The Beacon
The Beacon is a 99-year apartment in District 2 (Bukit Merah) that obtained TOP in 2008, with 124 units across 1 block. Across 288 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.81M (S$1,727 psf, ~1,109 sqft). There are 18 units for sale from S$1.60M to S$2.67M. The lease has approximately 77 years remaining.
| Tenure | 99-year leasehold from 2004 (≈77 years left) |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2008 |
| Developer | CANTONMENT REALTY PTE LTD |
| Units | 124 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 2 · Bukit Merah · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Cantonment MRT, 508 m (~8 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$1,727 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2026 |
What's for sale and for rent at The Beacon?
The Beacon has 18 units listed for sale, asking S$1.60M to S$2.67M (median S$1,798 psf), and 6 units for rent at a median of S$4,800 a month.
For sale
18 listings
S$1.60M – S$2.67M
For rent
6 listings
S$4,600 – S$5,900 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 11 | S$1.60M–S$2.18M | S$1,874 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 7 | S$1.95M–S$2.67M | S$1,798 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Beacon?
PropKaki has 8 layouts on record for The Beacon, from 2 to 3 bedrooms (807 sqft to 2,896 sqft).
| Bedrooms | Layouts | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom | 4 | 807 to 1,163 sq ft |
| 3 Bedroom | 4 | 1,485 to 2,896 sq ft |
PropKaki holds 8 floor plans for The Beacon.
See The Beacon's floor plans — ask PropKaki.
Ask PropKakisqm ↔ sq ft converterLayouts digitised from developer brochures.
What is the price and PSF at The Beacon?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.81M (S$1,727 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.0% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.81M
recent · 288 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,727 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$4,471
830 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.0%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,798 psf — about 4% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Oct 2026.
What has recently sold at The Beacon?
The Beacon has 288 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,915,000 in Oct 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | S$1,915,000 | 1,109 | S$1,727 psf |
| Sept 2026 | S$1,958,000 | 1,109 | S$1,766 psf |
| Aug 2026 | S$1,510,000 | 807 | S$1,870 psf |
| May 2026 | S$1,968,888 | 1,109 | S$1,776 psf |
| May 2026 | S$1,810,000 | 969 | S$1,868 psf |
| Nov 2025 | S$2,550,000 | 1,485 | S$1,717 psf |
| Mar 2025 | S$1,570,000 | 807 | S$1,945 psf |
| Dec 2024 | S$1,420,000 | 807 | S$1,759 psf |
| Feb 2024 | S$1,800,000 | 1,163 | S$1,548 psf |
| Nov 2023 | S$2,430,000 | 1,485 | S$1,636 psf |
| Aug 2023 | S$3,200,000 | 2,293 | S$1,396 psf |
| May 2023 | S$1,365,000 | 807 | S$1,691 psf |
288 sales and 830 rentals on record since Jun 2006. Source: URA.
Are prices at The Beacon rising?
The median transacted PSF at The Beacon has risen 54% over the past 9 years (2017–2026), from S$1,152 psf to S$1,776 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | S$1,776 psf | S$1.92M | 5 | +3.4% |
| 2025 | S$1,717 psf | S$1.57M | 2 | +10.9% |
| 2024 | S$1,548 psf | S$1.42M | 2 | -5.3% |
| 2023 | S$1,634 psf | S$1.90M | 4 | -0.1% |
| 2022 | S$1,635 psf | S$1.45M | 6 | +14.7% |
| 2021 | S$1,425 psf | S$1.57M | 4 | +15.0% |
| 2020 | S$1,239 psf | S$1.50M | 4 | -11.1% |
| 2019 | S$1,394 psf | S$1.50M | 5 | +2.7% |
| 2018 | S$1,357 psf | S$1.40M | 4 | +17.8% |
| 2017 | S$1,152 psf | S$1.45M | 4 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is The Beacon a good investment?
