Daya 1 Residences (D1R) Review 2026: Is 14 Units per Floor with 6 Lifts Really Low Density?
Daya 1 Residences, commonly shortened to D1R, is a freehold serviced apartment at Jalan Sagu 6, Taman Daya, Johor Bahru, developed by Keck Seng Group.
The development comprises two 35-storey towers, 852 residences and homes ranging from approximately 590 to 954 sqft.
Rather than judging the project only from its total unit count, this ENJ Review examines tower supply, typical-floor loading, lift planning, unit layouts, facilities, Taman Daya location and actual buyer suitability.
Reviewed & Analysed By Edven Ng · ENJ Real Estate Density · Tower Supply · Lift Planning · Unit Mix · Floor Plans · Taman Daya · Tebrau · Mount Austin
Is Daya 1 Residences Worth Considering?
Daya 1 Residences makes the most sense for buyers who want freehold ownership, manageable unit sizes and mature-township convenience within Taman Daya.
Its strongest planning point is not simply the headline “852 units”. The more meaningful daily-living question is how many households share each residential level and each lift core.
With approximately 14 units per typical floor and six lifts per tower, D1R has a more favourable typical-floor circulation structure than the total project number alone may initially suggest.
However, D1R is still an 852-unit development. Buyers should therefore separate tower-level living density from total-project supply when assessing the project.
Daya 1 Residences — Quick Facts
VERIFIED PROJECT INFORMATIONπ’ Project Daya 1 Residences
π Location Taman Daya, Johor Bahru
π Developer Keck Seng Group
π Tenure Freehold
π‘ Property Type Serviced Apartment
πΏ Land Area Approx. 4.55 Acres
π Total Units 852
π Towers 2 Towers
π’ Height 35 Storeys
π Unit Size 590.29–954.11 sqft
π Lift Planning 6 Lifts / Tower
π
Completion June 2029
ENJ Density, Tower Supply & Lift Analysis
EDVEN NG REVIEW · ORIGINAL ENJ ANALYSIS852 total residences
≈187 units / acre gross indicator
14 units / typical floor
6 lifts / tower
HOW ENJ READS THE NUMBERS
852 units ÷ approximately 4.55 acres = about 187 units per acre on a gross-project basis.
For a typical residential level:
14 units ÷ 6 lifts = approximately 2.33 units per lift per typical floor.
This is a simple planning ratio, not a prediction of actual lift waiting time. Lift speed, programming, peak-hour traffic and final resident occupancy will still affect daily performance.
14 Units per Typical Floor Is the More Useful Daily-Living Number
Residents experience their own residential level and lift core every day, not all 852 households at once.
852 Units Still Matters for Resale & Rental Supply
Total development supply can still influence future competing listings after completion.
Six Lifts Improve the Vertical-Circulation Proposition
Six lifts serving approximately 14 homes on a typical floor is one of D1R's more distinctive planning features.
Do Not Call the Whole Project “Very Low Density”
D1R has a relatively favourable typical-floor lift ratio, but the total project still contains 852 residences on approximately 4.55 acres.
Tower A vs Tower B — Supply Is Almost Evenly Split
EDVEN NG REVIEW · TOWER SUPPLY ANALYSISTower A · 432 Units
Tower A represents approximately 50.70% of total project supply.
Tower B · 420 Units
Tower B represents approximately 49.30% of total project supply.
BUYER IMPACT
The difference between the two towers is only 12 units. Neither tower dominates the project's overall supply.
Unit selection should therefore focus more on floor, facing, layout, car-park allocation and surrounding outlook than on tower population alone.
Daya 1 Residences Unit Mix & Layout Spectrum
EDVEN NG REVIEW · UNIT MIX & LAYOUT ANALYSISDaya 1 Residences offers six published layout references ranging from approximately 590 sqft to 954 sqft: Type A, Type A2, Type A3 with PES, Type B, Type B2 with PES and Type C.
The current materials reviewed by ENJ do not disclose a verified unit-count breakdown for each individual layout type. Therefore, ENJ does not publish unverified Type A / B / C supply percentages.
EDVEN NG UNIT MIX VIEW
D1R's layout range progresses from compact 1-bedroom living to 1-bedroom + study, PES configurations, 2-bedroom layouts and a 3-bedroom family unit.
