1953 - 20 Units for Sale
1953 is a blend of Heritage Shophouses and Modern Contemporary Design Apartments creating a unique and interesting façade. Located at Tessensohn Road in District 8, it is a freehold mixed development by Oxley Holdings Limited, a homegrown Singapore company which has many successful development projects and created a strong foothold both locally and overseas. As one of Singapore’s most prolific developers, the Group focus on key elements such as prime locations, attractive design and lifestyle features that appeal to its target market. 1953 condo is the most recent advancement of the company that envelops the dedication to supply quality houses beyond the assumptions of the purchasers. Targeted to be completed by year 2023, 1953 will adopt a unique Art Deco style in tune with the project’s namesake 1953. Sitting on a plot of 17,938 square feet, the developer has cleverly merged the seven conserved shophouses with a block of modern concept apartments to revamp this historical site. The project continues the tradition of the archetypal Singapore shophouse with commercial shops at ground floor and living spaces above that. The architecture of the development will evoke a sense of historical nostalgia balanced with the modern sensibilities of today’s home buyers. Complementing the living necessities for its residents, there are a range of state-of-art facilities provided for the indulgence of the residents at Level 4 of 1953 such as communal swimming pool, flora sanctuary, western grill corner, fitness corner, lantern walk, and a cascading water feature. 1953 is strategically located on the prime Central Business District fringe. Farrer Park MRT Station (approximately 7 minutes) and Boon Keng MRT Station (approximately 5 minutes) are just a walking distance away to provide seamless connectivity to the different parts of Singapore. Vehicles owners can take Tessensohn Road, Balestier Road and Central Expressway to get to the business hub or Orchard Shopping Paradise in the city. The merging of commercial and residential aspects of this mixed development greatly increase accessibility and convenience to the residents. Besides, it is situated in a convenient location, close to all local amenities. Bendemeer Primary SchoolBendemeer Scondary SchoolFarrer Park Primary SchoolHong Wen SchoolFarrer Park HospitalTan Tock Seng HospitalKwong Wai Shiu HospitalMustafa CentreJalan Besar PlazaCity Square MallCentrium Square 1953 is a 6 storey building with 14 retail shops and 58 units of apartment. 7 units of the retail shop and 9 units of the apartment are housed in the conserved shophouses, named “Heritage Collection”. Another 7 units of the retail shop and 40 units of the apartment named “Modern Collection”are in the new part of 1953 which also housed 9 “Penthouse Collection” apartments. The apartments come in 4 different styles ranging from one to five bedroom units with the built-up area of 441 square feet to 1,658 square feet. The 14 units of retail shop are in the size 366 square feet to 786 square feet.Project Name: 1953Type: Mixed developmentDistrict: 8Configuration: 58 residential units, 14 commercial strata units and addition & alteration to 7 units of conserved shop housesSite area: 17,938 square feet Unit types for 1953:Heritage Collection:Retail: 700 - 786 square feet2 Bedroom with Study: 614 - 786 square feet3 Bedroom: 1,130 - 1,152 square feet4 Bedroom: 1,399 square feetModern Collection:Retail: 366 - 560 square feetStudio: 441 square feet1 Bedroom: 549 square feet1 Bedroom with Study: 506 - 614 square feet3 Bedroom: 786 - 937 square feet3 Bedroom with Study: 915 - 969 square feetPenthouse Collection:2 Bedroom + Family: 1,130 square feet3 Bedroom: 1,120 square feet3 Bedroom + Family: 1,227 - 1,238 square feet5 Bedroom: 1,507 square feet5 Bedroom with Study: 1,658 square feet The following projects are by the same developer as 1953:The Verandah ResidencesSixteen35 ResidencesSea Pavillion Residences The following developments are in the same neighourhood as 1953:CitylightsKerrisdaleCity Square ResidencesCavan SuitesForte SuitesCityscape at Farrer Park
DeveloperOxley Holdings Limited
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Recent local search data shows the development preserving market visibility among active seekers in the Farrer Park / Serangoon Rd area. Drawing on 30 days of PropertyGuru search activity, the project remains one of the more visible names in recent search data, capturing 1.13% of district queries.
Most-searched Units: 3-BedroomPricing by Unit Types:
- 1-Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 1.17M
- Avg PSF: S$ 2,054 psf (0.45% higher compared to Farrer Park / Serangoon Rd average of S$ 2,045 psf)
- Available Units: 4
- 2-Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 1.29M
- Avg PSF: S$ 2,109 psf (6.36% higher compared to Farrer Park / Serangoon Rd average of S$ 1,983 psf)
- Available Units: 2
- 3-Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 2.19M
- Avg PSF: S$ 1,975 psf (23.23% higher compared to Farrer Park / Serangoon Rd average of S$ 1,603 psf)
- Available Units: 12
- 4-Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 1.90M
- Avg PSF: S$ 2,128 psf (20.69% higher compared to Farrer Park / Serangoon Rd average of S$ 1,763 psf)
- Available Units: 1
- 5+ Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 3.00M
- Avg PSF: S$ 1,991 psf (41.02% lower compared to Farrer Park / Serangoon Rd average of S$ 3,375 psf)
- Available Units: 1
- BOON KENG MRT STATION (670m, 8-9 mins) — Another nearby option on the North-East Line that makes commuting to work or town very straightforward.
- BENDEMEER MRT STATION (883m, 10-11 mins) — Access to the Downtown Line from here makes traveling to the Bukit Timah education belt or the CBD much faster.
- SINGAPORE KHALSA ASSOCIATION (123m, 1-2 mins) — Just a few steps away, this stop offers several bus routes for quick trips around the neighbourhood.
- BEF S'GOON RD (219m, 2-3 mins) — Conveniently located for residents to catch buses heading towards the main Serangoon thoroughfare.
- MY WORLD PRESCHOOL LTD. (321m, 3-4 mins) — A very short walk for parents, making the morning school run simple and stress-free.
- KHALSA KINDERGARTEN (360m, 4-5 mins) — Nearby early childhood education option that is handy for families with young children.
- HONG WEN SCHOOL (804m, 9-10 mins) — A well-regarded primary school within easy reach for local families.
- KALLANG POLYCLINIC AND LONG TERM CARE (230m, 2-3 mins) — Essential public healthcare services are practically at your doorstep for regular check-ups.
- KWONG WAI SHIU HOSPITAL (450m, 5-6 mins) — A major community healthcare institution providing peace of mind with medical support nearby.
- FARRER PARK HOSPITAL (586m, 7-8 mins) — Modern private medical facilities are just a short walk away for specialized healthcare needs.
- CITY SQUARE MALL (696m, 8-9 mins) — A major family-friendly mall with a cinema, supermarket, and plenty of retail brands for all your needs.
- SHENG SIONG - MCNAIR (783m, 9-10 mins) — Great for daily grocery shopping with a wide variety of fresh produce at reasonable prices.
- EMINENT PLAZA (572m, 6-7 mins) — A local spot for quick retail fixes and services close to home.
- HOME BARKITCHEN (72m, 1 min) — An incredibly close spot for a relaxed meal or drinks without having to leave the immediate street.
- SARPINOS PIZZA (94m, 1-2 mins) — Perfect for a quick takeaway or casual dinner just a minute from your front door.
- YAOWARAT SEAFOOD (255m, 3-4 mins) — Famous for its Thai-style dishes, offering great dinner options within a short stroll.
Published date: May 8, 2026















