CT Gold @ MacPherson Freehold B1 Industrial Development at 5 Lorong Bakar Batu
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CT Gold @ MacPherson is a rare freehold B1 industrial development in the city-fringe MacPherson area, comprising 63 production units and 3 large industrial canteens. Register to receive the latest price list, floor plans and availability.
CT Gold @ MacPherson is a freehold B1 industrial development located at 5 Lorong Bakar Batu, Singapore 348742, within the established MacPherson industrial precinct in District 13.
Positioned near Potong Pasir MRT, PIE, CTE, KPE and Paya Lebar Central, the project offers strong connectivity for business owners, operators and investors seeking a rare city-fringe freehold industrial asset.
Designed with functional B1 industrial spaces, ramp-up access, high floor-to-floor heights, attached toilets for every unit and large approved canteens, CT Gold is positioned for businesses that value accessibility, permanence and operational efficiency.
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CT Gold @ MacPherson – Quick Facts
Project Name: CT Gold @ MacPherson
Developer: CT Macpherson Pte. Ltd. (Co. Reg. No.: 202521531C)
Address: 5 Lorong Bakar Batu, Singapore 348742
District: District 13 – MacPherson / Potong Pasir
Tenure: Estate in Fee Simple / Freehold
Type: B1 Light Industrial Development
Total Units: 63 Production Units + 3 Industrial Canteens
Storeys: 8-Storey Ramp-Up / Flatted B1 Industrial Development
Site Area: Approx. 4,590.30 sqm / 49,409.98 sqft
Expected Vacant Possession: 30 November 2030
Expected Legal Completion: 30 November 2033
8 Reasons Why Businesses & Investors Are Looking at CT Gold
1. Rare Freehold B1 Industrial Asset
Freehold industrial supply in Singapore is limited, especially in a city-fringe location like MacPherson. Securing a freehold industrial asset provides a unique buffer against lease decay compared with shorter leasehold industrial properties.
2. Strategic City-Fringe Location
CT Gold is located near Potong Pasir, MacPherson, Paya Lebar, Kallang and the CBD. The MacPherson area is strategically positioned between the CBD and established residential heartlands.
3. Strong Expressway Connectivity
The development offers quick access to PIE, CTE, KPE, Nicoll Highway and AYE, supporting logistics, distribution and operational movement across Singapore.
4. 8-Minute Walk to Potong Pasir MRT
The project is positioned within walking distance to Potong Pasir MRT, improving staff accessibility and daily commute convenience.
5. 63 Exclusive Production Units
CT Gold offers a limited collection of B1 industrial units suitable for business owners and selected investors.
6. 3 Large Industrial Canteens with Permanent Approval
The brochure highlights 3 large canteens within the development, improving convenience for workers, tenants and visitors.
7. Ramp-Up Functionality for Direct Loading / Unloading
Selected levels offer ramp-up driveway access, supporting smoother logistics and operational efficiency.
8. High Floor-to-Floor Heights and Functional Specifications
Floor-to-floor heights range from approximately 5.6m to 7.35m, with selected levels supporting heavier operational needs.
CT Gold @ MacPherson Factsheet
| Name | CT Gold @ MacPherson |
| Type | B1 Light Industrial Development |
| Developer | CT Macpherson Pte. Ltd. |
| Company Registration No. | 202521531C |
| Address | 5 Lorong Bakar Batu, Singapore 348742 |
| District | District 13 – MacPherson / Potong Pasir |
| Tenure | Estate in Fee Simple / Freehold |
| Site Area | Approx. 4,590.30 sqm / 49,409.98 sqft |
| Total Storeys | 8 Storeys |
| Total Units | 63 Production Units + 3 Industrial Canteens |
| Factory Format | Partial Ramp-up B1 / Flatted B1 |
| Lift Provision | 2 Passenger Lifts + 1 Service Lift |
| Building Plan No. | A2021-00001-2025-BP01 dated 30 March 2026 |
| Expected Vacant Possession | 30 November 2030 |
| Expected Legal Completion | 30 November 2033 |
The MacPherson Industrial Renaissance
In the evolving tapestry of Singapore's urban planning, the MacPherson area has traditionally served as the operational heart of the nation's light industrial and logistics sectors. However, a significant structural shift is underway. As JTC and URA continue to prioritize shorter-term leasehold industrial plots, often restricted to 20 or 30-year terms, the intrinsic value of freehold light industrial property (Type B1) has entered a phase of critical scarcity.
