Seen this sunday at Tiong Bahru:
http://ssc.singapenguin.net/05/050925_advertisement01.jpg

Design looks nothing special except for the podium.
Could it be the one to be built at Redhill ? Or maybe to replace the blocks demolished at the beginning of the year along Tiong Bahru Road ? There's a big open space land here now. Last development that was advertised here was Domain 21.

:eek2:

wow another 36-storey condo at Tiong Bahru!

hmmm...maybe this is to be built on the site of Kim Tian Plaza, next to Twin Regency?

Cant see much from that pic, but design looks a bit like Newton Suites, also by UOL.

Yes I thought so too ;-)
There are a lot of plots available in the area, it could be built just next to Tiong Bahru Plaza as well and that would make this area really dense with Meraprime, Twin Regency, the 30-storey HDB estate and now this one.

I did a search on the URA website and the only one I could find is the Redhill plot which is zoned for 40-storeys max, so it could be the one. But they don't list who won the tender for that plot so it could not be ;-)

It's a FH condo (1 36-storey tower) at Kim Tian Rd - Regency Suites (I think the name could easily be confused with Regency Heights :p )

2/3 br @ 980/1421sf.

the podium looks very WOHA

It looks like this Regency Suites project by UOL could be the one I spotted at Tiong Bahru Plaza.

I wonder where exactly it's going to be built...

Should be built on the site of Kim Tian Plaza which is like next door to Twin Regency.

$750 psf in Tiong Bahru??? My God, things ARE looking up!

On the other hand, CityDev counter dropped from $9.50 to close at $9.10 today..... :( should've known that big boys would dump CityDev today in anticipation of Sail2 launch this weekend.. Red Alert: contra opp, contra opp! Realize your profits by Monday! ;)

http://www.uol.com.sg/regencysuites/index_files/image004.jpg

From the developer's website:

Regency Suites offers 84 luxurious freehold apartments and a SOHO block with a selection of high ceiling white box units or duplexes to suit your lifestyle needs.



Perfectly located in the idyllic Tiong Bahru precinct and mere minutes away from the city lies a spa haven to call home. Rejuvenate your senses, recharge your body and relax your mind in the perfect seclusion and privacy of your own space. Start the day with a refreshing hydrotherapy shower, or wind down the evening and dance among the stars at the poolside timber deck. Surrounded by your very own Spa Oasis, luxuriate in a poolside massage while you sip a cocktail and contemplate the world. Welcome to life lived to the fullest - at Regency Suites.

Space in the City

A nexus of city living, Regency Suites provides unbeatable connectivity across the island.



Near Tiong Bahru MRT station, it is just 3 MRT stops to Raffles Place/Shenton Way: Singapore's financial hub. The Orchard Road shopping/entertainment belt is just a few minutes drive away. After dark, the cool clubbing precinct of Mohamed Sultan Road beckons seductively.



Regency Suites is within 2km of reputable schools such as CHIJ (Kellock), River Valley Primary School and Gan Eng Seng Primary School. It also allows easy access to established schools such as Anglo-Chinese (Independent) School, Crescent Girls School, Singapore Polytechnic and the National University of Singapore.


Rejuvenating Space

At the Spa Oasis, be greeted by an elevated reflective pool that brims over with trickling, shimmering sheets of water. Suspended within a lush garden, it overlooks an azure lap pool and lagoon lounge with an invigorating hydrotherapy body jet.

Other spa facilities include massage pavilions, hydrotherapy massage beds, foot massage and massage showers.

Perspective is gained. Inner self is restored. Harmony prevails. At Regency Suites. A spa to call home.


Personal Space

With only 3 units to each floor, your privacy is assured.



All apartments are oriented towards Raffles Place. Each 3-bedroom apartment is single loaded and features 2 balconies on both sides for all-round breathtaking views and all-day breeze from cross ventilation. Style and quality are evident in every detail; from the designer Tecmo Armadi wardrobes to imported Hansgrohe shower panels fitted with massage spray jets.

With Tiong Bahru Plaza just a stone's throw away for your personal needs, it's never been easier to set your own pace, in your own space.

where is it exactly in Tiong Bahru?

http://www.uol.com.sg/regencysuites/index_files/soho_nite.jpg

where is it exactly in Tiong Bahru?

I havent been to the site yet, but I think its going to be built on the site of Kim Tian Plaza along Kim Tian Rd. Which makes it almost next door to Twin Regency.

Its opposite the market I think.

http://www.uol.com.sg/regencysuites/LocationMap.jpg

hmmm... wonder what time the showflat closes.

not sure..did you receive smses about the project?

not sure..did you receive smses about the project?

yes. but, too lazy to call. michelle 90623456.

It looks great, I love how the carpark is hidden inside the building. I'm still wondering where they're going to build it... The map doesn't tell much. This area is very much built up already.

WOW! I love condos with balconies...:drool:

looks very "novena":D

UOL launches Regency Suites

Thursday • October 13, 2005

UNITED Overseas Land (UOL) said yesterday it will launch its freehold Regency Suites development on Saturday at an average price of $730 per square foot.

The price for Regency Suites indicates developers are becoming more bullish about the middle segment of Singapore's private home market, following strong sales of luxury developments in recent weeks.

At the average price of $730 per square foot, Regency Suites will command a 20 per cent premium over nearby 99-year leasehold condominium developments such as MCL Land's MeraPrime, which is currently being sold for around $600 per square foot.

