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FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

Chong Kim Apartment

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through May 2011 (URA)
Quick Summary

Chong Kim Apartment is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1982, with 25 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$682k (S$516 psf), from 15 sales on record.

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What are the key facts about Chong Kim Apartment?

Key Takeaway

Chong Kim Apartment is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1982, with 25 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1982
Developer
WORLD CLASS DEVELOPMENTS (CITY CENTRAL) PTE LTD
Total units
25
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 11 (Novena)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$516 psf
Last transacted
May 2011
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Chong Kim Apartment?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$682k (S$516 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.5% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$682k

recent · 15 sales on record

Median PSF

S$516 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$1,425

50 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.5%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through May 2011.

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What has recently sold at Chong Kim Apartment?

Key Takeaway

Chong Kim Apartment has 15 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$41,100,000 in May 2011 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
May 2011S$41,100,00031,560S$1,302 psf
Mar 2010S$950,0001,173S$810 psf
Jul 2009S$760,0001,173S$648 psf
Apr 2007S$738,0001,206S$612 psf
Nov 2006S$930,0002,390S$389 psf
Jul 2006S$530,0001,206S$440 psf
Sept 2005S$605,4881,173S$516 psf
Jan 2004S$382,000980S$390 psf
Aug 2002S$400,000980S$408 psf
Mar 2002S$450,0001,173S$384 psf
May 1997S$712,000980S$727 psf
Nov 1996S$682,000980S$696 psf

15 sales and 50 rentals on record since Mar 1995. Source: URA.

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Where is Chong Kim Apartment and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Chong Kim Apartment is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Chong Kim Apartment is a freehold apartment completed in 1982. It was developed by WORLD CLASS DEVELOPMENTS (CITY CENTRAL) PTE LTD. The development has 25 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,566 sqm and has a gross floor area of 4,249 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.71.

CHONG KIM APARTMENT is located at 8 Bassein Road, Singapore 309838. It is part of District 11, Watten Estate / Novena / Thomson, Novena. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Novena MRT, approximately 587m away, around 9 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 Novena Rise Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Main entrance.

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How far is Chong Kim Apartment from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Chong Kim Apartment is Novena MRT, about 587 m away (~9 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

Getting around

Schools nearby

Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority705 m
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km988 m
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.1 km
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.2 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.4 km
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 540 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 374 mHawker centre: Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # · 665 mPark: Novena Rise Pk · 593 m

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

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What facilities does Chong Kim Apartment have?

Key Takeaway

Chong Kim Apartment has 1 facility, including Main entrance.

Main entrance
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What does it cost to own a unit at Chong Kim Apartment?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Chong Kim Apartment (~S$682k) needs about S$4,992/mo in income and S$2,297/mo in repayments, after S$15,060 stamp duty and a S$171k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$682k) 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$15,060

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$171k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$2,297/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$4,992/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Chong Kim Apartment

What is the price at Chong Kim Apartment?

Units at Chong Kim Apartment have recently transacted around S$682k (S$516 psf), from 15 sales on record (URA caveat data).

Is Chong Kim Apartment freehold or leasehold?

Chong Kim Apartment is freehold.

When was Chong Kim Apartment built?

Chong Kim Apartment obtained TOP in 1982, developed by WORLD CLASS DEVELOPMENTS (CITY CENTRAL) PTE LTD.

What is the rental yield at Chong Kim Apartment?

Gross rental yield at Chong Kim Apartment is about 2.5%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Chong Kim Apartment?

Chong Kim Apartment has 25 units across 1 block.

What facilities does Chong Kim Apartment have?

Chong Kim Apartment has 1 facilities, including Main entrance.

What is the nearest MRT to Chong Kim Apartment?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Chong Kim Apartment is Novena MRT, about 587 m away (~9 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Chong Kim Apartment?

St. Joseph's Institution Junior is within 1 km of Chong Kim Apartment — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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