Essen Apartments
Essen Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 32 units across 1 block. Across 7 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$505k (S$611 psf, ~936 sqft). There are 6 units for sale from S$858k to S$1.95M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1985 |
| Developer | BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD |
| Units | 32 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 11 · Novena · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Novena MRT, 384 m (~6 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$611 psf, last 7 URA caveats to Apr 2007 |
What's for sale and for rent at Essen Apartments?
Essen Apartments has 6 units listed for sale, asking S$858k to S$1.95M (median S$1,898 psf), and 5 units for rent at a median of S$5,200 a month.
For sale
6 listings
S$858k – S$1.95M
For rent
5 listings
S$5,200 – S$5,500 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 3 | S$858k–S$858k | S$1,898 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 2 | S$1.27M–S$1.27M | S$1,902 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 1 | S$1.95M–S$1.95M | — |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Essen Apartments?
Floor plans for Essen Apartments aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 7 URA caveats, units range from 624 sqft to 10,086 sqft, and the middle half are 883 sqft to 1,012 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 452 sqft | S$858k · S$1,898 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 667 sqft | S$1.27M · S$1,902 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 1,187 sqft | S$1.95M |
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Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Essen Apartments?
Units have recently transacted around S$505k (S$611 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.0% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$505k
recent · 7 sales on record
Median PSF
S$611 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$1,250
52 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
3.0%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,898 psf — about 211% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2007.
What has recently sold at Essen Apartments?
Essen Apartments has 7 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$12,010,000 in Apr 2007 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2007 | S$12,010,000 | 10,086 | S$1,191 psf |
| Jun 2006 | S$462,500 | 883 | S$524 psf |
| Jan 2005 | S$505,000 | 1,012 | S$499 psf |
| Dec 1998 | S$305,000 | 936 | S$326 psf |
| Oct 1996 | S$760,000 | 936 | S$812 psf |
| Oct 1995 | S$618,000 | 1,012 | S$611 psf |
| Oct 1995 | S$470,000 | 624 | S$753 psf |
7 sales and 52 rentals on record since Oct 1995. Source: URA.
Is Essen Apartments a good investment?
Essen Apartments has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 11, 85% of 10,695 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 24% over a median 5.8-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 3.0%. Units listed now ask about 211% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 11 sold for more
85%
of 10,695 private resales
Median gain
24%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.8 years
bought to resold
Essen Apartments has fewer than 10 matched resales, so the figures are for District 11 as a whole. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Essen Apartments and what's nearby?
Essen Apartments is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Essen Apartments is a freehold apartment completed in 1985. It was developed by BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD. The development has 32 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,262 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,767 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.
ESSEN APARTMENTS is located at 167 Moulmein Road, Singapore 308092. 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 384m away, around 6 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Pek Kio Market & Food Centre for food options, and Thomson Rd Pg for greenery and recreation.
How far is Essen Apartments from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Essen Apartments is Novena MRT, about 384 m away (~6 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Getting around
- Novena MRT384 m · ~6 min
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 priority96 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority804 m
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.1 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.2 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.2 km
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.5 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Essen Apartments and how big is the development?
Essen Apartments was developed by BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD, with 32 units.
- Developer
- BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,262 sqm (13,584 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 1,767 sqm (19,020 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 1.40
What does it cost to own a unit at Essen Apartments?
Buying a unit at Essen Apartments (~S$505k) needs about S$3,697/mo in income and S$1,701/mo in repayments, after S$9,750 stamp duty and a S$126k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$505k) 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$9,750
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$126k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$1,701/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$3,697/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Essen Apartments?
5,863 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Essen Apartments sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
5,863
District 11 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
30,351
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about Essen Apartments? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Essen Apartments's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Essen Apartments sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Essen Apartments
Is Essen Apartments freehold?⌄
Yes. Essen Apartments is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Essen Apartments?⌄
Essen Apartments was completed (obtained TOP) in 1985, so it is about 41 years old.
Is Essen Apartments a good investment?⌄
Essen Apartments has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 11, 85% of 10,695 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 24% over a median 5.8-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 3.0%. Units listed now ask about 211% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Essen Apartments an EC?⌄
No. Essen Apartments is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Essen Apartments?⌄
Essen Apartments was developed by BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at Essen Apartments?⌄
Units at Essen Apartments have recently sold for around S$505k (S$611 psf), the median of the last 7 URA caveats to Apr 2007. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 6 units are listed for sale from S$858k to S$1.95M.
Where is Essen Apartments located?⌄
Essen Apartments is at 167 Moulmein Road, Singapore 308092, in Novena (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 384 m away.
How many units are there in Essen Apartments?⌄
Essen Apartments has 32 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Essen Apartments?⌄
For a unit around S$505k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$3,697/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$1,701/mo after a S$126k (25%) downpayment and S$9,750 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Essen Apartments?⌄
St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School are within 1 km of Essen Apartments. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.