The Celestz @ Kebun Teh: Layouts, Triple-Key Type B and Facilities

The Celestz Kebun Teh project is the newer of EXSIM’s two towers on Jalan Abad, and it has quickly become the one buyers ask about when they want something a little different from a standard 1+1 or 3-bedroom. Its headline layout is the 753 sq ft triple-key Type B, but the tower also brings a slightly larger entry unit, a generous parking ratio and a lifestyle-focused facility mix. This guide walks through every layout, the facilities, the location and the timeline, so you can decide whether The Celestz suits your plans. If you are still choosing between the two Kebun Teh towers, our Asteriaz vs Celestz comparison covers that decision in detail.

What is The Celestz @ Kebun Teh?

The Celestz is a single-tower serviced apartment development by EXSIM on land adjoining The Asteriaz in Kebun Teh, Larkin. It is often called “Asteriaz phase 2” because it is EXSIM’s second launch on the same site.

The project was launched in 2025 and shares the star-inspired identity of its neighbour, but it is sold and managed as its own development, with its own podium facilities, unit mix and Sale and Purchase Agreement. You will see the name written several ways online, including Celest, Celeste and The Celeste EXSIM; they all refer to the same tower. The official spelling uses EXSIM’s trademark “z” ending, as in Causewayz Square and The Asteriaz.

The Celestz layouts at a glance

The Celestz has three layout families: Type A (581 sq ft), Type B (753 sq ft triple-key) and Type C (915 sq ft, four variants). Each comes with partial branded furnishing, so you start with a usable home rather than a bare shell.

Parking allocations above follow the published project materials; the exact bays for your unit will be stated in your SPA.

Type A: the 581 sq ft 1-bedroom plus study

Type A is the entry layout, and its main advantage is flexibility: a proper bedroom, a separate study and two sanitary spaces in 581 sq ft. It suits singles, couples and first-time buyers.

The layout measures about 6.2 m by 10.2 m internally. The study can work as a home office, a nursery, a walk-in wardrobe or a guest room for visiting family. The separate WC is the detail many buyers notice first: guests do not need to walk through the main bathroom, and two people can get ready at the same time on weekday mornings. Type A comes with one car park bay.

In practical terms, 581 sq ft is on the roomier side for a 1-bedroom in JB. Compared with a compact 1+1 that has only one bathroom, the extra WC and dedicated study make day-to-day living more flexible, and they give the unit broader appeal to tenants who work from home part of the week.

Who Type A suits

• Young professionals who want their own place close to KSL City and the city centre.
• Couples commuting to Singapore who need a desk for hybrid work days.
• Investors looking for a whole-unit rental that is easy to let to a single tenant or couple.

Type B: the 753 sq ft triple-key unit

Type B is The Celestz’s signature layout: three rooms and three bathrooms in 753 sq ft, configured so that each room has its own bathroom and can be accessed independently. It is the layout that sets The Celestz apart from most Kebun Teh condos.

The unit measures about 10.65 m by 7.3 m and comes with two car park bays. Because every room is en-suite, the layout works in two very different ways. A multi-generational family can give parents, adult children or a helper their own private space under one roof. An investor can let the rooms separately to individual tenants, each with their own bathroom, which is a strong selling point compared with typical shared rooms where several tenants share one bathroom.

Triple-key units are uncommon in Johor Bahru, so they deserve a closer look before you commit. We explain the rental mechanics, the costs and sample room-by-room scenarios in our dedicated guide, triple-key units explained: renting room by room at The Celestz.

Type C: the 915 sq ft 3-bedroom family units

Type C is the family layout: 915 sq ft with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and two car park bays, offered in four variants. Choose C1 or C1A if you want a balcony, and C2 or C2A if you prefer more enclosed internal space.

All four variants measure about 9.8 m by 10.8 m. The “A” versions are mirror images of the standard plans, which mainly affects which way the rooms face and where the kitchen sits relative to the entrance. The balcony versions give you a small outdoor space for plants or drying laundry, while the non-balcony versions use an air-conditioner ledge instead. With two parking bays and room for a growing family, Type C is the natural choice for own-stay buyers relocating to JB or upgrading from an older Larkin or Kebun Teh condo.

