Ruby Apartments
Ruby Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1992, with 48 units across 1 block. Across 6 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$700k (S$618 psf, ~1,163 sqft). There are 16 units for sale from S$750k to S$1.70M.
What are the key facts about Ruby Apartments?
Ruby Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1992, with 48 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 1992
- Developer
- HUME INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
- Total units
- 48
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 12 (Novena)
- Market segment
- RCR
- Median PSF
- S$618 psf
- Last transacted
- May 2009
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Ruby Apartments?
Units have recently transacted around S$700k (S$618 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.4% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$700k
recent · 6 sales on record
Median PSF
S$618 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$1,400
102 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.4%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through May 2009.
What has recently sold at Ruby Apartments?
Ruby Apartments has 6 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$10,500,000 in May 2009 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2009 | S$10,500,000 | 12,755 | S$823 psf |
| Aug 2008 | S$11,000,000 | 12,755 | S$862 psf |
| Dec 1996 | S$700,000 | 1,130 | S$619 psf |
| Jun 1996 | S$738,000 | 1,195 | S$618 psf |
| Jan 1996 | S$640,000 | 1,163 | S$551 psf |
| Mar 1995 | S$645,000 | 1,130 | S$571 psf |
6 sales and 102 rentals on record since Mar 1995. Source: URA.
How many property agents are active around Ruby Apartments?
6,316 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Ruby Apartments 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 Ruby Apartments?
Ruby Apartments has 16 units listed for sale, spanning 1–2-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 4 | S$750k–S$800k | — |
| 2-bedroom | 12 | S$1.10M–S$1.70M | — |
Where is Ruby Apartments and what's nearby?
Ruby Apartments is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Ruby Apartments is a freehold apartment completed in 1992. It was developed by HUME INVESTMENTS PTE LTD. The development has 48 residential units.
RUBY APARTMENTS is located at 25C Kim Keat Close, Singapore 328933. 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 Exit A, approximately 984m 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 Car Park and Main entrance.
How far is Ruby Apartments from MRT and schools?
3 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority553 m
- Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km572 m
- Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km904 m
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.0 km
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
- Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.5 km
- Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary school1.6 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does Ruby Apartments have?
Ruby Apartments has 2 facilities, including Car Park, Main entrance.
What does it cost to own a unit at Ruby Apartments?
Buying a unit at Ruby Apartments (~S$700k) needs about S$5,124/mo in income and S$2,357/mo in repayments, after S$15,600 stamp duty and a S$175k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$15,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$175k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,357/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$5,124/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Ruby Apartments's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Ruby Apartments sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Ruby Apartments
How much does a unit at Ruby Apartments cost?⌄
Units at Ruby Apartments have recently transacted around S$700k (S$618 psf), from 6 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Ruby Apartments?⌄
For a unit around S$700k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$5,124/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,357/mo after a S$175k (25%) downpayment and S$15,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Ruby Apartments a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 2.4%. 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.
Is Ruby Apartments freehold or leasehold?⌄
Ruby Apartments is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Ruby Apartments built and who developed it?⌄
Ruby Apartments obtained TOP in 1992, developed by HUME INVESTMENTS PTE LTD, with 48 units across 1 block.
How many units are for sale at Ruby Apartments?⌄
There are 16 units for sale at Ruby Apartments, from S$750k to S$1.70M.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Ruby Apartments?⌄
Hong Wen School is within 1 km of Ruby Apartments — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.