• Victor Kang
  • 25 August 2020

Project Name: Uptown@Farrer

Developer: Low Keng Huat (LKHS) Ltd.

Project address: 2 Perumal Rd, Singapore 218778

Type: Residential, Serviced Apartments and Shops

No. of units: 116 residential units, 240 serviced apartments, and seven shops

No. of storeys: A residential block of 23-storeys and one inter-linked serviced apartment tower of 18-storeys

Tenure: 99-year old leasehold development

District: 8

Projected TOP: December 2022

Parking lot: Total (Residential, S.Apartments and Shops) – 192 lots + 4 handicap parking lots

Nearest MRT: Farrer Park MRT station

Site Area: 3,847.8 sq m

Configuration:

Unit Types

Number of Units

Size Range

Compact 2-Bedroom

10

516 sq ft to 527 sq ft (Type B1 & B2)

Compact 2-Bedroom

36

538 sq ft (Type B3 & B3A)

Compact 3-Bedroom

10

700 sq ft (Type C1 & C1 A)

3-Bedroom with Loft

10

829 sq ft to 861 sq ft (Type C3 & C5)

3-Bedroom

16

732 sq ft to 764 sq ft (Type C2 & C4)

3-Bedroom (PES)

1

926 sq ft (Type C2-P)

3-Bedroom

8

1,001 sq ft (Type C6 & C6A)

3-bedroom with Loft

10

1,184 sq ft (Type C7 & C7A)

3-Bedroom (PES)

1

1,292 sq ft (Type C7-P)

Compact 4-bedroom

8

1,033 sq ft (Type D1 & D1A)

4-Bedroom

2

1,399 sq ft to 1,550 sq ft (Type D2 & D2-P)

4-Bedroom + 1

2

1,647 to 1,948 sq ft (Type D3 & D3-P)

4-Bedroom Duplex

1

1,830 sq ft (Type D4)

5-Bedroom Duplex

1

2,271 sq ft (Type E1)

 

Project Details

Uptown@Farrer is an upcoming 99-year leasehold mixed development at 2 Perumal Road near Farrer Park MRT in District 8. The development faces the famous Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple and sits right in the middle of exits C and G of the Farrer Park MRT station. 

Expected to reach its Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) in December 2022, this unique residential project is strategically positioned to offer the best of work-life balance. The condominium straddles the dynamics of the Central Business District (CBD) as well as city fringe living. 

It’s 116 cosy and stylish units are spread across a 23-storey block that displays modern 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-bedroom units. Right beside this complex is an integrated 18-storey tower comprising 240 units managed by Ascott’s latest serviced residence Brand LYF. LYF is a co-living brand designed for today’s Millennials to foster community living and social interaction. This tower includes co-sharing features such as a common lobby, that can be converted to host events and meetings or a social kitchen that can be converted into a cafe-reception counter. 

lyf serviced apartments in farrer park: uptown at farrer review

The buildings showcase a graceful facade of glass and steel designed with a beautiful blend of colours. The development offers a variety of unit options to accommodate residents with different space and lifestyle requirements. This development’s unique selling feature is its proximity to the Farrer Park MRT and immense convenience to medical facilities, eateries and the CBD. 

Developer:

Since its inception in 1969, Low Keng Huat (LKHS) Ltd has contributed significantly to the changing skyline of Singapore. 

LKHS has received the Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) Awards for construction excellence for a number of their projects. Some of their landmark projects include the 52-storey OCBC Centre, the restoration of CHIJMES within the business hub of Singapore, Mandarin Gardens Condominium – the largest residential project in Singapore, the Islamic Centre of Singapore and the Duxton Hotel. In fact, for this project, the developer won the site bid of $174.08 million as part of the confirmed list of the Government Land Sales Programme (GLS) in January 2017.

Today, LKHS has 33 subsidiaries and 12 associated companies involved in three core activities – construction and civil engineering, property development, and property investments across Singapore, Malaysia and China.

Suggested read: Government Land Sales Programme Guide

Uptown@Farrer Design:

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Uptown@Farrer is a mixed residential development that incorporates 7 retail shops on its first storey and residential units on the upper levels. The first 3 levels house the multi-storey car parks, that are shared between the 18-storey serviced apartment tower and 23-storey residential block.

uptown at farrer site plan

From the fourth storey onwards, the residential block’s facilities and units become independent from those of the serviced apartment tower. 