The largest Type C at approximately 954 sqft is around 1.62× the size of the smallest Type A.
Because verified unit counts by individual layout type are not publicly disclosed, the chart focuses on actual layout spectrum, tower supply and vertical-circulation planning rather than creating unsupported unit-mix percentages.
Type A · 590.29 sqft 1 Bedroom · 1 Bathroom · Compact entry layout
Type A2 · 649.06 sqft 1 Bedroom + Study · 1 Bathroom
Type A3 · 721.40 sqft 1 Bedroom + Study + PES
Type B · 778.45 sqft 2 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms
Type B2 · 850.78 sqft 2 Bedrooms + PES · 2 Bathrooms
Type C · 954.11 sqft 3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Largest standard layout
590 sqft · smallest layout
954 sqft · largest layout
+364 sqft · smallest to largest
1.62× largest / smallest
Daya 1 Residences Unit Mix & Layout Spectrum
EDVEN NG REVIEW · UNIT MIX VISUALCurrent project material includes six layout references: Type A, Type A2, Type A3 with PES, Type B, Type B2 with PES and Type C.
A verified public breakdown showing exactly how many units belong to each individual layout type is not currently disclosed in the materials reviewed by ENJ.
For that reason, this review compares the actual floor-plan choices and size spectrum rather than inventing Type A / B / C percentage shares.
Type A · 590.29 sqft 1 Bedroom · 1 Bathroom · Compact entry layout
Type A2 · 649.06 sqft 1 Bedroom + Study · 1 Bathroom
Type A3 · 721.40 sqft 1 Bedroom + Study + PES · 1 Bathroom
Type B · 778.45 sqft 2 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Practical own-stay format
Type B2 · 850.78 sqft 2 Bedrooms + PES · 2 Bathrooms
Type C · 954.11 sqft 3 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms · Largest standard layout
590 sqft · smallest layout
954 sqft · largest layout
+364 sqft · smallest to largest
1.62× largest / smallest size
Which D1R Floor Plan Makes More Sense?
EDVEN NG REVIEW · FLOOR PLAN ANALYSIS| Type | Size | Configuration | Edven Buyer Reading |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type A | 590.29 sqft | 1BR · 1BA | Most compact choice for singles, couples and buyers prioritising manageable size. |
| Type A2 | 649.06 sqft | 1BR + Study · 1BA | Stronger flexibility for WFH, storage or a small additional room. |
| Type A3 | 721.40 sqft | 1BR + Study + PES | More total area, but buyers should separate PES from enclosed internal space. |
| Type B | 778.45 sqft | 2BR · 2BA | The more conventional small-family and long-term own-stay configuration. |
| Type B2 | 850.78 sqft | 2BR · 2BA + PES | Extra private space, but again compare usable internal area carefully. |
| Type C | 954.11 sqft | 3BR · 2BA | Strongest family-use layout for buyers needing three proper bedrooms. |
A2 May Be the Most Flexible Compact Layout
Moving from Type A to Type A2 adds approximately 59 sqft and introduces a dedicated study room.
For couples working from home, that functional difference may matter more than headline size alone.
Type B Is the Conventional 2-Bedroom Sweet Spot
At approximately 778 sqft, Type B provides two proper bedrooms and two bathrooms without depending on PES.
PES Units Need a Different Comparison
Type A3 and Type B2 include Private Enclosed Space.
Buyers should understand how much of the headline size is internal enclosed area versus PES.
Type C Has the Strongest Family Utility
Type C adds a third proper bedroom while remaining below approximately 1,000 sqft.
This makes it the clearest family-oriented layout within the current D1R range.
Facilities — Multi-Generational Rather Than Pool-Only
EDVEN NG REVIEW · PROJECT LIFESTYLE
50m Lap Pool & Water Facilities
The main recreation deck includes a 50m lap pool, jacuzzi and family-oriented water areas.
Indoor & Outdoor Gym
Both indoor and outdoor fitness spaces broaden the active-lifestyle offering.
Pickleball & Half Basketball Court
Sport facilities extend the project beyond a standard pool-and-gym condominium formula.
