Ampas Apartments
Ampas Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1990, with 43 units across 1 block. Across 44 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.72M (S$1,253 psf, ~1,259 sqft). There are 3 units for sale from S$1.80M to S$1.84M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1990 |
| Developer | JIHE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD |
| Units | 43 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 12 · Novena · RCR |
| Nearest MRT | Toa Payoh MRT, 814 m (~13 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$1,253 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Dec 2024 |
What's for sale and for rent at Ampas Apartments?
Ampas Apartments has 3 units listed for sale, asking S$1.80M to S$1.84M, and 1 unit for rent at a median of S$2,000 a month.
For sale
3 listings
S$1.80M – S$1.84M
For rent
1 listing
S$2,000 – S$2,000 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 3 | S$1.80M–S$1.84M | — |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Ampas Apartments?
Floor plans for Ampas Apartments aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 44 URA caveats, units range from 1,259 sqft to 60,612 sqft, and the middle half are 1,259 sqft to 1,690 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 1,259 sqft to 1,260 sqft | S$1.80M |
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Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Ampas Apartments?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.72M (S$1,253 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.9% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.72M
recent · 44 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,253 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$2,734
196 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
1.9%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Dec 2024.
What has recently sold at Ampas Apartments?
Ampas Apartments has 44 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,742,800 in Dec 2024 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | S$1,742,800 | 1,259 | S$1,384 psf |
| Aug 2024 | S$2,109,000 | 1,690 | S$1,248 psf |
| Aug 2024 | S$2,300,000 | 1,690 | S$1,361 psf |
| May 2024 | S$2,220,000 | 1,690 | S$1,314 psf |
| Feb 2024 | S$2,118,000 | 1,690 | S$1,253 psf |
| Mar 2023 | S$1,720,000 | 1,259 | S$1,366 psf |
| Aug 2022 | S$1,700,000 | 1,259 | S$1,350 psf |
| Mar 2018 | S$95,000,000 | 60,612 | S$1,567 psf |
| May 2017 | S$1,250,000 | 1,259 | S$993 psf |
| Dec 2010 | S$1,156,400 | 1,259 | S$918 psf |
| Aug 2010 | S$1,070,000 | 1,259 | S$850 psf |
| Jul 2010 | S$980,000 | 1,259 | S$778 psf |
44 sales and 196 rentals on record since May 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Ampas Apartments rising?
The median transacted PSF at Ampas Apartments has risen 124% over the past 28 years (1996–2024), from S$586 psf to S$1,314 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | S$1,314 psf | S$2.12M | 5 | +68.9% |
| 2010 | S$778 psf | S$980k | 4 | +64.5% |
| 2007 | S$473 psf | S$800k | 4 | +14.5% |
| 2006 | S$413 psf | S$520k | 2 | +12.5% |
| 2004 | S$367 psf | S$621k | 2 | -20.6% |
| 2001 | S$462 psf | S$780k | 2 | -16.3% |
| 2000 | S$552 psf | S$708k | 4 | +9.7% |
| 1999 | S$503 psf | S$660k | 4 | -20.8% |
| 1997 | S$635 psf | S$800k | 2 | +8.4% |
| 1996 | S$586 psf | S$980k | 4 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Ampas Apartments a good investment?
Of 11 units at Ampas Apartments that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2024), 82% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 34% over a median 5.9-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.9%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Sold for more than bought
82%
of 11 resales here
Median gain
34%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.9 years
bought to resold
Every unit at Ampas Apartments with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Ampas Apartments and what's nearby?
Ampas Apartments is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Ampas Apartments is a freehold apartment completed in 1990. It was developed by JIHE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 43 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,809 sqm and has a gross floor area of 7,866 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
AMPAS APARTMENTS is located at 5 Jalan Ampas, Singapore 329506. It is part of District 12, Balestier / Toa Payoh / Serangoon, Novena. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Toa Payoh MRT, approximately 814m away, around 13 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Toa Payoh Town Pk for greenery and recreation.
How far is Ampas Apartments from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Ampas Apartments is Toa Payoh MRT, about 814 m away (~13 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Toa Payoh MRT814 m · ~13 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority881 m
- Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km949 m
- Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.1 km
- Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.1 km
- Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.3 km
- Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Ampas Apartments and how big is the development?
Ampas Apartments was developed by JIHE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, with 43 units.
- Developer
- JIHE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 2,809 sqm (30,236 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 7,866 sqm (84,669 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
What does it cost to own a unit at Ampas Apartments?
Buying a unit at Ampas Apartments (~S$1.72M) needs about S$12,591/mo in income and S$5,793/mo in repayments, after S$55,600 stamp duty and a S$430k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.72M) 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$55,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$430k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$5,793/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$12,591/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Ampas Apartments?
6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Ampas Apartments sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
6,318
District 12 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
24,291
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 12 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about Ampas Apartments? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Ampas Apartments's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Ampas Apartments sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Ampas Apartments
Is Ampas Apartments freehold?⌄
Yes. Ampas Apartments is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Ampas Apartments?⌄
Ampas Apartments was completed (obtained TOP) in 1990, so it is about 36 years old.
Is Ampas Apartments a good investment?⌄
Of 11 units at Ampas Apartments that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2024), 82% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 34% over a median 5.9-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.9%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Ampas Apartments an EC?⌄
No. Ampas Apartments is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Ampas Apartments?⌄
Ampas Apartments was developed by JIHE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at Ampas Apartments?⌄
Units at Ampas Apartments have recently sold for around S$1.72M (S$1,253 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Dec 2024. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 3 units are listed for sale from S$1.80M to S$1.84M.
Where is Ampas Apartments located?⌄
Ampas Apartments is at 5 Jalan Ampas, Singapore 329506, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Toa Payoh MRT, about 814 m away.
How many units are there in Ampas Apartments?⌄
Ampas Apartments has 43 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Ampas Apartments?⌄
For a unit around S$1.72M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$12,591/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,793/mo after a S$430k (25%) downpayment and S$55,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Ampas Apartments going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Ampas Apartments has risen about 124% between 1996 and 2024, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Ampas Apartments?⌄
Hong Wen School is within 1 km of Ampas Apartments. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.