This technical analysis benchmarks the site potential of the plot located at 5 Lorong Bakar Batu. Situated within the Geylang Planning Area, this site represents a finite category of industrial real estate — one that offers absolute ownership in a sea of depleting leases.
As the nearby Paya Lebar Airbase transforms into a future commercial and residential node, MacPherson's city-fringe status is set to intensify, making early acquisition of freehold B1 space a generational investment play.
Why MacPherson Area?
Understanding the fundamental drivers behind the precinct's high-performance investment profile.
The Scarcity of Perpetual Assets
Industrial property valuations in Singapore are increasingly bifurcated between leasehold operating assets and freehold capital assets. As the industrial core of MacPherson gentrifies, older factories are making way for high-spec, tech-enabled hubs.
Strategic Blueprint Analysis of the Geylang Planning Area Industrial Zone.
For corporate owners, the decision to acquire freehold light industrial property (Type B1) is often driven by the desire to convert sunken rental costs into appreciating equity. By securing a perpetual base in MacPherson, businesses can anchor their headquarters in a zone immune to return-to-state rules.
Location, Connectivity & Amenities at CT Gold @ MacPherson
CT Gold @ MacPherson is strategically located in the mature MacPherson industrial precinct, with connectivity to key commercial hubs, expressways and central business districts.
It is approximately 8 minutes’ walk to Potong Pasir MRT, 1 minute walk to bus stop, around 4 minutes by car to CTE / PIE, and approximately 12 minutes by car to Marina Bay Sands.
Nearby lifestyle and food options include The Venue Shoppes, The Poiz Centre, Tai Thong Crescent, Bendemeer Hawker Centre, MacPherson Food Centre, Whampoa Hawker Centre and Woodleigh Mall.
Transportation
- Potong Pasir MRT
- Bus stop nearby
- PIE / CTE / KPE access
- Nicoll Highway / AYE access
Business Nodes
- Paya Lebar Central
- Kallang Distripark
- CBD / Marina Bay
- Changi Business Park
Food & Amenities
- The Venue Shoppes
- The Poiz Centre
- MacPherson Food Centre
- Woodleigh Mall
The Industrial Ecosystem Nexus
The site's position at the intersection of Lorong Bakar Batu and Kallang Sector places it at the center of a mature cluster. It is flanked by neighbors like Siemens Centre, Kenwood Building, and the Letusrepair-Singapore complex. This density creates a powerful business halo effect, attracting tech-services firms that value a prestigious city-fringe address.
Strategic transit mapping showing the connectivity flows from Potong Pasir MRT and the PIE corridor.
Facilities & Gold-Class Functionality
CT Gold is designed around practical B1 industrial use, with a modular unit layout, attached toilet for every unit, ramp-up driveway for direct loading and unloading, separate passenger and service lift lobbies, roller shutter entrances for selected units and 4 truck loading / unloading parking lots.
The sectional diagram shows varying floor-to-floor heights across the development, including approximately 7.350m on selected ramp-up levels, 5.600m on selected upper production levels and 7.000m at the 8th storey.
Key Functionality Highlights
- 63 exclusive spacious industrial units
- 3 large canteens with permanent approval
- 6 levels of CAT-3 ramp-up driveway for direct loading / unloading
- Attached toilet for every unit
- Modular unit layout
- Selected units with roller shutter entrances
- Separate passenger / service lift lobbies
- 4 loading / unloading parking lots for rigid trucks
Green Excellence & End-of-Trip Facilities
Beyond industrial functionality, CT Gold also includes lifestyle and sustainability-oriented features to support daily users. The brochure highlights end-of-trip facilities such as shower rooms, bicycle racks, lockers, communal pavilion, recycling corner, water-saving fittings and future provision for EV charging stations and solar panels.
