Nomu
Nomu is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Museum) that obtained TOP in 2009, with 50 units across 1 block. Across 87 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.30M (S$2,488 psf, ~1,109 sqft). There are 24 units for sale from S$1.50M to S$5.50M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2009 |
| Developer | HANDY INVESTMENTS PTE LTD |
| Units | 50 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 9 · Museum · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Dhoby Ghaut MRT, 127 m (~2 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$2,488 psf, last 12 URA caveats to May 2025 |
What's for sale and for rent at Nomu?
Nomu has 24 units listed for sale, asking S$1.50M to S$5.50M (median S$2,744 psf), and 6 units for rent at a median of S$1,800 a month.
For sale
24 listings
S$1.50M – S$5.50M
For rent
6 listings
S$1,500 – S$8,200 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 9 | S$1.50M–S$1.79M | S$2,653 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 4 | S$1.80M–S$2.40M | S$2,744 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 11 | S$3.10M–S$5.50M | S$2,772 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Nomu?
Floor plans for Nomu aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 87 URA caveats, units range from 461 sqft to 4,370 sqft, and the middle half are 614 sqft to 1,389 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 603 sqft to 721 sqft | S$1.50M · S$2,653 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 656 sqft to 936 sqft | S$1.80M · S$2,744 psf |
| 3-bedroom | 1,109 sqft to 3,659 sqft | S$3.10M · S$2,772 psf |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Nomu →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Nomu?
Units have recently transacted around S$2.30M (S$2,488 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.4% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$2.30M
recent · 87 sales on record
Median PSF
S$2,488 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$4,511
387 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.4%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,744 psf — about 10% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through May 2025.
What has recently sold at Nomu?
Nomu has 87 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,190,000 in May 2025 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2025 | S$1,190,000 | 474 | S$2,513 psf |
| Jan 2025 | S$2,880,000 | 1,109 | S$2,598 psf |
| Dec 2024 | S$3,455,000 | 1,389 | S$2,488 psf |
| Aug 2023 | S$2,982,200 | 1,152 | S$2,589 psf |
| Apr 2023 | S$3,430,000 | 1,389 | S$2,470 psf |
| Aug 2022 | S$3,500,000 | 1,389 | S$2,521 psf |
| Jul 2022 | S$1,600,000 | 614 | S$2,608 psf |
| Jun 2022 | S$3,488,888 | 1,389 | S$2,513 psf |
| Dec 2021 | S$2,300,000 | 1,109 | S$2,075 psf |
| Apr 2021 | S$1,360,000 | 603 | S$2,256 psf |
| Apr 2021 | S$1,110,000 | 474 | S$2,344 psf |
| Jan 2020 | S$2,200,000 | 1,109 | S$1,984 psf |
87 sales and 387 rentals on record since Feb 2006. Source: URA.
Are prices at Nomu rising?
The median transacted PSF at Nomu has risen 68% over the past 17 years (2008–2025), from S$1,499 psf to S$2,513 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | S$2,513 psf | S$1.19M | 2 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | S$2,470 psf | S$2.98M | 2 | -2.0% |
| 2022 | S$2,521 psf | S$3.49M | 3 | +11.7% |
| 2021 | S$2,256 psf | S$1.36M | 3 | +8.4% |
| 2019 | S$2,082 psf | S$2.31M | 2 | -9.0% |
| 2018 | S$2,289 psf | S$1.16M | 2 | +15.0% |
| 2017 | S$1,991 psf | S$1.55M | 6 | -8.9% |
| 2010 | S$2,186 psf | S$1.44M | 4 | +36.9% |
| 2009 | S$1,597 psf | S$1.13M | 11 | +6.5% |
| 2008 | S$1,499 psf | S$928k | 2 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Nomu a good investment?
Of 42 units at Nomu that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2025), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 48% over a median 4.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.4%. Units listed now ask about 10% more 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
98%
of 42 resales here
Median gain
48%
gross, before costs
Median hold
4.2 years
bought to resold
Every unit at Nomu 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 Nomu and what's nearby?
Nomu is located in Museum, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Nomu is a freehold apartment completed in 2009. It was developed by HANDY INVESTMENTS PTE LTD. The development has 50 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,932 sqm and has a gross floor area of 5,410 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
NOMU is located at 20 Handy Road, Singapore 229236. It is part of District 09, Orchard / Cairnhill / River Valley, Museum. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Dhoby Ghaut MRT, approximately 127m away, around 2 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include The Cathay for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Albert Centre Market & Food Centre for food options, and Handy Rd Os for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Basement car park, Gymnasium room, Lap pool, and 24 hours security.
How far is Nomu from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Nomu is Dhoby Ghaut MRT, about 127 m away (~2 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Dhoby Ghaut MRT127 m · ~2 min
- Bencoolen MRT392 m · ~6 min
- Bras Basah MRT530 m · ~8 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km200 m
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority465 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.3 km
- River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.5 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school2.0 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Nomu and how big is the development?
Nomu was developed by HANDY INVESTMENTS PTE LTD, designed by W O H A ARCHITECTS PTE LTD, with 50 units over up to 11 storeys.
- Developer
- HANDY INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
- Architect
- W O H A ARCHITECTS PTE LTD
- Main contractor
- GAMMON PTE LIMITED
- Floors
- 11 storeys
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,932 sqm (20,796 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 5,410 sqm (58,233 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
What facilities does Nomu have?
Nomu has 5 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Basement car park, Gymnasium room, Lap pool, and more.
What does it cost to own a unit at Nomu?
Buying a unit at Nomu (~S$2.30M) needs about S$16,837/mo in income and S$7,746/mo in repayments, after S$84,600 stamp duty and a S$575k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.30M) 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$84,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$575k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$7,746/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$16,837/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Nomu?
8,303 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Nomu 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 Nomu? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Nomu's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Nomu sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Nomu
Is Nomu freehold?⌄
Yes. Nomu is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Nomu?⌄
Nomu was completed (obtained TOP) in 2009, so it is about 17 years old.
Is Nomu a good investment?⌄
Of 42 units at Nomu that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2025), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 48% over a median 4.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.4%. Units listed now ask about 10% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Nomu an EC?⌄
No. Nomu is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Nomu?⌄
Nomu was developed by HANDY INVESTMENTS PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at Nomu?⌄
Units at Nomu have recently sold for around S$2.30M (S$2,488 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to May 2025. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 24 units are listed for sale from S$1.50M to S$5.50M.
Where is Nomu located?⌄
Nomu is at 20 Handy Road, Singapore 229236, in Museum (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Dhoby Ghaut MRT, about 127 m away.
How many units are there in Nomu?⌄
Nomu has 50 units in 1 block, up to 11 storeys high.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Nomu?⌄
For a unit around S$2.30M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$16,837/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$7,746/mo after a S$575k (25%) downpayment and S$84,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Nomu going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Nomu has risen about 68% between 2008 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 Nomu?⌄
St. Margaret's School (Primary) is within 1 km of Nomu. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.