C1 or C2: balcony or not?

The sizes are identical, so the choice is about lifestyle. A balcony version (C1 or C1A) suits households that want space for plants or drying laundry and like extra light and airflow in the living area. A non-balcony version (C2 or C2A) keeps all the space indoors, which gives more freedom for furniture and is simpler to maintain. When viewing, consider the variant together with floor and facing, for example whether a unit faces the city or avoids the afternoon sun.

The Celestz facilities

The Celestz focuses on lifestyle and social spaces that suit both families and working tenants. The facility list published by the developer includes:

• Starlight infinity pool, the centrepiece of the facility deck.
• Grand lobby designed as a hotel-style arrival space.
• Two-level gym for cardio and weights.
• Sky garden and sky BBQ for gatherings with a view.
• Little Starlight Playground for young children.
• Multipurpose hall plus a badminton court and a half basketball court.
• Reading lounge with co-working space for remote work and study.
• Karaoke room and games room for social evenings.
• Street-level retail units for daily convenience.

The co-working lounge and karaoke and games rooms are especially relevant if you plan to rent out a Type B unit room by room, because room tenants often value good shared spaces outside their own bedroom. The developer’s artist’s impressions show the main spaces, and the full facility schedule will be confirmed in the sales documents.

Location: Kebun Teh, KSL City and the route to Singapore

The Celestz sits in the established Kebun Teh–Larkin area, about 630 m in a straight line from KSL City Mall and adjoining The Asteriaz. It is a mature neighbourhood with shopping, food and transport already in place.

The Celestz is not within walking distance of the RTS, so residents heading to Singapore will drive, take a bus or use e-hailing to the CIQ or Bukit Chagar. The developer has proposed a shuttle service to the CIQ and RTS area. The RTS Link itself is targeted to start passenger service in February 2027, according to a joint LTA–MOT statement in October 2026, with a journey of about five minutes to Woodlands North; the fare has not been announced. Our JB RTS Link condo guide explains how the rail link fits into the wider market.

Who The Celestz suits best

The Celestz suits buyers who want a new, facility-rich home in an established neighbourhood at a mid-market location, with layouts that can adapt to family or rental needs.

• Own-stay families who want a 915 sq ft 3-bedroom with two parking bays near KSL City and Mid Valley Southkey.
• Multi-generational households who value the privacy of three en-suite rooms in Type B.
• Room-rental investors who prefer letting by the room rather than to one household.
• First-time buyers looking for a flexible 1-bedroom-plus-study with a separate WC.

Kebun Teh’s existing condo stock is mostly older; NAPIC data puts the area median at around RM486 psf, and older leasehold condos nearby such as Zennith Suites rent for about RM1,500–2,200 a month. A new tower with modern facilities and generous parking tends to stand out against that stock. For a wider look at the area, read our Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh guide, which covers the neighbourhood both towers share.

Timeline and buying notes

The Celestz was launched in 2025 and completion is expected around 2029–2030. Published materials indicate vacant possession within 52 months of the developer’s advertising permit, which points to around 2029; your SPA states the binding date.

As with any off-plan purchase, you pay by progressive billing during construction rather than the full price upfront, and you receive a defect liability period after handover. Before booking, confirm these points for your chosen unit:

1. The SPA price and the furnishing list included in it.
2. The vacant possession date written in the SPA.
3. The number and location of car park bays allocated.
4. Expected maintenance fees; The Asteriaz next door is quoted at about RM0.51 psf, and The Celestz is expected to be in a similar range.
5. Whether your plans (room rental, long-term letting or own stay) fit the building’s house rules.

Our step-by-step JB buying guide explains booking fees, loans and legal fees. When you are ready to compare units, WhatsApp us for the latest SPA price list and floor plans for The Celestz.

Sources

• The Celestz @ Kebun Teh project microsite
• The Celestz @ Kebun Teh project fact sheet
• The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh project fact sheet
• LTA: RTS Link service targeted for February 2027 (Oct 2026)
• MyRumahBaru: The Asteriaz @ Kebun Teh
• Uchify: JB rental listings

This guide is general information, not financial advice.