FreeholdOCRDistrict 19 (Hougang)

Kovana

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through Nov 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

Kovana is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2007, with 18 units across 1 block. Across 27 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.53M (S$1,118 psf, ~1,184 sqft).

Key facts about Kovana
TenureFreehold
TOP year2007
DeveloperVANDAR PROPERTIES PTE LTD
Units18 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 19 · Hougang · OCR
Nearest MRTKovan MRT, 559 m (~9 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,118 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Nov 2025
1

What's for sale and for rent at Kovana?

Key Takeaway

Kovana has 0 units listed for sale, and 1 unit for rent at a median of S$5,300 a month.

For sale

0 listings

no asking prices

For rent

1 listing

S$5,300 – S$5,300 a month

Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Kovana?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Kovana aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 27 URA caveats, units range from 1,163 sqft to 2,734 sqft, and the middle half are 1,163 sqft to 1,421 sqft.

Check the Floor Plan Finder for Kovana →

Unit sizes from URA caveats.

3

What is the price and PSF at Kovana?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.53M (S$1,118 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.0% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.53M

recent · 27 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,118 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,804

37 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

3.0%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Nov 2025.

4

What has recently sold at Kovana?

Key Takeaway

Kovana has 27 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,200,000 in Nov 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Nov 2025S$2,200,0001,421S$1,548 psf
Jul 2024S$1,588,0001,184S$1,341 psf
Jun 2024S$1,530,0001,163S$1,316 psf
Feb 2023S$2,733,0002,734S$1,000 psf
Nov 2021S$1,698,0001,421S$1,195 psf
Jun 2021S$1,400,0001,163S$1,204 psf
Oct 2018S$1,338,0001,163S$1,151 psf
Jul 2018S$1,900,0002,282S$833 psf
Jul 2018S$1,320,0001,184S$1,115 psf
Feb 2018S$1,580,0001,421S$1,112 psf
Jun 2013S$1,300,0001,163S$1,118 psf
Dec 2012S$1,250,0001,184S$1,056 psf

27 sales and 37 rentals on record since Mar 2007. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Kovana rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Kovana has risen 91% over the past 17 years (20072024), from S$689 psf to S$1,316 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2024S$1,316 psfS$1.53M2+10.1%
2021S$1,195 psfS$1.40M2+7.5%
2018S$1,112 psfS$1.34M4+5.3%
2012S$1,056 psfS$1.34M4+15.0%
2011S$918 psfS$1.24M3+11.5%
2010S$823 psfS$974k4+19.4%
2007S$689 psfS$810k3

Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.

6

Is Kovana a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 11 units at Kovana that were bought and later resold (bought from 2007, resold up to 2025), 91% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 20% over a median 5.5-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.0%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

91%

of 11 resales here

Median gain

20%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.5 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Kovana with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

7

Where is Kovana and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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

Kovana is a freehold apartment completed in 2007. It was developed by VANDAR PROPERTIES PTE LTD. The development has 18 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,456 sqm and has a gross floor area of 2,038 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.

KOVANA is located at 53 Kovan Road, Singapore 548136. 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 Kovan MRT, approximately 559m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Heartland Mall Kovan for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Kovan Market & Food Centre for food options, and Richards Ave Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Jacuzzi and Swimming pool.

8

How far is Kovana from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Kovana is Kovan MRT, about 559 m away (~9 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km.

Getting around

Schools nearby

  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km878 m
  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary)Primary school1.0 km
  • Yuying Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
  • Xinghua Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Anderson Serangoon Junior CollegeJunior college1.1 km
  • Peicai Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
  • Zhonghua Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • St. Gabriel's Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Heartland Mall Kovan · 536 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 364 mHawker centre: Kovan Market & Food Centre · 611 mPark: Richards Ave Pk · 404 m

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

9

Who built Kovana and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Kovana was developed by VANDAR PROPERTIES PTE LTD, with 18 units.

Developer
VANDAR PROPERTIES PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
1,456 sqm (15,672 sqft)
Gross floor area
2,038 sqm (21,937 sqft)
Plot ratio
1.40
10

What facilities does Kovana have?

Key Takeaway

Kovana has 2 facilities, including Jacuzzi, Swimming pool.

JacuzziSwimming pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Kovana?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Kovana (~S$1.53M) needs about S$11,200/mo in income and S$5,153/mo in repayments, after S$46,100 stamp duty and a S$383k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.53M) 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$46,100

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$383k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,153/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$11,200/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around Kovana?

Key Takeaway

11,112 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 19 — where Kovana 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.

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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Kovana's own transactions.

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Is Kovana a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Kovana sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Kovana

Is Kovana freehold?

Yes. Kovana is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Kovana?

Kovana was completed (obtained TOP) in 2007, so it is about 19 years old.

Is Kovana a good investment?

Of 11 units at Kovana that were bought and later resold (bought from 2007, resold up to 2025), 91% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 20% over a median 5.5-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.0%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Kovana an EC?

No. Kovana is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of Kovana?

Kovana was developed by VANDAR PROPERTIES PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Kovana?

Units at Kovana have recently sold for around S$1.53M (S$1,118 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Nov 2025. The price depends on size, floor and facing.

Where is Kovana located?

Kovana is at 53 Kovan Road, Singapore 548136, in Hougang (District 19). The nearest MRT station is Kovan MRT, about 559 m away.

How many units are there in Kovana?

Kovana has 18 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Kovana?

For a unit around S$1.53M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$11,200/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,153/mo after a S$383k (25%) downpayment and S$46,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Kovana going up?

The median price per square foot at Kovana has risen about 91% between 2007 and 2024, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.