The Bencoolen

The Bencoolen is a leasehold (99 yrs from 1995) apartment completed in 1999. It is developed by NOT AVAILABLE and designed by ARCHURBAN ARCHITECTS PLANNERS. The development occupies a land area of 6,258 sqm and a Gross Floor Area of 26,285 sqm. It consists of 182 units. According to records, buyers of this development are Singaporean 64.9%, PR 16.2%, Foreigner 14.3%, Company 4.6%.

THE BENCOOLEN is located along Bencoolen Street in Rochor, in District 7. It is accessible through the nearest MRTs including Rochor DT13 and Bugis DT14, EW12.

Based on transaction data in the last 12 months, sale prices range from S$ 1,250 psf to S$ 1,711 psf at an average of S$ 1,600 psf. Its highest recorded transaction was S$ 1,711 psf in Jun 2023 for a 829-sqft unit. Its lowest recorded transaction was S$ 441 psf in Jul 1996 for a 1,249-sqft unit. Its current rental yield is at 3.9%. Other nearby amenities include: 3 Grocerie(s): COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD, JEWISH WELFARE BOARD, SINGAPORE, THE, SHENG SIONG SUPERMARKET PTE LTD, and 3 Shopping Mall(s): ALBERT COMPLEX, FU LU SHOU COMPLEX, SIM LIM SQUARE.

Buyers and tenants are attracted to District 7, which consists of Beach Road, Bugis, the Golden Mile, Middle Road and Rochor areas. Most of the properties in this district are commercial properties with a small selection of residential properties. Home buyers looking for Bugis properties can choose from a small selection of HDB flats off Middle Road, at Bras Basah Complex and at Rochor Centre. The private residential properties at Bugis are similarly scarce, with projects such as Duo Residences and Midtown Modern witnessing strong demand. Shopping and dining options abound in District 7, with many malls in the area including Bugis Junction and Bugis+. Many hotels such as the Intercontinental Singapore, Carlton Hotel and Raffles Hotel are located within the district or in close proximity to cater to tourists visiting the region.

As a major financial and business hub, the Central Region stands as the dynamic city centre of Singapore. Spanning 13,150ha in land area, the region hosts Singapore's only UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to many of the country's national monuments, such as the Merlion Park and Statue of Raffles. Although the region is designated mainly for commercial activities, it houses residential developments ranging from HDBs to bungalows. There is also plenty of greenery in the region, linked by 19km of park connectors. According to the Master Plan 2019, Orchard and Downtown will be rejuvenated as a lifestyle hub to include more mixed developments which offer live, work and play opportunities. New housing will be constructed in the Marina South Area with community facilities and amenities. Stage-6 of the Circle Line opening by 2025 will also enhance the Central Region's connectivity.