TAIPAN REGENCY is a freehold development along HAIG ROAD in District 15 (Katong / Joo Chiat), part of the RCR segment of Singapore's private residential market. The project comprises 18 units and is TOP 2003.
This profile draws on 6 recorded transactions from URA to frame the project's character: who actually lives here, who buys here, and where the pricing sits relative to immediate alternatives. For the broader district context, see the Singapore price-heatmap map.
At roughly 23 years from TOP, TAIPAN REGENCY is in mature-resale territory: a clear track record on capital appreciation, defined renovation and refurbishment cycles, and lease-decay considerations starting to enter the picture (if leasehold).
Within District 15 (Katong / Joo Chiat), the immediate context for TAIPAN REGENCY is shaped by the broader URA Master Plan zoning for the area, ongoing or planned infrastructure (MRT extensions, expressway changes, school relocations), and the supply pipeline of nearby launches. See the URA Master Plan 2019 for the precinct-specific land-use overlay before underwriting medium-term capital appreciation.
We track 6 sales and 10 rental transaction records for this property. Explore live charts, price trends, rental yields, and investment analytics on the TAIPAN REGENCY dashboard.
- Average sale price: $1,826,667 across 6 transactions
- Estimated gross rental yield: 2.8%
- District 15 PSF ranking: Value tier (top 85%)
- Freehold tenure · RCR · D15 · 18 units
About TAIPAN REGENCY
TAIPAN REGENCY is a freehold condominium, located at HAIG ROAD in District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong) (Rest of Central Region), developed by NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD, comprising 18 residential units, completed in 2003.
As a freehold property, TAIPAN REGENCY does not face lease decay concerns.
Unit Mix Distribution
Transaction data breakdown by bedroom type at TAIPAN REGENCY:
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | 5 | $1,371 psf | $1,632,000 |
| 5+ BR | 1 | $796 psf | $2,800,000 |
Sales Market Overview
TAIPAN REGENCY has recorded 6 sale transactions with an average transaction price of $1,826,667, ranging from $1,380,000 to $2,800,000.
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,145 psf | $1,380,000 | — |
| 2022 | 2 | $1,264 psf | $1,490,000 | ↑ 10.4% |
| 2025 | 3 | $1,325 psf | $2,200,000 | ↑ 4.8% |
TAIPAN REGENCY ranks in the top 85% of condos in District 15 by average PSF.
Compared to the RCR average of $2,049 psf, TAIPAN REGENCY trades 37.8% below the segment benchmark.
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Rental Market Overview
TAIPAN REGENCY has recorded 10 rental transactions with monthly rents averaging $4,325/mo.
| Type | Leases | Avg Rent | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | 10 | $4,325/mo | $3,200/mo | $7,500/mo |
| Year | Leases | Avg Rent |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | $3,375/mo |
| 2022 | 1 | $3,600/mo |
| 2023 | 2 | $6,000/mo |
| 2024 | 1 | $5,000/mo |
| 2025 | 1 | $4,500/mo |
| 2026 | 1 | $4,650/mo |
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Investment Analysis
Based on average rents and sale prices, TAIPAN REGENCY delivers an estimated gross rental yield of 2.8%. This is below the 3% benchmark, suggesting stronger capital appreciation potential.
Competing Condos in District 15
Side-by-side comparison against the most actively traded condos in District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong):
| Condo | Tenure | Units | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND DUNMAN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | 1008 | $2,536 psf | 911 |
| EMERALD OF KATONG | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2023 | 846 | $2,640 psf | 844 |
| THE CONTINUUM | Freehold | 816 | $2,790 psf | 766 |
| TEMBUSU GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | 638 | $2,466 psf | 641 |
| AMBER PARK | Freehold | 592 | $2,546 psf | 394 |
Location Map
Map shows TAIPAN REGENCY (centre marker) with nearby MRT stations and schools. Drag to pan, scroll to zoom.
