.7 km |
| Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan (C) St Joseph | ~600 m |
| Stellar Preschool | ~4.5 km |
Education
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Open University Malaysia, Johor Bahru Learning Centre | ~5.5 km |
Mosque
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Masjid Al-Attas, Jalan Wong Ah Fook | ~330 m |
| Masjid An-Nur Kotaraya, Jalan Trus | ~1.4 km |
| Masjid India Johor Bahru, Jalan Duke | ~1.4 km |
Church
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Church of the Immaculate Conception, Jalan Gereja | ~1.8 km |
| Holy Light Presbyterian Church Johor Bahru, Jalan Gertak Merah | ~1.9 km |
| Cathedral of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Taman Sri Tebrau | ~5.4 km |
Temple
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Johor Ancient Temple, Jalan Trus | ~1.0 km |
| Xing Gong, Jalan Ulu Air Molek | ~2.3 km |
Public Transport
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| JB Sentral bus terminal and railway station | ~2.6 km |
| Bukit Chagar RTS Link station (future) | ~3.1 km |
| Berjaya Waterfront Ferry Terminal | ~6.8 km |
| Woodlands Train Checkpoint | ~8.1 km |
Park
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Hutan Bandar MBJB | ~2.9 km |
| Danga Park | ~7.0 km |
Safety and Community
| Amenity | Approximate Distance |
|---|---|
| Sentral Police Station, Jalan Meldrum | ~1.8 km |
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Sources & References
This guide is built on verified data from authoritative sources. All statistics and legal references are backed by the following:
Official Project Sources
- Causewayz Square JBCC (official project website) — Official project website for Causewayz Square JBCC in Johor Bahru City Centre, covering Axis Tower and the wider development.
- EXSIM Group — Causewayz Square JBCC development page — Developer page for Causewayz Square JBCC on the EXSIM Group corporate website.
Data currency: All statistics verified as of 27 August 2026. We update this guide quarterly to ensure accuracy.