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 273 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.46M (S$1,623 psf, ~883 sqft). There are 32 units for sale from S$1.35M to S$2.05M. The lease has approximately 68 years remaining.
| Tenure | 99-year leasehold from 1995 (≈68 years left) |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1999 |
| Developer | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Units | 182 in 3 blocks |
| District and area | District 7 · Rochor · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Rochor MRT, 255 m (~4 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$1,623 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2026 |
What's for sale and for rent at The Bencoolen?
The Bencoolen has 32 units listed for sale, asking S$1.35M to S$2.05M (median S$1,674 psf), and 40 units for rent at a median of S$2,190 a month.
For sale
32 listings
S$1.35M – S$2.05M
For rent
40 listings
S$1,150 – S$5,200 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 26 | S$1.35M–S$1.88M | S$1,671 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 6 | S$1.45M–S$2.05M | S$1,706 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Bencoolen?
PropKaki has 21 layouts on record for The Bencoolen, all 2-bedroom (829 sqft to 1,356 sqft).
| Bedrooms | Layouts | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom | 3 | 883 to 1,270 sq ft |
| Other layouts | 18 | 829 to 1,356 sq ft |
PropKaki holds 1 floor plan for The Bencoolen.
See The Bencoolen's floor plans — ask PropKaki.
Ask PropKakisqm ↔ sq ft converterLayouts digitised from developer brochures.
What is the price and PSF at The Bencoolen?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.46M (S$1,623 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.2% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.46M
recent · 273 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,623 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,940
2,585 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.2%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,674 psf — about 3% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Oct 2026.
What has recently sold at The Bencoolen?
The Bencoolen has 273 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,380,000 in Oct 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | S$1,380,000 | 850 | S$1,623 psf |
| Sept 2026 | S$1,600,000 | 969 | S$1,652 psf |
| Jul 2026 | S$1,390,000 | 829 | S$1,677 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 |
273 sales and 2,585 rentals on record since Jul 1996. Source: URA.
Are prices at The Bencoolen rising?
The median transacted PSF at The Bencoolen has risen 39% over the past 10 years (2016–2026), from S$1,200 psf to S$1,672 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | S$1,672 psf | S$1.46M | 6 | +5.3% |
| 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.
Is The Bencoolen a good investment?
Of 104 units at The Bencoolen that were bought and later resold (bought from 1996, resold up to 2026), 88% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 29% over a median 7.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.2%. Units listed now ask about 3% 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
88%
of 104 resales here
Median gain
29%
gross, before costs
Median hold
7.8 years
bought to resold
Every unit at The Bencoolen 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 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.
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.
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
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
How many property agents are active around The Bencoolen?
3,637 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
3,637
District 7 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
13,296
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 7 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 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
Is The Bencoolen freehold?⌄
No. The Bencoolen is on a 99-year lease that started in 1995, with about 68 years left.
How old is The Bencoolen?⌄
The Bencoolen was completed (obtained TOP) in 1999, so it is about 27 years old.
Is The Bencoolen a good investment?⌄
Of 104 units at The Bencoolen that were bought and later resold (bought from 1996, resold up to 2026), 88% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 29% over a median 7.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.2%. Units listed now ask about 3% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is The Bencoolen an EC?⌄
No. The Bencoolen is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of The Bencoolen?⌄
The Bencoolen was developed by NOT AVAILABLE.
What is the price of a condo at The Bencoolen?⌄
Units at The Bencoolen have recently sold for around S$1.46M (S$1,623 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 32 units are listed for sale from S$1.35M to S$2.05M.
Where is The Bencoolen located?⌄
The Bencoolen is at 180A Bencoolen Street, Singapore 189646, in Rochor (District 7). The nearest MRT station is Rochor MRT, about 255 m away.
How many units are there in The Bencoolen?⌄
The Bencoolen has 182 units in 3 blocks.
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.
Are prices at The Bencoolen going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at The Bencoolen has risen about 39% between 2016 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 Bencoolen?⌄
St. Margaret's School (Primary) is within 1 km of The Bencoolen. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.