The Taipan
The Taipan is a freehold apartment in District 16 (Bedok) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 26 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$1.39M (S$1,025 psf), from 54 sales on record. There are 6 units for sale from S$1.68M to S$2.40M.
What are the key facts about The Taipan?
The Taipan is a freehold apartment in District 16 (Bedok) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 26 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 2003
- Developer
- NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD
- Total units
- 26
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 16 (Bedok)
- Market segment
- OCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,025 psf
- Last transacted
- Apr 2025
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at The Taipan?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.39M (S$1,025 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.3% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.39M
recent · 54 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,025 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$2,662
152 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.3%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,536 psf — about 50% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2025.
What has recently sold at The Taipan?
The Taipan has 54 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,585,000 in Apr 2025 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2025 | S$1,585,000 | 1,076 | S$1,473 psf |
| Nov 2022 | S$1,600,000 | 1,281 | S$1,249 psf |
| Dec 2021 | S$1,868,000 | 1,701 | S$1,098 psf |
| Dec 2021 | S$1,450,000 | 1,130 | S$1,283 psf |
| Sept 2021 | S$1,200,000 | 1,044 | S$1,149 psf |
| Apr 2020 | S$1,600,000 | 1,561 | S$1,025 psf |
| Mar 2018 | S$1,036,000 | 936 | S$1,106 psf |
| Jul 2017 | S$1,050,000 | 1,076 | S$975 psf |
| Oct 2012 | S$1,480,000 | 1,539 | S$962 psf |
| Mar 2012 | S$1,300,000 | 1,507 | S$863 psf |
| Mar 2012 | S$1,338,800 | 1,873 | S$715 psf |
| Mar 2012 | S$1,390,000 | 1,561 | S$891 psf |
54 sales and 152 rentals on record since Jun 2001. Source: URA.
What bedroom types are available at The Taipan?
The Taipan has 6 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 | 1 | S$1.68M–S$1.68M | — |
| 3-bedroom | 5 | S$2.30M–S$2.40M | S$1,536 psf |
Where is The Taipan and what's nearby?
The Taipan is located in Bedok, in the East Region of Singapore.
The Taipan is a freehold apartment completed in 2003. It was developed by NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD. The development has 26 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,800 sqm and has a gross floor area of 2,520 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.
THE TAIPAN is located at 25 Jalan Hajijah, Singapore 468721. It is part of District 16, Bedok / Upper East Coast, Bedok. The project falls within the East Region and the OCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Siglap MRT, approximately 602m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Bedok Mall for shopping, GOLDEN TICKET SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. for groceries, East Coast Lagoon Food Village for food options, and Sennett Ave Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Playground, and Swimming pool.
How far is The Taipan from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to The Taipan is Siglap MRT, about 602 m away (~9 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km.
Getting around
- Siglap MRT602 m · ~9 min
- Bayshore MRT826 m · ~13 min
Schools nearby
- Victoria SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km870 m
- Bedok Green Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Temasek Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Temasek Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.5 km
- Opera Estate Primary SchoolPrimary school1.5 km
- Bedok View Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.6 km
- Victoria Junior CollegeJunior college1.8 km
- Fengshan Primary SchoolPrimary school2.0 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does The Taipan have?
The Taipan has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Playground, Swimming pool.
What does it cost to own a unit at The Taipan?
Buying a unit at The Taipan (~S$1.39M) needs about S$10,175/mo in income and S$4,681/mo in repayments, after S$40,200 stamp duty and a S$348k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.39M) 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$40,200
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$348k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$4,681/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$10,175/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
Frequently asked questions about The Taipan
What is the price at The Taipan?⌄
Units at The Taipan have recently transacted around S$1.39M (S$1,025 psf), from 54 sales on record (URA caveat data).
What is the PSF at The Taipan?⌄
Units for sale at The Taipan are asking a median of about S$1,536 psf.
Is The Taipan freehold or leasehold?⌄
The Taipan is freehold.
When was The Taipan built?⌄
The Taipan obtained TOP in 2003, developed by NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD.
How many units are for sale at The Taipan?⌄
There are 6 units for sale at The Taipan, from S$1.68M to S$2.40M.
What is the rental yield at The Taipan?⌄
Gross rental yield at The Taipan is about 2.3%, based on median current rents and prices.
How many units are in The Taipan?⌄
The Taipan has 26 units across 1 block.
What facilities does The Taipan have?⌄
The Taipan has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Playground, Swimming pool.
What is the nearest MRT to The Taipan?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to The Taipan is Siglap MRT, about 602 m away (~9 min walk).
Are there schools near The Taipan?⌄
1 school is within 1 km of The Taipan, including Victoria School.