The premium enjoyed by freehold projects over new 99-year leasehold developments is currently around 15 per cent, an analyst at a local brokerage said.

Regency Suites is jointly developed by UOL and Low Keng Huat (Singapore). — Dow Jones

Copyright MediaCorp Press Ltd. All rights reserved.

WOW! I love condos with balconies...:drool:

looks very "novena":D

Yes, I just hope it won't be a one-sided building like Moulmein Rise :-)

There was only a show room for the 3 bed room units, about 1450 sq ft, costing abt 760psf.

The soft launch saw all ten duplex apt being totally sold. These are on the 4th to 7th levels only, and are abt 100sq ft.

The entire show area reminds me of some low end development : there are tiny scale models for the duplex and the 2 bed room units , not of the 3 rooms, because there is the 'live' 3 bed room show flat.

All units have 'bomb-shelters' still. And the kitchen for the 2 bed rooms has little ventilation

A site visit to Kim Tian Plaza, which will be razed to accomodate this, reveals a shocking truth. Though the 3 bed rooms are touted to have front and rear views , the rear view abuts almost directly upon Twin Regency! But i think the Twin Regency will have much to lose becos their precious city view will be almost occluded by Rgency Suites.

As for the front of Regency Suite, it faces the temporary market. Prior to this, i suspect it was a vacant piece of land................the conclusion leaves little to the imagination.

I dont believe there was the mad mad mad rush at their soft launch, much as the agent tried to insinuate.

Gosh...My condolences to the tenents of Twin regency. Well, at least Regency Suites looks quite nice.:D

i like the design best in Tiong Bahru area

Thanks for sharing with us. :)

Provision of bomb shelters in new residential developments is a Civil Defence Shelter Act (1997) requirement, effective from 1 May 98. Thus, no escape from that. For more info: http://www.scdf.gov.sg/html/info/inf02_shelter.html

There was only a show room for the 3 bed room units, about 1450 sq ft, costing abt 760psf.

The soft launch saw all ten duplex apt being totally sold. These are on the 4th to 7th levels only, and are abt 100sq ft.

The entire show area reminds me of some low end development : there are tiny scale models for the duplex and the 2 bed room units , not of the 3 rooms, because there is the 'live' 3 bed room show flat.

All units have 'bomb-shelters' still. And the kitchen for the 2 bed rooms has little ventilation

A site visit to Kim Tian Plaza, which will be razed to accomodate this, reveals a shocking truth. Though the 3 bed rooms are touted to have front and rear views , the rear view abuts almost directly upon Twin Regency! But i think the Twin Regency will have much to lose becos their precious city view will be almost occluded by Rgency Suites.

As for the front of Regency Suite, it faces the temporary market. Prior to this, i suspect it was a vacant piece of land................the conclusion leaves little to the imagination.

I dont believe there was the mad mad mad rush at their soft launch, much as the agent tried to insinuate.

Provision of bomb shelters in new residential developments is a Civil Defence Shelter Act (1997) requirement, effective from 1 May 98. Thus, no escape from that. For more info: http://www.scdf.gov.sg/html/info/inf02_shelter.html

strange..I remember the brochure for 2RVG doesnt have bomb shelter in its units.

Do all units face 1-side? It looks like a pretty flat building to me, like Strata & Moulmein Rise.

strange..I remember the brochure for 2RVG doesnt have bomb shelter in its units.


Or it's called something else to make it less unattractive? :)

mmm..dunno...

Another reason is the plans were approved before 1 May 98. Kerrisdale does not have bomb shelters because its plans were approved before that.

this development has 2 balconies in the hall!!

Some buildings don't have the bomb shelter in the flat because it is incorporated to the staircase or some other common part.

anybody took pictures of the model in the showflat?

I believe this building will be demolished to make way

Kim Tian Plaza:

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/5033/kimtian8lv.jpg

I believe this building will be demolished to make way

Kim Tian Plaza:

http://img529.imageshack.us/img529/5033/kimtian8lv.jpg

demolition has started

i think the demolition should be over soon....

Yup, only the two lower stories left.

Kim Tian Plaza is gone!

4 March 2006

Stage is now set for construction...

http://img63.imageshack.us/img63/9615/kimtian1nu.jpg

23 June 2006

http://img100.imageshack.us/img100/5356/rs23068hl.jpg

Hope the developer does something to the stagnant water at the site to prevent dengue.

Does anyone know any plans for the old temp market site? They have knocked it down and I rang the authorities but they said no plans. Does anyone know more than this - any rumors?

Also - what about the non-protected low rise HDB's? They have protected one part old these old Tiong Bahru HDB's - but for me the best looking old HDB's are the independent 3 floor blocks right next to the old market - these have not been protected so far.

Great height and impressive design!!! it looks so elegant and slender.

Does anyone know any plans for the old temp market site? They have knocked it down and I rang the authorities but they said no plans. Does anyone know more than this - any rumors?

Also - what about the non-protected low rise HDB's? They have protected one part old these old Tiong Bahru HDB's - but for me the best looking old HDB's are the independent 3 floor blocks right next to the old market - these have not been protected so far.

I hope the entire lowrise portion of the old HDB estate will be conserved, to create an overall atmosphere that is harder to achieve with isolated buildings dotted here and there...

for future plans on the site, might be good to check the Masterplan on URA's website to check the zoning....although simply having a park would be nice :D

zphiche, sooner or later that will go too. unless it falls under the conservation list, there is a chance of the site being redeveloped - just matter of time. since the plot ratio as well as the allowable building height around that area look attractive enough. Having said that there aren't many freehold site around that area eh? Would be real interesting to see how Lippo will pull off with their site.

