FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

De Royale

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through Jul 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

De Royale is a freehold condominium in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2006, with 204 units across 3 blocks. Across 367 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.42M (S$1,897 psf, ~1,259 sqft). There are 6 units for sale from S$2.17M to S$4.50M.

Key facts about De Royale
TenureFreehold
TOP year2006
DeveloperHOI HUP HOLDINGS PTE LTD
Units204 in 3 blocks
District and areaDistrict 12 · Novena · RCR
Nearest MRTToa Payoh MRT, 508 m (~8 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,897 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jul 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at De Royale?

Key Takeaway

De Royale has 6 units listed for sale, asking S$2.17M to S$4.50M, and 10 units for rent at a median of S$1,400 a month.

For sale

6 listings

S$2.17M – S$4.50M

For rent

10 listings

S$1,000 – S$5,400 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
2-bedroom2S$2.17M–S$2.17M
5-bedroom4S$4.50M–S$4.50M

Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at De Royale?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for De Royale aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 367 URA caveats, units range from 1,055 sqft to 3,240 sqft, and the middle half are 1,259 sqft to 1,281 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
2-bedroom1,055 sqftS$2.17M
5-bedroom2,939 sqft to 3,240 sqftS$4.50M

Check the Floor Plan Finder for De Royale →

Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at De Royale?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$2.42M (S$1,897 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.8% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$2.42M

recent · 367 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,897 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,646

662 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.8%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Jul 2026.

4

What has recently sold at De Royale?

Key Takeaway

De Royale has 367 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,420,000 in Jul 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jul 2026S$2,420,0001,259S$1,922 psf
Jul 2026S$2,500,0001,259S$1,985 psf
Feb 2026S$2,438,8881,281S$1,904 psf
Dec 2025S$2,490,0001,259S$1,977 psf
Nov 2025S$2,388,8881,259S$1,897 psf
Aug 2025S$2,340,0001,259S$1,858 psf
Aug 2025S$1,830,0001,055S$1,735 psf
Jun 2025S$2,500,0001,281S$1,952 psf
Feb 2025S$2,310,0001,259S$1,834 psf
Feb 2025S$2,560,0001,281S$1,999 psf
Mar 2024S$2,275,0001,259S$1,806 psf
Oct 2023S$2,430,0001,281S$1,897 psf

367 sales and 662 rentals on record since Feb 2004. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at De Royale rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at De Royale has risen 60% over the past 10 years (20162026), from S$1,201 psf to S$1,922 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$1,922 psfS$2.44M3+1.3%
2025S$1,897 psfS$2.39M7+8.6%
2023S$1,747 psfS$2.20M2+19.7%
2022S$1,460 psfS$1.68M2+5.8%
2021S$1,380 psfS$1.74M4+3.4%
2020S$1,335 psfS$1.71M7+0.1%
2019S$1,334 psfS$1.68M3+1.2%
2018S$1,318 psfS$1.74M5+8.9%
2017S$1,210 psfS$1.55M7+0.7%
2016S$1,201 psfS$1.37M5

Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.

6

Is De Royale a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 164 units at De Royale that were bought and later resold (bought from 2004, resold up to 2026), 99% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 48% over a median 5.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.8%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

99%

of 164 resales here

Median gain

48%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.2 years

bought to resold

Every unit at De Royale with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

7

Where is De Royale and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

De Royale is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

De Royale is a freehold condominium completed in 2006. It was developed by HOI HUP HOLDINGS PTE LTD. The development has 204 residential units. It sits on a land area of 5,246 sqm and has a gross floor area of 14,690 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

DE ROYALE is located at 33 Jalan Rama Rama, Singapore 329111. 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 508m away, around 8 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blk 74 Toa Payoh Lorong 4 for food options, and Toa Payoh Town Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Fitness corner, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, and Playground.

8

How far is De Royale from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to De Royale is Toa Payoh MRT, about 508 m away (~8 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.

  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km802 m
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority953 m
  • Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.3 km
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 1.0 kmSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 340 mHawker centre: Blk 74 Toa Payoh Lorong 4 · 751 mPark: Toa Payoh Town Pk · 280 m

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

9

Who built De Royale and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

De Royale was developed by HOI HUP HOLDINGS PTE LTD, designed by JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD, with 204 units.

Developer
HOI HUP HOLDINGS PTE LTD
Architect
JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD
Main contractor
STRAITS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (PRIVATE) LIMITED
Blocks
3
Land area
5,246 sqm (56,467 sqft)
Gross floor area
14,690 sqm (158,122 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does De Royale have?

Key Takeaway

De Royale has 13 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Fitness corner, Gymnasium room, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkFitness cornerGymnasium roomJacuzziPlaygroundReflexology Path24 hours securitySpa poolSteam bathSwimming poolTennis courtsWading pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at De Royale?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at De Royale (~S$2.42M) needs about S$17,715/mo in income and S$8,150/mo in repayments, after S$90,600 stamp duty and a S$605k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.42M) 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$90,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$605k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$8,150/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$17,715/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around De Royale?

Key Takeaway

6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where De Royale 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.

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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from De Royale's own transactions.

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Is De Royale a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at De Royale sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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13

Frequently asked questions about De Royale

Is De Royale freehold?

Yes. De Royale is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is De Royale?

De Royale was completed (obtained TOP) in 2006, so it is about 20 years old.

Is De Royale a good investment?

Of 164 units at De Royale that were bought and later resold (bought from 2004, resold up to 2026), 99% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 48% over a median 5.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.8%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is De Royale an EC?

No. De Royale is a private condominium, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of De Royale?

De Royale was developed by HOI HUP HOLDINGS PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at De Royale?

Units at De Royale have recently sold for around S$2.42M (S$1,897 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jul 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 6 units are listed for sale from S$2.17M to S$4.50M.

Where is De Royale located?

De Royale is at 33 Jalan Rama Rama, Singapore 329111, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Toa Payoh MRT, about 508 m away.

How many units are there in De Royale?

De Royale has 204 units in 3 blocks.

How much do I need to earn to buy at De Royale?

For a unit around S$2.42M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$17,715/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$8,150/mo after a S$605k (25%) downpayment and S$90,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at De Royale going up?

The median price per square foot at De Royale has risen about 60% between 2016 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of De Royale?

Chij Primary (Toa Payoh) is within 1 km of De Royale. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.