Soho 188
Located in District 8 (Little India), Soho 188 is a freehold condominium in the Rest of Central Region (RCR). The development was completed in 2008 and comprises 49 units. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
Overview & Key Facts
SOHO 188 is a freehold condominium at RACE COURSE ROAD in District 8 (RCR), developed by MACLY ASSETS PTE LTD, comprising 49 units, completed in 2008.
Location & Connectivity
SOHO 188 is approximately 170m from Farrer Park MRT station, with 12 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 170m |
| Little India | North-East Line | 690m |
| Little India | Downtown Line | 690m |
| Jalan Besar | Downtown Line | 700m |
| Rochor | Downtown Line | 860m |
| Bendemeer | Downtown Line | 1.1 km |
Schools & Education
16 schools within 2 km (6 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 410m |
| LASALLE College of the Arts | Tertiary | 560m |
| St. Andrew's Secondary School | Secondary | 880m |
| St. Andrew's Junior College | JC | 880m |
| St. Andrew's Junior School | Primary | 920m |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 970m |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 1 km |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 9 | $1,694 psf | $737,111 |
| 1 BR | 4 | $1,739 psf | $1,045,000 |
Market Position
SOHO 188 has recorded 13 sales at an average price of $831,846.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,626 psf | — |
| 2022 | 4 | $1,644 psf | ↑ 1.1% |
| 2024 | 1 | $1,788 psf | ↑ 8.8% |
| 2025 | 4 | $1,744 psf | ↓ 2.5% |
| 2026 | 3 | $1,745 psf | ↑ 0.1% |
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SOHO 188 prices have cooled 2.4% from the 2024 peak, yet remain 7.4% above where the series began in 2021.
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
- Only 5 transactions were recorded in the past 12 months, so the price figures here rest on a thin sample — a single outlier deal can move the averages.
- At 49 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits young couples (no kids), single professionals, mrt-walkable commuters and yield-focused investors best. The unit profile suits DINK couples valuing CBD/MRT access over square footage.
It is a weaker fit for families with young children and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. Family-suitable layout and RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
SOHO 188 is a freehold development in District 8 (RCR), with 49 units, offering a gross yield of 4.2%.
At ~$1,745 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full SOHO 188 dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing SOHO 188 against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (150m away)
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (240m away)
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- SOHO 188 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: 13 transactions
- Rental data: 151 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jun 2026 · 13 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats