Lucida
Lucida is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2011, with 62 units across 1 block. Across 110 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.67M (S$1,634 psf, ~1,066 sqft). There are 35 units for sale from S$1.13M to S$5.79M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2011 |
| Developer | NOVELTY ORGANISATION PTE LTD |
| Units | 62 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 11 · Novena · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Novena MRT, 655 m (~10 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$1,634 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2025 |
What's for sale and for rent at Lucida?
Lucida has 35 units listed for sale, asking S$1.13M to S$5.79M (median S$1,384 psf), and 4 units for rent at a median of S$1,000 a month.
For sale
35 listings
S$1.13M – S$5.79M
For rent
4 listings
S$1,000 – S$6,900 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 7 | S$1.13M–S$1.17M | S$1,824 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 3 | S$1.90M–S$2.00M | S$1,730 psf |
| 4-bedroom | 20 | S$5.78M–S$5.79M | S$1,384 psf |
| 5-bedroom | 5 | S$5.78M–S$5.78M | S$1,384 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Lucida?
PropKaki has 6 layouts on record for Lucida, from 1 to 4 bedrooms (624 sqft to 4,176 sqft).
| Bedrooms | Layouts | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 1 | 624 sq ft |
| 2 Bedroom | 2 | 1,066 to 1,098 sq ft |
| 3 Bedroom | 1 | 1,324 sq ft |
| 4 Bedroom | 2 | 3,854 to 4,176 sq ft |
PropKaki holds 6 floor plans for Lucida.
See Lucida's floor plans — ask PropKaki.
Ask PropKakisqm ↔ sq ft converterLayouts digitised from developer brochures.
What is the price and PSF at Lucida?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.67M (S$1,634 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.6% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.67M
recent · 110 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,634 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,652
371 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.6%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,384 psf — about 15% below the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Oct 2025.
What has recently sold at Lucida?
Lucida has 110 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,788,000 in Oct 2025 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | S$1,788,000 | 1,098 | S$1,629 psf |
| Oct 2025 | S$1,760,000 | 1,066 | S$1,652 psf |
| Dec 2024 | S$2,368,000 | 1,324 | S$1,789 psf |
| Aug 2024 | S$1,065,000 | 624 | S$1,706 psf |
| Sept 2023 | S$1,086,000 | 624 | S$1,740 psf |
| May 2023 | S$1,028,888 | 624 | S$1,648 psf |
| Oct 2022 | S$1,020,000 | 624 | S$1,634 psf |
| Jul 2022 | S$5,000,000 | 3,854 | S$1,298 psf |
| Jul 2022 | S$1,741,000 | 1,066 | S$1,634 psf |
| Feb 2022 | S$1,670,000 | 1,066 | S$1,567 psf |
| Dec 2021 | S$1,080,000 | 624 | S$1,730 psf |
| Dec 2021 | S$1,788,000 | 1,098 | S$1,629 psf |
110 sales and 371 rentals on record since Nov 2007. Source: URA.
Are prices at Lucida rising?
The median transacted PSF at Lucida has risen 23% over the past 9 years (2016–2025), from S$1,321 psf to S$1,629 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | S$1,629 psf | S$1.76M | 2 | -4.5% |
| 2024 | S$1,706 psf | S$1.06M | 2 | +3.5% |
| 2023 | S$1,648 psf | S$1.03M | 2 | +5.2% |
| 2022 | S$1,567 psf | S$1.67M | 4 | -3.8% |
| 2021 | S$1,629 psf | S$1.57M | 3 | +6.5% |
| 2020 | S$1,530 psf | S$1.63M | 3 | +1.6% |
| 2019 | S$1,506 psf | S$940k | 2 | -0.8% |
| 2018 | S$1,518 psf | S$992k | 3 | +14.8% |
| 2017 | S$1,322 psf | S$1.55M | 4 | +0.1% |
| 2016 | S$1,321 psf | S$950k | 2 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Lucida a good investment?
Of 49 units at Lucida that were bought and later resold (bought from 2007, resold up to 2025), 84% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 23% over a median 5.6-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.6%. Units listed now ask about 15% less per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Sold for more than bought
84%
of 49 resales here
Median gain
23%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.6 years
bought to resold
Every unit at Lucida with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Lucida and what's nearby?
Lucida is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Lucida is a freehold apartment completed in 2011. It was developed by NOVELTY ORGANISATION PTE LTD. The development has 62 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,453 sqm and has a gross floor area of 4,067 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
LUCIDA is located at 2 Suffolk Road, Singapore 307780. 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 655m away, around 10 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. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Playground, and Swimming pool.
How far is Lucida from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Lucida is Novena MRT, about 655 m away (~10 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.
Getting around
- Novena MRT655 m · ~10 min
- Newton MRT793 m · ~12 min
- Little India MRT949 m · ~15 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 priority355 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority708 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority729 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.1 km
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.2 km
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
- Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.5 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Lucida and how big is the development?
Lucida was developed by NOVELTY ORGANISATION PTE LTD, designed by JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD, with 62 units.
- Developer
- NOVELTY ORGANISATION PTE LTD
- Architect
- JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD
- Main contractor
- NOVELTY SPH CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,453 sqm (15,640 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 4,067 sqm (43,777 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
What facilities does Lucida have?
Lucida has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Playground, Swimming pool.
What does it cost to own a unit at Lucida?
Buying a unit at Lucida (~S$1.67M) needs about S$12,225/mo in income and S$5,624/mo in repayments, after S$53,100 stamp duty and a S$418k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.67M) 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$53,100
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$418k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$5,624/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$12,225/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Lucida?
6,366 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Lucida sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
6,366
District 11 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
31,498
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about Lucida? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Lucida's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Lucida sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Lucida
Is Lucida freehold?⌄
Yes. Lucida is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Lucida?⌄
Lucida was completed (obtained TOP) in 2011, so it is about 15 years old.
Is Lucida a good investment?⌄
Of 49 units at Lucida that were bought and later resold (bought from 2007, resold up to 2025), 84% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 23% over a median 5.6-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.6%. Units listed now ask about 15% less per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Lucida an EC?⌄
No. Lucida is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Lucida?⌄
Lucida was developed by NOVELTY ORGANISATION PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at Lucida?⌄
Units at Lucida have recently sold for around S$1.67M (S$1,634 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2025. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 35 units are listed for sale from S$1.13M to S$5.79M.
Where is Lucida located?⌄
Lucida is at 2 Suffolk Road, Singapore 307780, in Novena (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 655 m away.
How many units are there in Lucida?⌄
Lucida has 62 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Lucida?⌄
For a unit around S$1.67M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$12,225/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,624/mo after a S$418k (25%) downpayment and S$53,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Lucida going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Lucida has risen about 23% between 2016 and 2025, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Lucida?⌄
St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School, Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) are within 1 km of Lucida. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.