FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

Nova 88

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 10 August 2026Data through Jan 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

Nova 88 is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2012, with 88 units across 1 block. Across 176 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.30M (S$1,542 psf, ~915 sqft). There are 12 units for sale from S$800k to S$2.30M.

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What are the key facts about Nova 88?

Key Takeaway

Nova 88 is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2012, with 88 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2012
Developer
ROXY HOMES PTE LTD
Total units
88
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 12 (Novena)
Market segment
RCR
Median PSF
S$1,542 psf
Last transacted
Jan 2026
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Nova 88?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.30M (S$1,542 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.8% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.30M

recent · 176 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,542 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,056

408 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.8%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,581 psf — about 3% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2026.

3

What has recently sold at Nova 88?

Key Takeaway

Nova 88 has 176 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,540,000 in Jan 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jan 2026S$1,540,000915S$1,683 psf
Jan 2025S$2,050,0001,249S$1,642 psf
Dec 2024S$1,410,000915S$1,541 psf
Nov 2024S$1,500,000915S$1,639 psf
Jul 2024S$1,500,000915S$1,639 psf
May 2024S$779,000506S$1,540 psf
Apr 2024S$780,000506S$1,542 psf
Mar 2024S$995,000603S$1,651 psf
Feb 2024S$1,350,000915S$1,476 psf
Jan 2024S$993,888603S$1,649 psf
Jan 2024S$1,300,000915S$1,421 psf
Jul 2023S$780,000506S$1,542 psf

176 sales and 408 rentals on record since Dec 2008. Source: URA.

4

Are prices at Nova 88 rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Nova 88 has risen 21% over the past 12 years (20122024), from S$1,277 psf to S$1,542 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2024S$1,542 psfS$1.30M9+6.4%
2022S$1,449 psfS$1.75M5+4.8%
2021S$1,383 psfS$1.28M10+4.9%
2020S$1,318 psfS$1.11M3+1.2%
2019S$1,303 psfS$1.64M2-1.0%
2018S$1,316 psfS$935k6+1.6%
2017S$1,295 psfS$870k6-10.3%
2015S$1,443 psfS$905k3+1.7%
2013S$1,419 psfS$1.78M3+11.1%
2012S$1,277 psfS$1.12M16

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

5

How many property agents are active around Nova 88?

Key Takeaway

6,316 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Nova 88 sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

6,316

District 12 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

24,253

all-time · all property types

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

6

What bedroom types are available at Nova 88?

Key Takeaway

Nova 88 has 12 units listed for sale, spanning 0–3-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
0-bedroom1S$800k–S$800kS$1,581 psf
1-bedroom4S$999k–S$2.30M
2-bedroom4S$1.05M–S$1.60M
3-bedroom3S$2.29M–S$2.29M
7

Where is Nova 88 and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Nova 88 is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Nova 88 is a freehold apartment completed in 2012. It was developed by ROXY HOMES PTE LTD. The development has 88 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,598 sqm and has a gross floor area of 7,274 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

NOVA 88 is located at 8 Bhamo Road, Singapore 329640. 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 785m 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 Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Playground, Sauna, and Swimming pool.

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Who built Nova 88 and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Nova 88 was developed by ROXY HOMES PTE LTD, designed by JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD, with 88 units.

Developer
ROXY HOMES PTE LTD
Architect
JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD
Main contractor
ADMIN CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
2,598 sqm (27,965 sqft)
Gross floor area
7,274 sqm (78,297 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
9

How far is Nova 88 from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Nova 88 is Novena MRT, about 785 m away (~12 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.

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 priority886 m
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km938 m
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority966 m
  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.1 km
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.2 km
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 737 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 182 mHawker centre: Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # · 532 mPark: Toa Payoh Town Pk · 673 m

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

10

What facilities does Nova 88 have?

Key Takeaway

Nova 88 has 6 facilities, including Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Playground, and more.

Covered car parkGymnasium roomJacuzziPlaygroundSaunaSwimming pool
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What does it cost to own a unit at Nova 88?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Nova 88 (~S$1.30M) needs about S$9,516/mo in income and S$4,378/mo in repayments, after S$36,600 stamp duty and a S$325k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.30M) 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$36,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$325k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,378/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$9,516/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Thinking about Nova 88? Ask before you commit.

A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Nova 88's own transactions.

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Is Nova 88 a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Nova 88 sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Nova 88

How much does a unit at Nova 88 cost?

Units at Nova 88 have recently transacted around S$1.30M (S$1,542 psf), from 176 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Nova 88?

For a unit around S$1.30M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$9,516/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,378/mo after a S$325k (25%) downpayment and S$36,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Nova 88 a good investment?

Gross rental yield is about 2.8%, and current asking prices sit about 3% above the most recent transacted PSF; median PSF has risen about 21% since 2012. 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 Nova 88 going up?

The median transacted PSF at Nova 88 has risen about 21% between 2012 and 2024, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Is Nova 88 freehold or leasehold?

Nova 88 is freehold — ownership does not expire.

When was Nova 88 built and who developed it?

Nova 88 obtained TOP in 2012, developed by ROXY HOMES PTE LTD, with 88 units across 1 block.

How many units are for sale at Nova 88?

There are 12 units for sale at Nova 88, from S$800k to S$2.30M.

What is the nearest MRT to Nova 88?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Nova 88 is Novena MRT, about 785 m away (~12 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Nova 88?

St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Hong Wen School are within 1 km of Nova 88 — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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