16 Sep 06

construction of the foundation

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs1609.jpg

What's that site behind that old building?

^^

Twin Regency...its just next door

Thanks guys for the great pictures. Anyone has the most recent picture on site? And has anyone heard anything bad about the development eg is the construction going smoothly etc.

I heard some owners from Twin Regency are not happy and they are having problem trying to resale their units!!!!

The temporary market site is looking very nice with the grass now :) Wonder how long that will be kept before another developer develops it again!! :(

I think this project will affect the views of Twin regency

I think this project will affect the views of Twin regency

For sure. Can you imagine that stretch of poor shop houses in front of the sites. It's becoming a sore site and a waste, too small for redevelopment and uncomfortable for anyone to live in there for the next few years with the construction going on!!

For sure. Can you imagine that stretch of poor shop houses in front of the sites. It's becoming a sore site and a waste, too small for redevelopment and uncomfortable for anyone to live in there for the next few years with the construction going on!!

It could be replaced with more modern lowrise convenience shops, or a small green space, larger walkways, or everything at the same time ;-)

Those shophouses collectively can be redeveloped...but it would be nice if they could be conserved and repainted.....although in their current state they make quite interesting photo objects :D

It certainly will be great if those shop houses keep their external "art deco" facade but it certainly needs some doing up to refurbish it to its former grandure. Those walk-up SIT (predecessor of HDB) flats are already gazetted by the authorities to be conserved to preserve the old world charm of Tiong Bahru.

With the influx of new condo developments like mera-prime, twin regency, regency suites, the regency as well as the new HDB (SERS - selective en-bloc redevelopment scheme) flats, Tiong Bahru will soon be sprused up much like Toa Payoh town. The adjacent areas like beo crescent, bt ho swee, red hill are slowly being done up.

The Toa Payoh of yester-years was starting to show its age and was slowly rotting away and was becoming a "slump" for only old folks (cos the younger ones grew-up and move into their own homes outside of Toa Payoh). However, with upgrading, HDB Hub, surrounding new condos, things took a turn and we now have a Toa Payoh like what it is today .... much livelier with a fair mix of young and old and refurbished, totally rejuvenated.

just my 2-cents

It could be replaced with more modern lowrise convenience shops, or a small green space, larger walkways, or everything at the same time ;-)

Of course it can be done but more importantly at whose expense. Not likely to be a developer cuz there is no economies of scale here.

It certainly will be great if those shop houses keep their external "art deco" facade but it certainly needs some doing up to refurbish it to its former grandure. Those walk-up SIT (predecessor of HDB) flats are already gazetted by the authorities to be conserved to preserve the old world charm of Tiong Bahru.

With the influx of new condo developments like mera-prime, twin regency, regency suites, the regency as well as the new HDB (SERS - selective en-bloc redevelopment scheme) flats, Tiong Bahru will soon be sprused up much like Toa Payoh town. The adjacent areas like beo crescent, bt ho swee, red hill are slowly being done up.

The Toa Payoh of yester-years was starting to show its age and was slowly rotting away and was becoming a "slump" for only old folks (cos the younger ones grew-up and move into their own homes outside of Toa Payoh). However, with upgrading, HDB Hub, surrounding new condos, things took a turn and we now have a Toa Payoh like what it is today .... much livelier with a fair mix of young and old and refurbished, totally rejuvenated.

just my 2-cents

I am trying to follow your thoughts here. Are you saying Tiong Bahru is like Toa Payoh today? Or have I missed your point??

yes, i was merely comparing the 2 estates.

tiong bahru, like toa payoh, was an aging estate. if toa payoh wasn't rejuvenated (i.e. without HDB hub, no SERS, no hdb upgrading, new condo development nearby, etc.), the estate will slowly degrade and will probably be turned into what i call "slump".

other old neighbourhood or estates for comparison - holland, ghim moh. i'm sure you can see the difference when comparing. unless it's rejuvenated, it will slowly decay.

it doesn't only happen in s'pore, i'm sure its all over the world. the entire neighbourhood can and will degrade over time unless its rejuvenated, i guess rejuvenation is a continuous process. of course there will always be arguements over tearing down the old to build new, lost of heritage vs out with the old and in with the new, etc.

just my thoughts and 2 cents.

For sure the new developments are changing the 'feel' of Tiong Bahru.

The population density has increased and looks set to increase....Tiong Bahru Plaza these days feels more vibrant than before. Fortunately the unique SIT flats are being preserved...

I wonder if a widening of Kim Tian Road would be in order

For sure the new developments are changing the 'feel' of Tiong Bahru.

The population density has increased and looks set to increase....Tiong Bahru Plaza these days feels more vibrant than before. Fortunately the unique SIT flats are being preserved...

I wonder if a widening of Kim Tian Road would be in order

There is no space for road widening.... :nono:

12 November 2006

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs1211.jpg

Poor twin regency... going to be blocked!!

