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999-yearOCRDistrict 19 (Hougang)

Kovan 81

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Apr 2024 (URA)
Quick Summary

Kovan 81 is a 999-year apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2001, with 29 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$1.10M (S$905 psf), from 52 sales on record. The lease has approximately 851 years remaining.

1

What are the key facts about Kovan 81?

Key Takeaway

Kovan 81 is a 999-year apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2001, with 29 units across 1 block.

Tenure
999-year
TOP / Completion
2001
Developer
SINO TAC HOLDING PTE LTD
Total units
29
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 19 (Hougang)
Market segment
OCR
Median PSF
S$905 psf
Last transacted
Apr 2024
Remaining lease
≈ 851 years
2

What is the price and PSF at Kovan 81?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.10M (S$905 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.4% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.10M

recent · 52 sales on record

Median PSF

S$905 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,235

81 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.4%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2024.

3

What has recently sold at Kovan 81?

Key Takeaway

Kovan 81 has 52 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,680,000 in Apr 2024 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Apr 2024S$1,680,0001,733S$969 psf
Oct 2021S$1,290,0001,076S$1,198 psf
Nov 2018S$1,155,0001,055S$1,095 psf
Mar 2018S$1,100,0001,055S$1,043 psf
Jul 2015S$1,110,0001,227S$905 psf
Jul 2015S$1,660,0001,959S$847 psf
Feb 2014S$1,035,0001,076S$962 psf
Oct 2012S$960,0001,033S$929 psf
May 2012S$950,0001,141S$833 psf
Feb 2011S$960,0001,173S$818 psf
Nov 2010S$1,150,0001,959S$587 psf
Nov 2010S$815,0001,141S$714 psf

52 sales and 81 rentals on record since Jul 2000. Source: URA.

4

Where is Kovan 81 and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Kovan 81 is located in Hougang, in the North-East Region of Singapore.

Kovan 81 is a 999-year apartment completed in 2001. It was developed by SINO TAC HOLDING PTE LTD. The development has 29 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,276 sqm and has a gross floor area of 3,184 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.

KOVAN 81 is located at 81 Kovan Road, Singapore 548173. 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 824m away, around 13 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include NEX for shopping, THONG CHEW FOOD INDUSTRIES PTE LTD for groceries, Kovan Market & Food Centre for food options, and Jln Geneng Interim Pk for greenery and recreation.

5

How far is Kovan 81 from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Kovan 81 is Serangoon MRT, about 824 m away (~13 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

Getting around

Schools nearby

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

  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km879 m
  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority968 m
  • St. Gabriel's Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
  • Peicai Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
  • Zhonghua Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Zhonghua Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Yuying Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Yangzheng Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Nex · 857 mSupermarket: Thong Chew Food Industries Pte Ltd · 321 mHawker centre: Kovan Market & Food Centre · 937 mPark: Jln Geneng Interim Pk · 342 m

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

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What does it cost to own a unit at Kovan 81?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Kovan 81 (~S$1.10M) needs about S$8,052/mo in income and S$3,705/mo in repayments, after S$28,600 stamp duty and a S$275k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.10M) 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$28,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$275k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$3,705/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$8,052/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Kovan 81

What is the price at Kovan 81?

Units at Kovan 81 have recently transacted around S$1.10M (S$905 psf), from 52 sales on record (URA caveat data).

Is Kovan 81 freehold or leasehold?

Kovan 81 is 999-year, with approximately 851 years remaining on the lease.

When was Kovan 81 built?

Kovan 81 obtained TOP in 2001, developed by SINO TAC HOLDING PTE LTD.

What is the rental yield at Kovan 81?

Gross rental yield at Kovan 81 is about 2.4%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Kovan 81?

Kovan 81 has 29 units across 1 block.

What is the nearest MRT to Kovan 81?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Kovan 81 is Serangoon MRT, about 824 m away (~13 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Kovan 81?

Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary) is within 1 km of Kovan 81 — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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