The Bencoolen
The Bencoolen is a 99-year apartment in District 7 (Rochor) that obtained TOP in 1999, with 182 units across 3 blocks. Across 270 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.46M (S$1,621 psf, ~883 sqft). There are 24 units for sale from S$1.40M to S$2.05M. The lease has approximately 68 years remaining.
What are the key facts about The Bencoolen?
The Bencoolen is a 99-year apartment in District 7 (Rochor) that obtained TOP in 1999, with 182 units across 3 blocks.
- Tenure
- 99-year
- TOP / Completion
- 1999
- Developer
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Total units
- 182
- Blocks
- 3
- District / Area
- District 7 (Rochor)
- Market segment
- CCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,621 psf
- Last transacted
- Jun 2026
- Remaining lease
- ≈ 68 years
What is the price and PSF at The Bencoolen?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.46M (S$1,621 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.2% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.46M
recent · 270 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,621 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,888
2,566 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.2%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,704 psf — about 5% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Jun 2026.
What has recently sold at The Bencoolen?
The Bencoolen has 270 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,735,000 in Jun 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | S$1,735,000 | 1,033 | S$1,679 psf |
| Jun 2026 | S$1,800,000 | 1,044 | S$1,724 psf |
| May 2026 | S$1,458,000 | 872 | S$1,672 psf |
| Dec 2025 | S$1,698,000 | 1,033 | S$1,643 psf |
| Nov 2025 | S$1,308,888 | 829 | S$1,579 psf |
| Apr 2025 | S$1,423,000 | 883 | S$1,612 psf |
| Mar 2025 | S$1,470,000 | 926 | S$1,588 psf |
| Mar 2025 | S$1,570,000 | 969 | S$1,621 psf |
| Feb 2025 | S$1,330,000 | 872 | S$1,525 psf |
| Jun 2024 | S$1,478,000 | 883 | S$1,675 psf |
| May 2024 | S$1,400,000 | 883 | S$1,586 psf |
| Dec 2023 | S$1,400,000 | 850 | S$1,646 psf |
270 sales and 2,566 rentals on record since Jul 1996. Source: URA.
Are prices at The Bencoolen rising?
The median transacted PSF at The Bencoolen has risen 40% over the past 10 years (2016–2026), from S$1,200 psf to S$1,679 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | S$1,679 psf | S$1.74M | 3 | +5.7% |
| 2025 | S$1,588 psf | S$1.42M | 6 | +0.1% |
| 2024 | S$1,586 psf | S$1.40M | 2 | -1.4% |
| 2023 | S$1,608 psf | S$1.59M | 58 | +13.6% |
| 2022 | S$1,416 psf | S$1.25M | 4 | +5.0% |
| 2021 | S$1,348 psf | S$1.29M | 5 | +1.9% |
| 2020 | S$1,323 psf | S$1.15M | 5 | +11.5% |
| 2019 | S$1,187 psf | S$1.10M | 4 | -8.2% |
| 2018 | S$1,293 psf | S$1.25M | 4 | +7.7% |
| 2016 | S$1,200 psf | S$1.08M | 6 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around The Bencoolen?
3,436 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 7 — where The Bencoolen sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
3,436
District 7 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
12,904
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 7across 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 The Bencoolen?
The Bencoolen has 24 units listed for sale, spanning 2–3-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 21 | S$1.40M–S$1.88M | S$1,704 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 3 | S$1.90M–S$2.05M | — |
Where is The Bencoolen and what's nearby?
The Bencoolen is located in Rochor, in the Central Region of Singapore.
The Bencoolen is a 99-year apartment completed in 1999. It was developed by NOT AVAILABLE. The development has 182 residential units. It sits on a land area of 6,258 sqm and has a gross floor area of 26,285 sqm. The plot ratio is 4.2.
THE BENCOOLEN is located at 180A Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189646. It is part of District 07, Middle Road / Golden Mile, Rochor. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Rochor MRT, approximately 255m away, around 4 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Bugis+ for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Albert Centre Market & Food Centre for food options, and Handy Rd Os for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, 24 hours security, Swimming pool, and Tennis courts.
Who built The Bencoolen and how big is the development?
The Bencoolen was developed by NOT AVAILABLE, designed by ARCHURBAN ARCHITECTS PLANNERS, with 182 units.
- Developer
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Architect
- ARCHURBAN ARCHITECTS PLANNERS
- Main contractor
- HUP SOON CONSTRUCTION CO (PTE) LTD
- Blocks
- 3
- Land area
- 6,258 sqm (67,360 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 26,285 sqm (282,929 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 4.20
How far is The Bencoolen from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to The Bencoolen is Rochor MRT, about 255 m away (~4 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Rochor MRT255 m · ~4 min
- Bugis MRT293 m · ~5 min
- Bencoolen MRT449 m · ~7 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km576 m
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority859 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.6 km
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school2.0 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school2.0 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does The Bencoolen have?
The Bencoolen has 6 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, 24 hours security, and more.
What does it cost to own a unit at The Bencoolen?
Buying a unit at The Bencoolen (~S$1.46M) needs about S$10,673/mo in income and S$4,910/mo in repayments, after S$42,920 stamp duty and a S$365k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.46M) 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$42,920
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$365k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$4,910/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$10,673/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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Thinking about The Bencoolen? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Bencoolen's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at The Bencoolen sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about The Bencoolen
How much does a unit at The Bencoolen cost?⌄
Units at The Bencoolen have recently transacted around S$1.46M (S$1,621 psf), from 270 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at The Bencoolen?⌄
For a unit around S$1.46M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$10,673/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,910/mo after a S$365k (25%) downpayment and S$42,920 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is The Bencoolen a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 3.2%, and current asking prices sit about 5% above the most recent transacted PSF; median PSF has risen about 40% since 2016. 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 The Bencoolen going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at The Bencoolen has risen about 40% between 2016 and 2026, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is The Bencoolen freehold or leasehold?⌄
The Bencoolen is 99-year, with approximately 68 years remaining on the lease.
When was The Bencoolen built and who developed it?⌄
The Bencoolen obtained TOP in 1999, developed by NOT AVAILABLE, with 182 units across 3 blocks.
How many units are for sale at The Bencoolen?⌄
There are 24 units for sale at The Bencoolen, from S$1.40M to S$2.05M.
What is the nearest MRT to The Bencoolen?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to The Bencoolen is Rochor MRT, about 255 m away (~4 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Bencoolen?⌄
St. Margaret's School (Primary) is within 1 km of The Bencoolen — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.