Ritz @ Farrer
Ritz @ Farrer is a freehold condominium in District 8 (Little India), within Singapore's Rest of Central Region (RCR). Completed in 2016, the development comprises 18 units. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
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