Poor twin regency... going to be blocked!!

reneewy

likewise regency suites will also be blocked by twin regency isn't it. of course it really depends on where that particular unit faces. both twin regency and regency suites will block central green and the low rise SIT flats and hdb flats .... the list can go on ....

of course you can argue that there are properties with totally unblocked view (some even with jaw dropping picture postcard views). i'm sure there are plenty .... the higher up you go the more expensive .... ocean view (like marina sail), etc. these will come with a premium definately.

like it or not, being in a densely populated city like s'pore, buildings, will be adjacent to one another. look at the commercial center of raffles place downtown - you have office towers side-by-side. likewise, look at the shopping belt of orchard road. buildings with retail shops and shopping malls side by side.

similarly, our heartland ... townships of toa payoh, bishan, bedok, tampines, etc. aren't the hdb blocks close to one another.

my take .... its part and parcel of city living .... in any metropolis city anywhere in the world. if you want open spaces, then its rather difficult in s'pore, maybe only available in the suburbs for now. then again ... things might also change in the future, you'll never know. s'pore being s'pore - land scarce and so very perious.

in larger countries .... like australia, usa, even m'sia. the subrubs will offer you large open spaces with view totally unblocked.

just my 2 cents ...

12 November 2006

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs1211.jpg

Great pic ! I'm curious to see how this one will shape up.

Hi!
I was wondering if anyone has some newer pics for Regency Suites?
Much appreciated!

2 February 2007

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs0302.jpg

Thanks RafflesCity!

Thanks RafflesCity!

Treadie*, you bought a unit here?

Wow, looks big!

5 May 2007

http://i16.tinypic.com/4otlnbn.jpg

Do you live the flats next door Rafflescity? Great pic!

nah...just dropping by for picture-taking :)

Questions:
1)Looks like a very tight site. Any visuals on the ground level? At least the building next door has room for in / outgress.
2)Anyone knows about the actual completion date?
3)Anyone knows if the green strip in front will be redeveloped?
4)What much psf to purchase a unit in this development. And would you recommend to buy or wait for Capitaland's project around the corner?

Thanks.

^^

I understand the strip of land in front belongs to HDB. However, HDB has already announced two massive public housing developments nearby, and both still havent started, so, I'm guessing that the strip may remain undeveloped for a while yet...

10 June 2007

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs1006.jpg

Central Green and Twin Regency City view will be blocked by Regency Suites.:soapbox:

Wow never seen the site in that angle. Great shot. Scary too! Look how congested all the buildings are next to each other!
Shame if the only green strip is going to go. Look how luscious it is now. ..


^^

I understand the strip of land in front belongs to HDB. However, HDB has already announced two massive public housing developments nearby, and both still havent started, so, I'm guessing that the strip may remain undeveloped for a while yet...

10 June 2007

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs1006.jpg

Another perspective :)

The lowrise area and green strip provide visual relief from the density:

http://i9.tinypic.com/5zmlzeu.jpg

I own on the 34th floor...some way to go. Thanks Rafflescity for the pictures!!
PSF....getting upto $1000. Both this and Twin are getting $900+ quite easily. When ready ... I am banking on Nov/Dec '08.
That land in front should be converted to a 'dog park'

I own on the 34th floor...some way to go. Thanks Rafflescity for the pictures!!
PSF....getting upto $1000. Both this and Twin are getting $900+ quite easily. When ready ... I am banking on Nov/Dec '08.
That land in front should be converted to a 'dog park'

You going to live there zpiche? We might be neighbours :cheers:
Yah I hope it is ready 3rd/4th qtr next year, would be nice.
I think the strip in front is a bit narrow for any highrise development? It has a longkang right through it too. With central green, twin regency, regency suites and the flats on the other side, would be nice to have that patch of green!

I own on the 34th floor...some way to go. Thanks Rafflescity for the pictures!!
PSF....getting upto $1000. Both this and Twin are getting $900+ quite easily. When ready ... I am banking on Nov/Dec '08.
That land in front should be converted to a 'dog park'

You going to live there zpiche? We might be neighbours :cheers:
Yah I hope it is ready 3rd/4th qtr next year, would be nice.
I think the strip in front is a bit narrow for any highrise development? It has a longkang right through it too. With central green, twin regency, regency suites and the flats on the other side, would be nice to have that patch of green!

Wow looks like we have a few neighbours :)
I bought an apartment there for my parents. Lets have a party when it is completed!!

Dog park? Do you know that for sure or are you just suggesting it??

just a suggestion. But one problem with this HDB land that is left vacant is that they are not great usuable parks...
there are spaces to sit around and walk around. But the idea of a Dog park comes as there a few places to take your pets. Pets make parks much more social too. with such hi density living - with many people owning dogs i think it would be a natural place for it (west coast dog park is good - but too far away.
I the end it is cheap to set up - just a fence and a few benches.
The older guys have a park for them and their birds - this would be a nice addtion.
RE is the site too narrow for a development. I don't think so. They could easily bridge the canal and the double site is easily big enough.

the other thing I'd like to push - is the preservation of the other low rise HDB's. Architecturally they are better than the ones already heritage listed. And it is the whole low rise area that give TB its character.

Anyone know an inside track to help lobby HDB on both issues?

the other thing I'd like to push - is the preservation of the other low rise HDB's. Architecturally they are better than the ones already heritage listed. And it is the whole low rise area that give TB its character.

Anyone know an inside track to help lobby HDB on both issues?

You can try suggesting these to URA since theyre the conservation authority, and HDB & URA are under the same Ministry.

It sounds like a good idea to suggest that HDB consider retaining the plot as open space in the interim, although I am doubtful if HDB can commit to its land being turned into a permanent 'park' function.

You can try suggesting these to URA since theyre the conservation authority, and HDB & URA are under the same Ministry.

