Tembelina
Tembelina is a freehold apartment in District 15 (Marine Parade) that obtained TOP in 1997, with 14 units across 4 blocks. Across 20 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$672k (S$564 psf, ~1,076 sqft). There is 1 unit for sale from S$7.40M to S$7.40M.
What are the key facts about Tembelina?
Tembelina is a freehold apartment in District 15 (Marine Parade) that obtained TOP in 1997, with 14 units across 4 blocks.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 1997
- Developer
- —
- Total units
- 14
- Blocks
- 4
- District / Area
- District 15 (Marine Parade)
- Market segment
- RCR
- Median PSF
- S$564 psf
- Last transacted
- Nov 2025
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Tembelina?
Units have recently transacted around S$672k (S$564 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.9% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$672k
recent · 20 sales on record
Median PSF
S$564 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$2,200
33 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.9%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Nov 2025.
What has recently sold at Tembelina?
Tembelina has 20 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,880,000 in Nov 2025 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | S$1,880,000 | 1,076 | S$1,747 psf |
| Jan 2021 | S$1,250,000 | 1,076 | S$1,161 psf |
| Nov 2016 | S$1,115,000 | 1,023 | S$1,090 psf |
| Nov 2012 | S$1,180,000 | 1,410 | S$837 psf |
| Mar 2012 | S$895,000 | 1,023 | S$875 psf |
| Jul 2009 | S$795,000 | 1,410 | S$564 psf |
| Aug 2007 | S$600,000 | 1,023 | S$587 psf |
| Jun 2006 | S$416,000 | 1,023 | S$407 psf |
| Jun 2006 | S$660,000 | 1,453 | S$454 psf |
| May 2006 | S$415,000 | 1,023 | S$406 psf |
| Mar 2006 | S$672,000 | 1,453 | S$462 psf |
| Feb 2006 | S$610,000 | 1,539 | S$396 psf |
20 sales and 33 rentals on record since May 1996. Source: URA.
Are prices at Tembelina rising?
The median transacted PSF at Tembelina has risen 15% over the past 16 years (1996–2012), from S$731 psf to S$837 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | S$837 psf | S$895k | 2 | +105.7% |
| 2006 | S$407 psf | S$610k | 5 | -44.3% |
| 1996 | S$731 psf | S$758k | 4 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around Tembelina?
9,526 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 15 — where Tembelina sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
9,526
District 15 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
60,896
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 15across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
What bedroom types are available at Tembelina?
Tembelina has 1 unit listed for sale, spanning 5-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5-bedroom | 1 | S$7.40M–S$7.40M | — |
Where is Tembelina and what's nearby?
Tembelina is located in Marine Parade, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Tembelina is a freehold apartment completed in 1997. The development has 14 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,188 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,663 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.
TEMBELINA is located at 186 Tembeling Road, Singapore 423683. It is part of District 15, Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road, Marine Parade. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Marine Parade MRT, approximately 771m away, around 12 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include i12 Katong for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Dunman Food Centre for food options, and Koon Seng Park for greenery and recreation.
Who built Tembelina and how big is the development?
Tembelina was developed by —, with 14 units.
- Blocks
- 4
- Land area
- 1,188 sqm (12,788 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 1,663 sqm (17,900 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 1.40
How far is Tembelina from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Tembelina is Marine Parade MRT, about 771 m away (~12 min walk). 5 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.
Getting around
- Marine Parade MRT771 m · ~12 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 priority293 m
- Tanjong Katong Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority575 m
- Tanjong Katong Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km681 m
- Tanjong Katong Girls' SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km844 m
- Chij (Katong) PrimaryPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority922 m
- Tao Nan SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
- Chung Cheng High School (Main)Secondary school1.4 km
- Chij Katong ConventSecondary school1.6 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What does it cost to own a unit at Tembelina?
Buying a unit at Tembelina (~S$672k) needs about S$4,919/mo in income and S$2,263/mo in repayments, after S$14,760 stamp duty and a S$168k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$14,760
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$168k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,263/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$4,919/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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Thinking about Tembelina? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Tembelina's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Tembelina sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Tembelina
How much does a unit at Tembelina cost?⌄
Units at Tembelina have recently transacted around S$672k (S$564 psf), from 20 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Tembelina?⌄
For a unit around S$672k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$4,919/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,263/mo after a S$168k (25%) downpayment and S$14,760 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Tembelina a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 3.9%; median PSF has risen about 15% since 1996. 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.
Are prices at Tembelina going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Tembelina has risen about 15% between 1996 and 2012, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Tembelina freehold or leasehold?⌄
Tembelina is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Tembelina built and who developed it?⌄
Tembelina obtained TOP in 1997, with 14 units across 4 blocks.
How many units are for sale at Tembelina?⌄
There is 1 unit for sale at Tembelina, from S$7.40M to S$7.40M.
What is the nearest MRT to Tembelina?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to Tembelina is Marine Parade MRT, about 771 m away (~12 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Tembelina?⌄
Haig Girls' School, Tanjong Katong Primary School, Chij (Katong) Primary are within 1 km of Tembelina — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.