NovTime Square 9 — The Gatsby Residence in BKK1, Phnom Penh
This page uses developer renders — the project is under construction and the images are illustrative.
Time Square 9 is a 39-floor residential complex in BKK1, the most prestigious district of Phnom Penh, designed in the art-deco aesthetic inspired by The Great Gatsby. It's a lifestyle product with a strong visual identity: geometric facades, gold, marble and crystal in the interiors, and premium rooftop amenities. For an investor it's a recognisable, easily lettable property in the capital's best location. The developer is Megakim World Corporation, which runs the Time Square series in Phnom Penh (per the developer's official site, Time Square 5 is listed as completed; several other projects in the series are under construction).
Key parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Residential complex (residences) |
| Location | Street 278, BKK1, Phnom Penh |
| Floors | 39 |
| Residences | about 600 in a developer record; 700 in separate marketing material |
| Plot area | 1,765 m² |
| Layouts | from 60 to 190 m² (1–4 bedrooms) |
| Style | art-deco / The Great Gatsby |
| Developer | Megakim World Corporation |
| Completion | 2029 |
The Gatsby Residence concept
The project is inspired by the 1920s art-deco era and Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby. The architecture, with expressive geometric facades, evokes an age of luxury: the entrance greets you with crystal chandeliers, gilded ceilings and geometric ornament. The palette — metal, crystal, silver and mirrors combined with neutral art-deco tones: pastel, beige, cream, lacquered wood and polished glass. For an investor, this recognisable aesthetic means high rental appeal among expats and diplomats.
A Gatsby-style living room — developer render.
Interiors
The residences are designed in several concepts within a single art-deco aesthetic — from dark-and-gold to light pastel schemes with geometric accents.
What the finishes specification should cover
The renders communicate a design concept but do not define the legally binding handover package. Before signing the SPA, request a finishes schedule stating the brand or minimum grade of flooring, doors, windows, sanitaryware, kitchen equipment, air-conditioning, lighting and built-in furniture.
Check the developer's substitution rights, the minimum standard for an acceptable replacement and the process for material changes. The same schedule should state the handover condition, included appliances, warranty documents, inspection procedure, defect-remedy process and the event that constitutes acceptance.
Interiors — developer renders.
Building structure
| Level | Use |
|---|---|
| GF (ground floor) | Art-deco lobby |
| B1–B2 | Underground parking |
| 2F–4F | Above-ground parking |
| 5F–39F | Gatsby Floors — residential units |
| RF (rooftop) | Premium amenities |
Premium rooftop amenities
The top level is a space for leisure and socialising with a BKK1 panorama:
- Sky Pool — a pool with a panoramic view, plus a children's pool
- Sky Fitness and a yoga studio
- Meeting Rooms
- Sky Lounge / Cafe, Game Zone, Poker Room
- Cigar Lounge
- Sky Cinema — a private screening room
Premium rooftop amenities — developer renders.
Layouts
Public material describes formats from compact one-bedrooms to spacious four-bedrooms. The residence count differs: about 600 in a developer record and 700 in separate marketing material.
Gross versus net area: what the documents should state
Public Time Square 9 listings use both gross and net areas, while this page presents a single set of figures. Two units can therefore be compared by price per square metre only after the seller confirms that the same area basis is being used.
Ask for a dimensioned unit plan and a separate area schedule showing internal usable space, balcony, wall allocation and any other included components. The reservation form and SPA should match on unit code, floor, layout type, gross area, net area and price; a sales explanation is not a substitute for a signed schedule.
| Format | Area |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 60, 75, 80 m² |
| 2 bedrooms | 90, 95 m² |
| 3 bedrooms | 130 m² |
| 4 bedrooms | 190 m² |
What's nearby
Landmarks near the project in BKK1, per open-map data (OpenStreetMap):
Nearby places are open-map references (OpenStreetMap, checked 05 Jul 2026), without travel time; exact distances and current status are confirmed on site. See the project on the projects map.
Choose the stack, not only the layout
The same layout can perform differently on different sides of the tower because of daylight, solar gain, road noise and the durability of the view. Before selecting a unit, request the full typical-floor plan showing north, the stack number, lift core, stairs, refuse rooms and engineering spaces.
Check what currently faces the windows and what may legally be built on the neighbouring plot. For units close to the parking podium or roof, identify vehicle ramps, ventilation outlets, pumps, generators and pool plant. A panoramic render does not establish the acoustic conditions of a specific residence.
