Ruby Plaza
Ruby Plaza is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1981, with 127 units across 1 block. Across 20 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$575k (S$362 psf, ~1,604 sqft). There are 6 units for sale from S$895k to S$4.18M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1981 |
| Developer | SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD |
| Units | 127 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 12 · Novena · RCR |
| Nearest MRT | Novena MRT, 960 m (~15 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$362 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jun 2005 |
What's for sale and for rent at Ruby Plaza?
Ruby Plaza has 6 units listed for sale, asking S$895k to S$4.18M (median S$1,674 psf), and 2 units for rent at a median of S$4,200 a month.
For sale
6 listings
S$895k – S$4.18M
For rent
2 listings
S$4,200 – S$4,200 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 3 | S$895k–S$928k | S$1,598 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 2 | S$1.43M–S$1.43M | S$1,845 psf |
| 4-bedroom | 1 | S$4.18M–S$4.18M | S$1,674 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Ruby Plaza?
Floor plans for Ruby Plaza aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 20 URA caveats, units range from 1,475 sqft to 1,690 sqft, and the middle half are 1,475 sqft to 1,615 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 560 sqft | S$895k · S$1,598 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 775 sqft | S$1.43M · S$1,845 psf |
| 4-bedroom | 2,497 sqft | S$4.18M · S$1,674 psf |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Ruby Plaza →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Ruby Plaza?
Units have recently transacted around S$575k (S$362 psf) (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$575k
recent · 20 sales on record
Median PSF
S$362 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
—
0 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
—
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,674 psf — about 362% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Jun 2005.
What has recently sold at Ruby Plaza?
Ruby Plaza has 20 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$465,000 in Jun 2005 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2005 | S$465,000 | 1,604 | S$290 psf |
| Dec 2002 | S$534,000 | 1,475 | S$362 psf |
| Feb 2002 | S$530,000 | 1,604 | S$330 psf |
| May 2001 | S$530,000 | 1,475 | S$359 psf |
| Dec 2000 | S$620,000 | 1,475 | S$420 psf |
| Jul 1999 | S$685,000 | 1,604 | S$427 psf |
| May 1999 | S$556,000 | 1,690 | S$329 psf |
| Apr 1999 | S$610,000 | 1,475 | S$414 psf |
| Mar 1999 | S$575,000 | 1,604 | S$359 psf |
| Mar 1998 | S$650,000 | 1,604 | S$405 psf |
| Nov 1997 | S$730,000 | 1,690 | S$432 psf |
| Aug 1997 | S$700,000 | 1,604 | S$436 psf |
20 sales and 0 rentals on record since Apr 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Ruby Plaza rising?
The median transacted PSF at Ruby Plaza has fallen 29% over the past 7 years (1995–2002), from S$468 psf to S$330 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | S$330 psf | S$530k | 2 | -8.1% |
| 1999 | S$359 psf | S$575k | 4 | -16.9% |
| 1997 | S$432 psf | S$700k | 2 | -0.7% |
| 1996 | S$435 psf | S$720k | 5 | -7.1% |
| 1995 | S$468 psf | S$750k | 3 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Ruby Plaza a good investment?
Of 12 units at Ruby Plaza that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2009), 25% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of -4% over a median 9.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Units listed now ask about 362% 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
25%
of 12 resales here
Median gain
-4%
gross, before costs
Median hold
9.3 years
bought to resold
Every unit at Ruby Plaza with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is Ruby Plaza and what's nearby?
Ruby Plaza is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Ruby Plaza is a freehold apartment completed in 1981. It was developed by SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 127 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,177 sqm and has a gross floor area of 6,531 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.
RUBY PLAZA is located at 205 Balestier Road, Singapore 329682. 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 960m 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 Plaza from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Ruby Plaza is Novena MRT, about 960 m away (~15 min walk). 4 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.
Getting around
- Novena MRT960 m · ~15 min
- Farrer Park MRT966 m · ~15 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km400 m
- Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority591 m
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority823 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority927 m
- Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
- Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
- Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.7 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.8 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Ruby Plaza and how big is the development?
Ruby Plaza was developed by SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, with 127 units.
- Developer
- SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 2,177 sqm (23,433 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 6,531 sqm (70,299 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 3.00
What facilities does Ruby Plaza have?
Ruby Plaza has 2 facilities, including Car Park, Main entrance.
What does it cost to own a unit at Ruby Plaza?
Buying a unit at Ruby Plaza (~S$575k) needs about S$4,209/mo in income and S$1,937/mo in repayments, after S$11,850 stamp duty and a S$144k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$575k) 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$11,850
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$144k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$1,937/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$4,209/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Ruby Plaza?
6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Ruby Plaza 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.
Thinking about Ruby Plaza? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Ruby Plaza's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Ruby Plaza sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Ruby Plaza
Is Ruby Plaza freehold?⌄
Yes. Ruby Plaza is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Ruby Plaza?⌄
Ruby Plaza was completed (obtained TOP) in 1981, so it is about 45 years old.
Is Ruby Plaza a good investment?⌄
Of 12 units at Ruby Plaza that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2009), 25% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of -4% over a median 9.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Units listed now ask about 362% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Ruby Plaza an EC?⌄
No. Ruby Plaza is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Ruby Plaza?⌄
Ruby Plaza was developed by SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at Ruby Plaza?⌄
Units at Ruby Plaza have recently sold for around S$575k (S$362 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jun 2005. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 6 units are listed for sale from S$895k to S$4.18M.
Where is Ruby Plaza located?⌄
Ruby Plaza is at 205 Balestier Road, Singapore 329682, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 960 m away.
How many units are there in Ruby Plaza?⌄
Ruby Plaza has 127 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Ruby Plaza?⌄
For a unit around S$575k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$4,209/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$1,937/mo after a S$144k (25%) downpayment and S$11,850 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Ruby Plaza going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Ruby Plaza has fallen about 29% between 1995 and 2002, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Ruby Plaza?⌄
Hong Wen School, St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School are within 1 km of Ruby Plaza. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.