TEMBUSU GRAND — New Launch Profile

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TEMBUSU GRAND sits in District 15 (Joo Chiat / Amber Road / Katong) and is positioned in the RCR segment of the Singapore private residential market. With TBD units on a undisclosed tenure title and an expected Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) of TBD, the development is among the new-launch cohort buyers should evaluate against alternative new-builds and resale comparables in the surrounding area. Pricing for new launches typically commands a 10–25% PSF premium over comparable resale, reflecting new-build condition, developer warranty, modern unit layouts, and the staged-payment cash-flow advantage of Progressive Payment Schemes (PPS).

For buyers, the new-launch decision turns on (a) launch-tranche pricing relative to the project’s long-run trajectory, (b) the developer’s track record on construction quality and TOP timing, (c) the surrounding-area supply pipeline (will more launches dilute pricing?), and (d) the macro rate environment between OTP and TOP — SORA can move materially in that 3–4 year window. Cross-reference District 15 (Joo Chiat / Amber Road / Katong) pricing and use the ShiokNest price heatmap for segment-level PSF context.

The Singapore new-launch market operates under cooling-measure architecture set in April 2023: foreign-buyer Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty at 60%, Singapore Citizen second-property ABSD at 20%, and a 55% Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) ceiling per the MAS TDSR/MSR framework. Stamp duty for TEMBUSU GRAND is the dominant upfront cost variable: progressive Buyer’s Stamp Duty per the IRAS BSD rate table plus any applicable ABSD per the IRAS ABSD rate table. Use the BSD/ABSD stamp duty calculator to size your specific upfront cost.

Developer is Tembusu Residential Pte Ltd. The track record of the developer — on past project TOP timing, defect-rectification responsiveness during the Defects Liability Period (DLP), and resale appreciation history of completed projects — is one of the most under-weighted variables in new-launch decisions. Buyers should request a developer track record document and cross-reference past projects via URA REALIS transaction history.

The financing context: SORA-pegged floating-rate mortgages currently price near 4.00% all-in (3.25% 3M SORA + 0.75% bank spread). Under the PPS, buyers draw the mortgage progressively as construction milestones complete, paying interest only on disbursed amounts until TOP. CPF Ordinary Account usage applies per the CPF housing usage rules, subject to the Valuation Limit and Withdrawal Limit. The URA Master Plan 2019 provides forward zoning context for surrounding plots — relevant for understanding whether the area’s built-form will intensify or remain stable over your holding period.

For: First-time buyersHDB upgraders
Source: URA REALIS
Key Takeaways
  • Project: TEMBUSU GRAND in District 15 (Rest of Central Region)
  • Developer: Tembusu Residential Pte Ltd
  • Total units: 638
  • Sales: 629 sold of 638 launched (98.6% absorption)
  • Average median PSF: $2,456 psf

Project Overview

TEMBUSU GRAND is a private residential development in District 15 (Rest of Central Region), developed by Tembusu Residential Pte Ltd. The project comprises 638 units.

Location Map

Project location with up to 5 of the nearest comparable condos in District 15.

  • TEMBUSU GRAND
  • EMERALD OF KATONG
  • HAIG 162
  • SERAYA BREEZE
  • ARDOR RESIDENCE
  • HAIG COURT

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Sales Performance

TEMBUSU GRAND has sold 629 out of 638 launched units, achieving an absorption rate of 98.6%.

Monthly sales for TEMBUSU GRAND
PeriodSoldLaunchedCumul. SoldCumul. LaunchedAvailable
Feb 202300000
Mar 202300000
Apr 202335440035440046
May 202315035740043
Jun 20235036240038
Jul 20236036840032
Aug 20231036840032
Sep 20234037240028
Oct 20231037340027
Nov 20233037640024
Dec 20231037740023
Jan 20241037840022
Feb 20243038140019
Mar 20248038940011
Apr 2024403934007
May 2024403974003
Jun 2024205041745033
Jul 202423044045010
Aug 202430188470638168
Sep 2024320502638136
Oct 2024260528638110
Nov 202453058163857
Dec 20242058263856
Jan 20254058663852
Feb 20251058763851
Mar 20252058963849
Apr 20251059063848
May 20253059363845
Jun 20254059763841
Jul 20253060063838
Aug 20259060963829
Sep 202512062163817
Oct 20253062463814
Nov 20251062563813
Dec 20252062763811
Jan 20261062863810
Feb 20260062863810
Mar 2026106296389

Price Analysis

Price analysis for TEMBUSU GRAND based on monthly developer sales data.