- TAIPAN REGENCY
- Tanjong Katong MRT
- Marine Parade MRT
- Dakota MRT
- Paya Lebar MRT
- Paya Lebar MRT
- Tao Nan School
- Broadrick Secondary School
- EtonHouse International School (Broadrick)
Nearby MRT Stations
TAIPAN REGENCY is 670m from Tanjong Katong MRT (Thomson-East Coast Line), with 6 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Code | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanjong Katong | TE25 | Thomson-East Coast Line | 670m |
| Marine Parade | TE26 | Thomson-East Coast Line | 900m |
| Dakota | CC8 | Circle Line | 1.2 km |
| Paya Lebar | EW8 | East-West Line | 1.3 km |
| Paya Lebar | CC9 | Circle Line | 1.3 km |
| Eunos | EW7 | East-West Line | 1.5 km |
Nearby Schools
There are 14 schools within 2 km of TAIPAN REGENCY, including 8 within the 1 km priority zone.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tao Nan School | Primary | 80m |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 160m |
| EtonHouse International School (Broadrick) | International | 160m |
| Tanjong Katong Primary School | Primary | 230m |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 230m |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 260m |
| CHIJ (Katong) Primary | Primary | 300m |
| Haig Girls' School | Primary | 520m |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Kong Hwa School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Geylang Methodist School (Secondary) | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Geylang Methodist School (Primary) | Primary | 1.6 km |
Tenure resilience. Freehold tenure removes the lease-decay headwind that affects 99-year leasehold stock from ~year 60 onward. CPF eligibility, loan-tenure caps, and resale buyer pool are all preserved without the time-decay clock. For long holds (15+ years), this matters meaningfully more than headline PSF.
Walking-distance MRT. Tanjong Katong is about 0.67km — within the conventional 10-minute walk threshold most tenants accept. The project benefits from the public-transport premium without the price compression that <500m flagship stations command.
Boutique character. With 18 units, TAIPAN REGENCY keeps a low-density character — fewer residents per facility, quieter corridors, more curated common spaces. Suits buyers prioritising unit-interior quality and neighbour proximity over deep facilities breadth.
School-belt proximity. Tao Nan School sits about 0.08km away, with additional schools clustered nearby. Family households on 24-month tenancies anchor the rental pool, which materially improves vacancy economics for landlord-owners.
Thin transaction history. With only 6 recorded sales, comparable-sales analysis is fragile — a single outlier transaction can skew the apparent price level by 5-10%. Triangulate with nearby district comparables rather than rely on within-project averages alone.
District supply pipeline. Non-prime districts are more sensitive to GLS pipeline additions; check the URA Master Plan 2019 confirmed and provisional land sales schedule for the immediate 5-year window. New launches at 10-20% lower PSF can compress secondary-market resale velocity for 18-24 months around their launch dates.
- ✅ Young couple, first home: Long balance lease + likely sub-CCR pricing
- ✅ Family with school-age kids: Nearby schools support MOE registration priority
- ✅ CBD commuter: Walking-distance MRT supports daily commute
- ❌ Rental investor (yield-focused): Thin transaction history makes underwriting fragile
- ⚠️ Foreign professional (expat): MRT plus mid-size facility suite typically meets expat-tenant criteria
- ✅ Long-term hold (10+ yr): Tenure supports CPF + buyer-pool through hold
Composite assessment: TAIPAN REGENCY hits the three structural levers that anchor long-term Singapore residential value: a prime district position, walkable MRT, and a long balance lease. Premium pricing is the trade-off; buyers paying that premium are buying scarcity rather than yield. 6 transactions in URA provide the data foundation for this view.
Suggested holding period for most buyer profiles: 8-15 years to absorb full cycle and capture the prime-district capital-appreciation thesis. Cross-reference per-bedroom net yield against district comparables via the compare-tool, model monthly cash-flow with the mortgage calculator, and confirm your effective BSD+ABSD cost using the stamp-duty calculator before finalising. This profile is informational; not a personal investment recommendation.
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Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA.
- Sales data: 6 transactions analysed
- Rental data: 10 lease records analysed
- Gross yield = (avg monthly rent × 12) / avg sale price
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
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New Sale vs Resale Mix
Of the 1,640 condo transactions recorded in District 15 over the last 12 months, 64% resale, 34% new sale, 2% sub sale. A resale-heavy mix points to an established market trading on fundamentals; a new-sale-heavy mix means developer launches are setting the price benchmarks.
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Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 15 reads 117.7 as of June 2026 — down 9.0% year-on-year. The index tracks repeat-sales price movement, so it is less distorted by shifts in what happens to be transacting than a raw average PSF.
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Upcoming Supply Pipeline
1 active Government Land Sales site in District 15 could add roughly 500 new units to local supply. Incoming supply of this scale tends to cap short-term price growth in the immediate area but also signals planning confidence in the location.
| Site | Street | Est. units | List | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalan Tembusu | — | ~500 | Confirmed | Awarded |
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing TAIPAN REGENCY against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (480m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,050,000
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (900m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,200,000
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (1.8 km away), an upgrader gap of about $950,000