Affordable homes in Johor: RMMJ, PR1MA & aid (2026)
Quick answer: Three main routes: Rumah Mampu Milik Johor (RMMJ) — controlled prices for eligible Johor residents; PR1MA — RM100,000–RM400,000 homes for households earning RM2,500–RM15,000; and Perumahan Kasih Johor 2026 — a RM5,000 first-home grant and RM2,000 move-in aid (apply 3 Aug–31 Dec 2026). All require you to own no home (or a limited number) and apply through official channels.
Key facts
| PR1MA — income | RM2,500–RM15,000 (household) |
|---|---|
| PR1MA — price | RM100,000–RM400,000 |
| Perumahan Kasih Johor | RM5,000 + RM2,000 (apply by 31 Dec 2026) |
| RMMJ | Documents cut to 5 |
| Scheme | Who qualifies (short) | Price / aid | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| RMMJ | Johor residents (registered voters), household income cap, no existing home | State-controlled price | PKPJ |
| PR1MA | Citizens 21+, household RM2,500–RM15,000, own no more than 1 property | RM100,000–RM400,000 | PR1MA portal |
| Perumahan Kasih Johor | Johor voters, first home in Johor, income cap | RM5,000 + RM2,000 | Official form to PKPJ |
Good to know
- The state has cut RMMJ application documents to five basic ones.
- Perumahan Kasih Johor's income cap is reported as RM5,000 (JS-SEZ areas) or RM4,000 (outside); the price cap is reported up to RM650,000 — confirm with PKPJ.
- Affordable homes usually carry a resale moratorium for some years.
- You still need bank, LPPSA or SJKP approval — check what your salary qualifies for.
Prefer a private project at a similar price? See terrace projects in JB and the 15% Bumi-lot discount.
Frequently asked questions
What are the RMMJ requirements?
Johor residents (registered Johor voters), a household income cap, and no existing home. Apply through PKPJ; documents have been cut to five basic ones.
Who can buy a PR1MA home?
Malaysian citizens aged 21 and above with household income of RM2,500 to RM15,000 a month who own no more than one property.
How much is a PR1MA home?
Roughly RM100,000 to RM400,000 depending on location and type.
RMMJ vs PR1MA — what's the difference?
RMMJ is the Johor state scheme for Johor residents; PR1MA is a federal scheme for middle-income households nationwide.