The block
- Completed
- 1975
- Lease
- From 1976, ends 2075. About 48 years left
- Storeys
- 14
- Flats
- 186: 180 3-room, 6 5-room
- Postal code
- Singapore 260008
- Nearest MRT
- Farrer Road MRT, about 4 min walk (270 m)
- Town
- Bukit Timah
- In the block
- shops
Resale prices at Blk 8 Empress Road
| Flat type | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | Bukit Timah median |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-room | S$448,168 | S$482,500 | S$459,444 | S$477,500 | S$480,000 |
| 5-room | - | S$1,008,000 | - | - | S$1,107,500 |
Median price by year of registration.
What is my flat at Blk 8 Empress Road worth?
Pick your flat type and floor for an instant range based on this block's own resales.
A guide only. Condition, facing, corner units and renovation can move the price 5 to 10% either way.
Latest sales
| Month | Type | Storey | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 | 3-room Improved | 04 to 06 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$548,888 S$785 psf |
| Aug 2026 | 3-room Improved | 13 to 15 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$455,000 S$650 psf |
| Jun 2026 | 3-room Improved | 10 to 12 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$500,000 S$715 psf |
| Jan 2026 | 3-room Improved | 07 to 09 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$445,000 S$636 psf |
| Nov 2025 | 3-room Improved | 07 to 09 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$523,000 S$748 psf |
| Aug 2025 | 3-room Improved | 10 to 12 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$460,000 S$657 psf |
| Jul 2025 | 3-room Improved | 10 to 12 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$438,000 S$626 psf |
| Feb 2025 | 3-room Improved | 10 to 12 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$458,888 S$656 psf |
| Nov 2024 | 3-room Improved | 10 to 12 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$480,000 S$686 psf |
| Oct 2024 | 3-room Improved | 04 to 06 | 76 sqm 818 sqft | S$510,000 S$623 psf |
| Jul 2024 | 3-room Improved | 01 to 03 | 76 sqm 818 sqft | S$485,000 S$593 psf |
| May 2024 | 3-room Improved | 07 to 09 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$445,000 S$636 psf |
| Feb 2024 | 5-room Adjoined Flat | 04 to 06 | 130 sqm 1,399 sqft | S$1,008,000 S$720 psf |
| Oct 2023 | 3-room Improved | 13 to 15 | 65 sqm 700 sqft | S$448,168 S$641 psf |
Rent at Blk 8 Empress Road
At these figures a 3-room flat here earns a gross yield of about 7.4% before property tax and other costs.
Whole-flat rentals approved by HDB since Oct 2024. Rooms let out separately aren't included.
Flat layouts at Blk 8 Empress Road
HDB records the flat model of every resale. These are the layouts sold here, with the typical size.
| Flat type | Model | Typical size | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-room | Improved | 65 sqm (700 sqft) | 13 |
| 5-room | Adjoined Flat | 130 sqm (1,399 sqft) | 1 |
Model names come from HDB. "Improved", "New Generation" and "Model A" flats of the same type can differ by 10 sqm or more, so compare sizes, not just room counts.
Living at Blk 8 Empress Road
MRT
- Farrer Road MRT270 m, about 4 min walk
- Tan Kah Kee MRT1.0 km, about 17 min walk
Hawker centres
- Empress Road Market and Food Centre40 m, 40 food stalls
- Commonwealth Crescent Market1.2 km, 39 food stalls
- Holland Village Market and Food Centre1.3 km, 21 food stalls
Car park
| Car park | Type | Free parking | Night parking | Gantry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FR3M 110 m away | Multi-storey 12 decks | No free parking | Yes | 2.15 m |
From HDB's car park list. The nearest HDB car parks to the block.
1-minute quizzes for owners at Blk 8 Empress Road
What is your flat at Blk 8 Empress Road worth?
Send us your floor and flat type. We'll reply with a valuation range based on the latest sales here and at nearby blocks, and what a sale would leave you after your loan and CPF refund.
Common questions
How much is a 3-room flat at Blk 8 Empress Road?
3-room flats at Blk 8 Empress Road sold for a median S$500,000 in the last 12 months, or about S$715 per square foot. The range was S$445,000 to S$548,888. Floor level, condition and the remaining lease explain most of the gap.
How many years are left on the lease at Blk 8 Empress Road?
The lease started in 1976 and runs for 99 years to 2075, so about 48 years are left. Banks and CPF limit how much a buyer can borrow and use once fewer than 60 years remain, which affects who can buy.
How much rent can I get at Blk 8 Empress Road?
HDB approved 15 3-room rentals here in the last 12 months, at a median S$3,100 a month (S$1,200 to S$3,350). See more in the HDB rental rates checker.
What is the postal code of Blk 8 Empress Road?
The postal code of Blk 8 Empress Road is Singapore 260008.
What is the nearest MRT station to Blk 8 Empress Road?
Farrer Road MRT station is about 270 m away, roughly 4 minutes on foot. Tan Kah Kee MRT is the next closest, about 1.0 km away.
Where do residents of Blk 8 Empress Road park?
Multi-storey car park FR3M, about 110 m away: No free parking, night parking available, gantry height 2.15 m.
What is my flat at Blk 8 Empress Road worth?
Recent sales at the block are the best guide, adjusted for your floor, facing and condition. Send us your unit and we'll reply with a valuation range on WhatsApp.
Blocks nearby
- Blk 1 Queen'S Road200 m · 5-room S$990,000
- Blk 5 Farrer Road220 m · 5-room S$1,030,000
- Blk 2 Queen'S Road270 m · 4-room S$680,000
- Blk 6 Farrer Road330 m · 4-room S$620,000
- Blk 3 Queen'S Road390 m · 4-room S$603,800
- Blk 4 Queen'S Road450 m · 3-room S$477,500
- Blk 101 Commonwealth Crescent1.0 km · 3-room S$336,500
- Blk 100 Commonwealth Crescent1.1 km · 3-room S$408,000
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Source: HDB resale flat prices, renting out of flats and HDB property information, from data.gov.sg. Resales from Oct 2023 to Oct 2026. Prices are what buyers paid; your flat's value depends on its floor, facing, condition and lease.