99-yearCCRDistrict 9 (River Valley)

Tanglin Studio

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 10 August 2026Data through May 2002 (URA)
Quick Summary

Tanglin Studio is a 99-year apartment in District 9 (River Valley) that obtained TOP in 2006, with 97 units across 1 block. Across 2 transactions on record, the median transacted price is about S$634k (S$620 psf, ~1,023 sqft). The lease has approximately 49 years remaining.

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What are the key facts about Tanglin Studio?

Key Takeaway

Tanglin Studio is a 99-year apartment in District 9 (River Valley) that obtained TOP in 2006, with 97 units across 1 block.

Tenure
99-year
TOP / Completion
2006
Developer
FIRST KEW DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Total units
97
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 9 (River Valley)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$620 psf
Last transacted
May 2002
Remaining lease
≈ 49 years
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What is the price and PSF at Tanglin Studio?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted price is about S$634k (S$620 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 9.5% (URA caveat data).

Median price

S$634k

2 sales on record

Median PSF

S$620 psf

URA, all sales

Median rent (monthly)

S$5,000

1 rental on record

Gross rental yield

9.5%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through May 2002.

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What has recently sold at Tanglin Studio?

Key Takeaway

Tanglin Studio has 2 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$740,000 in May 2002 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
May 2002S$740,0001,023S$724 psf
Jun 1999S$527,0001,023S$515 psf

2 sales and 1 rental on record since Jun 1999. Source: URA.

4

How many property agents are active around Tanglin Studio?

Key Takeaway

8,303 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Tanglin Studio sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

8,303

District 9 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

67,358

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 9across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

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Where is Tanglin Studio and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Tanglin Studio is located in River Valley, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Tanglin Studio is a 99-year apartment completed in 2006. It was developed by FIRST KEW DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 97 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,555 sqm and has a gross floor area of 7,155 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

TANGLIN STUDIO is located at 21 Leonie Hill, Singapore 239223. It is part of District 09, Orchard / Cairnhill / River Valley, River Valley. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Great World MRT, approximately 578m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Ngee Ann City for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Zion Riverside Food Centre for food options, and Orchard Fountain Corner for greenery and recreation.

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Who built Tanglin Studio and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Tanglin Studio was developed by FIRST KEW DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, designed by RSP ARCHITECTS PLANNERS & ENGINEERS (PTE) LTD, with 97 units over up to 32 storeys.

Developer
FIRST KEW DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Architect
RSP ARCHITECTS PLANNERS & ENGINEERS (PTE) LTD
Main contractor
KIMLY CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
Floors
32 storeys
Blocks
1
Land area
2,555 sqm (27,502 sqft)
Gross floor area
7,155 sqm (77,016 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
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How far is Tanglin Studio from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Tanglin Studio is Great World MRT, about 578 m away (~9 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

Getting around

Schools nearby

Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

  • River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority676 m
  • Alexandra Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • Gan Eng Seng SchoolSecondary school1.4 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.6 km
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.7 km
  • Crescent Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.7 km
  • Zhangde Primary SchoolPrimary school1.7 km
  • School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.9 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Ngee Ann City · 519 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 519 mHawker centre: Zion Riverside Food Centre · 717 mPark: Orchard Fountain Corner · 721 m

Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.

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What does it cost to own a unit at Tanglin Studio?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Tanglin Studio (~S$634k) needs about S$4,637/mo in income and S$2,134/mo in repayments, after S$13,605 stamp duty and a S$158k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the median price (S$634k) as their first home — 25% down, 30-year loan at 3.5% p.a. Rates as of May 2026. Run it for your own profile →

Buyer's Stamp Duty

S$13,605

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$158k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$2,134/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$4,637/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Thinking about Tanglin Studio? Ask before you commit.

A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Tanglin Studio's own transactions.

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Is Tanglin Studio a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Tanglin Studio sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Tanglin Studio

How much does a unit at Tanglin Studio cost?

The median transacted price at Tanglin Studio is about S$634k (S$620 psf) across 2 sales on record (URA caveats).

How much do I need to earn to buy at Tanglin Studio?

For a unit around S$634k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$4,637/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,134/mo after a S$158k (25%) downpayment and S$13,605 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Tanglin Studio a good investment?

Gross rental yield is about 9.5%. Whether it suits you depends on your budget, holding period and the unit's size, floor and facing — all summarised on this page from URA data.

Is Tanglin Studio freehold or leasehold?

Tanglin Studio is 99-year, with approximately 49 years remaining on the lease.

When was Tanglin Studio built and who developed it?

Tanglin Studio obtained TOP in 2006, developed by FIRST KEW DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, with 97 units across 1 block.

What is the nearest MRT to Tanglin Studio?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Tanglin Studio is Great World MRT, about 578 m away (~9 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Tanglin Studio?

River Valley Primary School is within 1 km of Tanglin Studio — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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