It sounds like a good idea to suggest that HDB consider retaining the plot as open space in the interim, although I am doubtful if HDB can commit to its land being turned into a permanent 'park' function.



It is a chicken and egg situation. Taking the "green strip" as a centre point, the area is pretty much surrounded by tall HDB new and fairly new flats. Only a matter of time before they knock down the walk up apartment and turn them into standard 15-storey flats. Would they want to clog up the only green strip (mind you with a large drain in the middle) with another development? I think not.

Having said that if it was to turn into a park, the gigantic drain doesnt make it attractive. Not to mention hygiene issue. If you cover the drain, it cant be permanent. However I am sure there are specialist who can "beautify" the green strip to make it more pleasant. Question is, will HBD willing to finance that ?!

From a planning viewpoint, it would be too dense if the green strip was developed, together with the old walkup flats.

Can Kim Tian Road handle the huge increase in population planned?

Hence it would be a good idea to leave the green space as it is.

Maybe it is a good idea to get a park connector running through Kim Tian Rd :)

From a planning viewpoint, it would be too dense if the green strip was developed, together with the old walkup flats.

Can Kim Tian Road handle the huge increase in population planned?

Hence it would be a good idea to leave the green space as it is.

Maybe it is a good idea to get a park connector running through Kim Tian Rd :)

I agree it would be too dense, but maybe because I have a vested interest in the area! It's a fairly narrow strip but at least it is green for now.
Kim Tian Rd isn't exactly very wide though. And with the influx of residents from TwRg, RS and The Regency@TB and the other big HDB project thing, it will make traffic a lot worse. Maybe the road might be widened into the green strip in future?

I second the "leave the green strip" as it is.

I do have concern on the one-way lane. In years to come I am sure traffic into the area could be a nightmare. Plus if the park idea do eventuate, parking facility will be required. As it is the area around the market is quite congested.

Silly question but how to widen Kim Tian road? Isnt there a small drain between the road and the green strip?

Yes there is a medium sized drain that runs right in the middle, but there is still enough to expand at least another lane of traffic I think.

A recent caveat from URA website:

Price ($) : 1,776,250
Floor Area (Sqft) : 1,421
Unit Price ($psf) : 1,250
Date : Jul-07

How come it's still so low? Even Lavender prices and Bukit Timah prices have taken over! Currently, Citylights and SouthBank are S$1,300 psf while Jardin is selling for over S$2,000 psf!

cheers

excelsvr

Probably low floor

Latest entry from URA website today.

Price ($) - Land/Floor Area (Sqft) - Unit Price ($psf) - Date

1,280,000 - 980 - 1,307 - Jul-07

Ok I think that's a new high. YAY!

cheers

excelsvr

8 September 2007

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs0807.jpg

This project is also building relatively fast. The SoHo units look great! Is it under the deferred payment scheme?

cheers

excelsvr

http://img295.imageshack.us/img295/2521/img1898ab7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

nicki01 you live in Twin Regency?

cheers

excelsvr

Yes. Moved in 6 months ago but feel like it was yesterday....

I need to know: Does dust fly into your house because of the construction of Regency Suites?

cheers

excelsvr

No. The Regency Suites picture I posted is the most I can see from my unit. But I am not sure about the other units which if facing Regency Suite directly.

What about the pool? I can see that Regency Suites is directly in front of it:D

cheers

excelsvr

Interested to see when the building is completed. I understand it will be completed end of next year! Why does it take so long though :bash:

They supposed to TOP next year? OK, can understand, Regency Suites is a relatively small project, building is up to 18-storeys, which means half is completed already. Lift core up to 21st floor.

A caveat lodged in Oct, from URA website. Seems like a new high for this project.

REGENCY SUITES KIM TIAN ROAD Apartment $1,308,300 980sqft $1,336psf Oct-07

Aye! Yes, this is a new high! Has Twin Regency surpassed this?

Aye! Yes, this is a new high! Has Twin Regency surpassed this?

Yes, Twin Regency has surpassed this.

TWIN REGENCY KIM TIAN ROAD Condominium 1,400,000 980sqft $1,429psf Sep-07

Thanks wees8 :)

So what makes Twin Regency more superior than Regency Suites? One would think a development slightly away from the main road would be more attractive, no?

I think both are equal. Probably because RS is still under construction, price should be closing up when TOP is near. However do take note that RS does not have tennis court.

So what makes Twin Regency more superior than Regency Suites? One would think a development slightly away from the main road would be more attractive, no?

Twin Regency is freehold and has full condo facilities. Of course youhave a point there too :)

A new high.

From URA website:

$1,372,000 980 sqft $1,401 psf Dec-07

25 Jan 2008

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Wow wow wow!

It's almost as tall as Twin Regency now and it's looking very nice!

25 Jan 2008

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It's really nice to see you "come back" and posting pictures.
I think a lot of us miss having you around. :-)

Thanks ayanami. Was busy towards year-end but its hard to stay away too long with the surge in development projects coming underway this year :cheers1:

Great pics !!
Happy Lunar New Year !!

Looks like TOP soon??

A new high.

From URA website:

$1,372,000 980 sqft $1,401 psf Dec-07

Do you think RS will reach 1,500psf?

looks scary at night...
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2129/2167981127_659d73ee4c_b.jpg

The building looks near completion. But shouldnt there be more lights at night anyway? Is the builder trying to save on eletricity bill ??