Uptown@Farrer condo facilities:

LEVEL 4 –

  • Marigold Pavilion
  • Hickory Grill
  • Jasmine Lawn
  • Murraya Trail
  • Kids Water Play Area
  • Aqua Deck
  • 35 m long Lap Pool
  • Jacuzzi and Spa Pavilion 
  • Pool Deck
  • Magnolia Lounge
  • Changing Room
  • Swimming Pool Shower
  • Gym
  • Outdoor Deck
  • Bicycle Lots

Layout and Floor Plans:

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2-bedroom (Type B1, B2 and B3)

2-bedroom units at uptown@farrer condo: uptown at farrer review

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Type B1 and B2 units amount to a total of 10 units, which are similar in design and layout with a slight variation in size. The B1 units are 516 sq ft in size, whereas the B2 units are 527 sq ft in size. The compact 2-bedrooms also consist of type B3 units that are 538 sq ft in size. The type B3 amounts to a total of 36 units comprising a living and dining area of 139.9 sq ft, which is equivalent to its master bedroom and master bath area of the unit.

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All 2-bedrooms are adorned with marble flooring in the living room, timber strip flooring in the bedrooms, and a practical open kitchen with wooden laminate cupboards and Bosch appliances.  All Bathrooms come with sleek Duravit sanitary fittings and Grohé rain shower. The bedrooms in these units are square-shaped and offer more space and light.

The master bedroom can squeeze a queen-sized bed beside the sliding door cabinet, whilst the second bedroom can accommodate a single bed alongside a small walk-in-closet. 

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Compact 3-bedroom (Type C1, C1A, C2, C4, C6 and C6A)

uptown at farrer review: uptown@farrer 3-bedroom floor plan

Type C1 and C1A units are 700 sq ft in size and are replicas of each other.

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Similarly, type C2 and C4 units are variants of each other on opposite sides of the block.

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The compact 3-bedders have an open kitchen with a BOSCH hood and gas-hob burner, Bosch oven, BOSCH washing machine and BOSCH AA+ smart cool Refrigerators. Each compact 3-bedder comes with two/three balconies that are extensions of the living room, the master bedroom and the tertiary bedroom, respectively. All bedrooms have timber strip flooring, a laminated timber swing door, built-in wardrobes and wall-mounted Mitsubishi air-conditioners. The entrance door has a Samsung smart door-locking system that authenticates via an access keycard and has smart push-pull options.

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The Type C6 and C6A units are 1,001 sq ft in size with spacious living rooms, slightly larger balconies and bedrooms.

3-bedroom with loft (Type C3, C5, C7 and C7A)

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There are twenty, 3-bedrooms with lofts located on the ninth, eleventh, thirteenth, fifteenth, and seventeenth floor respectively. The C3, C5, and identical C7 and C7A units have a ceiling height of 5.9m and a size area of 829 sq ft, 861 sq ft and 1,184 sq ft independently. The idea behind the loft bedrooms is to maximise space with the additional height available without much sacrifice. The lofts can be used as a bunk bed space or can even be converted into a workstation.

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3-bedroom penthouse (Type C2-P and C7-P)

The 3-bedroom penthouses are available in  926 sq ft and 1,292 sq ft. Located on the fourth-storey of the development, these penthouses provide an opulent view of the facilities and have a landscaped courtyard deck. The apartments come with a master bath and a common bath that comprises top-of-the-line Duravit sanitary fittings and GROHÉ rain shower and water faucets. The bedrooms in these units are square-shaped and offer more space and light.

4-bedroom dual key (Type D1 and D1A)

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The 4-bedroom dual-key units comprise a separate entrance studio attached to the 4-bedroom apartment. There are a total of eight dual-key 4-bedders of 1,033 sq ft. These are located on levels 5, 6, 7 and 8 of the residential block and are perfect for multi-generation families or investors looking at renting out the studio for a good return on investment.

4+1 bedroom (type D3)

uptown at farrer review: 4-bedroom + study unit

Perched on the highest floor of the residential block, this unit is a spacious 1,647 sq ft 4-bedder with a study. The welcoming and warm-toned living area is bedecked in marble slabs and includes a master bedroom and a junior master situated on the two opposite ends of the unit. This layout is great for families with children, wherein the additional study can be converted into a children’s playroom or a workstation.