Of 153 units at The Beacon that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2026), 97% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 32% over a median 3.4-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.0%. Units listed now ask about 4% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Sold for more than bought
97%
of 153 resales here
Median gain
32%
gross, before costs
Median hold
3.4 years
bought to resold
Every unit at The Beacon with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is The Beacon and what's nearby?
The Beacon is located in Bukit Merah, in the Central Region of Singapore.
The Beacon is a 99-year apartment completed in 2008. It was developed by CANTONMENT REALTY PTE LTD. The development has 124 residential units. It sits on a land area of 3,742 sqm and has a gross floor area of 13,099 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.5.
THE BEACON is located at 130 Cantonment Road, Singapore 089775. It is part of District 02, Anson / Tanjong Pagar, Bukit Merah. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Tanjong Pagar MRT, approximately 588m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include 100 AM for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blk 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza for food options, and Tras Link Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Basement car park, Drop Off Point, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Lift lobby, and Main entrance.
How far is The Beacon from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to The Beacon is Cantonment MRT, about 508 m away (~8 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Cantonment MRT508 m · ~8 min
- Tanjong Pagar MRT588 m · ~9 min
- Outram Park MRT629 m · ~10 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Cantonment Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority75 m
- Chij (Kellock)Primary school1.4 km
- Radin Mas Primary SchoolPrimary school1.8 km
- Zhangde Primary SchoolPrimary school1.9 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built The Beacon and how big is the development?
The Beacon was developed by CANTONMENT REALTY PTE LTD, designed by AXIS ARCHITECTS PLANNERS, with 124 units over up to 23 storeys.
- Developer
- CANTONMENT REALTY PTE LTD
- Architect
- AXIS ARCHITECTS PLANNERS
- Main contractor
- CHINA CONSTRUCTION (SOUTH PACIFIC) DEVELOPMENT CO PTE LTD
- Floors
- 23 storeys
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 3,742 sqm (40,279 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 13,099 sqm (140,996 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 3.50
What facilities does The Beacon have?
The Beacon has 9 facilities, including Basement car park, Drop Off Point, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, and more.
What does it cost to own a unit at The Beacon?
Buying a unit at The Beacon (~S$1.81M) needs about S$13,250/mo in income and S$6,096/mo in repayments, after S$60,100 stamp duty and a S$453k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.81M) 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$60,100
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$453k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$6,096/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$13,250/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around The Beacon?
3,756 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 2 — where The Beacon sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
3,756
District 2 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
15,713
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 2 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about The Beacon? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Beacon's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at The Beacon sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about The Beacon
Is The Beacon freehold?⌄
No. The Beacon is on a 99-year lease that started in 2004, with about 77 years left.
How old is The Beacon?⌄
The Beacon was completed (obtained TOP) in 2008, so it is about 18 years old.
Is The Beacon a good investment?⌄
Of 153 units at The Beacon that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2026), 97% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 32% over a median 3.4-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.0%. Units listed now ask about 4% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is The Beacon an EC?⌄
No. The Beacon is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of The Beacon?⌄
The Beacon was developed by CANTONMENT REALTY PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at The Beacon?⌄
Units at The Beacon have recently sold for around S$1.81M (S$1,727 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 18 units are listed for sale from S$1.60M to S$2.67M.
Where is The Beacon located?⌄
The Beacon is at 130 Cantonment Road, Singapore 089775, in Bukit Merah (District 2). The nearest MRT station is Cantonment MRT, about 508 m away.
How many units are there in The Beacon?⌄
The Beacon has 124 units in 1 block, up to 23 storeys high.
How much do I need to earn to buy at The Beacon?⌄
For a unit around S$1.81M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$13,250/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$6,096/mo after a S$453k (25%) downpayment and S$60,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at The Beacon going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at The Beacon has risen about 54% between 2017 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Beacon?⌄
Cantonment Primary School is within 1 km of The Beacon. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.