FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

Pasadena

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 23 October 2026Data through Aug 2021 (URA)
Quick Summary

Pasadena is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2002, with 36 units across 1 block. Across 57 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.71M (S$1,191 psf, ~1,410 sqft). There are 12 units for sale from S$2.60M to S$2.85M.

Key facts about Pasadena
TenureFreehold
TOP year2002
DeveloperTAN GUAN LEE CO LTD
Units36 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 11 · Novena · CCR
Nearest MRTNovena MRT, 605 m (~9 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,191 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2021
1

What's for sale and for rent at Pasadena?

Key Takeaway

Pasadena has 12 units listed for sale, asking S$2.60M to S$2.85M (median S$1,944 psf), and 14 units for rent at a median of S$1,500 a month.

For sale

12 listings

S$2.60M – S$2.85M

For rent

14 listings

S$1,400 – S$5,200 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
1-bedroom1S$2.80M–S$2.80M—
3-bedroom11S$2.60M–S$2.85MS$1,944 psf

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Pasadena?

Key Takeaway

PropKaki has 8 layouts on record for Pasadena, all 3-bedroom.

BedroomsLayoutsSizes
3 Bedroom7—
Other layouts1—

PropKaki holds 3 floor plans for Pasadena.

See Pasadena's floor plans — ask PropKaki.Ask PropKakisqm ↔ sq ft converter

Layouts digitised from developer brochures.

3

What is the price and PSF at Pasadena?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.71M (S$1,191 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.7% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.71M

recent · 57 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,191 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,864

118 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.7%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,944 psf — about 63% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 2021.

4

What has recently sold at Pasadena?

Key Takeaway

Pasadena has 57 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,610,000 in Aug 2021 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Aug 2021S$2,610,0002,809S$929 psf
Jan 2021S$2,200,0002,702S$814 psf
Oct 2020S$1,768,0001,410S$1,254 psf
Aug 2020S$1,670,0001,389S$1,203 psf
Sept 2019S$1,730,0001,442S$1,199 psf
Feb 2018S$2,050,0002,809S$730 psf
Sept 2017S$1,550,0001,389S$1,116 psf
Oct 2016S$1,450,0001,389S$1,044 psf
Dec 2012S$1,710,0001,389S$1,231 psf
May 2012S$1,850,0001,410S$1,312 psf
Apr 2012S$1,680,0001,410S$1,191 psf
Apr 2012S$1,700,0001,389S$1,224 psf

57 sales and 118 rentals on record since Mar 2002. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Pasadena rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Pasadena has risen 32% over the past 19 years (2002–2021), from S$615 psf to S$814 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2021S$814 psfS$2.20M2-32.3%
2020S$1,203 psfS$1.67M2-1.7%
2012S$1,224 psfS$1.70M4+20.1%
2010S$1,019 psfS$1.46M5+26.4%
2009S$806 psfS$1.30M3+17.7%
2007S$685 psfS$1.25M3+18.9%
2004S$576 psfS$802k8+2.9%
2003S$560 psfS$800k12-8.9%
2002S$615 psfS$898k12—

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

6

Is Pasadena a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 23 units at Pasadena that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2021), 96% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 50% over a median 6.7-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.7%. Units listed now ask about 63% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

96%

of 23 resales here

Median gain

50%

gross, before costs

Median hold

6.7 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Pasadena 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 Pasadena and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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

Pasadena is a freehold apartment completed in 2002. It was developed by TAN GUAN LEE CO LTD. The development has 36 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,610 sqm and has a gross floor area of 4,507 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

PASADENA is located at 2A Derbyshire Road, Singapore 309470. It is part of District 11, Watten Estate / Novena / Thomson, Novena. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Novena MRT, approximately 605m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Pek Kio Market & Food Centre for food options, and Thomson Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Basement car park, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, and Open car park.

8

How far is Pasadena from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Pasadena is Novena MRT, about 605 m away (~9 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 3 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 priority276 m
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority672 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority825 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.2 km
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.3 km
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: United Square · 297 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 297 mHawker centre: Pek Kio Market & Food Centre · 541 mPark: Thomson Rd Pg · 224 m

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

9

Who built Pasadena and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Pasadena was developed by TAN GUAN LEE CO LTD, with 36 units.

Developer
TAN GUAN LEE CO LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
1,610 sqm (17,330 sqft)
Gross floor area
4,507 sqm (48,513 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does Pasadena have?

Key Takeaway

Pasadena has 10 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Basement car park, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, and more.

Barbeque AreaBasement car parkCovered car parkGymnasium roomJacuzziOpen car parkPlayground24 hours securitySwimming poolWading pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Pasadena?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Pasadena (~S$1.71M) needs about S$12,518/mo in income and S$5,759/mo in repayments, after S$55,100 stamp duty and a S$428k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.71M) 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$55,100

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$428k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,759/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$12,518/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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12

How many property agents are active around Pasadena?

Key Takeaway

6,366 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Pasadena sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

6,366

District 11 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

31,498

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11 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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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Pasadena's own transactions.

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about Pasadena

Is Pasadena freehold?⌄

Yes. Pasadena is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Pasadena?⌄

Pasadena was completed (obtained TOP) in 2002, so it is about 24 years old.

Is Pasadena a good investment?⌄

Of 23 units at Pasadena that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2021), 96% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 50% over a median 6.7-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.7%. Units listed now ask about 63% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Pasadena an EC?⌄

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

Who is the developer of Pasadena?⌄

Pasadena was developed by TAN GUAN LEE CO LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Pasadena?⌄

Units at Pasadena have recently sold for around S$1.71M (S$1,191 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2021. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 12 units are listed for sale from S$2.60M to S$2.85M.

Where is Pasadena located?⌄

Pasadena is at 2A Derbyshire Road, Singapore 309470, in Novena (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 605 m away.

How many units are there in Pasadena?⌄

Pasadena has 36 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Pasadena?⌄

For a unit around S$1.71M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$12,518/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,759/mo after a S$428k (25%) downpayment and S$55,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Pasadena going up?⌄

The median price per square foot at Pasadena has risen about 32% between 2002 and 2021, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Pasadena?⌄

St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School, Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) are within 1 km of Pasadena. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.