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FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

Ikigai

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

Ikigai is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2024, with 16 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$2.24M (S$2,277 psf), from 16 sales on record. There are 10 units for sale from S$1.50M to S$4.43M.

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What are the key facts about Ikigai?

Key Takeaway

Ikigai is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2024, with 16 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2024
Developer
OPULENT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Total units
16
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 11 (Novena)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$2,277 psf
Last transacted
Jan 2026
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Ikigai?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$2.24M (S$2,277 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.0% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$2.24M

recent · 16 sales on record

Median PSF

S$2,277 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,764

7 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.0%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,270 psf.

Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2026.

3

What has recently sold at Ikigai?

Key Takeaway

Ikigai has 16 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$3,800,000 in Jan 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jan 2026S$3,800,0001,916S$1,983 psf
Nov 2025S$2,950,0001,496S$1,972 psf
Jun 2024S$3,635,8001,572S$2,314 psf
Feb 2024S$2,520,0001,087S$2,318 psf
Feb 2024S$2,530,0001,087S$2,327 psf
Oct 2023S$2,200,000969S$2,271 psf
Jun 2023S$2,240,000969S$2,312 psf
May 2023S$1,480,000635S$2,330 psf
Apr 2023S$2,259,907969S$2,333 psf
Mar 2023S$1,352,800603S$2,244 psf
Feb 2023S$1,421,200635S$2,238 psf
Nov 2022S$1,445,760635S$2,277 psf

16 sales and 7 rentals on record since Apr 2022. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at Ikigai?

Key Takeaway

Ikigai has 10 units listed for sale, spanning 1–3-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
1-bedroom4S$1.50M–S$1.52MS$2,362 psf
3-bedroom6S$3.40M–S$4.43MS$2,269 psf
5

Where is Ikigai and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Ikigai is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Ikigai is a freehold apartment completed in 2024. It was developed by OPULENT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 16 residential units.

IKIGAI is located at 38 Shrewsbury Road, Singapore 307818. 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 490m away, around 8 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Pek Kio Market & Food Centre for food options, and Pek Kio Park for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Open car park, Playground, and 24 hours security.

6

How far is Ikigai from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Ikigai is Novena MRT, about 490 m away (~8 min walk). 3 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 priority203 m
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority719 m
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km936 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.2 km
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.3 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.3 km
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.6 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: United Square · 432 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 360 mHawker centre: Pek Kio Market & Food Centre · 369 mPark: Pek Kio Park · 281 m

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

7

What facilities does Ikigai have?

Key Takeaway

Ikigai has 3 facilities, including Open car park, Playground, 24 hours security.

Open car parkPlayground24 hours security
8

What does it cost to own a unit at Ikigai?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Ikigai (~S$2.24M) needs about S$16,397/mo in income and S$7,544/mo in repayments, after S$81,600 stamp duty and a S$560k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.24M) 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$81,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$560k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$7,544/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$16,397/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Ikigai

What is the price at Ikigai?

Units at Ikigai have recently transacted around S$2.24M (S$2,277 psf), from 16 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at Ikigai?

Units for sale at Ikigai are asking a median of about S$2,270 psf.

Is Ikigai freehold or leasehold?

Ikigai is freehold.

When was Ikigai built?

Ikigai obtained TOP in 2024, developed by OPULENT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.

How many units are for sale at Ikigai?

There are 10 units for sale at Ikigai, from S$1.50M to S$4.43M.

What is the rental yield at Ikigai?

Gross rental yield at Ikigai is about 2.0%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Ikigai?

Ikigai has 16 units across 1 block.

What facilities does Ikigai have?

Ikigai has 3 facilities, including Open car park, Playground, 24 hours security.

What is the nearest MRT to Ikigai?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Ikigai is Novena MRT, about 490 m away (~8 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Ikigai?

St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School are within 1 km of Ikigai — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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