Co-Working & Meeting Space
Particularly relevant for residents choosing smaller Type A or A2 layouts.
Family & Children's Spaces
Playground, landscaped garden areas and family facilities support longer-term own stay.
EV Charging
EV charging provision adds practical relevance for future vehicle ownership.
Daya 1 Residences Location Review: Taman Daya, Tebrau & Mount Austin
EDVEN NG REVIEW · LOCATION DECISIOND1R should be positioned primarily as a Taman Daya / Tebrau residential project, not as a CIQ-core condominium.
Its stronger geographical relationship is:
Daya 1 Residences → Taman Daya → TD Central → Tebrau → Mount Austin → Bandar Dato' Onn → Johor Bahru.
| Area / Destination | Buyer Relevance |
|---|---|
| TD Central / TD Point | Nearby commercial, dining and everyday services within Taman Daya. |
| AEON Mall Tebrau City | Major retail and grocery destination within the Tebrau catchment. |
| IKEA Tebrau | Retail, furnishing and broader Tebrau commercial activity. |
| Toppen Shopping Centre | Lifestyle, dining, retail and family entertainment. |
| Mount Austin | F&B, education, healthcare and lifestyle catchment. |
| Hospital Sultan Ismail | Major healthcare reference for the Tebrau area. |
EDVEN NG GEO VIEW
Buyers choosing D1R primarily for daily Johor Bahru living may find the mature Taman Daya / Tebrau environment more relevant than distance to RTS.
Buyers whose first priority is daily walking access to Bukit Chagar RTS should compare JBCC projects separately.
Developer — Keck Seng Group
KECK SENG GROUP
Daya 1 Residences forms part of Keck Seng Group's Taman Daya property portfolio.
Keck Seng has long-standing property-development involvement in Johor, including Taman Daya and other residential townships.
Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad is listed on Bursa Malaysia, giving buyers access to broader corporate and financial disclosures compared with a privately held single-project developer.
EDVEN NG DEVELOPER VIEW
Developer track record is one part of due diligence.
The final buying decision should still consider D1R's own SPA specifications, construction progress, unit selection, facilities delivery and final workmanship.
Daya 1 Residences Pros & Cons
EDVEN NG REVIEW · PROS & CONSβ Pros — What We Like
Freehold tenure
Relevant for buyers planning longer-term ownership.
Mature Taman Daya address
Surrounding retail, healthcare, schools and roads already exist.
14 units per typical floor
More meaningful for daily living than looking only at 852 total units.
Six lifts per tower
Supports a favourable typical-floor circulation ratio.
Wide layout ladder
Choices extend from compact 1BR to proper 3BR family layouts.
Tebrau / Mount Austin catchment
Strong surrounding daily-lifestyle convenience.
Multi-generational facilities
Pool, gym, sports, co-working and family spaces support different resident profiles.
β Cons & Buyer Considerations
852 units remains substantial total supply
Future resale and rental listings may compete within the same project.
Not a walk-to-RTS location
D1R serves a different buyer requirement from Bukit Chagar projects.
PES units need careful comparison
Do not compare total sqft without understanding usable internal area.
Car-dependent wider lifestyle
Tebrau, Mount Austin, IKEA and Toppen are road-based destinations.
Completion remains ahead
Buyers needing immediate occupancy should compare completed alternatives.
No verified public layout-count percentages
Buyers should not assume one Type is scarce without actual developer inventory data.
Who Is Daya 1 Residences Suitable For / Not Suitable For?
EDVEN NG REVIEW · BUYER SUITABILITYπ More Suitable For
First-home buyers
Type A and Type A2 offer compact freehold choices.
Young couples
A2's study room provides useful flexibility.
Small families
Type B and Type C provide proper two- and three-bedroom configurations.
Taman Daya / Tebrau households
Suitable for buyers already working or living around eastern JB.
Buyers prioritising mature amenities
The project benefits from an established surrounding catchment.
↔ May Not Be Suitable For
Walk-to-RTS buyers
Taman Daya is not a station-front location.
Buyers wanting very low total project supply
The development still contains 852 homes.
Immediate move-in buyers
Current estimated completion is June 2029.