The building looks near completion. But shouldnt there be more lights at night anyway? Is the builder trying to save on eletricity bill ??
night vision work in progress... :)

any newer updates about the piece of green land right in front of the regency condo? what plans for that section or conserved as greenery? :)

Unfortunately the land there is not zoned as a Park or Open Space.

The upcoming Masterplan 2008 should reveal what is planned for that strip of land :)

Unfortunately the land there is not zoned as a Park or Open Space.

The upcoming Masterplan 2008 should reveal what is planned for that strip of land :)

Pardon my ignorance but when can we expect the Masterplan? And when it does, can you attach the link here. Mucho thanks.

It will be revealed at an exhibition middle of this year, for the public to give feedback :)

http://www.ura.gov.sg/skyline/skyline07/skyline07-04/text/01.html

do you mean the public can disagree if they were to propose to built something v high there and block the view?

Any knows if regency suite has a function room & gym? basic but impt requirements for me, planning to get a unit there actually :)

It will be revealed at an exhibition middle of this year, for the public to give feedback :)

http://www.ura.gov.sg/skyline/skyline07/skyline07-04/text/01.html

thanks. think I got your hint. :)

Any knows if regency suite has a function room & gym? basic but impt requirements for me, planning to get a unit there actually :)

So I pressume you would have done your research on pricing for the building. Can I be lazy and ask what is the current sentiment for RS? How much are people asking for in psf?:banana:

Would you consider Merah Prime or the new one by Capitaland near Red Hill MRT? If no, why not.

only problem I am struggling with, has the front and back balcony eaten up all the space from the rooms? from the plan, the rms looks quite small. anyone has seen the showflat previously? Looking at a 3bdrm actually, but don't want to be disappointed moving from a 2bedrm now to a 3bedrm but with smaller rms :)

Anyone has pictures of the showflats for the 3bedroom previously? can post and share? I have seen the floorplans but not the showflat itself / pictures :)

Thanks!

26 April 2008

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs2604.jpg

26 April 2008

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs2604.jpg

nice pix. Twin regency looks like "staring at" regency suites :P

Great picture. Wonder what will happen to the front shop houses in front of Twin Regency. Too small for redevelopment and such a sore sight !!!

Now that Tiong Baru prices have gone above 1,000psf, would you still choose Tiong Baru area or you would find something in D10? I have heard comment like its the wannabe but not rich enough who wants to upgrade who will buy in Tiong Baru. Some people still consider that as lower class area. Personally i dont agee but interested to hear your opinion.

Now that Tiong Baru prices have gone above 1,000psf, would you still choose Tiong Baru area or you would find something in D10? I have heard comment like its the wannabe but not rich enough who wants to upgrade who will buy in Tiong Baru. Some people still consider that as lower class area. Personally i dont agee but interested to hear your opinion.

Its a good area, only 5 mins drive to town or even raffles place or very short mrt ride to town. Worth considering. But of course the "landscape" of the communities renting / staying here is quite different from those in D10.

Only problem is what is going to be built at the green plots in the photos above.... =)

Its a good area, only 5 mins drive to town or even raffles place or very short mrt ride to town. Worth considering. But of course the "landscape" of the communities renting / staying here is quite different from those in D10.

Only problem is what is going to be built at the green plots in the photos above.... =)

Yes it would be a shame to see that go. Will be interesting to see what will the latest Masterplan show. The location is actually perfect for a bugis type development - low rise retail.

TB will never be D10 - it has just too many HDB's.... BUT TB is amazing.. I have the advantage of not coming from Singapore... so I see it for waht it is. Singaporeans have too much baggage about it's reputation.
Those old heritage HDB are wonderful... and any other city they woudl be crawling with the new rich younger funcksters that will really give TB it's next life.
For my mind Novena is a slightly more expensive area - but TB is a much much cooler place to live..

Now that Tiong Baru prices have gone above 1,000psf, would you still choose Tiong Baru area or you would find something in D10? I have heard comment like its the wannabe but not rich enough who wants to upgrade who will buy in Tiong Baru. Some people still consider that as lower class area. Personally i dont agee but interested to hear your opinion.
Prices have hit $1500psf....
Not sure latest transaction but this is what they were getting at the end of 07.

Great picture. Wonder what will happen to the front shop houses in front of Twin Regency. Too small for redevelopment and such a sore sight !!!
Singapore is crazy . a lick of paint - some new windows and better tennants - and this building could be a better, closer to the city lifestyle and food center.. (more funky, edgy stuff)

Anyone has pictures of the showflats for the 3bedroom previously? can post and share? I have seen the floorplans but not the showflat itself / pictures :)

Thanks!
I bought a 3bdr... and probably went to the show flat 20 times... I tride to find my picture but cannot find them.. :( sorry.
But they opened the 3rd bed onto the lounge - much better - otherwise it is a little small.
The balconies do use a lot of space- but if you liek being outside and enjoying the Singapore weather (the best in the world) you'd like the space there (although I have been in Twin Regency quite a few times and it is always windy - especially near the space between the buildings/gym area)

Prices have hit $1500psf....
Not sure latest transaction but this is what they were getting at the end of 07.

Really? I havent come across any. Can you please post the transaction at 1,500psf here ??

With the new Masterplan 2008 out, anyone knows what will happen with the green strip in front of the building?

With the new Masterplan 2008 out, anyone knows what will happen with the green strip in front of the building?

I saw the new masterplan 2008. Strip in front cater for residential with plot ratio 2.8. Meaning, a hdb / condo residential site at max 36 storey can be built right in front there unfortunately. Good thing haven't purchased a unit there yet if planning to buy a high flr unit at 1xxxpsf.