These facilities are useful for modern businesses that want to support staff wellness, cycling commuters and sustainability initiatives while maintaining a practical industrial base.
Unit Mix & Layout Positioning
CT Gold comprises 63 production units and 3 large industrial canteens. The development includes ramp-up and flatted production spaces, giving businesses different options depending on operational needs.
| Component | Description |
| Production Units | 63 B1 industrial production units |
| Industrial Canteens | 3 large industrial canteens with permanent approval |
| Ramp-Up Levels | Designed for direct loading / unloading access on selected levels |
| Upper Production Levels | Suitable for cleaner B1 operations, office-support production, media, studio, tech and training use, subject to relevant approvals |
CT Gold Site Plan
CT Gold Benchmark Layout Analysis
Evaluating the architectural logic, workflow efficiency and B1 configurations benchmarked for the 5 Lorong Bakar Batu plot.
1st Storey: The Distribution Hub
The ground level is engineered for high-turnover logistics. It features a benchmark floor height of 7.350m and heavy live loads of 10.0 kN/m². This layout integrates 3 production units with mezzanine capability alongside 3 industrial canteens to serve the workforce precinct.
1st Storey Mezzanine: Administrative Integration
This layout benchmarks the administrative verticality possible in modern B1 units. By separating corporate administration from production floor operations, firms maximize vertical volume while maintaining clear lines of sight for operational oversight.
2nd Storey: Direct Doorstep Logistics
Ramp-up access defines this level. With roller shutters benchmarked at 3600mm height, 14-footer lorries can reach unit doorsteps directly. This eliminates elevator wait times and material handling friction, which is essential for e-commerce hubs.
3rd Storey: High-Spec Ramp-Up Continuity
Level 3 continues the heavy-duty flow with 7.350m heights and 10.0 kN/m² loads. 7 units on this level are benchmarked for mezzanine integration, allowing for highly customized clean-room or lab configurations.
4th Storey: Maximum Height Ramp-Up Access
This level represents the peak of direct vehicle accessibility. It benchmarks the capability of a 2.8-ton service lift and ramp infrastructure to deliver high-spec production capacity at elevated levels within a city-fringe address.
5th Storey: The Lifestyle Transition
Transitioning from ramp-up to flatted factory production, Level 5 benchmarks staff wellness. This layout includes a dedicated communal pavilion with a BBQ pit, providing an essential staff breakout zone.
6th Storey: Tech-Focused Flatted Production
Upper levels are optimized for precision B1 activities like software R&D and clean-tech. These units benefit from a 5.6m ceiling height benchmark and 7.5 kN/m² loading capacities.
7th Storey: Flatted Excellence
Continues the standard for flatted factory units in the MacPherson area. Benchmark units feature optimized column grids to ensure maximum usable space for precision equipment layouts.
8th Storey: Top-Floor Technical Mastery
The top level benchmarks premium flatted units with a significant 7.000m floor-to-floor height and heavy 10.0 kN/m² loading, catering to specialized trades requiring massive overhead clearance at the summit.
Test-Fit Layouts
Test-fit layouts are provided to help buyers visualise how the units may be configured for different business uses such as production studio, recording booth, office, meeting room, training hall, AV room, storage and pantry.
