FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

Rocca Balestier

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

Rocca Balestier is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 28 units across 1 block. Across 50 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.06M (S$929 psf, ~1,109 sqft). There are 2 units for sale from S$2.20M to S$2.20M.

Key facts about Rocca Balestier
TenureFreehold
TOP year2005
DeveloperROCCA INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
Units28 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 12 · Novena · RCR
Nearest MRTNovena MRT, 971 m (~15 min walk)
Latest median psfS$929 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at Rocca Balestier?

Key Takeaway

Rocca Balestier has 2 units listed for sale, asking S$2.20M to S$2.20M, and 1 unit for rent at a median of S$2,000 a month.

For sale

2 listings

S$2.20M – S$2.20M

For rent

1 listing

S$2,000 – S$2,000 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
3-bedroom2S$2.20M–S$2.20M

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Rocca Balestier?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Rocca Balestier aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 50 URA caveats, units range from 1,044 sqft to 1,873 sqft, and the middle half are 1,109 sqft to 1,152 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
3-bedroom1,873 sqftS$2.20M

Check the Floor Plan Finder for Rocca Balestier →

Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at Rocca Balestier?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.06M (S$929 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 3.4% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.06M

recent · 50 sales on record

Median PSF

S$929 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,959

222 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

3.4%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2026.

4

What has recently sold at Rocca Balestier?

Key Takeaway

Rocca Balestier has 50 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,700,000 in Jan 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jan 2026S$1,700,0001,152S$1,476 psf
Sept 2023S$1,560,0001,152S$1,354 psf
Aug 2020S$1,088,0001,873S$581 psf
Sept 2017S$953,1001,087S$877 psf
Apr 2016S$1,010,0001,109S$911 psf
Sept 2013S$1,065,0001,087S$980 psf
Oct 2012S$1,108,0001,109S$999 psf
Aug 2012S$1,140,0001,152S$990 psf
Jun 2012S$1,030,0001,109S$929 psf
Dec 2011S$1,060,0001,109S$956 psf
Nov 2011S$950,0001,109S$857 psf
Jun 2011S$965,0001,109S$870 psf

50 sales and 222 rentals on record since Mar 2002. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Rocca Balestier rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Rocca Balestier has risen 86% over the past 9 years (20032012), from S$531 psf to S$990 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2012S$990 psfS$1.11M3+15.5%
2011S$857 psfS$960k5+14.1%
2010S$751 psfS$828k5+20.2%
2009S$625 psfS$720k2-6.3%
2008S$667 psfS$800k3+13.1%
2007S$590 psfS$680k8+5.5%
2006S$559 psfS$620k4+12.7%
2005S$496 psfS$550k2-1.0%
2004S$501 psfS$555k2-5.6%
2003S$531 psfS$612k2

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

6

Is Rocca Balestier a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 23 units at Rocca Balestier that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2023), 96% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 37% over a median 5.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.4%. 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

37%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.3 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Rocca Balestier 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 Rocca Balestier and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Rocca Balestier is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Rocca Balestier is a freehold apartment completed in 2005. It was developed by ROCCA INVESTMENTS PTE LTD. The development has 28 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,388 sqm and has a gross floor area of 4,165 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.

ROCCA BALESTIER is located at 221 Balestier Road, Singapore 329928. 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 Novena MRT, approximately 971m away, around 15 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, SEMPER FIDELIS FINE FOODS PRIVATE LIMITED for groceries, Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Pek Kio Park for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Jacuzzi, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.

8

How far is Rocca Balestier from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Rocca Balestier is Novena MRT, about 971 m away (~15 min walk). 3 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.

  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km435 m
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority570 m
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority864 m
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.0 km
  • Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.6 km
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary school1.7 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 932 mSupermarket: Semper Fidelis Fine Foods Private Limited · 120 mHawker centre: Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # · 293 mPark: Pek Kio Park · 651 m

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

9

Who built Rocca Balestier and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Rocca Balestier was developed by ROCCA INVESTMENTS PTE LTD, designed by ARCHITECTS GROUP ASSOCIATES PTE LTD, with 28 units.

Developer
ROCCA INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
Architect
ARCHITECTS GROUP ASSOCIATES PTE LTD
Main contractor
LIAN BENG CONSTRUCTION (1988) PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
1,388 sqm (14,940 sqft)
Gross floor area
4,165 sqm (44,832 sqft)
Plot ratio
3.00
10

What facilities does Rocca Balestier have?

Key Takeaway

Rocca Balestier has 5 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Jacuzzi, 24 hours security, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkJacuzzi24 hours securitySwimming pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Rocca Balestier?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Rocca Balestier (~S$1.06M) needs about S$7,760/mo in income and S$3,570/mo in repayments, after S$27,000 stamp duty and a S$265k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.06M) 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$27,000

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$265k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$3,570/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$7,760/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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12

How many property agents are active around Rocca Balestier?

Key Takeaway

6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Rocca Balestier 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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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Rocca Balestier's own transactions.

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about Rocca Balestier

Is Rocca Balestier freehold?

Yes. Rocca Balestier is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Rocca Balestier?

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

Is Rocca Balestier a good investment?

Of 23 units at Rocca Balestier that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2023), 96% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 37% over a median 5.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 3.4%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Rocca Balestier an EC?

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

Who is the developer of Rocca Balestier?

Rocca Balestier was developed by ROCCA INVESTMENTS PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Rocca Balestier?

Units at Rocca Balestier have recently sold for around S$1.06M (S$929 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$2.20M to S$2.20M.

Where is Rocca Balestier located?

Rocca Balestier is at 221 Balestier Road, Singapore 329928, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 971 m away.

How many units are there in Rocca Balestier?

Rocca Balestier has 28 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Rocca Balestier?

For a unit around S$1.06M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$7,760/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$3,570/mo after a S$265k (25%) downpayment and S$27,000 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Rocca Balestier going up?

The median price per square foot at Rocca Balestier has risen about 86% between 2003 and 2012, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Rocca Balestier?

Hong Wen School, St. Joseph's Institution Junior are within 1 km of Rocca Balestier. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.