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FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

Essen Apartments

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Apr 2007 (URA)
Quick Summary

Essen Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 32 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$505k (S$611 psf), from 7 sales on record. There are 5 units for sale from S$1.08M to S$2.10M.

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What are the key facts about Essen Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Essen Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 32 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1985
Developer
BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
Total units
32
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 11 (Novena)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$611 psf
Last transacted
Apr 2007
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Essen Apartments?

Key Takeaway

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$1,769 psf — about 190% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2007.

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What has recently sold at Essen Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Essen Apartments has 7 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$12,010,000 in Apr 2007 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Apr 2007S$12,010,00010,086S$1,191 psf
Jun 2006S$462,500883S$524 psf
Jan 2005S$505,0001,012S$499 psf
Dec 1998S$305,000936S$326 psf
Oct 1996S$760,000936S$812 psf
Oct 1995S$618,0001,012S$611 psf
Oct 1995S$470,000624S$753 psf

7 sales and 52 rentals on record since Oct 1995. Source: URA.

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What bedroom types are available at Essen Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Essen Apartments has 5 units listed for sale, spanning 1–2-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
1-bedroom3S$1.08M–S$1.11MS$1,947 psf
2-bedroom2S$1.27M–S$2.10MS$1,769 psf
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Where is Essen Apartments and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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.

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How far is Essen Apartments from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

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

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

Mall: United Square · 325 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 325 mHawker centre: Pek Kio Market & Food Centre · 481 mPark: Thomson Rd Pg · 362 m

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

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What does it cost to own a unit at Essen Apartments?

Key Takeaway

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

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Frequently asked questions about Essen Apartments

What is the price at Essen Apartments?

Units at Essen Apartments have recently transacted around S$505k (S$611 psf), from 7 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at Essen Apartments?

Units for sale at Essen Apartments are asking a median of about S$1,769 psf.

Is Essen Apartments freehold or leasehold?

Essen Apartments is freehold.

When was Essen Apartments built?

Essen Apartments obtained TOP in 1985, developed by BRAVO BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD.

How many units are for sale at Essen Apartments?

There are 5 units for sale at Essen Apartments, from S$1.08M to S$2.10M.

What is the rental yield at Essen Apartments?

Gross rental yield at Essen Apartments is about 3.0%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Essen Apartments?

Essen Apartments has 32 units across 1 block.

What is the nearest MRT to Essen Apartments?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Essen Apartments is Novena MRT, about 384 m away (~6 min walk).

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 qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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