I saw the new masterplan 2008. Strip in front cater for residential with plot ratio 2.8. Meaning, a hdb / condo residential site at max 36 storey can be built right in front there unfortunately. Good thing haven't purchased a unit there yet if planning to buy a high flr unit at 1xxxpsf.\

I think it was already PR 2.8 pre masterplan 2008. So it hasnt changed.
I think that land belongs to HDB.

Interesting to see the chances of that being developed especially that area is already over crowded with HDB flats. In addition to the big drain right in the middle.....

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I think it was already PR 2.8 pre masterplan 2008. So it hasnt changed.
I think that land belongs to HDB.

Interesting to see the chances of that being developed especially that area is already over crowded with HDB flats. In addition to the big drain right in the middle.....

Oh..I see...u never know..developers do work wonders with small space, just take for e.g. the small green land space beside Plaza SGP previously, another condo built right infront of another really close by...not much privacy.. :) Yeah, think TB is still at its core a HDB area, unlike river valley and such...

Really? I havent come across any. Can you please post the transaction at 1,500psf here ??

(just track the highest psf ever captured)

District Project Name Location Unit # Type Flr SqFt Flr $PSF Cont Date Transacted Tenure
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 16-03 APT 1,421 $1,290 28/03/2008 $1,833,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 31-02 APT 980 $1,401 28/12/2007 $1,372,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 35-01 APT 4,532 $858 07/11/2007 $3,890,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 20-03 APT 1,421 $1,200 31/10/2007 $1,705,200 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 10-02 APT 980 $1,336 12/10/2007 $1,308,300 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 31-02 APT 980 $864 13/09/2007 $846,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 33-02 APT 980 $1,276 08/08/2007 $1,250,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 31-02 APT 980 $1,307 19/07/2007 $1,280,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 25-03 APT 1,421 $1,250 16/07/2007 $1,776,250 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 17-03 APT 1,421 $1,182 04/07/2007 $1,680,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 30-03 APT 1,421 $1,218 27/06/2007 $1,730,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 21-03 APT 1,421 $1,021 19/06/2007 $1,450,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 30-01 APT 1,421 $1,091 08/06/2007 $1,550,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 31-02 APT 980 $1,103 25/05/2007 $1,080,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 17-01 APT 1,421 $943 21/05/2007 $1,340,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 11-02 APT 980 $949 16/05/2007 $930,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 23-01 APT 1,421 $1,056 15/05/2007 $1,500,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 31-01 APT 1,421 $999 07/05/2007 $1,420,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 12-01 APT 1,421 $935 30/04/2007 $1,329,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 23-02 APT 980 $980 05/04/2007 $960,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 33-03 APT 1,421 $766 21/02/2007 $1,088,000 FH
D03 REGENCY SUITES 36 KIM TIAN RD 25-01 APT 1,421 $950 15/02/2007 $1,350,000 FH

almost
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3129/2585587747_ce797f9723_b.jpg

Woohoo! Great pic. I wonder when actual TOP will be. Twin Regency across the road was almost a year early.

any news on when this development going to TOP? :) Looking to view the place :)

any TOP updates on this development?

I think end of the year, Dec maybe. They are currently doing the external paving and landscaping. I think almost all the outside gondolas have been removed, so exterior of the building is pretty much complete.

5 October 2008

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs0510.jpg

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j67/RCSSC/rs0510b.jpg

Awesome. Can anyone tell me what is the latest transaction for this project ($psf). Has the credit crisis dampened property sales in Singapore?

Awesome. Can anyone tell me what is the latest transaction for this project ($psf). Has the credit crisis dampened property sales in Singapore?
believe so. Think sellers are more realistic these days all around. =) Asking price hovering around 1100psf now. Transaction price could be lower. Waiting for TOP. Want to view before committing purchase as afraid room too small with space taken up by huge balconies.

Trust me the apartments are of good configuration .. well the 2 beds are anyway. I have seen the layout plan. Can't wait for the TOP as well. From the picture, it looks like TOP will be before December ??

Is it true the strip of land in front is designated for future residential purposes? If so may block the development in future.

quite difficult for apartments to be fully unblocked these days ;)

anyone able to post SOHO pictures? Think they are beautiful !

I passed by today. No tennis court for this condo right?

I passed by today. No tennis court for this condo right?

No chance given the tightness of the site. I think Twin Regency has a tennis court. I wonder if the residences in Regency Suites can utilise the facilities in Twin Regency :banana:

Is it true the strip of land in front is designated for future residential purposes? If so may block the development in future.

It has always been designated as "residential". It will depend if HDB wants to develop the land or if they will do a tender. Interesting to find out what HDB will do with it .....

The frontage looks odd. Like that of a shophouse abutting the road.

I think end of the year, Dec maybe. They are currently doing the external paving and landscaping. I think almost all the outside gondolas have been removed, so exterior of the building is pretty much complete.

any idea which stack (01 or 03) for the 3 bedrms has a better view overall (front sides etc?) =)

any idea which stack (01 or 03) for the 3 bedrms has a better view overall (front sides etc?) =)

03 looks better however it doesnt really make a difference when you are on higher floors. even on 01, from the photos above you can tell there is a good air space between the RS and twin regency. see attach for the floor plan for the 3 -bed
http://www.singaporeexpats.com/singapore-property-pictures/floorplan/regency-suites/floorplan-Type-B.jpg

Does anyone know what happen to the mortgage? I heard in some countries banks are pulling back existing or approved loans. :ohno::ohno:

What about UOB on Regency Suites?

