FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

Dunearn Gardens

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 10 August 2026Data through Apr 2018 (URA)
Quick Summary

Dunearn Gardens is a freehold condominium in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1992, with 114 units across 1 block. Across 117 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.22M (S$1,700 psf, ~1,249 sqft). There are 75 units for sale from S$1.30M to S$12.95M.

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What are the key facts about Dunearn Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Dunearn Gardens is a freehold condominium in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1992, with 114 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1992
Developer
EL DEVELOPMENT (HORIZON) PTE LTD
Total units
114
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 11 (Novena)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$1,700 psf
Last transacted
Apr 2018
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Dunearn Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$2.22M (S$1,700 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.8% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$2.22M

recent · 117 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,700 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,411

705 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.8%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,640 psf — about 4% below the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2018.

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What has recently sold at Dunearn Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Dunearn Gardens has 117 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$468,000,000 in Apr 2018 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Apr 2018S$468,000,000156,971S$2,981 psf
Mar 2017S$1,835,0001,249S$1,470 psf
Feb 2017S$1,800,0001,238S$1,454 psf
Apr 2015S$2,750,0001,668S$1,648 psf
Nov 2013S$2,220,0001,249S$1,778 psf
Aug 2012S$2,800,0001,647S$1,700 psf
Aug 2012S$2,230,0001,249S$1,786 psf
Aug 2012S$2,280,0001,249S$1,826 psf
Jul 2012S$2,200,0001,249S$1,762 psf
May 2012S$2,300,0001,249S$1,842 psf
May 2012S$2,100,0001,249S$1,682 psf
Apr 2012S$2,100,0001,249S$1,682 psf

117 sales and 705 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.

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Are prices at Dunearn Gardens rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Dunearn Gardens has risen 104% over the past 16 years (20012017), from S$713 psf to S$1,454 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2017S$1,454 psfS$1.80M2-17.5%
2012S$1,762 psfS$2.23M7+14.9%
2010S$1,533 psfS$2.10M3+106.3%
2009S$743 psfS$600k2-38.0%
2008S$1,199 psfS$1.81M3+69.1%
2006S$709 psfS$900k6+4.7%
2005S$677 psfS$878k7+5.6%
2004S$641 psfS$920k6-10.8%
2002S$719 psfS$880k4+0.8%
2001S$713 psfS$1.16M3

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

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How many property agents are active around Dunearn Gardens?

Key Takeaway

5,862 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Dunearn Gardens sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

5,862

District 11 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

30,333

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11across 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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What bedroom types are available at Dunearn Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Dunearn Gardens has 75 units listed for sale, spanning 1–5-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
1-bedroom22S$1.30M–S$1.68M
2-bedroom44S$1.92M–S$2.29M
3-bedroom8S$3.40M–S$4.50M
5-bedroom1S$12.95M–S$12.95MS$1,640 psf
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Where is Dunearn Gardens and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Dunearn Gardens is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Dunearn Gardens is a freehold condominium completed in 1992. It was developed by EL DEVELOPMENT (HORIZON) PTE LTD. The development has 114 residential units. It sits on a land area of 8,867 sqm and has a gross floor area of 25,817 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

DUNEARN GARDENS is located at 20 Dunearn Road, Singapore 309420. 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 Newton MRT, approximately 154m away, around 2 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Newton Food Centre for food options, and Hooper Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Clubhouse, Gymnasium room, Playground, and Sauna.

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Who built Dunearn Gardens and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Dunearn Gardens was developed by EL DEVELOPMENT (HORIZON) PTE LTD, with 114 units over up to 30 storeys.

Developer
EL DEVELOPMENT (HORIZON) PTE LTD
Floors
30 storeys
Blocks
1
Land area
8,867 sqm (95,444 sqft)
Gross floor area
25,817 sqm (277,892 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
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How far is Dunearn Gardens from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Dunearn Gardens is Newton MRT, about 154 m away (~2 min walk). 4 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.

Getting around

Schools nearby

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

  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority576 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority608 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km677 m
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority818 m
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.2 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • Singapore Chinese Girls' Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Singapore Chinese Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: United Square · 594 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 233 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 290 mPark: Hooper Rd Pg · 519 m

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

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What facilities does Dunearn Gardens have?

Key Takeaway

Dunearn Gardens has 11 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Clubhouse, Gymnasium room, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkClubhouseGymnasium roomPlaygroundSauna24 hours securitySquash courtSwimming poolTennis courtsWading pool
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What does it cost to own a unit at Dunearn Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Dunearn Gardens (~S$2.22M) needs about S$16,251/mo in income and S$7,477/mo in repayments, after S$80,600 stamp duty and a S$555k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.22M) 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$80,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$555k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$7,477/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$16,251/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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

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Is Dunearn Gardens a good buy, and what are units selling for?

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

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Frequently asked questions about Dunearn Gardens

How much does a unit at Dunearn Gardens cost?

Units at Dunearn Gardens have recently transacted around S$2.22M (S$1,700 psf), from 117 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Dunearn Gardens?

For a unit around S$2.22M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$16,251/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$7,477/mo after a S$555k (25%) downpayment and S$80,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Dunearn Gardens a good investment?

Gross rental yield is about 1.8%, and current asking prices sit about 4% below the most recent transacted PSF; median PSF has risen about 104% since 2001. Whether it suits you depends on your budget, holding period and the unit's size, floor and facing — all summarised on this page from URA data.

Are prices at Dunearn Gardens going up?

The median transacted PSF at Dunearn Gardens has risen about 104% between 2001 and 2017, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Is Dunearn Gardens freehold or leasehold?

Dunearn Gardens is freehold — ownership does not expire.

When was Dunearn Gardens built and who developed it?

Dunearn Gardens obtained TOP in 1992, developed by EL DEVELOPMENT (HORIZON) PTE LTD, with 114 units across 1 block.

How many units are for sale at Dunearn Gardens?

There are 75 units for sale at Dunearn Gardens, from S$1.30M to S$12.95M.

What is the nearest MRT to Dunearn Gardens?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Dunearn Gardens is Newton MRT, about 154 m away (~2 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Dunearn Gardens?

Anglo-Chinese School (Primary), Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), St. Joseph's Institution Junior are within 1 km of Dunearn Gardens — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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