4-bedroom and 5-bedroom duplex (Type D4 and E1)

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These two duplex apartments sit on either side of the highest floor of the residential block. While the type D4 faces the Perumal Temple, the type E1 faces the Race Course Road. Both duplex units have the master bedroom and an additional guest bedroom on the ground level, whereas a junior master and other bedrooms are located on the top floor overlooking the grandiose rooftop terrace.

Uptown @ Farrer: condo maintenance fees

Unit Types

Est. monthly maintenance fees

Compact 2-bedroom

$327

Compact 2-bedroom

$327

Compact 3-bedroom 

$393

3-bedroom with loft

$393

3-bedroom 

$393

3-bedroom (PH)

$393

3-bedroom 

$393

3-bedroom with loft 

$458

3-bedroom (PH)

$458

Compact 4-bedroom

$393

4-bedroom

$458

4-bedroom + 1

$524

4-bedroom duplex

$524

5-bedroom duplex

$524

 

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Location

 

Uptown@Farrer: Accessibility:

uptown at farrer review

Uptown@Farrer is skirted by the Little India neighbourhood and is a minute’s walk to the Farrer Park MRT station. The development is flanked by Serangoon Road on one side and the Race Course Road on the other side. Serangoon Road is home to the City Square Mall and the Centrum Mall, whereas the Race Course Road comprises the Farrer Park Hospital, StarMed Medical Centre, and One Farrer Hotel.

Uptown@Farrer offers an excellent transport network that links the project site to various regions of Singapore. The Farrer Park MRT along the North-East purple line is a stop away to Little India MRT interchange station on the Downtown Line (DTL), and two stops from Dhoby Ghaut MRT interchange on the North-East Line (NEL).  

driving to raffles place from uptown at farrer condo: uptown at review

For those who drive, residents are just 11 minutes by car from the Central Expressway (CTE) and 13 minutes from the East-Coast Parkway (ECP). Getting to Raffles Place in the CBD will take about 11 mins drive.  

The place also offers a myriad of amenities for shopping, community living, sports activities, dining and entertainment.

  • The City Square Mall (110 m) and the Centrum mall (130 m) comprise popular Restaurants, shopping outlets, supermarkets like NTUC Fair Price and Golden Village movie theatre. Both these malls are just a 2-minute walk from the upcoming condominium. 
  • If you wish to grab a late night drink or pack-up on the week’s groceries, there is the Park Hotel, One Farrer Hotel and the massive Mustafa Centre, which is just 4 minutes on foot from the residential development. 
  • Besides, the locality is home to associations like the Singapore Khalsa Association, the Civil Service Club at Tessensohn, the Chinese Recreation Club, People’s Association HQ, and Singapore Indian Association. Also, within a 15 minute-radius are Jalan Besar Stadium, Ceylon Sports Club, Kampong Glam Constituency Sports Club and Kallang Water Sports Centre to keep up with your fitness regimen.
  • Situated in the heart of the city, this area is a food lover’s delight. A multitude of food centres such as Berseh food centre, Pek Kio Market and food court centre, and Tekka market are all a 10-minute walk from the condo. 
  • In addition to these, there are authentic and mouth-watering vegetarian food options such as the Sky Lab Cooked Food, Komala Vilas, Banana Leaf Apolo, and Muthu’s curry are all a stone’s throw away from the residential dwelling. 

For families with children choosing to live at Uptown@Farrer, there are a number of schooling and educational institutions for all age-groups in and around the neighbourhood. 

PRESCHOOLS –

  • Khalsa Kindergarten
  • PCF Moulmein Blk 10
  • MOE Kindergarten at Farrer Park
  • NAFA Arts Kindergarten (Derbyshire)
  • Thomson Road Baptist Kindergarten
  • Newton Kindergarten

PRIMARY SCHOOLS –

  • Farrer Park Primary School
  • Stamford Primary School
  • Hong Wen School
  • Saint Joseph’s Institution
  • Bendemeer Primary School
  • St. Margaret’s Primary School
  • Anglo- Chinese School (Junior)
  • Balestier Hill Primary School

