Lion Towers
Lion Towers is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1978, with 52 units across 1 block. Across 32 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.50M (S$1,343 psf, ~1,862 sqft). There are 2 units for sale from S$4.00M to S$4.00M.
What are the key facts about Lion Towers?
Lion Towers is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1978, with 52 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 1978
- Developer
- —
- Total units
- 52
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 11 (Novena)
- Market segment
- CCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,343 psf
- Last transacted
- Apr 2026
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Lion Towers?
Units have recently transacted around S$2.50M (S$1,343 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.8% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$2.50M
recent · 32 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,343 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,800
186 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
1.8%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2026.
What has recently sold at Lion Towers?
Lion Towers has 32 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$3,530,000 in Apr 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2026 | S$3,530,000 | 1,862 | S$1,896 psf |
| Oct 2023 | S$3,300,000 | 1,862 | S$1,772 psf |
| Mar 2023 | S$3,230,000 | 1,862 | S$1,735 psf |
| Nov 2017 | S$2,500,000 | 1,862 | S$1,343 psf |
| Nov 2016 | S$2,420,000 | 1,862 | S$1,300 psf |
| Jul 2016 | S$2,380,000 | 1,862 | S$1,278 psf |
| May 2015 | S$2,700,000 | 1,862 | S$1,450 psf |
| Aug 2012 | S$2,980,000 | 1,862 | S$1,600 psf |
| Jun 2012 | S$2,668,000 | 1,862 | S$1,433 psf |
| Apr 2011 | S$2,320,000 | 1,862 | S$1,246 psf |
| Sept 2010 | S$2,180,000 | 1,862 | S$1,171 psf |
| Aug 2009 | S$1,760,000 | 1,862 | S$945 psf |
32 sales and 186 rentals on record since Apr 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Lion Towers rising?
The median transacted PSF at Lion Towers has risen 203% over the past 28 years (1995–2023), from S$572 psf to S$1,735 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | S$1,735 psf | S$3.23M | 2 | +35.8% |
| 2016 | S$1,278 psf | S$2.38M | 2 | -10.8% |
| 2012 | S$1,433 psf | S$2.67M | 2 | +61.7% |
| 2009 | S$886 psf | S$1.65M | 2 | +73.7% |
| 2005 | S$510 psf | S$950k | 3 | +11.1% |
| 2003 | S$459 psf | S$855k | 2 | -10.0% |
| 2002 | S$510 psf | S$950k | 2 | +3.2% |
| 2001 | S$494 psf | S$920k | 2 | +1.0% |
| 2000 | S$489 psf | S$910k | 2 | -14.5% |
| 1995 | S$572 psf | S$1.06M | 5 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around Lion Towers?
5,862 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Lion Towers sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
5,862
District 11 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
30,333
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
What bedroom types are available at Lion Towers?
Lion Towers has 2 units listed for sale, spanning 3-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 2 | S$4.00M–S$4.00M | — |
Where is Lion Towers and what's nearby?
Lion Towers is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Lion Towers is a freehold apartment completed in 1978. The development has 52 residential units. It sits on a land area of 3,754 sqm and has a gross floor area of 10,516 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
LION TOWERS is located at 2 Essex Road, Singapore 309330. 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 460m away, around 7 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Pek Kio Market & Food Centre for food options, and Thomson Rd Pg for greenery and recreation.
Who built Lion Towers and how big is the development?
Lion Towers was developed by —, with 52 units.
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 3,754 sqm (40,408 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 10,516 sqm (113,193 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
How far is Lion Towers from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Lion Towers is Novena MRT, about 460 m away (~7 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.
Getting around
- Novena MRT460 m · ~7 min
- Newton MRT890 m · ~14 min
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 priority133 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority767 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority937 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.1 km
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.4 km
- Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.4 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What does it cost to own a unit at Lion Towers?
Buying a unit at Lion Towers (~S$2.50M) needs about S$18,301/mo in income and S$8,420/mo in repayments, after S$94,600 stamp duty and a S$625k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$94,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$625k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$8,420/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$18,301/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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Thinking about Lion Towers? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Lion Towers's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Lion Towers sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Lion Towers
How much does a unit at Lion Towers cost?⌄
Units at Lion Towers have recently transacted around S$2.50M (S$1,343 psf), from 32 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Lion Towers?⌄
For a unit around S$2.50M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$18,301/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$8,420/mo after a S$625k (25%) downpayment and S$94,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Lion Towers a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 1.8%; median PSF has risen about 203% since 1995. Whether it suits you depends on your budget, holding period and the unit's size, floor and facing — all summarised on this page from URA data.
Are prices at Lion Towers going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Lion Towers has risen about 203% between 1995 and 2023, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Lion Towers freehold or leasehold?⌄
Lion Towers is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Lion Towers built and who developed it?⌄
Lion Towers obtained TOP in 1978, with 52 units across 1 block.
How many units are for sale at Lion Towers?⌄
There are 2 units for sale at Lion Towers, from S$4.00M to S$4.00M.
What is the nearest MRT to Lion Towers?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to Lion Towers is Novena MRT, about 460 m away (~7 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Lion Towers?⌄
St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School, Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) are within 1 km of Lion Towers — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.