Overview & Key Facts
RITZ @ FARRER is a freehold condominium at RACE COURSE ROAD in District 8 (RCR), developed by ONE42 PTE LTD, comprising 18 units, completed in 2016.
Location & Connectivity
RITZ @ FARRER is approximately 340m from Farrer Park MRT station, with 15 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 340m |
| Little India | North-East Line | 520m |
| Little India | Downtown Line | 520m |
| Jalan Besar | Downtown Line | 620m |
| Rochor | Downtown Line | 710m |
| Bugis | East-West Line | 1.1 km |
Schools & Education
17 schools within 2 km (6 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| LASALLE College of the Arts | Tertiary | 400m |
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 580m |
| St. Andrew's Secondary School | Secondary | 910m |
| St. Andrew's Junior College | JC | 910m |
| St. Andrew's Junior School | Primary | 950m |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 960m |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 1 km |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 1.1 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | 1 | $1,436 psf | $850,000 |
| 2 BR | 3 | $1,362 psf | $1,092,667 |
Market Position
RITZ @ FARRER has recorded 4 sales at an average price of $1,032,000.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at RITZ @ FARRER typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price. The final column shows monthly rent per $100,000 invested, so unit sizes compare on equal capital:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield | Rent per $100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $3,350/mo | $850,000 | 4.73% | $394/mo |
| 2 BR | $3,800/mo | $1,092,667 | 4.17% | $348/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | $1,368 psf | — |
| 2024 | 1 | $1,436 psf | ↑ 5.0% |
| 2026 | 1 | $1,350 psf | ↓ 6.0% |
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From the 2024 high, RITZ @ FARRER prices have given back 6.0% — still 1.3% below the 2021 baseline.
Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PICCADILLY GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2021 | $2,173 psf | 434 |
| CITYLIGHTS | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2004 | $1,777 psf | 138 |
| CITY SQUARE RESIDENCES | Freehold | $1,897 psf | 116 |
| STURDEE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,999 psf | 107 |
| KERRISDALE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1998 | $1,400 psf | 92 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 1 sale in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 18-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, yield-focused investors, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Located ~343m from Farrer Park MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
families with young children should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
It is a weaker fit for short-term flippers (<5 yr) and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. TOP 2016 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
RITZ @ FARRER is a freehold development in District 8 (RCR), with 18 units, offering a gross yield of 4.2%.
At ~$1,350 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full RITZ @ FARRER dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing RITZ @ FARRER against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (70m away)
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (150m away), an upgrader gap of about $150,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- RITZ @ FARRER Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 8 (Little India) — District 8 neighbourhood guide
Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Sales data: 4 transactions
- Rental data: 41 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Mar 2026 · 4 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats