Niven Loft
Niven Loft is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Rochor) that obtained TOP in 2004, with 6 units across 1 block. Across 13 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$813k (S$687 psf, ~1,098 sqft).
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2004 |
| Developer | TAN SENG ONG |
| Units | 6 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 9 · Rochor · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Rochor MRT, 332 m (~5 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$687 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2015 |
What's for sale and for rent at Niven Loft?
Niven Loft has 0 units listed for sale, and 15 units for rent at a median of S$6,200 a month.
For sale
0 listings
no asking prices
For rent
15 listings
S$3,300 – S$8,000 a month
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Niven Loft?
Floor plans for Niven Loft aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 13 URA caveats, units range from 1,033 sqft to 2,217 sqft, and the middle half are 1,033 sqft to 2,110 sqft.
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Unit sizes from URA caveats.
What is the price and PSF at Niven Loft?
Units have recently transacted around S$813k (S$687 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 7.2% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$813k
recent · 13 sales on record
Median PSF
S$687 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$4,866
28 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
7.2%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 2015.
What has recently sold at Niven Loft?
Niven Loft has 13 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,380,000 in Aug 2015 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2015 | S$1,380,000 | 1,033 | S$1,335 psf |
| Jul 2010 | S$1,210,000 | 1,098 | S$1,102 psf |
| Jun 2010 | S$1,600,000 | 2,217 | S$722 psf |
| Mar 2010 | S$1,028,000 | 1,033 | S$995 psf |
| Jun 2007 | S$1,450,000 | 2,110 | S$687 psf |
| Sept 2006 | S$850,000 | 2,110 | S$403 psf |
| Jul 2006 | S$668,000 | 1,033 | S$646 psf |
| Jul 2006 | S$780,000 | 1,098 | S$710 psf |
| Jul 2006 | S$685,000 | 1,033 | S$663 psf |
| Jun 2006 | S$813,000 | 2,110 | S$385 psf |
| Feb 2005 | S$720,500 | 2,217 | S$325 psf |
| Dec 2004 | S$775,000 | 1,033 | S$750 psf |
13 sales and 28 rentals on record since Sept 2004. Source: URA.
Are prices at Niven Loft rising?
The median transacted PSF at Niven Loft has risen 50% over the past 6 years (2004–2010), from S$665 psf to S$995 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | S$995 psf | S$1.21M | 3 | +54.0% |
| 2006 | S$646 psf | S$780k | 5 | -2.9% |
| 2004 | S$665 psf | S$730k | 2 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Niven Loft a good investment?
Niven Loft has only 6 resales on record, too few to judge on its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,754 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 19% over a median 5.9-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 7.2%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 9 sold for more
80%
of 13,754 private resales
Median gain
19%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.9 years
bought to resold
Niven Loft has fewer than 10 matched resales, so the figures are for District 9 as a whole. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Niven Loft and what's nearby?
Niven Loft is located in Rochor, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Niven Loft is a freehold apartment completed in 2004. It was developed by TAN SENG ONG. The development has 6 residential units. It sits on a land area of 235 sqm and has a gross floor area of 491 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.1.
NIVEN LOFT is located at 70 Niven Road, Singapore 228421. It is part of District 09, Orchard / Cairnhill / River Valley, Rochor. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Rochor MRT, approximately 332m away, around 5 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include The Cathay for shopping, SHENG SIONG SUPERMARKET PTE LTD for groceries, Tekka Market for food options, and Mount Emily Pk for greenery and recreation.
How far is Niven Loft from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Niven Loft is Rochor MRT, about 332 m away (~5 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Getting around
- Rochor MRT332 m · ~5 min
- Little India MRT360 m · ~6 min
- Bencoolen MRT566 m · ~9 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority426 m
- School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km528 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority939 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.1 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.6 km
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.8 km
- River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.9 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Niven Loft and how big is the development?
Niven Loft was developed by TAN SENG ONG, with 6 units.
- Developer
- TAN SENG ONG
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 235 sqm (2,530 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 491 sqm (5,285 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.10
What does it cost to own a unit at Niven Loft?
Buying a unit at Niven Loft (~S$813k) needs about S$5,951/mo in income and S$2,738/mo in repayments, after S$18,990 stamp duty and a S$203k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$813k) 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$18,990
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$203k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,738/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$5,951/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Niven Loft?
8,303 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Niven Loft sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
8,303
District 9 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
67,358
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 9 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about Niven Loft? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Niven Loft's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Niven Loft sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Niven Loft
Is Niven Loft freehold?⌄
Yes. Niven Loft is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Niven Loft?⌄
Niven Loft was completed (obtained TOP) in 2004, so it is about 22 years old.
Is Niven Loft a good investment?⌄
Niven Loft has only 6 resales on record, too few to judge on its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,754 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 19% over a median 5.9-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 7.2%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Niven Loft an EC?⌄
No. Niven Loft is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Niven Loft?⌄
Niven Loft was developed by TAN SENG ONG.
What is the price of a condo at Niven Loft?⌄
Units at Niven Loft have recently sold for around S$813k (S$687 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2015. The price depends on size, floor and facing.
Where is Niven Loft located?⌄
Niven Loft is at 70 Niven Road, Singapore 228421, in Rochor (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Rochor MRT, about 332 m away.
How many units are there in Niven Loft?⌄
Niven Loft has 6 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Niven Loft?⌄
For a unit around S$813k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$5,951/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,738/mo after a S$203k (25%) downpayment and S$18,990 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Niven Loft going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Niven Loft has risen about 50% between 2004 and 2010, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Niven Loft?⌄
St. Margaret's School (Primary), Farrer Park Primary School are within 1 km of Niven Loft. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.