21 Richards
21 Richards is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2013, with 31 units across 1 block. Across 48 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$918k (S$1,299 psf, ~657 sqft). There are 3 units for sale from S$790k to S$790k.
What are the key facts about 21 Richards?
21 Richards is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2013, with 31 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 2013
- Developer
- AURUM LAND PTE LTD
- Total units
- 31
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 19 (Hougang)
- Market segment
- OCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,299 psf
- Last transacted
- Sept 2025
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at 21 Richards?
Units have recently transacted around S$918k (S$1,299 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.3% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$918k
recent · 48 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,299 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$2,509
119 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.3%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,932 psf — about 49% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Sept 2025.
What has recently sold at 21 Richards?
21 Richards has 48 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,560,000 in Sept 2025 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 2025 | S$1,560,000 | 1,055 | S$1,479 psf |
| Mar 2025 | S$770,000 | 409 | S$1,882 psf |
| Aug 2024 | S$1,339,000 | 893 | S$1,499 psf |
| Jul 2023 | S$918,000 | 581 | S$1,579 psf |
| Jun 2023 | S$2,000,000 | 1,550 | S$1,290 psf |
| Jun 2023 | S$715,000 | 409 | S$1,748 psf |
| Mar 2022 | S$1,370,000 | 1,055 | S$1,299 psf |
| Oct 2021 | S$690,000 | 409 | S$1,687 psf |
| Feb 2021 | S$1,088,000 | 893 | S$1,218 psf |
| Dec 2020 | S$1,250,000 | 1,044 | S$1,197 psf |
| Sept 2020 | S$845,000 | 657 | S$1,287 psf |
| Sept 2019 | S$698,000 | 581 | S$1,201 psf |
48 sales and 119 rentals on record since Jul 2011. Source: URA.
Are prices at 21 Richards rising?
The median transacted PSF at 21 Richards has risen 15% over the past 14 years (2011–2025), from S$1,281 psf to S$1,479 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | S$1,479 psf | S$770k | 2 | -6.3% |
| 2023 | S$1,579 psf | S$918k | 3 | +29.6% |
| 2021 | S$1,218 psf | S$690k | 2 | +1.8% |
| 2020 | S$1,197 psf | S$845k | 2 | +6.3% |
| 2018 | S$1,126 psf | S$1.02M | 3 | -24.1% |
| 2016 | S$1,484 psf | S$607k | 2 | +17.7% |
| 2012 | S$1,261 psf | S$768k | 2 | -1.6% |
| 2011 | S$1,281 psf | S$825k | 27 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around 21 Richards?
11,111 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 19 — where 21 Richards sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
11,111
District 19 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
72,282
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 19across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
What bedroom types are available at 21 Richards?
21 Richards has 3 units listed for sale, spanning 1-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 3 | S$790k–S$790k | S$1,932 psf |
Where is 21 Richards and what's nearby?
21 Richards is located in Hougang, in the North-East Region of Singapore.
21 Richards is a freehold apartment completed in 2013. It was developed by AURUM LAND PTE LTD. The development has 31 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,427 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,998 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.
21 RICHARDS is located at 21 Richards Avenue, Singapore 546430. It is part of District 19, Serangoon Garden / Hougang / Punggol, Hougang. The project falls within the North-East Region and the OCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Kovan MRT, approximately 448m away, around 7 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Heartland Mall Kovan for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Kovan Market & Food Centre for food options, and Richards Ave Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Covered car park, Gymnasium room, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.
Who built 21 Richards and how big is the development?
21 Richards was developed by AURUM LAND PTE LTD, with 31 units.
- Developer
- AURUM LAND PTE LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,427 sqm (15,360 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 1,998 sqm (21,506 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 1.40
How far is 21 Richards from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to 21 Richards is Kovan MRT, about 448 m away (~7 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km.
Getting around
- Kovan MRT448 m · ~7 min
Schools nearby
- Anderson Serangoon Junior CollegeJunior collegewithin 1 km724 m
- Bowen Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
- Xinmin Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Xinghua Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Yuying Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
- Xinmin Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
- Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)Secondary school1.3 km
- Peicai Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does 21 Richards have?
21 Richards has 4 facilities, including Covered car park, Gymnasium room, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.
What does it cost to own a unit at 21 Richards?
Buying a unit at 21 Richards (~S$918k) needs about S$6,720/mo in income and S$3,092/mo in repayments, after S$22,140 stamp duty and a S$230k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$22,140
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$230k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$3,092/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$6,720/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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Thinking about 21 Richards? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from 21 Richards's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at 21 Richards sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about 21 Richards
How much does a unit at 21 Richards cost?⌄
Units at 21 Richards have recently transacted around S$918k (S$1,299 psf), from 48 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at 21 Richards?⌄
For a unit around S$918k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$6,720/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$3,092/mo after a S$230k (25%) downpayment and S$22,140 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is 21 Richards a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 3.3%, and current asking prices sit about 49% above the most recent transacted PSF; median PSF has risen about 15% since 2011. Whether it suits you depends on your budget, holding period and the unit's size, floor and facing — all summarised on this page from URA data.
Are prices at 21 Richards going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at 21 Richards has risen about 15% between 2011 and 2025, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is 21 Richards freehold or leasehold?⌄
21 Richards is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was 21 Richards built and who developed it?⌄
21 Richards obtained TOP in 2013, developed by AURUM LAND PTE LTD, with 31 units across 1 block.
How many units are for sale at 21 Richards?⌄
There are 3 units for sale at 21 Richards, from S$790k to S$790k.
What is the nearest MRT to 21 Richards?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to 21 Richards is Kovan MRT, about 448 m away (~7 min walk).
Are there schools near 21 Richards?⌄
1 school is within 1 km of 21 Richards, including Anderson Serangoon Junior College.