One Bernam, a mixed-use development with 351 residential units located in the popular Tanjong Pagar district, recently offered 87 units for sale at promotional prices during the weekend of Jan 11 to 12. Developed by MCC Land and Hao Yuan Investment, the 99-year leasehold apartment tower was initially launched in May 2021. According to caveats lodged as of Jan 10, over 75% of the units had already been sold at an average price of $2,585 psf.
During the weekend promotion, the discounted prices applied to all remaining 87 units, which included one-bedroom to three-bedroom units as well as penthouses. Interested buyers can search for the latest new launches to find out more about transaction prices and available units.
The one-bedroom units, each ranging from 441 sq ft to 463 sq ft in size, saw price discounts of $323,000 to $438,000. These units were sold at prices ranging from $1.295 million ($2,934 psf) to $1.328 million ($2,869 psf). Meanwhile, the two-bedroom apartments, which are 700 sq ft to 732 sq ft in size, had price discounts from $437,000 to $668,000, with units selling at prices from $1.752 million ($2,394 psf) to $1.78 million ($2,544 psf). The two-bedroom plus study apartments, which are 807 sq ft to 872 sq ft in size, saw price discounts ranging from $380,000 to $800,000. These units were sold at prices ranging from $2.139 million ($2,581 psf) to $2.158 million ($2,475 psf).
The three-bedroom apartments, which are 1,421 sq ft in size, had discounts ranging from $616,000 to $830,000. These units were sold at prices ranging from $3.496 million ($2,461 psf) to $3.526 million ($2,482 psf).
The remaining units for sale are limited to three penthouses, with only two three-bedroom penthouses available for sale. These units have sizes of 1,744 sq ft and 1,948 sq ft respectively, while the remaining unit is a five-bedroom penthouse with a size of 4,306 sq ft.
According to Marcus Chu, CEO of ERA Singapore, the sales performance of One Bernam highlights the strong interest in the property as a stable and high-potential asset. He adds that about 78% of the purchasers bought their units as investments, and 87% of the buyers for One Bernam were Singaporeans, with 70% aged between 31 and 50.
Following the overwhelming response over the weekend, only three penthouses are currently available for sale, bringing total sales to 99%. This trend is expected to continue given that the project is scheduled to obtain a Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) in March 2026, which means investors can start generating rental income to support their loan instalments.
Understanding the regulations and restrictions surrounding property ownership in Singapore is crucial for foreign investors. While foreigners can easily purchase condos, ownership of landed properties is subject to stricter rules. It is important to note that foreign buyers are also liable to pay the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD), which is currently set at 20% for their initial property purchase. Despite these added expenses, the stability and potential for growth in the Singapore real estate market remains a strong draw for foreign investments. In fact, the market’s appeal is further enhanced by the introduction of exciting new condo launches.
Based on EdgeProp Landlens data, average monthly rents of existing apartment projects in the area, such as Altez, Eon Shenton and 76 Shenton, command rental rates ranging from $6.90 psf to $7.40 psf. With the reduced competition from foreign buyers due to the hike in Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) imposed in 2023, more opportunities have opened up for local buyers to enter the market. This has resulted in local demand being the key driver for Central Core Region (CCR) properties moving forward, with competitive pricing making these developments a desirable and stable investment choice. Interested buyers can check out the latest listings for One Bernam properties and compare its price trend with that of resale condos to make an informed decision.…