Forest City – Nigella Park, located in the Iskandar Special Economic Zone of Johor, Malaysia, is one of the luxury residential areas within the Forest City project, completed in 2019. This project was jointly developed by China’s major real estate developer Country Garden and the Johor State Government through a joint venture. Benefiting from the dual advantages of being in both a Free Trade Zone and a Special Financial Zone, it offers a strategic location. Designed as luxury apartments with villa-style layouts featuring private pools and dedicated elevators, it caters to the high-quality living and investment needs of international buyers.

Developer: Country Garden Pacificview Sdn. Bhd.

The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Country Garden Group, specializing in high-quality projects such as residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. Country Garden has established itself as a leading player in the global real estate development field through numerous successful projects worldwide. Its flagship project, Forest City, has received international acclaim and won around 30 international awards globally. It was also selected by Forbes magazine as one of the “Top 5 New Cities Shaping the Future,” showcasing its innovation and global vision. Through this project, CGPV demonstrates its exceptional capabilities and international strategy in real estate development.

Invest in MM2H at Forest City Johor Bahru

By investing RM500,000 in property within Forest City’s Special Financial Zone, foreign investors can apply for the MM2H program. Located close to Singapore, it offers tax incentives and freehold ownership, along with an eco-friendly and luxurious living environment.

Highlights of Forest City – Nigella Park:

1. Luxurious Large-Scale Residence Design Each unit offers an impressive built-up area of approximately 4,542 sq. ft. (around 422㎡), featuring 4–5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. With a private pool and dedicated elevator, residents enjoy the ultimate in private luxury living, combining both safety and convenience.
2. Prime Location Located in Johor, Malaysia, right next to the Singapore border. Offering extremely convenient access to Singapore, it ensures smooth international connectivity. Highly popular among foreign investors, especially Japanese buyers.
3. Duty-Free Zone + Low Living Costs Forest City is an officially designated duty-free zone by the Malaysian government, where imported goods enjoy tax exemptions. In addition, the cost of living is significantly lower compared to other international cities, allowing residents to enjoy world-class quality of life at a very low cost. For investors from countries such as Japan, the economic advantages are substantial.
4. Within a 15–30 km radius, there are numerous world-class international schools. In addition, an international school is located within the project itself, providing an ideal educational environment for foreign families.
5. Featuring a 4 km-long Golden Coastline and a water park, the surrounding area also brings together international schools, medical centers, five-star hotels, and shopping streets. With advanced security systems and an international community, it offers a safe and fulfilling lifestyle.
6. In collaboration with Taiwan’s leading health management group “Mei Zhao (Health Management Group),” the project provides top-level healthcare services. Future plans include partnerships with international medical institutions and research organizations to establish a comprehensive long-term health support system.
7. As a financial special zone, Forest City enjoys preferential policies such as 0% corporate tax and exemption from sales tax, attracting numerous investors and skilled professionals. The minimum property purchase price for foreigners starts as low as RM500,000 (approx. 15 million JPY), with a smooth approval process. Thanks to these incentives and its international environment, Forest City is highly valued as an “overseas expatriate hub” by Japanese corporate executives and Singapore-based foreign employees.
8. Green & Smart Urban Design – Incorporating vertical greening, smart security systems, and other sustainable and eco-friendly urban planning concepts. Recognized internationally as a benchmark in global real estate development.

Summary

Forest City – Nigella Park, with its future-oriented urban planning, luxurious large-format units, and comprehensive surrounding amenities, has become an ideal residence and investment destination for affluent buyers worldwide. It is particularly highly regarded by Japanese foreign buyers, offering an international-standard lifestyle across housing, education, healthcare, and commerce.
The combination of low living costs and tax-exemption policies has further enhanced the project’s appeal. Through this project, Country Garden Pacificview has once again proven its innovation and market leadership in global real estate development.

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