Monthly prices for TEMBUSU GRAND
PeriodMedian PSFHighest PSFLowest PSF
Apr 2023$2,463 psf$2,708 psf$2,280 psf
May 2023$2,436 psf$2,709 psf$2,325 psf
Jun 2023$2,490 psf$2,730 psf$2,427 psf
Jul 2023$2,496 psf$2,791 psf$2,334 psf
Aug 2023$2,357 psf$2,357 psf$2,357 psf
Sep 2023$2,399 psf$2,548 psf$2,325 psf
Oct 2023$2,518 psf$2,518 psf$2,518 psf
Nov 2023$2,411 psf$2,628 psf$2,395 psf
Dec 2023$2,325 psf$2,325 psf$2,325 psf
Jan 2024$2,652 psf$2,652 psf$2,652 psf
Feb 2024$2,490 psf$2,616 psf$2,347 psf
Mar 2024$2,449 psf$2,615 psf$2,363 psf
Apr 2024$2,397 psf$2,520 psf$2,290 psf
May 2024$2,620 psf$2,652 psf$2,432 psf
Jun 2024$2,542 psf$2,677 psf$2,341 psf
Jul 2024$2,445 psf$2,658 psf$2,317 psf
Aug 2024$2,455 psf$2,725 psf$2,308 psf
Sep 2024$2,431 psf$2,725 psf$2,300 psf
Oct 2024$2,388 psf$2,706 psf$2,270 psf
Nov 2024$2,348 psf$2,687 psf$2,193 psf
Dec 2024$2,456 psf$2,480 psf$2,431 psf
Jan 2025$2,256 psf$2,364 psf$2,174 psf
Feb 2025$2,459 psf$2,459 psf$2,459 psf
Mar 2025$2,466 psf$2,480 psf$2,452 psf
Apr 2025$2,438 psf$2,438 psf$2,438 psf
May 2025$2,334 psf$2,431 psf$2,334 psf
Jun 2025$2,408 psf$2,424 psf$2,389 psf
Jul 2025$2,677 psf$2,791 psf$2,382 psf
Aug 2025$2,417 psf$2,459 psf$2,368 psf
Sep 2025$2,393 psf$2,466 psf$2,361 psf
Oct 2025$2,361 psf$2,821 psf$2,354 psf
Nov 2025$2,354 psf$2,354 psf$2,354 psf
Dec 2025$2,715 psf$2,725 psf$2,704 psf
Jan 2026$2,411 psf$2,411 psf$2,411 psf
Mar 2026$2,719 psf$2,719 psf$2,719 psf
Project Snapshot
TEMBUSU GRAND by Tembusu Residential Pte Ltd — 98.6% absorption rate with an average median PSF of $2,456 psf in District 15 (Rest of Central Region).
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Sales Velocity

Monthly units sold trend for TEMBUSU GRAND.

Sales velocity for TEMBUSU GRAND
PeriodUnits Sold
Apr 2023354
May 202315
Jun 20235
Jul 20236
Aug 20231
Sep 20234
Oct 20231
Nov 20233
Dec 20231
Jan 20241
Feb 20243
Mar 20248
Apr 20244
May 20244
Jun 202420
Jul 202423
Aug 202430
Sep 202432
Oct 202426
Nov 202453
Dec 20242
Jan 20254
Feb 20251
Mar 20252
Apr 20251
May 20253
Jun 20254
Jul 20253
Aug 20259
Sep 202512
Oct 20253
Nov 20251
Dec 20252
Jan 20261
Mar 20261

Developer Background

Tembusu Residential Pte Ltd is the developer of TEMBUSU GRAND.

New-build advantages. TEMBUSU GRAND offers modern unit layouts, contemporary facilities, full developer warranty, and the latest construction quality standards. For owner-occupiers, this translates to immediate move-in readiness without the renovation lift that resale typically requires. For investors, new-build status supports higher rental tenant preference and lower initial maintenance.

RCR positioning. The RCR segment in District 15 occupies a defined buyer cohort. RCR (Rest of Central Region) is the city-fringe segment — quality residential with reasonable CBD access at lower PSF than CCR. RCR demand is increasingly upgrader-driven as HDB owners seek private property in well-connected fringes. Use the district comparison calculator for cross-segment benchmarking.

Progressive Payment cash-flow. Under PPS, buyers pay in stages aligned with construction milestones (Foundation 10%, RC Framework 10%, Walls 5%, Roofing 5%, etc.), which spreads the cash outlay across the 3–4 year build window. This is materially different from resale where the full price clears within weeks of OTP. For yield-focused investors, the staged interest accrual on disbursed amounts only is a real cost advantage during construction. Model the cash-flow timeline via the cash flow calculator.

TOP timing risk. TBD is the expected TOP year but actual completion can slip 6–18 months on materials shortages, labour disputes, or developer cash-flow issues. Buyers committed to a TOP-aligned life event (relocation, child schooling, mortgage refinancing window) should factor a buffer. Developer track record on prior TOP timing is the best predictor; verify via past project history.

Rate-cycle risk. The 3–4 year PPS window between OTP and TOP exposes the buyer to SORA shifts. A buyer signing OTP at current 3.25% SORA could face TOP-year rates 100–200bp different in either direction. Stress-test affordability at SORA +75bp via the TDSR / MSR affordability calculator to confirm headroom under adverse rate scenarios.

