FreeholdOCRDistrict 19 (Hougang)

Primo Residences

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through Aug 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

Primo Residences is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2012, with 64 units across 2 blocks. Across 104 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.26M (S$1,282 psf, ~818 sqft). There are 4 units for sale from S$706k to S$975k.

Key facts about Primo Residences
TenureFreehold
TOP year2012
DeveloperTAIPAN INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES PTE LTD
Units64 in 2 blocks
District and areaDistrict 19 · Hougang · OCR
Nearest MRTKovan MRT, 649 m (~10 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,282 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at Primo Residences?

Key Takeaway

Primo Residences has 4 units listed for sale, asking S$706k to S$975k (median S$1,647 psf), and 4 units for rent at a median of S$3,000 a month.

For sale

4 listings

S$706k – S$975k

For rent

4 listings

S$3,000 – S$3,200 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
1-bedroom3S$706k–S$975kS$1,647 psf
2-bedroom1S$975k–S$975k

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Primo Residences?

Key Takeaway

PropKaki has 18 floor plans for Primo Residences, from 1 to 3 bedrooms (441 sqft to 1,722 sqft).

  • Primo Residences floor plan A4, 1 bedroom, 441 sqft

    A4 · 1 bedroom · 441 sqft

  • Primo Residences floor plan A1, 1 bedroom, 495 sqft

    A1 · 1 bedroom · 495 sqft

  • Primo Residences floor plan A2, 1 bedroom, 517 sqft

    A2 · 1 bedroom · 517 sqft

  • Primo Residences floor plan A3, 1 bedroom, 538 sqft

    A3 · 1 bedroom · 538 sqft

  • Primo Residences floor plan B1, 1 bedroom, 592 sqft

    B1 · 1 bedroom · 592 sqft

  • Primo Residences floor plan B2, 1 bedroom, 603 sqft

    B2 · 1 bedroom · 603 sqft

See all 18 floor plans for Primo Residences in the Floor Plan Finder →

Floor plans from PropKaki's floor plan library. Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at Primo Residences?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.26M (S$1,282 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.3% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.26M

recent · 104 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,282 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,442

250 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.3%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,647 psf — about 28% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 2026.

4

What has recently sold at Primo Residences?

Key Takeaway

Primo Residences has 104 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$788,000 in Aug 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Aug 2026S$788,000538S$1,464 psf
Jul 2026S$1,258,000818S$1,538 psf
Jul 2026S$1,730,0001,421S$1,218 psf
Oct 2025S$1,408,0001,076S$1,308 psf
May 2024S$1,839,0001,539S$1,195 psf
May 2024S$1,370,0001,076S$1,273 psf
Feb 2024S$1,300,000904S$1,438 psf
Jul 2023S$875,000592S$1,478 psf
Nov 2022S$2,000,0001,722S$1,161 psf
May 2022S$690,000538S$1,282 psf
Apr 2022S$600,000441S$1,360 psf
Dec 2021S$920,000818S$1,125 psf

104 sales and 250 rentals on record since Mar 2010. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Primo Residences rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Primo Residences has risen 8% over the past 14 years (20122026), from S$1,357 psf to S$1,464 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$1,464 psfS$1.26M3+15.0%
2024S$1,273 psfS$1.37M3-0.7%
2022S$1,282 psfS$690k3+1.9%
2021S$1,258 psfS$745k3+7.0%
2020S$1,176 psfS$720k2+0.4%
2018S$1,171 psfS$635k3-3.6%
2017S$1,215 psfS$700k4-7.4%
2015S$1,312 psfS$678k4+5.7%
2014S$1,241 psfS$668k2-8.5%
2012S$1,357 psfS$680k8

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

6

Is Primo Residences a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 42 units at Primo Residences that were bought and later resold (bought from 2010, resold up to 2026), 91% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 22% over a median 5.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.3%. Units listed now ask about 28% 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

91%

of 42 resales here

Median gain

22%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.3 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Primo Residences 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 Primo Residences and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Primo Residences is located in Hougang, in the North-East Region of Singapore.

Primo Residences is a freehold apartment completed in 2012. It was developed by TAIPAN INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES PTE LTD. The development has 64 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,870 sqm and has a gross floor area of 4,018 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.

PRIMO RESIDENCES is located at 201 Jalan Pelikat, Singapore 537652. It is part of District 19, Serangoon Garden / Hougang / Punggol, Hougang. The project falls within the North-East Region and the OCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Kovan MRT, approximately 649m away, around 10 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Heartland Mall Kovan for shopping, PRIME SUPERMARKET (1996) PTE LTD for groceries, Blk 105 Hougang Ave 1 for food options, and Aroozoo Ave Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Playground, 24 hours security, Swimming pool, and Wading pool.

8

How far is Primo Residences from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Primo Residences is Kovan MRT, about 649 m away (~10 min walk). 4 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.

  • Yuying Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km243 m
  • Xinghua Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority328 m
  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km646 m
  • Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority793 m
  • Anderson Serangoon Junior CollegeJunior college1.1 km
  • Holy Innocents' Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • St. Gabriel's Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.7 km
  • Bartley Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.9 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Heartland Mall Kovan · 587 mSupermarket: Prime Supermarket (1996) Pte Ltd · 307 mHawker centre: Blk 105 Hougang Ave 1 · 234 mPark: Aroozoo Ave Pg · 303 m

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

9

Who built Primo Residences and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Primo Residences was developed by TAIPAN INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES PTE LTD, with 64 units.

Developer
TAIPAN INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES PTE LTD
Blocks
2
Land area
2,870 sqm (30,892 sqft)
Gross floor area
4,018 sqm (43,249 sqft)
Plot ratio
1.40
10

What facilities does Primo Residences have?

Key Takeaway

Primo Residences has 5 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Playground, 24 hours security, Swimming pool, and more.

Barbeque AreaPlayground24 hours securitySwimming poolWading pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Primo Residences?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Primo Residences (~S$1.26M) needs about S$9,209/mo in income and S$4,237/mo in repayments, after S$34,920 stamp duty and a S$315k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.26M) 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$34,920

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$315k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,237/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$9,209/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around Primo Residences?

Key Takeaway

11,112 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 19 — where Primo Residences sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

11,112

District 19 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

72,395

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 19 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

Keep going in the PropKaki app

Thinking about Primo Residences? Ask before you commit.

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

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about Primo Residences

Is Primo Residences freehold?

Yes. Primo Residences is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Primo Residences?

Primo Residences was completed (obtained TOP) in 2012, so it is about 14 years old.

Is Primo Residences a good investment?

Of 42 units at Primo Residences that were bought and later resold (bought from 2010, resold up to 2026), 91% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 22% over a median 5.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.3%. Units listed now ask about 28% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Primo Residences an EC?

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

Who is the developer of Primo Residences?

Primo Residences was developed by TAIPAN INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATES PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Primo Residences?

Units at Primo Residences have recently sold for around S$1.26M (S$1,282 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 4 units are listed for sale from S$706k to S$975k.

Where is Primo Residences located?

Primo Residences is at 201 Jalan Pelikat, Singapore 537652, in Hougang (District 19). The nearest MRT station is Kovan MRT, about 649 m away.

How many units are there in Primo Residences?

Primo Residences has 64 units in 2 blocks.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Primo Residences?

For a unit around S$1.26M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$9,209/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,237/mo after a S$315k (25%) downpayment and S$34,920 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Primo Residences going up?

The median price per square foot at Primo Residences has risen about 8% between 2012 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Primo Residences?

Xinghua Primary School, Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary) are within 1 km of Primo Residences. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.