Overview & Key Facts
FORTE SUITES is a freehold condominium at MERGUI ROAD in District 8 (RCR), developed by FORTE DEVELOPMENT PTE. LTD, comprising 106 units, completed in 2018.
Location & Connectivity
FORTE SUITES is approximately 650m from Farrer Park MRT station, with 7 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 650m |
| Novena | North-South Line | 950m |
| Boon Keng | North-East Line | 1.1 km |
| Bendemeer | Downtown Line | 1.3 km |
| Little India | North-East Line | 1.3 km |
| Little India | Downtown Line | 1.3 km |
Schools & Education
19 schools within 2 km (3 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 350m |
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 690m |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 990m |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| LASALLE College of the Arts | Tertiary | 1.3 km |
| Bendemeer Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Bendemeer Secondary School | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Hong Wen School | Primary | 1.5 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 | $1,753 psf | $801,000 |
| 1 BR | 17 | $1,865 psf | $1,172,824 |
| 3 BR | 1 | $1,335 psf | $1,380,000 |
Market Position
FORTE SUITES has recorded 20 sales at an average price of $1,146,000.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at FORTE SUITES typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $2,752/mo | $1,172,824 | 2.82% |
| 3 BR | $3,613/mo | $1,380,000 | 3.14% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3 | $1,774 psf | — |
| 2023 | 5 | $1,865 psf | ↑ 5.2% |
| 2024 | 6 | $1,784 psf | ↓ 4.4% |
| 2025 | 4 | $1,846 psf | ↑ 3.5% |
| 2026 | 2 | $1,909 psf | ↑ 3.4% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — FORTE SUITES prices have climbed 7.6% since 2022.
Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PICCADILLY GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2021 | $2,171 psf | 431 |
| CITYLIGHTS | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2004 | $1,773 psf | 137 |
| CITY SQUARE RESIDENCES | Freehold | $1,897 psf | 116 |
| STURDEE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,999 psf | 107 |
| KERRISDALE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1998 | $1,400 psf | 92 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 4 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, car-owning households, yield-focused investors and long-term hold (10+ yr). MRT proximity is the standout commute feature for daily transit users.
Verdict
FORTE SUITES is a freehold development in District 8 (RCR), with 106 units, offering a gross yield of 3.5%.
At ~$1,867 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full FORTE SUITES dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing FORTE SUITES against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (140m away), an upgrader gap of about $250,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (950m away), an upgrader gap of about $50,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.4 km away), an upgrader gap of about $200,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- FORTE SUITES Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 8 (Little India) — District 8 neighbourhood guide
Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Sales data: 20 transactions
- Rental data: 280 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jan 2026 · 20 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats