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FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

Papillon

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Jan 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

Papillon is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 73 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,281 psf), from 140 sales on record.

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What are the key facts about Papillon?

Key Takeaway

Papillon is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 73 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2003
Developer
KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Total units
73
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 12 (Novena)
Market segment
RCR
Median PSF
S$1,281 psf
Last transacted
Jan 2026
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Papillon?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,281 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.3% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.40M

recent · 140 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,281 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,690

347 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.3%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2026.

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What has recently sold at Papillon?

Key Takeaway

Papillon has 140 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,395,000 in Jan 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jan 2026S$1,395,000936S$1,490 psf
Sept 2025S$1,856,0001,227S$1,513 psf
May 2024S$2,470,0001,787S$1,382 psf
Jan 2024S$1,450,000936S$1,548 psf
Nov 2023S$1,573,000936S$1,680 psf
Jun 2023S$1,528,000936S$1,632 psf
Jun 2021S$1,160,000936S$1,239 psf
May 2021S$1,200,000936S$1,281 psf
Feb 2021S$1,180,000936S$1,260 psf
Dec 2020S$1,120,000936S$1,196 psf
Nov 2020S$1,600,0001,787S$895 psf
Jul 2020S$918,0001,098S$836 psf

140 sales and 347 rentals on record since Jun 2002. Source: URA.

4

Where is Papillon and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Papillon is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Papillon is a freehold apartment completed in 2003. It was developed by KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 73 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,146 sqm and has a gross floor area of 3,210 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

PAPILLON is located at 8 Jalan Rama Rama, Singapore 329089. 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 Toa Payoh MRT, approximately 665m away, around 10 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, Children's Playground, Fitness corner, Fun pool, and Gymnasium room.

5

How far is Papillon from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Papillon is Toa Payoh MRT, about 665 m away (~10 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km.

Getting around

Schools nearby

  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km907 m
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.0 km
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.1 km
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
  • Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 892 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 268 mHawker centre: Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # · 660 mPark: Toa Payoh Town Pk · 432 m

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

6

What facilities does Papillon have?

Key Takeaway

Papillon has 13 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Children's Playground, Fitness corner, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkChildren's PlaygroundFitness cornerFun poolGymnasium roomJacuzziMain entrancePlaygroundReflexology Path24 hours securitySwimming poolWading pool
7

What does it cost to own a unit at Papillon?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Papillon (~S$1.40M) needs about S$10,212/mo in income and S$4,698/mo in repayments, after S$40,400 stamp duty and a S$349k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.40M) 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$40,400

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$349k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,698/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$10,212/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Papillon

What is the price at Papillon?

Units at Papillon have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,281 psf), from 140 sales on record (URA caveat data).

Is Papillon freehold or leasehold?

Papillon is freehold.

When was Papillon built?

Papillon obtained TOP in 2003, developed by KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.

What is the rental yield at Papillon?

Gross rental yield at Papillon is about 2.3%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Papillon?

Papillon has 73 units across 1 block.

What facilities does Papillon have?

Papillon has 13 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Children's Playground, Fitness corner, Fun pool, Gymnasium room, and more.

What is the nearest MRT to Papillon?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Papillon is Toa Payoh MRT, about 665 m away (~10 min walk).

Are there schools near Papillon?

1 school is within 1 km of Papillon, including Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh).

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