Some homes are renovated to look brand new. This one chose to keep its soul.
Located within the charming low-rise enclave of Tiong Bahru, this bright and spacious apartment is not about polished perfection or generic showroom styling. It is a home with texture, history, and personality — something increasingly rare in Singapore today.
The current furnishing belongs to the tenant and is meant only to show the possibilities of the space. Strip everything back, and what remains is an airy blank canvas filled with natural light, cross ventilation, and the unmistakable charm of old Tiong Bahru.
Large windows frame the surrounding Art Deco skyline and greenery, while the spacious living area creates an almost loft-like atmosphere rarely found in modern apartments.
But the true conversation piece lies beneath your feet.
Years ago, the owner removed the original rubber floor tiles. Over time, the aged adhesive oxidised naturally into its current charcoal-black tone. Instead of covering it up, the owner decided to preserve it! Embracing the accidental beauty created by time.
Right in the middle of the home, a soft golden glow remains where a renovation sand once sat for a couple of weeks and got absorbed into the floorboard. And somewhere within the apartment, if you look carefully enough, you may even spot the faint imprint of a boot print permanently etched into the floor.
Quirky. Imperfect. Completely one of a kind.
In an age where every renovation starts to look the same, this home quietly refuses to.
Conveniently located near Tiong Bahru MRT and Havelock MRT, with cafés, bakeries, Tiong Bahru Market, and beloved neighbourhood streets such as Eng Hoon Street, Yong Siak Street, Guan Chuan Street, Eng Watt Street, Moh Guan Terrace, Kim Pong Road, Kim Cheng Street, Seng Poh Road, Tiong Poh Road, and Tiong Bahru Road all nearby.
Bright, spacious, and avaialble from Mid June 2026.
All reasonable offers will be considered.
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