The Asteriaz vs The Celestz: Phase 1 vs Phase 2 — Which Should You Buy?

Searches for asteriaz phase 2, “asteriaz 2” and “asteriaz vs celestz” all point to the same question: if EXSIM has two towers side by side in Kebun Teh, which one should you buy? The answer depends less on the location, which is shared, and more on the layout you need and how you plan to use the unit. This guide lays out the two projects side by side, explains who each one suits, and ends with a simple decision guide. We also clear up the naming confusion, because buyers and portals refer to the second phase as Celest, Celeste and Celestz.

Is The Celestz the Asteriaz phase 2?

Yes. The Celestz @ Kebun Teh is the second EXSIM development on adjoining land next to The Asteriaz, which is why many buyers call it “Asteriaz phase 2” or “Asteriaz 2”. It is a separate tower with its own podium facilities, unit mix and SPA.

The Asteriaz was EXSIM’s first project in Johor and is now under construction. The Celestz followed in 2025, using the same address area (Jalan Abad, Jalan Kebun Teh, Larkin, 80350 Johor Bahru) and a related cosmic, star-themed identity. Because the two towers sit next to each other, they will share the same neighbourhood, road access and nearby amenities, but each building is managed and sold as its own project.

Celest, Celeste or Celestz: which name is correct?

The official name is The Celestz, with the “z” ending that EXSIM uses across its brand (The Treez, The Leafz, Causewayz Square, The Asteriaz). You will also see it written as “Celest”, “Celeste kebun teh” or “The Celeste EXSIM” in forum posts and some listings. They all refer to the same project. When you search or compare listings, pair the name with “Kebun Teh”, “JB” or “EXSIM” to avoid mixing it up with unrelated projects that use a similar name.

The Asteriaz vs The Celestz: side-by-side comparison

The two towers are similar in tenure, location and timing; the real differences are unit count, layouts and parking. Here is the comparison based on the developers’ published materials and project listings.

Exact completion dates, parking allocations and finishes are set out in each project’s SPA; confirm them before booking.

Unit layouts: where the two phases really differ

The biggest difference between The Asteriaz and The Celestz is the middle layout. The Asteriaz goes straight from a compact 1+1 to a 915 sq ft 3-bedroom, while The Celestz adds a 753 sq ft triple-key unit in between.

Entry layouts: 560 sq ft vs 581 sq ft

Both towers offer a 1-bedroom-plus-study entry unit. The Celestz Type A is slightly larger at 581 sq ft and adds a separate WC to the main bathroom, which is handy when you have guests or use the study as a home office. The Asteriaz Type A at 560 sq ft is the more compact option, with one bathroom.

The Celestz triple-key Type B (753 sq ft)

Type B is The Celestz’s distinctive layout: three rooms and three bathrooms in 753 sq ft, configured as a triple-key unit. Each room has its own bathroom, so the unit can be rented out to three separate tenants or used by a multi-generational household that values privacy. It comes with two parking bays.

Family layouts: 915 sq ft in both

Both towers have a 915 sq ft 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom family unit with two parking bays, offered with or without a balcony. If a conventional family layout is what you want, the two towers are broadly equivalent and your decision will come down to floor, facing and the facility mix you prefer.

Parking and facilities compared

The Celestz publishes a clear parking figure: 1,085 bays for 735 units, including 20 EV bays, with two bays allocated to Type B and C units. That generous ratio is a practical advantage in Johor Bahru, where most households own at least one car.

On facilities, both phases follow the star theme but emphasise different things.

• The Asteriaz concentrates on a large Level 10 recreation deck (Luna Pool, Moon Bath, Cosmic Kids Pool, Galaxy Venue for pickleball and badminton, Hoop Court, Cosmic Library, Galactic Playground and Cosmic Playhouse), a Level 11 Nova Gym and a rooftop Level 43 with Moon Deck, Starlit Grill and Eclipse Dining.
• The Celestz leans towards lifestyle and social spaces: a Starlight infinity pool, a two-level gym, karaoke and games rooms, a reading lounge with co-working space, a sky garden with sky BBQ, a half basketball court, badminton, a playground and street-level retail.

Families with young children may prefer The Asteriaz’s dedicated kids’ pool and playhouse, while tenants who work from home or socialise often may find The Celestz’s co-working and karaoke spaces more appealing.