Supply pipeline risk. Future GLS tranches near the project could introduce competing new launches that dilute pricing power. Check the URA GLS schedule for sites within a 1km radius of TEMBUSU GRAND; concentrated new-supply in a fringe district can cap price appreciation during the holding period.

Resale exit risk. New launches typically command a premium over resale; on exit, the buyer becomes the resale seller competing against newer launches in the same area. Holding through and beyond the 3-year Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) window is structural for most buyers; shorter holds risk both SSD and weak resale clearing.

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    {
        "persona": "Singapore Citizen first-time buyer",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "You pay 0% ABSD. RCR may stretch TDSR for median-income first-timers."
    },
    {
        "persona": "SC upgrader (sell HDB / decouple)",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "The 6-month ABSD remission window applies if this is your second residential property. Coordinate the existing-property sale carefully."
    },
    {
        "persona": "SC investor (second SC property)",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "At 20% ABSD plus 4% all-in mortgage rate, leveraged yield maths is hostile. OCR yields are slightly better but still negative-carry typical."
    },
    {
        "persona": "Permanent Resident",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "PR pays 5% ABSD on first property. OCR/RCR is more accessible for PR upgraders."
    },
    {
        "persona": "Foreign buyer (non-FTA national)",
        "fit_color": "red",
        "reason": "At 60% ABSD, the entry-cost premium versus an SC buyer is approximately $600K+ on a S$1.0M unit. Long-horizon owner-occupier motivation only."
    },
    {
        "persona": "FTA national (US / Swiss / Liechtenstein / Norway / Iceland)",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "You qualify for SC-equivalent ABSD (0% / 20% / 30% by property number). Verify treaty eligibility with conveyancing lawyer before OTP."
    }
]

Verdict for TEMBUSU GRAND. The project sits in a known new-launch segment with documented buyer-type fit and policy environment. The honest assessment depends on (a) launch-tranche pricing relative to comparable resale in District 15, (b) the Tembusu Residential Pte Ltd developer track record, and (c) the buyer’s holding-horizon tolerance for the 3–4 year TOP window. For SC first-time buyers in OCR new launches, the 0% ABSD plus PPS cash-flow advantage make new-launch the often-rational choice. For SC second-property investors, the 20% ABSD plus negative-carry maths typically argues for resale value-buying instead. For foreign buyers, only owner-occupier residential motivation justifies the 60% ABSD entry. Suggested holding period: 7–10 years to amortise stamp duty and capture meaningful capital appreciation. Run total acquisition cost via the total acquisition cost calculator before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does TEMBUSU GRAND have?
TEMBUSU GRAND has a total of 638 units.
What is the absorption rate for TEMBUSU GRAND?
TEMBUSU GRAND has an absorption rate of 98.6%, with 629 units sold out of 638 launched.
What is the average PSF for TEMBUSU GRAND?
The average median PSF for TEMBUSU GRAND is $2,456 psf.
What is the expected TOP for TEMBUSU GRAND?

Expected TOP is TBD. Actual completion typically tracks the developer’s timeline within +6 months; verify current construction progress via developer sales material or URA REALIS. (as of 2026-05)

What ABSD applies to TEMBUSU GRAND for a Singapore Citizen second-property purchase?

20% ABSD applies to a SC second residential property purchase, per the unchanged April-2023 cooling-measure schedule. On a S$2M purchase, that is S$400,000 upfront ABSD in addition to BSD of approximately S$69,600. Use the BSD/ABSD stamp duty calculator for exact figures (as of 2026-05).

Is TEMBUSU GRAND freehold or leasehold?

The tenure is recorded as undisclosed tenure. Verify via the developer’s sales material and your conveyancing lawyer; the tenure type affects long-run resale value via lease-decay dynamics on 99-year leasehold stock.

How does PPS interest accrual work for TEMBUSU GRAND?

Under Progressive Payment Scheme, you draw the mortgage in stages aligned with construction milestones. Interest accrues only on the disbursed amount, not the full purchase price, until TOP. Use the mortgage calculator at the current 4.00% effective rate to model staged disbursement.

What CPF can I use for TEMBUSU GRAND?

CPF Ordinary Account funds apply to private property purchases subject to Valuation Limit (VL) and Withdrawal Limit (WL) rules. See CPF housing usage rules. The accrued-interest mechanics apply on eventual sale: principal withdrawn plus 2.5% per annum must be returned to CPF, reducing net sale proceeds.

Methodology & Sources

The dataset behind this report spans All available months; we refresh it as new data becomes available.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Developer sales data from URA REALIS.
  • Median PSF, highest and lowest PSF from URA developer sales records.

Price-per-square-foot (PSF) here means the median deal in the period; means are reserved for volume-weighted aggregates explicitly labelled as such.