FreeholdRCRDistrict 3 (Bukit Merah)

Tarng Chern Building

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 10 August 2026Data through Sept 2007 (URA)
Quick Summary

Tarng Chern Building is a freehold apartment in District 3 (Bukit Merah) that obtained TOP in 1990. Across 8 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.00M (S$309 psf, ~3,240 sqft).

1

What are the key facts about Tarng Chern Building?

Key Takeaway

Tarng Chern Building is a freehold apartment in District 3 (Bukit Merah) that obtained TOP in 1990.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1990
Developer
Total units
Blocks
District / Area
District 3 (Bukit Merah)
Market segment
RCR
Median PSF
S$309 psf
Last transacted
Sept 2007
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Tarng Chern Building?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.00M (S$309 psf) (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.00M

recent · 8 sales on record

Median PSF

S$309 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

0 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Sept 2007.

3

What has recently sold at Tarng Chern Building?

Key Takeaway

Tarng Chern Building has 8 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,390,500 in Sept 2007 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Sept 2007S$2,390,5003,240S$738 psf
Sept 2007S$2,390,5003,240S$738 psf
Sept 2007S$2,390,5003,240S$738 psf
Sept 2007S$2,390,5003,240S$738 psf
Jan 2001S$1,000,0003,240S$309 psf
Jan 2001S$950,0003,240S$293 psf
Jan 2001S$980,0003,240S$302 psf
Jan 2001S$920,0003,240S$284 psf

8 sales and 0 rentals on record since Jan 2001. Source: URA.

4

How many property agents are active around Tarng Chern Building?

Key Takeaway

7,621 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 3 — where Tarng Chern Building sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

7,621

District 3 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

38,483

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 3across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

5

Where is Tarng Chern Building and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Tarng Chern Building is located in Bukit Merah, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Tarng Chern Building is a freehold apartment completed in 1990. It sits on a land area of 448 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,343 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.

TARNG CHERN BUILDING is located at 231 Outram Road, Singapore 169040. It is part of District 03, Queenstown / Tiong Bahru, Bukit Merah. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Havelock MRT, approximately 491m away, around 8 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Tiong Bahru Plaza for shopping, FASSLER GOURMET PTE LTD for groceries, Tiong Bahru Market for food options, and Pearl'S Hill City Pk for greenery and recreation.

6

Who built Tarng Chern Building and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Tarng Chern Building was developed by .

Land area
448 sqm (4,822 sqft)
Gross floor area
1,343 sqm (14,456 sqft)
Plot ratio
3.00
7

How far is Tarng Chern Building from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Tarng Chern Building is Havelock MRT, about 491 m away (~8 min walk).

Getting around

Schools nearby

  • Zhangde Primary SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
  • River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Cantonment Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Chij (Kellock)Primary school1.3 km
  • Gan Eng Seng SchoolSecondary school1.4 km
  • Alexandra Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Radin Mas Primary SchoolPrimary school1.6 km
  • Chij St. Theresa's ConventSecondary school1.7 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Tiong Bahru Plaza · 920 mSupermarket: Secrets Fine Food Pte. Ltd. · 98 mHawker centre: Tiong Bahru Market · 318 mPark: Pearl'S Hill City Pk · 414 m

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

8

What does it cost to own a unit at Tarng Chern Building?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Tarng Chern Building (~S$1.00M) needs about S$7,320/mo in income and S$3,368/mo in repayments, after S$24,600 stamp duty and a S$250k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.00M) 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$24,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$250k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$3,368/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$7,320/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Thinking about Tarng Chern Building? Ask before you commit.

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

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Is Tarng Chern Building a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Tarng Chern Building sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Tarng Chern Building

How much does a unit at Tarng Chern Building cost?

Units at Tarng Chern Building have recently transacted around S$1.00M (S$309 psf), from 8 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Tarng Chern Building?

For a unit around S$1.00M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$7,320/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$3,368/mo after a S$250k (25%) downpayment and S$24,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Tarng Chern Building freehold or leasehold?

Tarng Chern Building is freehold — ownership does not expire.

When was Tarng Chern Building built and who developed it?

Tarng Chern Building obtained TOP in 1990.

What is the nearest MRT to Tarng Chern Building?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Tarng Chern Building is Havelock MRT, about 491 m away (~8 min walk).

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