The Taipan
The Taipan is a freehold apartment in District 16 (Bedok) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 26 units across 1 block. Across 54 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.39M (S$1,025 psf, ~1,281 sqft). There are 4 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
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.
Are prices at The Taipan rising?
The median transacted PSF at The Taipan has risen 84% over the past 20 years (2001–2021), from S$624 psf to S$1,149 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | S$1,149 psf | S$1.45M | 3 | +29.0% |
| 2012 | S$891 psf | S$1.34M | 5 | +3.7% |
| 2011 | S$859 psf | S$940k | 5 | +11.7% |
| 2010 | S$769 psf | S$880k | 4 | +40.3% |
| 2009 | S$548 psf | S$703k | 4 | -22.0% |
| 2008 | S$703 psf | S$825k | 2 | +21.8% |
| 2007 | S$577 psf | S$760k | 7 | +7.4% |
| 2004 | S$537 psf | S$620k | 4 | -4.3% |
| 2003 | S$561 psf | S$623k | 2 | -10.1% |
| 2001 | S$624 psf | S$744k | 12 | — |
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 Taipan?
7,517 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 16 — where The Taipan sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
7,517
District 16 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
34,084
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 16across 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 Taipan?
The Taipan has 4 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 | 3 | S$1.79M–S$2.40M | — |
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.
Who built The Taipan and how big is the development?
The Taipan was developed by NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD, designed by ARCHITECTS GROUP ASSOCIATES PTE LTD, with 26 units over up to 5 storeys.
- Developer
- NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD
- Architect
- ARCHITECTS GROUP ASSOCIATES PTE LTD
- Main contractor
- NOVELTY ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
- Floors
- 5 storeys
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,800 sqm (19,375 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 2,520 sqm (27,125 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 1.40
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.
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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
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Thinking about The Taipan? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Taipan's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at The Taipan sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about The Taipan
How much does a unit at The Taipan cost?⌄
Units at The Taipan have recently transacted around S$1.39M (S$1,025 psf), from 54 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 Taipan?⌄
For a unit around S$1.39M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$10,175/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,681/mo after a S$348k (25%) downpayment and S$40,200 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is The Taipan a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 2.3%; median PSF has risen about 84% since 2001. 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 Taipan going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at The Taipan has risen about 84% between 2001 and 2021, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is The Taipan freehold or leasehold?⌄
The Taipan is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was The Taipan built and who developed it?⌄
The Taipan obtained TOP in 2003, developed by NOVELTY PROPERTIES PTE LTD, with 26 units across 1 block.
How many units are for sale at The Taipan?⌄
There are 4 units for sale at The Taipan, from S$1.68M to S$2.40M.
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.