FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

Samford Mansion

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 10 August 2026Data through Aug 1999 (URA)
Quick Summary

Samford Mansion is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena). Across 12 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$899k (S$880 psf, ~1,023 sqft).

1

What are the key facts about Samford Mansion?

Key Takeaway

Samford Mansion is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena).

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
Developer
Total units
Blocks
District / Area
District 12 (Novena)
Market segment
RCR
Median PSF
S$880 psf
Last transacted
Aug 1999
Remaining lease
Freehold
2

What is the price and PSF at Samford Mansion?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$899k (S$880 psf) (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$899k

recent · 12 sales on record

Median PSF

S$880 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

0 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 1999.

3

What has recently sold at Samford Mansion?

Key Takeaway

Samford Mansion has 12 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$899,483 in Aug 1999 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Aug 1999S$899,4831,001S$899 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,055S$853 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,055S$853 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,001S$899 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,023S$880 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,055S$853 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,023S$880 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,055S$853 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,023S$880 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,001S$899 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,023S$880 psf
Aug 1999S$899,4831,001S$899 psf

12 sales and 0 rentals on record since Aug 1999. Source: URA.

4

How many property agents are active around Samford Mansion?

Key Takeaway

6,316 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where Samford Mansion 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.

5

Where is Samford Mansion and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Samford Mansion is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Samford Mansion is a freehold apartment.

SAMFORD MANSION is located at 18E Lorong Limau, Singapore 328744. 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 Boon Keng MRT, approximately 887m away, around 14 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blk 90 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Mar Thoma Road Park for greenery and recreation.

6

How far is Samford Mansion from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Samford Mansion is Boon Keng MRT, about 887 m away (~14 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

Getting around

Schools nearby

Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority374 m
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km528 m
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km677 m
  • Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.2 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • St Andrew's Junior CollegeJunior college1.4 km
  • St Andrew's School (Junior)Primary school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 1.2 kmSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 81 mHawker centre: Blk 90 Whampoa Drive # · 80 mPark: Mar Thoma Road Park · 883 m

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

7

What does it cost to own a unit at Samford Mansion?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Samford Mansion (~S$899k) needs about S$6,584/mo in income and S$3,029/mo in repayments, after S$21,584 stamp duty and a S$225k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$899k) 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$21,584

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$225k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$3,029/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$6,584/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Weighing it up as an investment? Gauge the odds with the profitability model, or read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

Keep going in the PropKaki app

Thinking about Samford Mansion? Ask before you commit.

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

PropKaki
Is Samford Mansion a good buy, and what are units selling for?

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

Ask anything about Singapore property…
8

Frequently asked questions about Samford Mansion

How much does a unit at Samford Mansion cost?

Units at Samford Mansion have recently transacted around S$899k (S$880 psf), from 12 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Samford Mansion?

For a unit around S$899k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$6,584/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$3,029/mo after a S$225k (25%) downpayment and S$21,584 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Samford Mansion freehold or leasehold?

Samford Mansion is freehold — ownership does not expire.

What is the nearest MRT to Samford Mansion?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Samford Mansion is Boon Keng MRT, about 887 m away (~14 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Samford Mansion?

Hong Wen School is within 1 km of Samford Mansion — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

Chat on WhatsApp