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$1.52M to S$1.95M.
What are the key facts about Papillon?
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
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$2,691
348 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 348 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.
How many property agents are active around Papillon?
6,316 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
6,316
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.
What bedroom types are available at Papillon?
Papillon has 2 units listed for sale, spanning 2–3-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 1 | S$1.52M–S$1.52M | — |
| 3-bedroom | 1 | S$1.95M–S$1.95M | — |
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.
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
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.
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.
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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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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
How much does a unit at Papillon cost?⌄
Units at Papillon have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,281 psf), from 140 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
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.
Is Papillon a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 2.3%; median PSF has risen about 38% 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 Papillon going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Papillon has risen about 38% between 2012 and 2024, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Papillon freehold or leasehold?⌄
Papillon is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Papillon built and who developed it?⌄
Papillon obtained TOP in 2003, developed by KENG HOE DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, with 73 units across 1 block.
How many units are for sale at Papillon?⌄
There are 2 units for sale at Papillon, from S$1.52M to S$1.95M.
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).