Minbu Villa
Minbu Villa is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1981, with 34 units across 1 block. Across 35 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.85M (S$1,199 psf, ~2,519 sqft). There are 3 units for sale from S$3.25M to S$3.50M.
What are the key facts about Minbu Villa?
Minbu Villa is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1981, with 34 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 1981
- Developer
- —
- Total units
- 34
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 11 (Novena)
- Market segment
- CCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,199 psf
- Last transacted
- Mar 2026
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Minbu Villa?
Units have recently transacted around S$2.85M (S$1,199 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.9% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$2.85M
recent · 35 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,199 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$4,554
35 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
1.9%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Mar 2026.
What has recently sold at Minbu Villa?
Minbu Villa has 35 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$3,280,000 in Mar 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2026 | S$3,280,000 | 2,519 | S$1,302 psf |
| Apr 2025 | S$3,100,000 | 2,519 | S$1,231 psf |
| Apr 2025 | S$3,180,000 | 2,336 | S$1,361 psf |
| Jun 2022 | S$2,850,000 | 2,336 | S$1,220 psf |
| Sept 2021 | S$2,800,000 | 2,336 | S$1,199 psf |
| Jan 2020 | S$2,600,000 | 2,336 | S$1,113 psf |
| Dec 2019 | S$2,800,000 | 2,519 | S$1,112 psf |
| Oct 2019 | S$3,100,000 | 2,519 | S$1,231 psf |
| Jun 2019 | S$3,100,000 | 2,519 | S$1,231 psf |
| Jun 2019 | S$2,850,000 | 2,519 | S$1,132 psf |
| Sept 2018 | S$2,980,000 | 2,519 | S$1,183 psf |
| May 2015 | S$2,420,000 | 2,519 | S$961 psf |
35 sales and 35 rentals on record since May 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Minbu Villa rising?
The median transacted PSF at Minbu Villa has risen 261% over the past 26 years (1999–2025), from S$341 psf to S$1,231 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | S$1,231 psf | S$3.10M | 2 | +8.7% |
| 2019 | S$1,132 psf | S$2.85M | 4 | +18.8% |
| 2015 | S$953 psf | S$2.40M | 2 | -7.2% |
| 2013 | S$1,027 psf | S$2.50M | 3 | +17.6% |
| 2012 | S$873 psf | S$2.20M | 3 | +22.1% |
| 2010 | S$715 psf | S$1.80M | 4 | +109.7% |
| 1999 | S$341 psf | S$830k | 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 Minbu Villa?
5,862 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Minbu Villa 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 Minbu Villa?
Minbu Villa has 3 units listed for sale, spanning 3-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 3 | S$3.25M–S$3.50M | — |
Where is Minbu Villa and what's nearby?
Minbu Villa is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Minbu Villa is a freehold apartment completed in 1981. The development has 34 residential units. It sits on a land area of 3,570 sqm and has a gross floor area of 9,996 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
MINBU VILLA is located at 56 Minbu Road, Singapore 308185. 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 758m away, around 12 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Toa Payoh Town Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Basement car park and Swimming pool.
Who built Minbu Villa and how big is the development?
Minbu Villa was developed by —, with 34 units.
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 3,570 sqm (38,427 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 9,996 sqm (107,596 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
How far is Minbu Villa from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Minbu Villa is Novena MRT, about 758 m away (~12 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Novena MRT758 m · ~12 min
- Toa Payoh MRT763 m · ~12 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km913 m
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority936 m
- Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.0 km
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
- Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.4 km
- Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.5 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does Minbu Villa have?
Minbu Villa has 2 facilities, including Basement car park, Swimming pool.
What does it cost to own a unit at Minbu Villa?
Buying a unit at Minbu Villa (~S$2.85M) needs about S$20,863/mo in income and S$9,598/mo in repayments, after S$112,100 stamp duty and a S$713k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.85M) 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$112,100
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$713k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$9,598/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$20,863/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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Thinking about Minbu Villa? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Minbu Villa's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Minbu Villa sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Minbu Villa
How much does a unit at Minbu Villa cost?⌄
Units at Minbu Villa have recently transacted around S$2.85M (S$1,199 psf), from 35 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Minbu Villa?⌄
For a unit around S$2.85M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$20,863/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$9,598/mo after a S$713k (25%) downpayment and S$112,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Minbu Villa a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 1.9%; median PSF has risen about 261% since 1999. 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 Minbu Villa going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Minbu Villa has risen about 261% between 1999 and 2025, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Minbu Villa freehold or leasehold?⌄
Minbu Villa is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Minbu Villa built and who developed it?⌄
Minbu Villa obtained TOP in 1981, with 34 units across 1 block.
How many units are for sale at Minbu Villa?⌄
There are 3 units for sale at Minbu Villa, from S$3.25M to S$3.50M.
What is the nearest MRT to Minbu Villa?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to Minbu Villa is Novena MRT, about 758 m away (~12 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Minbu Villa?⌄
St. Joseph's Institution Junior is within 1 km of Minbu Villa — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.