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FreeholdOCRDistrict 19 (Hougang)

21 Richards

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Sept 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

21 Richards is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2013, with 31 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$918k (S$1,299 psf), from 48 sales on record. There are 6 units for sale from S$788k to S$1.63M.

1

What are the key facts about 21 Richards?

Key Takeaway

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
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What is the price and PSF at 21 Richards?

Key Takeaway

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$2,491

117 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

3.3%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,561 psf — about 20% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Sept 2025.

3

What has recently sold at 21 Richards?

Key Takeaway

21 Richards has 48 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,560,000 in Sept 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Sept 2025S$1,560,0001,055S$1,479 psf
Mar 2025S$770,000409S$1,882 psf
Aug 2024S$1,339,000893S$1,499 psf
Jul 2023S$918,000581S$1,579 psf
Jun 2023S$2,000,0001,550S$1,290 psf
Jun 2023S$715,000409S$1,748 psf
Mar 2022S$1,370,0001,055S$1,299 psf
Oct 2021S$690,000409S$1,687 psf
Feb 2021S$1,088,000893S$1,218 psf
Dec 2020S$1,250,0001,044S$1,197 psf
Sept 2020S$845,000657S$1,287 psf
Sept 2019S$698,000581S$1,201 psf

48 sales and 117 rentals on record since Jul 2011. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at 21 Richards?

Key Takeaway

21 Richards has 6 units listed for sale, spanning 1–3-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
1-bedroom3S$788k–S$790kS$1,927 psf
3-bedroom3S$1.63M–S$1.63MS$1,561 psf
5

Where is 21 Richards and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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.

6

How far is 21 Richards from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

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

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

Mall: Heartland Mall Kovan · 491 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 491 mHawker centre: Kovan Market & Food Centre · 602 mPark: Richards Ave Pk · 129 m

Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.

7

What facilities does 21 Richards have?

Key Takeaway

21 Richards has 4 facilities, including Covered car park, Gymnasium room, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.

Covered car parkGymnasium room24 hours securitySwimming pool
8

What does it cost to own a unit at 21 Richards?

Key Takeaway

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.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$918k) as their first home — 25% down, 30-year loan at 3.5% p.a. Rates as of May 2026. Run it for your own profile →

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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Frequently asked questions about 21 Richards

What is the price at 21 Richards?

Units at 21 Richards have recently transacted around S$918k (S$1,299 psf), from 48 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at 21 Richards?

Units for sale at 21 Richards are asking a median of about S$1,561 psf.

Is 21 Richards freehold or leasehold?

21 Richards is freehold.

When was 21 Richards built?

21 Richards obtained TOP in 2013, developed by AURUM LAND PTE LTD.

How many units are for sale at 21 Richards?

There are 6 units for sale at 21 Richards, from S$788k to S$1.63M.

What is the rental yield at 21 Richards?

Gross rental yield at 21 Richards is about 3.3%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in 21 Richards?

21 Richards has 31 units across 1 block.

What facilities does 21 Richards have?

21 Richards has 4 facilities, including Covered car park, Gymnasium room, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.

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.

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