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Kovan Centre

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Nov 2009 (URA)
Quick Summary

Kovan Centre is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Serangoon) that obtained TOP in 1992. Units have recently transacted around S$1.28M (S$820 psf), from 23 sales on record. There are 5 units for sale from S$788k to S$1.70M.

1

What are the key facts about Kovan Centre?

Key Takeaway

Kovan Centre is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Serangoon) that obtained TOP in 1992.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1992
Developer
Total units
Blocks
District / Area
District 19 (Serangoon)
Market segment
OCR
Median PSF
S$820 psf
Last transacted
Nov 2009
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Kovan Centre?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.28M (S$820 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.4% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.28M

recent · 23 sales on record

Median PSF

S$820 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$1,500

35 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.4%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,566 psf — about 91% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Nov 2009.

3

What has recently sold at Kovan Centre?

Key Takeaway

Kovan Centre has 23 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,280,600 in Nov 2009 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Nov 2009S$1,280,6001,561S$820 psf
Nov 2009S$1,245,5291,475S$845 psf
Nov 2009S$1,284,9001,572S$818 psf
Nov 2009S$1,376,8001,776S$775 psf
Nov 2009S$1,245,6001,475S$845 psf
Nov 2009S$1,245,5291,475S$845 psf
Nov 2009S$1,337,4001,701S$786 psf
Nov 2009S$1,245,5001,475S$845 psf
Nov 2009S$1,280,6001,550S$826 psf
Nov 2009S$1,325,0001,668S$794 psf
Nov 2009S$1,280,6001,561S$820 psf
Nov 2009S$1,333,1001,690S$789 psf

23 sales and 35 rentals on record since Aug 1996. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at Kovan Centre?

Key Takeaway

Kovan Centre has 5 units listed for sale, spanning 1–2-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
1-bedroom2S$788k–S$790kS$1,833 psf
2-bedroom3S$1.50M–S$1.70MS$1,476 psf
5

Where is Kovan Centre and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Kovan Centre is located in Serangoon, in the North-East Region of Singapore.

Kovan Centre is a freehold apartment completed in 1992. It sits on a land area of 3,767 sqm and has a gross floor area of 11,300 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.

KOVAN CENTRE is located at 9 Yio Chu Kang Road, Singapore 545523. It is part of District 19, Serangoon Garden / Hougang / Punggol, Serangoon. The project falls within the North-East Region and the OCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Serangoon MRT, approximately 634m away, around 10 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. Facilities in the development include Basement car park, Eateries, Main entrance, and 24 hours security.

6

How far is Kovan Centre from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Kovan Centre is Serangoon MRT, about 634 m away (~10 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km.

Getting around

Schools nearby

  • St. Gabriel's Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km904 m
  • Peicai Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km941 m
  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km1000 m
  • Zhonghua Primary SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
  • Zhonghua Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
  • Yangzheng Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Nanyang Junior CollegeJunior college1.2 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Nex · 663 mSupermarket: Thong Chew Food Industries Pte Ltd · 260 mPark: Boundary Road Park · 242 m

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

7

What facilities does Kovan Centre have?

Key Takeaway

Kovan Centre has 4 facilities, including Basement car park, Eateries, Main entrance, 24 hours security.

Basement car parkEateriesMain entrance24 hours security
8

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

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Kovan Centre (~S$1.28M) needs about S$9,374/mo in income and S$4,313/mo in repayments, after S$35,824 stamp duty and a S$320k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.28M) 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$35,824

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$320k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,313/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$9,374/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Kovan Centre

What is the price at Kovan Centre?

Units at Kovan Centre have recently transacted around S$1.28M (S$820 psf), from 23 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at Kovan Centre?

Units for sale at Kovan Centre are asking a median of about S$1,566 psf.

Is Kovan Centre freehold or leasehold?

Kovan Centre is freehold.

When was Kovan Centre built?

Kovan Centre obtained TOP in 1992.

How many units are for sale at Kovan Centre?

There are 5 units for sale at Kovan Centre, from S$788k to S$1.70M.

What is the rental yield at Kovan Centre?

Gross rental yield at Kovan Centre is about 1.4%, based on median current rents and prices.

What facilities does Kovan Centre have?

Kovan Centre has 4 facilities, including Basement car park, Eateries, Main entrance, 24 hours security.

What is the nearest MRT to Kovan Centre?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Kovan Centre is Serangoon MRT, about 634 m away (~10 min walk).

Are there schools near Kovan Centre?

3 schools are within 1 km of Kovan Centre, including St. Gabriel's Secondary School, Peicai Secondary School, Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary).

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