FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

Nova 48

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through Oct 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

Nova 48 is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2011, with 48 units across 2 blocks. Across 91 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.62M (S$1,709 psf, ~936 sqft). There are 8 units for sale from S$2.38M to S$3.39M.

Key facts about Nova 48
TenureFreehold
TOP year2011
DeveloperROXY HOMES PTE LTD
Units48 in 2 blocks
District and areaDistrict 12 · Novena · RCR
Nearest MRTNovena MRT, 780 m (~12 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,709 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2025
1

What's for sale and for rent at Nova 48?

Key Takeaway

Nova 48 has 8 units listed for sale, asking S$2.38M to S$3.39M (median S$1,692 psf), and 8 units for rent at a median of S$1,500 a month.

For sale

8 listings

S$2.38M – S$3.39M

For rent

8 listings

S$1,180 – S$3,400 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
3-bedroom2S$2.50M–S$2.50MS$2,277 psf
4-bedroom6S$2.38M–S$3.39MS$1,692 psf

Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Nova 48?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Nova 48 aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 91 URA caveats, units range from 657 sqft to 2,002 sqft, and the middle half are 936 sqft to 1,152 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
3-bedroom1,098 sqftS$2.50M · S$2,277 psf
4-bedroom1,152 sqft to 2,002 sqftS$2.38M · S$1,692 psf

Check the Floor Plan Finder for Nova 48 →

Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at Nova 48?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.62M (S$1,709 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.7% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.62M

recent · 91 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,709 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,664

194 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.7%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,692 psf.

Source: URA caveat data, through Oct 2025.

4

What has recently sold at Nova 48?

Key Takeaway

Nova 48 has 91 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,490,000 in Oct 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Oct 2025S$1,490,000861S$1,730 psf
Sept 2025S$2,080,0001,152S$1,806 psf
Sept 2024S$1,900,0001,098S$1,731 psf
Apr 2024S$1,480,000861S$1,719 psf
Feb 2024S$1,630,000936S$1,741 psf
Oct 2023S$1,750,0001,066S$1,642 psf
Sept 2023S$1,600,000936S$1,709 psf
Feb 2023S$1,619,800936S$1,730 psf
Feb 2023S$1,810,0001,066S$1,699 psf
Aug 2022S$1,680,0001,066S$1,577 psf
Apr 2019S$1,398,0001,098S$1,273 psf
Oct 2018S$1,120,000861S$1,301 psf

91 sales and 194 rentals on record since Jan 2009. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Nova 48 rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Nova 48 has risen 76% over the past 15 years (20102025), from S$985 psf to S$1,730 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2025S$1,730 psfS$1.49M2-0.1%
2024S$1,731 psfS$1.63M3+1.9%
2023S$1,699 psfS$1.62M4+30.6%
2018S$1,301 psfS$1.35M5+10.7%
2017S$1,175 psfS$1.10M2-3.0%
2016S$1,211 psfS$1.29M2+3.1%
2014S$1,175 psfS$1.10M2-4.0%
2012S$1,224 psfS$1.29M8+7.4%
2011S$1,140 psfS$1.25M9+15.7%
2010S$985 psfS$1.05M4

Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.

6

Is Nova 48 a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 43 units at Nova 48 that were bought and later resold (bought from 2009, resold up to 2025), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 36% over a median 4.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.7%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

98%

of 43 resales here

Median gain

36%

gross, before costs

Median hold

4.2 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Nova 48 with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

7

Where is Nova 48 and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Nova 48 is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Nova 48 is a freehold apartment completed in 2011. It was developed by ROXY HOMES PTE LTD. The development has 48 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,813 sqm and has a gross floor area of 5,077 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

NOVA 48 is located at 10 Prome Road, Singapore 328316. It is part of District 12, Balestier / Toa Payoh / Serangoon, Novena. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Novena MRT, approximately 780m 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 Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Playground, and Sauna.

8

How far is Nova 48 from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Nova 48 is Novena MRT, about 780 m away (~12 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

Getting around

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 priority902 m
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km991 m
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.0 km
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.2 km
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 732 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 211 mHawker centre: Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # · 579 mPark: Toa Payoh Town Pk · 628 m

Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.

9

Who built Nova 48 and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Nova 48 was developed by ROXY HOMES PTE LTD, designed by JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD, with 48 units.

Developer
ROXY HOMES PTE LTD
Architect
JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD
Main contractor
ADMIN CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
Blocks
2
Land area
1,813 sqm (19,515 sqft)
Gross floor area
5,077 sqm (54,648 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does Nova 48 have?

Key Takeaway

Nova 48 has 7 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkGymnasium roomJacuzziPlaygroundSaunaSwimming pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Nova 48?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Nova 48 (~S$1.62M) needs about S$11,857/mo in income and S$5,455/mo in repayments, after S$50,590 stamp duty and a S$405k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.62M) 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$50,590

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$405k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,455/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$11,857/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around Nova 48?

Key Takeaway

6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Nova 48 sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

6,318

District 12 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

24,291

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 12 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

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Thinking about Nova 48? Ask before you commit.

A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Nova 48's own transactions.

PropKaki
Is Nova 48 a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Nova 48 sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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13

Frequently asked questions about Nova 48

Is Nova 48 freehold?

Yes. Nova 48 is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Nova 48?

Nova 48 was completed (obtained TOP) in 2011, so it is about 15 years old.

Is Nova 48 a good investment?

Of 43 units at Nova 48 that were bought and later resold (bought from 2009, resold up to 2025), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 36% over a median 4.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.7%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Nova 48 an EC?

No. Nova 48 is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of Nova 48?

Nova 48 was developed by ROXY HOMES PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Nova 48?

Units at Nova 48 have recently sold for around S$1.62M (S$1,709 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Oct 2025. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 8 units are listed for sale from S$2.38M to S$3.39M.

Where is Nova 48 located?

Nova 48 is at 10 Prome Road, Singapore 328316, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 780 m away.

How many units are there in Nova 48?

Nova 48 has 48 units in 2 blocks.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Nova 48?

For a unit around S$1.62M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$11,857/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,455/mo after a S$405k (25%) downpayment and S$50,590 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Nova 48 going up?

The median price per square foot at Nova 48 has risen about 76% between 2010 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 Nova 48?

St. Joseph's Institution Junior is within 1 km of Nova 48. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.