Test-Fit Layout
Test-Fit Layout
Industrial Capacity Benchmarks
Detailed technical specifications for operational load and power planning for B1 industrial users.
| Floor Level | Mezzanine Availability | Floor to Floor Height | Operational Live Load | Power Production Area | Power Canteen Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Yes, 3 units | 7.350 m | 10.0 kN/m² | 100 Amp, 3 Phase | 150 - 200 Amp |
| Level 2 | No | 6.300 m | 7.5 kN/m² | 63 Amp, 3 Phase | - |
| Level 3 / 3M | Yes, 7 units | 7.350 m | 10.0 kN/m² | 100 Amp, 3 Phase | - |
| Level 4 / 4M | Yes | 7.350 m | 10.0 kN/m² | 100 Amp, 3 Phase | - |
| Levels 5 - 7 | No, 6M available | 5.600 m | 7.5 kN/m² | 63 Amp, 3 Phase | - |
| Level 8 | No | 7.000 m | 10.0 kN/m² | 100 Amp, 3 Phase | - |
Canteen Power Benchmark: Stack 02, 150 Amp 3-Phase; Stacks 01 & 03, 200 Amp 3-Phase.
Unit Distribution & Floor Height Matrix Benchmark.
Who Is CT Gold @ MacPherson Suitable For?
- Business owners seeking a permanent freehold industrial base
- E-commerce and fulfilment businesses requiring ramp-up access
- Media, production and creative studios
- Software, tech and clean B1 industrial users
- Training centres, call centres and office-support operations
- Companies planning long-term expansion with scalable space
- Investors looking for freehold industrial exposure in city-fringe locations
CT Gold may appeal to both owner-occupiers and investors. For businesses, it provides operational efficiency and long-term cost stability. For investors, it offers exposure to a rare freehold industrial asset with potential tenant demand driven by its central location.
Is CT Gold @ MacPherson Good for Investment?
CT Gold @ MacPherson may appeal to investors due to its freehold tenure and city-fringe location — both of which are increasingly rare in Singapore’s industrial property market.
Unlike shorter leasehold industrial assets, freehold B1 developments do not face lease decay over time, making them more suitable for long-term capital preservation. This is particularly relevant as most new industrial land released by JTC is on 20- to 30-year leases.
The MacPherson location also benefits from strong accessibility to key business nodes such as Paya Lebar Central, Kallang, and the CBD, supporting tenant demand from companies that require a central operational base.
However, industrial property should be assessed differently from residential property. Investors should consider factors such as GST, financing structure, approved usage, tenant profile, rental demand, maintenance costs and exit strategy before making a decision.
For investors seeking diversification beyond residential property, CT Gold offers exposure to a niche segment of freehold B1 industrial assets in a tightly held and supply-constrained market.
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For business owners, the right unit is not just about price — it should match your workflow, loading needs, frontage, storage requirements and future expansion plans.
For investors, it’s important to understand tenant demand, leaseability, GST implications, financing structure and long-term exit strategy before committing.
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Get Price List & Floor PlansAbout the Developer – CT Macpherson Pte. Ltd.
CT Gold @ MacPherson is developed by CT Macpherson Pte. Ltd., a company linked to the CT / Chiu Teng industrial development branding. The CT name is commonly associated with industrial and business space developments, with emphasis on functional layouts, ramp-up accessibility and practical industrial specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) — CT Gold @ MacPherson
1. Where is CT Gold located?
CT Gold is located at 5 Lorong Bakar Batu, Singapore 348742, within the MacPherson city-fringe industrial area.
2. Is CT Gold freehold?
Yes, CT Gold is held under Estate in Fee Simple, commonly referred to as freehold.
3. How many units are there?
The development comprises 63 production units and 3 industrial canteens.
4. Is CT Gold near MRT?
Yes, Potong Pasir MRT is approximately 8 minutes’ walk away according to the brochure.
5. What is the expected TOP?
The expected date of vacant possession stated in the brochure is 30 November 2030.
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Source: MacPherson Industrial Complex Sold for $1.039 Billion — 17% Above Asking Price
MacPherson Industrial Complex Sold for $1.039 Billion — 17% Above Asking Price
Published: 2026
MacPherson Industrial Complex has been successfully sold for $1.039 billion, achieving a price approximately 17% above its asking price, reflecting strong investor confidence in Singapore’s industrial property sector.
| Property | Property Type | Final Sale Price | Premium Above Asking |
| MacPherson Industrial Complex | Industrial | $1,039,000,000 | ~17% |