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Kampong Glam & Bugis · District 7Kampong Glam & Bugis shophouses for sale & rent

Shophouses around Haji Lane, Arab Street and Bugis — one of Singapore's liveliest heritage quarters.

About Kampong Glam & Bugis shophouses

Kampong Glam is the historic Malay and Arab quarter around the Sultan Mosque, and was among the first areas conserved by URA in 1989. Arab Street, Haji Lane and Bussorah Street are packed with cafés, restaurants and independent shops.

Around Bugis, shophouses sit between the malls, schools and hotels of the Bras Basah–Bugis district, with strong footfall day and night. Licences for bars, restaurants and nightlife make some units here especially valuable.

Area type
Historic District
District
District 7
Tenure
A mix of freehold, 999-year and 99-year leasehold.
Nearest MRT
Bugis, Rochor, Bencoolen
Key streets
Arab Street, Haji Lane, Bussorah Street, Baghdad Street, North Bridge Road, Victoria Street

Buying a shophouse in Kampong Glam & Bugis: common questions

Can foreigners buy a shophouse in Kampong Glam & Bugis?

Yes, if the shophouse is approved for full commercial use. Shophouses with a residential component are restricted property, and foreign buyers generally need government approval. We check the approved use of every property before you commit.

Is ABSD payable on Kampong Glam & Bugis shophouses?

No. Full commercial shophouses carry no Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) and no Seller's Stamp Duty. Buyer's Stamp Duty still applies, and GST may be payable if the seller is GST-registered. If part of the building is residential, ABSD may apply to that part.

What can a Kampong Glam & Bugis shophouse be used for?

Cafés, restaurants, bars, nightlife, retail and offices. Licences such as nightclub or pub licences add value, and we check them for every property.

General information only — see our disclaimer. For advice on a specific property, call +65 6988 0707 or read our shophouse guides.