How the payments work
An indicative payment sequence under the developer's scheme for an off-plan residence with 0% installments:
- Bookingbooking fee to reserve the residence
- SPA & down paymentsigning the contract, down payment — to be confirmed
- 0% installmentsbalance in equal parts, 45 months
- Handoverhandover payment after completion (stated 2029)
- Titlefreehold / strata-title in the buyer's name after completion
The stage structure is per the developer; the booking fee, down payment, handover share and exact schedule for a specific unit are fixed in the SPA and confirmed on request.
The developer — Megakim World Corporation
Megakim has been in the Cambodian market for around 9 years and develops the Time Square series in Phnom Penh. According to the developer's official site, Time Square 5 is listed as completed and move-in ready, while Time Square 6 and several other projects in the series are under construction. Time Square 9 is another project in the series in BKK1. The developer's delivery history is worth checking separately before booking.
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Where is Time Square 9 located?
On Street 278 in the BKK1 district — the most prestigious district of Phnom Penh. The developer is Megakim World Corporation.
When is completion?
According to the developer — 2029.
What layouts are there?
Layouts: 1-bedroom 60/75/80 m², 2-bedroom 90/95 m², 3-bedroom 130 m², 4-bedroom 190 m². Residential floors run from the 5th to the 39th. Sources differ on the residence count: about 600 or 700.
What's distinctive about the concept?
1920s art-deco aesthetics inspired by The Great Gatsby: geometric facades, gold, marble, crystal. A recognisable product, attractive to expat tenants. On the BKK1 district, see the article on districts of Phnom Penh.
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Ask about Time Square 9 →Can I compare Time Square 9 units only by price per square metre?
No. First confirm that the price is divided by the same area basis — gross or net — and that the treatment of balconies, walls, furniture, parking and handover charges is consistent. Then compare floor, stack, orientation, view, layout efficiency and payment schedule; the lowest price per square metre may reflect less usable space or a weaker position.
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What to check before booking
A short checklist of questions about a specific residence before you place a booking:
- The current price and availability of a specific layout and floor (the price on this page is a reference for one unit, not a minimum).
- The 0% installment schedule over 45 months: the size of the down payment and the handover payment.
- The construction stage and the real completion schedule (2029 is stated).
- The ownership form (freehold / strata-title) and the remaining foreign quota.
- The full list of costs above the price: stamp duty ~4%, management, sinking fund.
How to model post-handover costs
A headline service-charge rate is not enough to calculate ownership costs. Confirm whether it is applied to gross or net area and whether it includes the sinking fund, common-area insurance, security, pool and gym operations, waste collection, parking and building management.
Request the draft condominium rules and a sample operating budget before booking. Separate one-off handover charges, recurring mandatory fees and consumption-based utilities; also check who can increase the tariff, how the annual budget is approved and whether management debts follow the unit on resale.
What remains unverified
Honestly, on the limits of our data for this project:
- the ~$105,000 is a reference for a specific unit, not a minimum entry price and not an offer;
- this is off-plan with completion in 2029 — there is construction risk and a long waiting horizon;
- we don't claim any guaranteed-income or buy-back programmes for the project — they're not in our data; 6–8% gross for BKK1 is a market benchmark, not a guarantee;
- the exact areas and layout of a specific unit are fixed by the contract;
- unit availability and the current price list are a fast-changing field and require confirmation.
How to track construction after groundbreaking
The groundbreaking ceremony for Time Square 9 and Time Square 11 took place on 9 June 2026; Cambodianess reported that work on both developments had officially started. For a buyer, that date is not proof of future completion. It is the baseline from which subsequent progress should be measured.
Before booking, request a dated construction pack specifically for Time Square 9: photographs taken from consistent viewpoints, the stage completed, the next measurable milestone and the current programme. In the SPA, distinguish calendar-based instalments from milestone-linked payments and check the clauses covering delay, buyer notification and evidence of progress.
Document availability
What can actually be obtained and checked for the project (on request — through our team and the developer):
| Document | Status |
|---|---|
| Developer brochure and floor plans | available, used on this page |
| Current price list and available units | on request |
| SPA contract and installment schedule | on request, before signing |
| Title / strata (hard title) | issued after completion (off-plan) |
| Construction permit documentation | checked as part of due diligence |
A NovAsia check is an editorial cross-check against sources, not a legal opinion on the property. The procedure is described on the "How we check projects" page.
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