Papillon
Papillon is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 73 units across 1 block. Across 140 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,281 psf, ~936 sqft). There are 2 units for sale from S$1.45M to S$1.95M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2003 |
| Developer | KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD |
| Units | 73 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 12 · Novena · RCR |
| Nearest MRT | Toa Payoh MRT, 665 m (~10 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$1,281 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2026 |
What's for sale and for rent at Papillon?
Papillon has 2 units listed for sale, asking S$1.45M to S$1.95M, and 4 units for rent at a median of S$1,400 a month.
For sale
2 listings
S$1.45M – S$1.95M
For rent
4 listings
S$1,200 – S$3,700 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 1 | S$1.45M–S$1.45M | — |
| 3-bedroom | 1 | S$1.95M–S$1.95M | — |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Papillon?
Floor plans for Papillon aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 140 URA caveats, units range from 861 sqft to 2,347 sqft, and the middle half are 936 sqft to 1,238 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 936 sqft | S$1.45M |
| 3-bedroom | 1,238 sqft | S$1.95M |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Papillon →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Papillon?
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$2,704
349 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.3%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2026.
What has recently sold at Papillon?
Papillon has 140 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,395,000 in Jan 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 2026 | S$1,395,000 | 936 | S$1,490 psf |
| Sept 2025 | S$1,856,000 | 1,227 | S$1,513 psf |
| May 2024 | S$2,470,000 | 1,787 | S$1,382 psf |
| Jan 2024 | S$1,450,000 | 936 | S$1,548 psf |
| Nov 2023 | S$1,573,000 | 936 | S$1,680 psf |
| Jun 2023 | S$1,528,000 | 936 | S$1,632 psf |
| Jun 2021 | S$1,160,000 | 936 | S$1,239 psf |
| May 2021 | S$1,200,000 | 936 | S$1,281 psf |
| Feb 2021 | S$1,180,000 | 936 | S$1,260 psf |
| Dec 2020 | S$1,120,000 | 936 | S$1,196 psf |
| Nov 2020 | S$1,600,000 | 1,787 | S$895 psf |
| Jul 2020 | S$918,000 | 1,098 | S$836 psf |
140 sales and 349 rentals on record since Jun 2002. Source: URA.
Are prices at Papillon rising?
The median transacted PSF at Papillon has risen 38% over the past 12 years (2012–2024), from S$1,000 psf to S$1,382 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | S$1,382 psf | S$1.45M | 2 | -15.3% |
| 2023 | S$1,632 psf | S$1.53M | 2 | +29.5% |
| 2021 | S$1,260 psf | S$1.18M | 3 | +40.8% |
| 2020 | S$895 psf | S$1.12M | 3 | -19.4% |
| 2018 | S$1,111 psf | S$1.15M | 2 | +9.0% |
| 2017 | S$1,019 psf | S$1.25M | 6 | -3.0% |
| 2016 | S$1,050 psf | S$1.30M | 3 | -4.5% |
| 2014 | S$1,099 psf | S$1.08M | 2 | -5.6% |
| 2013 | S$1,164 psf | S$1.09M | 2 | +16.4% |
| 2012 | S$1,000 psf | S$1.18M | 7 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Papillon a good investment?
Of 67 units at Papillon that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2026), 90% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 32% over a median 6.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.3%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Sold for more than bought
90%
of 67 resales here
Median gain
32%
gross, before costs
Median hold
6.3 years
bought to resold
Every unit at Papillon 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 Papillon and what's nearby?
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.
How far is Papillon from MRT and schools?
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
- Toa Payoh MRT665 m · ~10 min
- Novena MRT938 m · ~15 min
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
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Papillon and how big is the development?
Papillon was developed by KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, designed by KC KAN ARCHITECTS PTE LTD, with 73 units over up to 19 storeys.
- Developer
- KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
- Architect
- KC KAN ARCHITECTS PTE LTD
- Main contractor
- KENG HENG CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
- Floors
- 19 storeys
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 1,146 sqm (12,335 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 3,210 sqm (34,552 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
What facilities does Papillon have?
Papillon has 13 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Children's Playground, Fitness corner, and more.
What does it cost to own a unit at Papillon?
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
How many property agents are active around Papillon?
6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Papillon 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.
Thinking about Papillon? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Papillon's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Papillon sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Papillon
Is Papillon freehold?⌄
Yes. Papillon is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Papillon?⌄
Papillon was completed (obtained TOP) in 2003, so it is about 23 years old.
Is Papillon a good investment?⌄
Of 67 units at Papillon that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2026), 90% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 32% over a median 6.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.3%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Papillon an EC?⌄
No. Papillon is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Papillon?⌄
Papillon was developed by KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at Papillon?⌄
Units at Papillon have recently sold for around S$1.40M (S$1,281 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 2 units are listed for sale from S$1.45M to S$1.95M.
Where is Papillon located?⌄
Papillon is at 8 Jalan Rama Rama, Singapore 329089, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Toa Payoh MRT, about 665 m away.
How many units are there in Papillon?⌄
Papillon has 73 units in 1 block, up to 19 storeys high.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Papillon?⌄
For a unit around S$1.40M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$10,212/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,698/mo after a S$349k (25%) downpayment and S$40,400 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Papillon going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Papillon has risen about 38% between 2012 and 2024, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.