No idea! But both will get Shenton Way/Marina View. I was in the flyer a few weeks ago and I could see the building.
I think Stack 1 can see Orchard Road maybe, and Stack 3 can see Mt Faber. I guess it depends on what you prefer.
I bought without seeing the show flat. Anyone seen it? Any comments?

As for loans, I think if your credit rating is okay, should be no problem?

No idea! But both will get Shenton Way/Marina View. I was in the flyer a few weeks ago and I could see the building.
I think Stack 1 can see Orchard Road maybe, and Stack 3 can see Mt Faber. I guess it depends on what you prefer.
I bought without seeing the show flat. Anyone seen it? Any comments?

I saw the show flat and I didnt really think highly of it. At that time there were so many nicer showflats so I could be bias. I guess I wasnt that impressed with the interior deco but then again that was just a mock up. The location is brilliant and that's all it matters!

Yeah I figure deco can be changed, it's more the layout I'm concerned about. At the time I bought it, I was quite desperate to get into the market before it started to go crazy. I still think I got in at a good time.

Yeah I figure deco can be changed, it's more the layout I'm concerned about. At the time I bought it, I was quite desperate to get into the market before it started to go crazy. I still think I got in at a good time.

you bought direct from developer? should be a good price then. =) How's the live in space for the 3 bedders? Am just worried that the huge balconies takes up too much live in space. =) Are then rooms generally good size? Think need to view before committing since its gonna TOP in Dec08?

cheers

No I bought in sub sale, but before the market started going crazy at the beginning of last year. But still got it at a good price. I didn't get a chance to see the show flat. I hope TOP soon. I think bedrooms look quite small from the floor plan. Bay windows are such a waste of space.

The bay window and big balcony are there just to bump up for extra space. For some of you bay window & balcony are useless but without it, your apartment will look even smaller!

No I bought in sub sale, but before the market started going crazy at the beginning of last year. But still got it at a good price. I didn't get a chance to see the show flat. I hope TOP soon. I think bedrooms look quite small from the floor plan. Bay windows are such a waste of space.

Do you mind letting us know how much you got it for in $psf?
I heard the price now has gone down to $1,100psf ...

I got it lower than that! I think the previous owner must be kicking himself....

Is there a function room for this development? Need that to celebrate child's birthday etc =)

I got it lower than that! I think the previous owner must be kicking himself....

Cool. Did you get it below 1M?

Hi,

Does anyone still have a soft copy of the floor plans for the 2 and 3 bedders ? Thanks.

Regards.

TOP'd, I got my keys on Monday. Been doing the mad scramble to get everything lined up.

Anyone got nice pictures of the 3 bedrm unit to share? :P

have seen it. huge balcony but small rooms and micro small function hall =)

Project Name-REGENCY SUITES (Former KIM TIAN PLAZA)
Developer-Regency One Development Pte Ltd(UOL Group Limited / Low Keng Huat (Singapore) Limi)
Property Type-Apartment
Tenure - Freehold
Total Units - 84
Completion Date - Est 3 Nov 2009
District - 3

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03 looks better however it doesnt really make a difference when you are on higher floors. even on 01, from the photos above you can tell there is a good air space between the RS and twin regency. see attach for the floor plan for the 3 -bed
http://www.singaporeexpats.com/singapore-property-pictures/floorplan/regency-suites/floorplan-Type-B.jpg

03 stares at the under construction regency @ TB :ohno:

Great layout

It's now down to $845 psf (from URA website). Leh Long! Leh Long!

It's now down to $845 psf (from URA website). Leh Long! Leh Long!

hmm... Price: 1,200,000/ 1,421 -> 845psf Dec-08, how low can u go? :bash:

Probably a low floor unit.



Notice this area has numerous tall HDBs either already built or upcoming and close to one another, soon it will resemble HK.

Probably a low floor unit.



Notice this area has numerous tall HDBs either already built or upcoming and close to one another, soon it will resemble HK.

Nope, almost 20th flr @ 845psf good price... :P

Address Tenure PSF Area Sqft Price Contract Date
36 Kim Tian Road #21-02 Freehold $813 980 $796k 13-Feb-09
36 Kim Tian Road #13-01 Freehold $900 1421 $1278k 5-Feb-09
36 Kim Tian Road #11-03 Freehold $880 1421 $1250k 6-Jan-09
36 Kim Tian Road #21-01 Freehold $915 1421 $1300k 24-Dec-08
36 Kim Tian Road #07-02 Freehold $934 980 $915k 22-Dec-08
36 Kim Tian Road #19-03 Freehold $845 1421 $1200k 15-Dec-08
36 Kim Tian Road #33-03 Freehold $920 1421 $1307k 9-Dec-08
36 Kim Tian Road #26-01 Freehold $1,056 1421 $1500k 2-Oct-08
36 Kim Tian Road #30-01 Freehold $1,056 1421 $1500k 2-Sep-08
36 Kim Tian Road #18-03 Freehold $1,096 1421 $1557k 27-Jul-08
36 Kim Tian Road #33-01 Freehold $1,126 1421 $1600k 18-Jun-08
36 Kim Tian Road #22-03 Freehold $1,098 1421 $1560k 13-Jun-08
36 Kim Tian Road #16-03 Freehold $1,290 1421 $1833k 28-Mar-08