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Analysis · Updated Aug 2026
01 · The essentials
About Artisan 8
Developer
Apex Asia (2) Pte Ltd
Tenure
Q1
Total Units
34 residential + 8 commercial
District
2–5
Expected TOP
Q1 2027
Address
8 Sin Ming Road, D20 (Bishan)
Status
Now Selling
02 · Units & Pricing
Indicative pricing
| Unit Type | Size (sqft) | Indicative Price | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 495-506 | $1,275,000 | ● 4 left |
| 2 Bedroom | 732-786 | $1,860,000 | ● 2 left |
| 3 Bedroom | 1023-1023 | $2,490,000 | ● 1 left |
| 4 Bedroom | 1313-1755 | $3,156,000 | ● 2 left |
| 4 Bedroom + 1 Study | 1711-1808 | $4,032,000 | ● 2 left |
| 4 Bedroom + 2 Study | 2174-2174 | $5,019,000 | ● 1 left |
| 5 Bedroom | 1884-1884 | $4,458,000 | ● 1 left |
| Restaurant | 700-1012 | $2,734,000 | ● 2 left |
| Supermarket | 1195-1195 | $4,314,000 | ● 1 left |
03 · Floor Plans
Explore the layouts
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04 · Location
MRT, shopping & more
MRT & Transport
Shopping & Lifestyle
& Lifestyle & Dining On-site shops + supermarket; Sin Ming / Bishan / J8 (Junction 8) amenities nearby. Schools
Schools
across Bishan / Sin Ming. Healthcare & Dining Nearby clinics / Thomson & Bishan health facilities.
Healthcare & Dining
& Dining Nearby clinics / Thomson & Bishan health facilities.
05 · Analysis
Emmeline’s assessment
Strongest Feature
A genuinely rare freehold in this part of town — an A&A of the former Sin Ming Centre into a petite 4-storey mixed development with just 34 homes above 8 shop units. For buyers who want a landed-style, low-rise, boutique feel on a permanent tenure, there’s very little like it in Sin Ming.
Main Consideration
Be honest about the transport — it’s not MRT-doorstep. Bright Hill MRT (TE7/Cross Island) is the nearest but it’s a proper walk, not a stroll; Upper Thomson MRT is also a stretch. Also, with only 34 units, it’s a small community (approx. a handful left of each type as at August 2026) — amenities and facilities are intimate rather than resort-scale.
Who This Suits
Buyers who value a freehold asset, low-rise exclusivity and the calm of the Sin Ming greens, and who don’t need rapid-rail access right at the door.
Who Should Skip
Anyone who needs a quick MRT walk, or who wants a full condo clubhouse, gym-and-lap-pool lifestyle with a big community behind it.
Own-Stay Outlook
Lovely for genuine home-lovers — a peaceful, green setting and a permanent freehold roof over your head. Just make sure the MRT walk and the small vibe work for your daily life.
Investment Angle
Freehold boutique stock in D20 is scarce, which gives an enduring-story appeal, but the thin unit count and the mixed-use (commercial shops below) mean liquidity and rental pool are limited — this is more a hold-and-enjoy proposition than a flip.
06 · Questions
FAQs
Is Artisan 8 freehold?
Yes, it’s confirmed freehold — a rare permanent-tenure boutique in Sin Ming.
Who’s the developer?
Apex Asia (2) Pte Ltd.
How many units?
Just 34 residential units plus 8 commercial shops below.
When is TOP?
Expected June 2027.
What district is it in?
D20 (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio / Thomson).
What’s the pricing and availability?
From about $1.275m for a 1-Bedder; a few units left across layouts as at August 2026.
How far is the MRT?
Bright Hill MRT is the nearest but it’s a proper walk; Upper Thomson MRT is also nearby though not a short stroll.
What’s nearby?
The Peace Centre-era Sin Ming dining/food scene, Bishan amenities and schools in the vicinity.
Want to register interest?
Message me and I’ll get you the e-brochure, pricing and showflat slots directly from Apex Asia. *(note: MRT walking time to flag with Em if she has updated data)* —
Reviewed by Emmeline Koh
Emmeline is a Singapore property agent advising homeowners, HDB upgraders and private-property buyers. Her new-launch analyses focus on affordability, buyer suitability, exit competition and comparisons with resale alternatives.
CEA Reg R045542G · PropNex Realty · Last updated: August 2026 · Sources: developer materials / PropNex project site, URA, OneMap.