SECONDARY SCHOOLS –

  • Northlight School
  • Bendemeer Secondary School
  • Chij Katong Convent

JUNIOR COLLEGE –

  • St Andrew’s Junior college

OTHER INSTITUTIONS –

  • Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts
  • School of the Arts, Singapore
  • Singapore Management University

The condominium surrounds itself with some top medical care centres, such as –

MEDICAL CARE FACILITIES –

  • KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital
  • StarMed Medical Centre
  • Farrer Park Hospital

Although congested and conventionally noisy, the vibe of this locale is meant for the high-spirited. The temple sitting right opposite the condo is a heritage site. So, chances of any new construction in front of the condominium are almost close to nil. Having said that, the biggest downside of having a temple across the condominium is an odd-hourly clamour that a flurry of activities within the temple can cause. Thus, to purchase a property at Uptown@Farrer, one needs to be mindful of the furore that comes with the vicinity, despite the convenience of quintessential city fringe living.

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Analysis

Uptown@Farrer: Price

The Developer won the site bid of $174.08 million as part of the confirmed list of the GLS in January 2017. 

At the time of writing, the current range of units’ sale price on PropertyGuru varies between $998,000 for a compact 2-bedroom to $4,185,246 for the 5-bedroom penthouse. 

The developer has also said that the average per square feet selling price for the residential units is close to $1875. The trend is that the bigger the units, the lower the psf price. Whereas, the smaller the units, the higher the psf price. This is because the smaller units have higher demand, pushing the psf price a notch higher, especially when only a few small units are remaining for sale. 

Uptown@Farrer: District 8 URA Master Plan:

uptown at farrer review: Rochor URA Master Plan

Probably the most notable thing you’ll notice when looking at the location of Uptown@Farrer in the 2019 URA Master Plan is that the condo sits opposite the Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, so future residents could experience a lot of noise. 

Another interesting thing to note is that there URA will also include more housing options, including a park with an integrated residential development (marked dark green and blue, at the junction between Kitchener Road and Kitchener Link). 

uptown at farrer review: 2019 URA Master Plan Kallang

URA has also said that there will be more housing options around for those seeking to live near the city. For investors, this could result in rental yields or capital gains as there will be more housing demand in the future. 

Further highlights of the 2019 URA Master Plan:

  • The CBD and Marina Bay area will be developed to increase housing options, as opposed to being used purely for business. This is evident from the injection of the recently renovated mixed developments such as the South Beach tower and DUO, which complement the existing commercial offerings that include The Gateway, The Concourse, Parkview Square and the Bugis Junction. 
  • Farrer Park is earmarked for future housing developments
  • The stretch from Marina Bay to Pasir Panjang will start developing into the “Greater Southern Waterfront” in the next 5 to 10 years. 
  • The Ophir-Rochor corridor is slated to become a mixed-use district featuring offices, hotels and residences, connecting the established commercial hub at Marina Centre to future developments along the Rochor Canal and Bukit Timah Canal. 
  • The downtown arts/culture/heritage district (Bras Basah, Bugis, Civic District, Fort Canning) will be expanded and enhanced.

The plan for a larger live-in population in the office-dominated CBD and Marina Bay area is part of a move by URA to bring more life to the area after office hours. Hence, better connectivity and an enhanced public realm will help anchor the city centre as a dynamic 24/7 downtown and global financial hub. These exciting new projects will increase property demand in the city fringe area, especially Beach Road and the Lavender/Bugis areas, which could transform into popular residential and business areas in the near future.

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Summary

Accessibility to the city’s centre is a key consideration when you are choosing a home.

Homebuyers of Uptown@Farrer won’t be disappointed when it comes to convenience and connectivity to the CBD. Residents need only 11 minutes to reach the Dhoby Ghaut MRT interchange to transfer to the NSL and 7 minutes to reach the Little India MRT interchange to transfer to the DTL. Both these lines connect residents to all the major hubs within Singapore. Furthermore, owners with cars can reach the CBD via CTE in under 12-minutes from the development. 

Aside from the connectivity, the condo’s unique loft concepts and dual-keys can maximise rental profits as well as capital gain. Uptown@Farrer is a taste of cosmopolitan living in a bustling neighbourhood full of life and activity.

Uptown@Farrer showflats are located at 2, Perumal Road/Serangoon Road in District 8 of Singapore. To make an appointment or to view, call 68228128. 

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Eric Wong

Victor Kang