Project Guide · District 8 · Little India / Serangoon / Lavender
ARC 380: Honest Buying Guide
ARC 380 by Tong Eng Brothers — freehold mixed-use commercial, Jalan Besar/Lavender D8. Strata office units from S$13.15M. Completed 2018. Direct contact via Emmeline Koh. Looking at ARC 380? Here’s the honest picture for on the resale market.
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At a glance
Key facts and same-district comparables. Verify current availability before relying on status.
Resale
ARC 380 by Tong Eng Brothers — freehold mixed-use commercial, Jalan Besar/Lavender D8. Strata office units from S$13.15M. Completed 2018. Direct contact via Emmeline Koh.
The Arcady at Boon KengSelling
The Arcady at Boon Keng by KSH Ultra Unity – FREEHOLD, 172 units, single 24-storey block on Serangoon Road D8. 2BR from S$1.945M. TOP Dec 2028. Direct developer pricing via Emmeline Koh.
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Why buyers choose this area
ARC 380 sits in District 8 · Little India / Serangoon / Lavender. Buyers here are usually choosing for a mix of this part of Singapore-side accessibility, scarce freehold tenure, and the character of the immediate neighbourhood. Tong Eng Brothers as the developer determines build quality and after-sales, so it is worth weighing that track record alongside the price.
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Schools & transport
Proximity to good schools is one of the strongest price drivers in Little India / Serangoon. Check the actual 1km catchment for the primary school you have in mind — “within the district” is not the same as “within 1km” — and factor transport access to the nearest MRT and major roads into your choice of unit.
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What I’d do
What I would do: work out your holding period first. If you are buying for the long term and value land tenure, the freehold here is defensible. If you are an investor chasing yield or a quick flip, compare hard against other freehold options in the same district. Don’t let the launch momentum or a single good-taste showflat do the deciding for you.
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Frequently asked questions
Is ARC 380 a good investment?
It depends on your horizon and how you price the freehold tenure. Little India / Serangoon has genuine scarcity value you hold; it rewards patient buyers more than quick-flippers.
Is freehold here worth the premium?
In this area freehold is scarce, so the premium is more defensible than elsewhere — but it must be justified against a strong-lease 99-year alternative. Decide on your holding period.
New launch or resale near ARC 380?
Compare like-for-like on per-square-foot price, remaining lease, and how much renovation you want. A resale unit can offer better space-per-dollar, but a new launch here may carry a fresher lease and lower immediate maintenance.
Can I use CPF or bank financing here?
Yes — CPF OA and bank loans both apply to private condos in Singapore, subject to the usual ABSD, LTV and lease-remainder rules. Confirm your financing approval before you commit so the tenure works for you.