Balestier Complex
Balestier Complex is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1981, with 104 units across 1 block. Across 5 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$485k (S$398 psf, ~1,367 sqft). There are 3 units for sale from S$799k to S$1.08M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1981 |
| Units | 104 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 12 · Novena · RCR |
| Nearest MRT | Boon Keng MRT, 982 m (~15 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$398 psf, last 5 URA caveats to Mar 2006 |
What's for sale and for rent at Balestier Complex?
Balestier Complex has 3 units listed for sale, asking S$799k to S$1.08M (median S$1,902 psf), and 4 units for rent at a median of S$3,400 a month.
For sale
3 listings
S$799k – S$1.08M
For rent
4 listings
S$3,200 – S$3,600 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 1 | S$799k–S$799k | S$1,902 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 2 | S$1.00M–S$1.08M | — |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Balestier Complex?
Floor plans for Balestier Complex aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 5 URA caveats, units range from 1,055 sqft to 1,453 sqft, and the middle half are 1,367 sqft to 1,367 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 420 sqft | S$799k · S$1,902 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 592 sqft | S$1.00M |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Balestier Complex →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Balestier Complex?
Units have recently transacted around S$485k (S$398 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.7% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$485k
recent · 5 sales on record
Median PSF
S$398 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$1,500
18 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.7%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,902 psf — about 378% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Mar 2006.
What has recently sold at Balestier Complex?
Balestier Complex has 5 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$480,000 in Mar 2006 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2006 | S$480,000 | 1,453 | S$330 psf |
| Jul 2002 | S$420,000 | 1,055 | S$398 psf |
| Mar 2000 | S$560,000 | 1,367 | S$410 psf |
| May 1999 | S$485,000 | 1,367 | S$355 psf |
| Jun 1997 | S$610,000 | 1,367 | S$446 psf |
5 sales and 18 rentals on record since Jun 1997. Source: URA.
Is Balestier Complex a good investment?
Balestier Complex has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 12, 87% of 7,946 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 23% over a median 6.3-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 3.7%. Units listed now ask about 378% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 12 sold for more
87%
of 7,946 private resales
Median gain
23%
gross, before costs
Median hold
6.3 years
bought to resold
Balestier Complex has fewer than 10 matched resales, so the figures are for District 12 as a whole. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Balestier Complex and what's nearby?
Balestier Complex is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Balestier Complex is a freehold apartment completed in 1981. The development has 104 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,243 sqm and has a gross floor area of 3,728 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.
BALESTIER COMPLEX is located at 262 Balestier Road, Singapore 329714. 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 Boon Keng MRT, approximately 982m away, around 15 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, SEMPER FIDELIS FINE FOODS PRIVATE LIMITED for groceries, Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Pek Kio Park for greenery and recreation.
How far is Balestier Complex from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Balestier Complex is Boon Keng MRT, about 982 m away (~15 min walk). 4 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Getting around
- Boon Keng MRT982 m · ~15 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km441 m
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority496 m
- Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km909 m
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority973 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
- Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.6 km
- St Andrew's Junior CollegeJunior college1.7 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Balestier Complex and how big is the development?
Balestier Complex was developed by —, with 104 units.
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,243 sqm (13,380 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 3,728 sqm (40,128 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 3.00
What does it cost to own a unit at Balestier Complex?
Buying a unit at Balestier Complex (~S$485k) needs about S$3,550/mo in income and S$1,633/mo in repayments, after S$9,150 stamp duty and a S$121k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$485k) 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$9,150
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$121k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$1,633/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$3,550/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Balestier Complex?
6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Balestier Complex 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 Balestier Complex? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Balestier Complex's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Balestier Complex sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Balestier Complex
Is Balestier Complex freehold?⌄
Yes. Balestier Complex is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Balestier Complex?⌄
Balestier Complex was completed (obtained TOP) in 1981, so it is about 45 years old.
Is Balestier Complex a good investment?⌄
Balestier Complex has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 12, 87% of 7,946 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 23% over a median 6.3-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 3.7%. Units listed now ask about 378% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Balestier Complex an EC?⌄
No. Balestier Complex is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
What is the price of a condo at Balestier Complex?⌄
Units at Balestier Complex have recently sold for around S$485k (S$398 psf), the median of the last 5 URA caveats to Mar 2006. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 3 units are listed for sale from S$799k to S$1.08M.
Where is Balestier Complex located?⌄
Balestier Complex is at 262 Balestier Road, Singapore 329714, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Boon Keng MRT, about 982 m away.
How many units are there in Balestier Complex?⌄
Balestier Complex has 104 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Balestier Complex?⌄
For a unit around S$485k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$3,550/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$1,633/mo after a S$121k (25%) downpayment and S$9,150 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Balestier Complex?⌄
Hong Wen School, St. Joseph's Institution Junior are within 1 km of Balestier Complex. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.