FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Kallang)

Rio Gardens

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through May 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

Rio Gardens is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Kallang) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 54 units across 1 block. Across 103 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,357 psf, ~947 sqft).

Key facts about Rio Gardens
TenureFreehold
TOP year2005
DeveloperHOI HUP REALTY PTE LTD
Units54 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 12 · Kallang · RCR
Nearest MRTPotong Pasir MRT, 746 m (~12 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,357 psf, last 12 URA caveats to May 2025
1

What's for sale and for rent at Rio Gardens?

Key Takeaway

No units at Rio Gardens are listed for sale or for rent on the property portals PropKaki tracks right now.

Recorded sale prices are in the sections below. Search listings across Singapore →

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Rio Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Rio Gardens aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 103 URA caveats, units range from 947 sqft to 1,819 sqft, and the middle half are 947 sqft to 1,195 sqft.

3

What is the price and PSF at Rio Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,357 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.4% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.36M

recent · 103 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,357 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,708

138 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.4%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through May 2025.

4

What has recently sold at Rio Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Rio Gardens has 103 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,360,000 in May 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
May 2025S$1,360,000947S$1,436 psf
Sept 2024S$1,870,0001,195S$1,565 psf
Jul 2024S$1,750,0001,152S$1,519 psf
Jul 2024S$1,800,0001,195S$1,507 psf
Mar 2024S$1,300,000947S$1,372 psf
Mar 2024S$1,610,0001,195S$1,348 psf
Jul 2023S$1,625,0001,195S$1,360 psf
Jul 2023S$1,285,000947S$1,357 psf
Aug 2022S$1,265,000947S$1,335 psf
May 2022S$1,520,0001,195S$1,272 psf
Apr 2022S$1,170,000947S$1,235 psf
Feb 2022S$1,180,000947S$1,246 psf

103 sales and 138 rentals on record since Jun 2003. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Rio Gardens rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Rio Gardens has risen 132% over the past 16 years (20082024), from S$649 psf to S$1,507 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2024S$1,507 psfS$1.75M5+11.1%
2023S$1,357 psfS$1.28M2+8.9%
2022S$1,246 psfS$1.18M4+9.4%
2021S$1,139 psfS$1.42M2+17.9%
2015S$966 psfS$915k2-9.0%
2014S$1,061 psfS$1.26M3-1.3%
2013S$1,075 psfS$1.02M2+20.0%
2012S$896 psfS$990k6+30.0%
2010S$689 psfS$838k6+6.2%
2008S$649 psfS$650k5

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

6

Is Rio Gardens a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 49 units at Rio Gardens that were bought and later resold (bought from 2003, resold up to 2025), 92% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 41% over a median 6.0-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.4%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

92%

of 49 resales here

Median gain

41%

gross, before costs

Median hold

6.0 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Rio Gardens 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 Rio Gardens and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Rio Gardens is located in Kallang, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Rio Gardens is a freehold apartment completed in 2005. It was developed by HOI HUP REALTY PTE LTD. The development has 54 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,204 sqm and has a gross floor area of 6,171 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

RIO GARDENS is located at 55B Jalan Taman, Singapore 329001. It is part of District 12, Balestier / Toa Payoh / Serangoon, Kallang. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Potong Pasir MRT, approximately 746m away, around 12 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include The Poiz Centre for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blk 29 Bendemeer Road for food options, and St Michael'S Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.

8

How far is Rio Gardens from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Rio Gardens is Potong Pasir MRT, about 746 m away (~12 min walk). 6 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.

  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km436 m
  • St Andrew's School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km501 m
  • St Andrew's School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority540 m
  • Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority547 m
  • St Andrew's Junior CollegeJunior collegewithin 1 km723 m
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority921 m
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
  • Cedar Girls' Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: The Poiz Centre · 693 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 739 mHawker centre: Blk 29 Bendemeer Road · 835 mPark: St Michael'S Pg · 74 m

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

9

Who built Rio Gardens and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Rio Gardens was developed by HOI HUP REALTY PTE LTD, with 54 units over up to 10 storeys.

Developer
HOI HUP REALTY PTE LTD
Floors
10 storeys
Blocks
1
Land area
2,204 sqm (23,724 sqft)
Gross floor area
6,171 sqm (66,424 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does Rio Gardens have?

Key Takeaway

Rio Gardens has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.

Barbeque AreaCovered car park24 hours securitySwimming pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Rio Gardens?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Rio Gardens (~S$1.36M) needs about S$9,956/mo in income and S$4,580/mo in repayments, after S$39,000 stamp duty and a S$340k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.36M) 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$39,000

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$340k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,580/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$9,956/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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12

How many property agents are active around Rio Gardens?

Key Takeaway

6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Rio Gardens 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.

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13

Frequently asked questions about Rio Gardens

Is Rio Gardens freehold?

Yes. Rio Gardens is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Rio Gardens?

Rio Gardens was completed (obtained TOP) in 2005, so it is about 21 years old.

Is Rio Gardens a good investment?

Of 49 units at Rio Gardens that were bought and later resold (bought from 2003, resold up to 2025), 92% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 41% over a median 6.0-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.4%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Rio Gardens an EC?

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

Who is the developer of Rio Gardens?

Rio Gardens was developed by HOI HUP REALTY PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Rio Gardens?

Units at Rio Gardens have recently sold for around S$1.36M (S$1,357 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to May 2025. The price depends on size, floor and facing.

Where is Rio Gardens located?

Rio Gardens is at 55B Jalan Taman, Singapore 329001, in Kallang (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Potong Pasir MRT, about 746 m away.

How many units are there in Rio Gardens?

Rio Gardens has 54 units in 1 block, up to 10 storeys high.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Rio Gardens?

For a unit around S$1.36M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$9,956/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,580/mo after a S$340k (25%) downpayment and S$39,000 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Rio Gardens going up?

The median price per square foot at Rio Gardens has risen about 132% between 2008 and 2024, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Rio Gardens?

St Andrew's School (Junior), Bendemeer Primary School, Hong Wen School are within 1 km of Rio Gardens. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.