Shared location: what both towers offer

Because the two towers are neighbours, the location story is the same for both. You are in the established Kebun Teh–Larkin area, close to Holiday Plaza (around 550 m) and KSL City Mall (around 630 m straight line), with Mid Valley Southkey about 3.3 km away.

For Singapore access, the Johor–Singapore CIQ is about 3.2 km away, roughly a 10-minute drive in normal traffic, and the Bukit Chagar RTS Link station is about 2.9 km in a straight line. Neither tower is within walking distance of the RTS, so residents will drive, take a bus or use e-hailing. The developer has proposed a shuttle service to the CIQ and RTS area for both phases. The RTS Link is targeted to begin passenger service in February 2027, according to a joint LTA–MOT statement in October 2026, with fares yet to be announced. For more on the rail link, see our JB RTS Link condo guide.

Kebun Teh itself is a mature mid-market neighbourhood. Older leasehold condos nearby are listed at roughly RM360–560 psf and typically rent for about RM1,500–2,200 a month, so two brand-new, facility-rich towers stand out against the existing stock. Our JB condo price and rent guide has wider benchmarks.

Rental strategy: whole-unit letting vs room rental

The two phases lend themselves to slightly different rental strategies. The Asteriaz layouts suit whole-unit letting, while The Celestz Type B is designed for letting room by room.

A 1+1 or a 915 sq ft 3-bedroom is easy to let to one household, such as a couple commuting to Singapore or a family relocating for work. That keeps management simple: one tenancy agreement, one set of utilities, one point of contact. A triple-key unit works differently. Each of the three en-suite rooms can be let separately to individual professionals or students, which can widen the tenant pool, but it also means more tenancies to manage and more attention to furnishing and house rules. Neither approach is better in every case; what matters is which one fits the time and effort you plan to put into the unit, and whether you will use a property manager.

Who should buy The Asteriaz, and who should buy The Celestz?

In short: The Asteriaz suits buyers who want a straightforward 1+1 or a classic 3-bedroom family home, while The Celestz suits investors who want room-rental flexibility through the triple-key unit and buyers who place a premium on parking.

The Asteriaz is a strong fit if you…

• want a compact 560 sq ft 1+1 as a Singapore-commuter base or first investment;
• are a family looking for a 915 sq ft 3-bedroom with a dedicated kids’ pool and playhouse;
• like the idea of owning in EXSIM’s first Johor project, the original tower of the Kebun Teh pair;
• prefer the 560 sq ft Type A as an entry-level layout.

The Celestz is a strong fit if you…

• plan to rent by the room and want the 753 sq ft triple-key Type B with three en-suite rooms;
• need two parking bays for a mid-sized unit, or value a building with 1,085 bays and EV charging;
• want a slightly larger 581 sq ft entry unit with an extra WC;
• like lifestyle facilities such as a two-level gym, co-working lounge and karaoke room.

Read the full fact sheets on our The Asteriaz project page and The Celestz project page.

Decision guide: Asteriaz phase 1 or phase 2?

Use these questions to narrow the choice quickly. Most buyers can decide with the first two.

1. How will you use the unit? Own-stay family home: either tower’s 915 sq ft 3-bedroom works. Room rental: The Celestz Type B. Single or couple: either Type A.
2. How many cars? If you need two bays without moving up to a 915 sq ft unit, The Celestz Type B is the smallest layout across both phases with two bays as standard.
3. Which facilities will you actually use? Kids’ pool and playhouse lean towards The Asteriaz; co-working, karaoke and a two-level gym lean towards The Celestz.
4. What is your budget? SPA prices for both towers vary by layout, floor and release, so WhatsApp us for the latest SPA price lists and compare them side by side.
5. Which floor and facing? Within either tower, the right stack can matter as much as the choice between towers. Ask for the latest availability chart before deciding.

Still undecided? See our EXSIM JB project comparison, which also covers Causewayz Square in the city centre, or WhatsApp us for floor plans and the current SPA price lists for both phases.

Sources

• The Celestz @ Kebun Teh project microsite
• The Celestz @ Kebun Teh project fact sheet
• The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh project fact sheet
• EdgeProp: The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh new launch listing
• MyRumahBaru: The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh
• LTA: RTS Link service targeted for February 2027

This guide is general information, not financial advice.