Highland Centre
Highland Centre is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 1995, with 19 units across 1 block. Across 28 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$860k (S$408 psf, ~1,765 sqft). There are 2 units for sale from S$2.50M to S$2.50M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1995 |
| Units | 19 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 19 · Hougang · OCR |
| Nearest MRT | Serangoon MRT, 727 m (~11 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$408 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2022 |
What's for sale and for rent at Highland Centre?
Highland Centre has 2 units listed for sale, asking S$2.50M to S$2.50M (median S$1,416 psf), and 0 units for rent.
For sale
2 listings
S$2.50M – S$2.50M
For rent
0 listings
no asking rents
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 2 | S$2.50M–S$2.50M | S$1,416 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Highland Centre?
Floor plans for Highland Centre aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 28 URA caveats, units range from 1,163 sqft to 3,025 sqft, and the middle half are 1,851 sqft to 2,293 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 1,765 sqft | S$2.50M · S$1,416 psf |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Highland Centre →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Highland Centre?
Units have recently transacted around S$860k (S$408 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.7% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$860k
recent · 28 sales on record
Median PSF
S$408 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$1,900
23 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.7%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,416 psf — about 247% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2022.
What has recently sold at Highland Centre?
Highland Centre has 28 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,688,000 in Jan 2022 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2022 | S$1,688,000 | 1,765 | S$956 psf |
| Aug 2019 | S$1,000,000 | 1,163 | S$860 psf |
| Jul 2018 | S$1,500,000 | 1,851 | S$810 psf |
| Nov 2017 | S$1,400,000 | 1,765 | S$793 psf |
| Nov 2015 | S$1,200,000 | 1,550 | S$774 psf |
| Nov 2009 | S$762,000 | 1,765 | S$432 psf |
| Jul 2009 | S$918,000 | 2,250 | S$408 psf |
| Jun 2009 | S$860,000 | 2,250 | S$382 psf |
| Feb 2009 | S$460,000 | 1,163 | S$396 psf |
| Jan 2008 | S$850,000 | 2,293 | S$371 psf |
| May 2007 | S$750,000 | 2,347 | S$320 psf |
| Apr 2007 | S$760,000 | 2,304 | S$330 psf |
28 sales and 23 rentals on record since Feb 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Highland Centre rising?
The median transacted PSF at Highland Centre has fallen 3% over the past 14 years (1995–2009), from S$410 psf to S$396 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | S$396 psf | S$762k | 4 | +20.0% |
| 2007 | S$330 psf | S$750k | 3 | -30.2% |
| 1996 | S$473 psf | S$1.07M | 2 | +15.4% |
| 1995 | S$410 psf | S$925k | 10 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Highland Centre a good investment?
Of 10 units at Highland Centre that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2022), 50% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 0% over a median 10.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.7%. Units listed now ask about 247% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Sold for more than bought
50%
of 10 resales here
Median gain
0%
gross, before costs
Median hold
10.2 years
bought to resold
Every unit at Highland Centre with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Highland Centre and what's nearby?
Highland Centre is located in Hougang, in the North-East Region of Singapore.
Highland Centre is a freehold apartment completed in 1995. The development has 19 residential units. It sits on a land area of 4,237 sqm and has a gross floor area of 12,711 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.
HIGHLAND CENTRE is located at 22 Yio Chu Kang Road, Singapore 545535. It is part of District 19, Serangoon Garden / Hougang / Punggol, Hougang. The project falls within the North-East Region and the OCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Serangoon MRT, approximately 727m away, around 11 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include NEX for shopping, THONG CHEW FOOD INDUSTRIES PTE LTD for groceries, and Boundary Road Park for greenery and recreation.
How far is Highland Centre from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Highland Centre is Serangoon MRT, about 727 m away (~11 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Serangoon MRT727 m · ~11 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Peicai Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km927 m
- Zhonghua Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority990 m
- St. Gabriel's Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km998 m
- Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)Secondary school1.0 km
- Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
- Zhonghua Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
- Yangzheng Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
- Nanyang Junior CollegeJunior college1.3 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Highland Centre and how big is the development?
Highland Centre was developed by —, with 19 units.
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 4,237 sqm (45,607 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 12,711 sqm (136,820 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 3.00
What does it cost to own a unit at Highland Centre?
Buying a unit at Highland Centre (~S$860k) needs about S$6,295/mo in income and S$2,896/mo in repayments, after S$20,400 stamp duty and a S$215k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$860k) 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$20,400
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$215k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,896/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$6,295/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Highland Centre?
11,112 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 19 — where Highland Centre sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
11,112
District 19 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
72,395
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 19 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about Highland Centre? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Highland Centre's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Highland Centre sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Highland Centre
Is Highland Centre freehold?⌄
Yes. Highland Centre is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Highland Centre?⌄
Highland Centre was completed (obtained TOP) in 1995, so it is about 31 years old.
Is Highland Centre a good investment?⌄
Of 10 units at Highland Centre that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2022), 50% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 0% over a median 10.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.7%. Units listed now ask about 247% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Highland Centre an EC?⌄
No. Highland Centre is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
What is the price of a condo at Highland Centre?⌄
Units at Highland Centre have recently sold for around S$860k (S$408 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2022. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 2 units are listed for sale from S$2.50M to S$2.50M.
Where is Highland Centre located?⌄
Highland Centre is at 22 Yio Chu Kang Road, Singapore 545535, in Hougang (District 19). The nearest MRT station is Serangoon MRT, about 727 m away.
How many units are there in Highland Centre?⌄
Highland Centre has 19 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Highland Centre?⌄
For a unit around S$860k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$6,295/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,896/mo after a S$215k (25%) downpayment and S$20,400 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Highland Centre going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Highland Centre has fallen about 3% between 1995 and 2009, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Highland Centre?⌄
Zhonghua Primary School is within 1 km of Highland Centre. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.