Buyers choosing only by Mount Austin branding
The actual project location is Taman Daya.
Buyers who need very large family units
The largest standard layout is approximately 954 sqft.
View Full Daya 1 Residences Project Details
For the latest Type A, A2, A3, B, B2 and Type C floor plans, available units, current package, tower, floor, facing, facilities and viewing arrangements, continue to ENJ's main Daya 1 Residences Product page.
View Daya 1 Residences Details →Daya 1 Residences Review — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Daya 1 Residences located?
Daya 1 Residences is located at Jalan Sagu 6, Taman Daya, Johor Bahru, near TD Central and the wider Tebrau / Mount Austin corridor.
Is Daya 1 Residences freehold?
Yes. Current project information identifies Daya 1 Residences as a freehold serviced apartment.
Who is the developer of Daya 1 Residences?
Daya 1 Residences is developed by Keck Seng Group / Keck Seng (Malaysia) Berhad.
How many units are there at Daya 1 Residences?
Daya 1 Residences has 852 residences across two towers. Current ENJ project information identifies 432 units in Tower A and 420 units in Tower B.
How many units are there per floor at D1R?
Keck Seng's current project communication highlights approximately 14 units per typical residential floor.
How many lifts does Daya 1 Residences have?
Current developer information highlights six lifts per tower serving approximately 14 units on a typical floor.
Is Daya 1 Residences low density?
ENJ would separate typical-floor density from total-project density.
Six lifts serving approximately 14 homes per typical floor is a favourable tower-level planning ratio, but the total development still contains 852 residences across approximately 4.55 acres.
What unit sizes are available?
Current layout references range from approximately 590.29 sqft to 954.11 sqft.
What D1R floor plans are available?
Current ENJ project information includes Type A, Type A2, Type A3 with PES, Type B, Type B2 with PES and Type C.
What is the largest Daya 1 Residences unit?
Type C is approximately 954.11 sqft with three bedrooms and two bathrooms.
Does Daya 1 Residences have PES units?
Yes. Type A3 and Type B2 include Private Enclosed Space.
Is Daya 1 Residences near Mount Austin?
D1R is located in Taman Daya with road access to the wider Mount Austin and Tebrau lifestyle areas.
Is Daya 1 Residences near IKEA and Toppen?
IKEA Tebrau, Toppen Shopping Centre and AEON Mall Tebrau City form part of the wider Tebrau retail catchment accessible from Taman Daya.
When is Daya 1 Residences expected to complete?
Current project information indicates estimated completion in June 2029, subject to actual construction progress and contractual delivery terms.
Is Daya 1 Residences suitable for own stay?
It may suit first-home buyers, young couples and smaller families looking for a freehold home in mature Taman Daya with access to Tebrau and Mount Austin amenities.
ENJ Sources & Review Method
Reviewed & Analysed By: Edven Ng · ENJ Real Estate
Last Verified: 11 September 2026
Primary Developer Reference: Keck Seng Group Property Daya 1 Residences project materials, brochure and current 2026 developer communications covering tenure, tower planning, six lifts per tower, 14 units per typical floor, core layout range and facilities.
Current ENJ Product Reference: ENJ Daya 1 Residences Product page for project location, approximately 4.55-acre site, 852 total residences, Tower A 432 units, Tower B 420 units, Type A / A2 / A3 / B / B2 / C references, floor-plan images, facilities plan and location map.
Edven Ng / ENJ Original Analysis: approximately 187 units-per-acre gross density indicator, Tower A 50.70% versus Tower B 49.30% supply split, approximately 2.33 typical-floor homes per lift simple planning ratio, 590–954 sqft layout spectrum, PES interpretation, Pros & Cons and buyer suitability.
No verified public unit-count breakdown by individual Type A / A2 / A3 / B / B2 / C was used in this review. ENJ therefore does not publish unverified layout-mix percentages.
Type A, A2, B or Type C — Which D1R Layout Fits You Better?
Edven Ng can help you compare current Daya 1 Residences units based on actual floor plan, tower, level, facing, car-park allocation, household size and latest availability.
We can also compare Daya 1 Residences against other Taman Daya, Tebrau and Mount Austin projects based on your actual own-stay requirements rather than brochure selling points alone.
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