Straits Residences
Straits Residences is a freehold apartment in District 15 (Geylang) that obtained TOP in 2013, with 30 units across 2 blocks. Units have recently transacted around S$728k (S$1,482 psf), from 49 sales on record. There are 5 units for sale from S$1.00M to S$1.52M.
What are the key facts about Straits Residences?
Straits Residences is a freehold apartment in District 15 (Geylang) that obtained TOP in 2013, with 30 units across 2 blocks.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 2013
- Developer
- ROXY LAND PTE LTD
- Total units
- 30
- Blocks
- 2
- District / Area
- District 15 (Geylang)
- Market segment
- RCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,482 psf
- Last transacted
- Dec 2024
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Straits Residences?
Units have recently transacted around S$728k (S$1,482 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.4% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$728k
recent · 49 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,482 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$2,093
122 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.4%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,502 psf.
Source: URA caveat data, through Dec 2024.
What has recently sold at Straits Residences?
Straits Residences has 49 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$638,000 in Dec 2024 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | S$638,000 | 344 | S$1,852 psf |
| Mar 2023 | S$868,000 | 527 | S$1,646 psf |
| Jan 2023 | S$820,000 | 506 | S$1,621 psf |
| Aug 2022 | S$645,000 | 431 | S$1,498 psf |
| May 2022 | S$1,200,000 | 872 | S$1,376 psf |
| Mar 2022 | S$668,000 | 431 | S$1,551 psf |
| Oct 2021 | S$728,000 | 538 | S$1,353 psf |
| Jan 2021 | S$720,000 | 527 | S$1,365 psf |
| Nov 2020 | S$538,000 | 344 | S$1,562 psf |
| Oct 2018 | S$1,158,000 | 1,012 | S$1,144 psf |
| Sept 2018 | S$750,000 | 506 | S$1,482 psf |
| Jul 2018 | S$1,138,000 | 1,302 | S$874 psf |
49 sales and 122 rentals on record since Aug 2010. Source: URA.
What bedroom types are available at Straits Residences?
Straits Residences has 5 units listed for sale, spanning 2-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 5 | S$1.00M–S$1.52M | S$1,502 psf |
Where is Straits Residences and what's nearby?
Straits Residences is located in Geylang, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Straits Residences is a freehold apartment completed in 2013. It was developed by ROXY LAND PTE LTD. The development has 30 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,150 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,479 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.
STRAITS RESIDENCES is located at 156 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427884. It is part of District 15, Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road, Geylang. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Eunos MRT, approximately 706m away, around 11 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include i12 Katong for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Dunman Food Centre for food options, and Joo Chiat Terrace Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Pool Deck, and Swimming pool.
How far is Straits Residences from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Straits Residences is Eunos MRT, about 706 m away (~11 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Eunos MRT706 m · ~11 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Haig Girls' SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority255 m
- Tanjong Katong Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km973 m
- Tanjong Katong Primary SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
- Chij (Katong) PrimaryPrimary school1.1 km
- Tanjong Katong Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
- Tao Nan SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
- St. Stephen's SchoolPrimary school1.5 km
- Manjusri Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.6 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does Straits Residences have?
Straits Residences has 3 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Pool Deck, Swimming pool.
What does it cost to own a unit at Straits Residences?
Buying a unit at Straits Residences (~S$728k) needs about S$5,329/mo in income and S$2,452/mo in repayments, after S$16,440 stamp duty and a S$182k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$16,440
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$182k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,452/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$5,329/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
Frequently asked questions about Straits Residences
What is the price at Straits Residences?⌄
Units at Straits Residences have recently transacted around S$728k (S$1,482 psf), from 49 sales on record (URA caveat data).
What is the PSF at Straits Residences?⌄
Units for sale at Straits Residences are asking a median of about S$1,502 psf.
Is Straits Residences freehold or leasehold?⌄
Straits Residences is freehold.
When was Straits Residences built?⌄
Straits Residences obtained TOP in 2013, developed by ROXY LAND PTE LTD.
How many units are for sale at Straits Residences?⌄
There are 5 units for sale at Straits Residences, from S$1.00M to S$1.52M.
What is the rental yield at Straits Residences?⌄
Gross rental yield at Straits Residences is about 3.4%, based on median current rents and prices.
How many units are in Straits Residences?⌄
Straits Residences has 30 units across 2 blocks.
What facilities does Straits Residences have?⌄
Straits Residences has 3 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Pool Deck, Swimming pool.
What is the nearest MRT to Straits Residences?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to Straits Residences is Eunos MRT, about 706 m away (~11 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Straits Residences?⌄
Haig Girls' School is within 1 km of Straits Residences — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
