FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Bukit Timah)

Shelford 23

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

Shelford 23 is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Bukit Timah) that obtained TOP in 2011, with 33 units across 2 blocks. Across 55 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.50M (S$1,700 psf, ~1,421 sqft). There are 12 units for sale from S$2.17M to S$3.40M.

Key facts about Shelford 23
TenureFreehold
TOP year2011
DeveloperHOI HUP SHELFORD REALTY PTE LTD
Units33 in 2 blocks
District and areaDistrict 11 · Bukit Timah · CCR
Nearest MRTTan Kah Kee MRT, 556 m (~9 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,700 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at Shelford 23?

Key Takeaway

Shelford 23 has 12 units listed for sale, asking S$2.17M to S$3.40M (median S$2,200 psf), and 1 unit for rent at a median of S$5,200 a month.

For sale

12 listings

S$2.17M – S$3.40M

For rent

1 listing

S$5,200 – S$5,200 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
2-bedroom2S$2.17M–S$2.17M
3-bedroom10S$2.70M–S$3.40MS$2,200 psf

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Shelford 23?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Shelford 23 aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 55 URA caveats, units range from 829 sqft to 1,959 sqft, and the middle half are 1,012 sqft to 1,668 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
2-bedroom1,012 sqftS$2.17M
3-bedroom1,227 sqft to 1,754 sqftS$2.70M · S$2,200 psf

Check the Floor Plan Finder for Shelford 23 →

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

3

What is the price and PSF at Shelford 23?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$2.50M (S$1,700 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.2% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$2.50M

recent · 55 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,700 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$4,493

177 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.2%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,200 psf — about 29% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 2026.

4

What has recently sold at Shelford 23?

Key Takeaway

Shelford 23 has 55 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,960,000 in Aug 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Aug 2026S$2,960,0001,528S$1,937 psf
Jun 2026S$3,250,0001,755S$1,852 psf
Dec 2022S$3,330,0001,959S$1,700 psf
Oct 2022S$2,500,0001,313S$1,904 psf
Apr 2022S$2,600,0001,421S$1,830 psf
Feb 2022S$2,750,0001,765S$1,558 psf
Dec 2021S$2,100,0001,195S$1,758 psf
Nov 2021S$1,550,000829S$1,870 psf
Jun 2021S$2,750,0001,755S$1,567 psf
Mar 2021S$1,940,0001,141S$1,700 psf
Jun 2019S$2,250,0001,668S$1,349 psf
Jan 2018S$2,120,0001,346S$1,576 psf

55 sales and 177 rentals on record since May 2009. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Shelford 23 rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Shelford 23 has risen 51% over the past 17 years (20092026), from S$1,227 psf to S$1,852 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$1,852 psfS$2.96M2+8.9%
2022S$1,700 psfS$2.60M4+0.0%
2021S$1,700 psfS$1.94M4+53.0%
2015S$1,111 psfS$1.40M2-23.4%
2013S$1,450 psfS$2.10M3-7.1%
2011S$1,561 psfS$1.52M3+27.2%
2009S$1,227 psfS$1.53M33

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

6

Is Shelford 23 a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 22 units at Shelford 23 that were bought and later resold (bought from 2009, resold up to 2026), 91% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 25% over a median 6.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.2%. Units listed now ask about 29% 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

91%

of 22 resales here

Median gain

25%

gross, before costs

Median hold

6.2 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Shelford 23 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 Shelford 23 and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Shelford 23 is located in Bukit Timah, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Shelford 23 is a freehold apartment completed in 2011. It was developed by HOI HUP SHELFORD REALTY PTE LTD. The development has 33 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,391 sqm and has a gross floor area of 3,348 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.

SHELFORD 23 is located at 23 Shelford Road, Singapore 286655. It is part of District 11, Watten Estate / Novena / Thomson, Bukit Timah. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Tan Kah Kee MRT, approximately 556m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include MEAT THE BUTCHER PTE. LTD. for groceries, Adam Food Centre for food options, and Shelford Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Covered car park, Fitness corner, Function room, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, and Lap pool.

8

How far is Shelford 23 from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Shelford 23 is Tan Kah Kee MRT, about 556 m away (~9 min walk). 5 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.

  • Raffles Girls' Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority665 m
  • Hwa Chong InstitutionMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km792 m
  • St. Margaret's School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km900 m
  • Nanyang Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority922 m
  • National Junior CollegeMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km942 m
  • Nanyang Girls' High SchoolSecondary school1.1 km
  • St. Joseph's InstitutionMixed-level school1.9 km
  • Singapore Chinese Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.9 km

Shops, food & parks

Supermarket: Meat The Butcher Pte. Ltd. · 499 mHawker centre: Adam Food Centre · 463 mPark: Shelford Rd Pg · 207 m

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

9

Who built Shelford 23 and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Shelford 23 was developed by HOI HUP SHELFORD REALTY PTE LTD, designed by JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD, with 33 units.

Developer
HOI HUP SHELFORD REALTY PTE LTD
Architect
JGP ARCHITECTURE (S) PTE LTD
Main contractor
STRAITS CONSTRUCTION SINGAPORE PRIVATE LIMITED
Blocks
2
Land area
2,391 sqm (25,736 sqft)
Gross floor area
3,348 sqm (36,038 sqft)
Plot ratio
1.40
10

What facilities does Shelford 23 have?

Key Takeaway

Shelford 23 has 9 facilities, including Covered car park, Fitness corner, Function room, Gymnasium room, and more.

Covered car parkFitness cornerFunction roomGymnasium roomJacuzziLap poolPavillionPlayground24 hours security
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Shelford 23?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Shelford 23 (~S$2.50M) needs about S$18,301/mo in income and S$8,420/mo in repayments, after S$94,600 stamp duty and a S$625k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.50M) 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$94,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$625k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$8,420/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$18,301/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around Shelford 23?

Key Takeaway

5,863 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Shelford 23 sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

5,863

District 11 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

30,351

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11 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 Shelford 23's own transactions.

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Is Shelford 23 a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Shelford 23 sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Shelford 23

Is Shelford 23 freehold?

Yes. Shelford 23 is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Shelford 23?

Shelford 23 was completed (obtained TOP) in 2011, so it is about 15 years old.

Is Shelford 23 a good investment?

Of 22 units at Shelford 23 that were bought and later resold (bought from 2009, resold up to 2026), 91% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 25% over a median 6.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.2%. Units listed now ask about 29% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Shelford 23 an EC?

No. Shelford 23 is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of Shelford 23?

Shelford 23 was developed by HOI HUP SHELFORD REALTY PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Shelford 23?

Units at Shelford 23 have recently sold for around S$2.50M (S$1,700 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 12 units are listed for sale from S$2.17M to S$3.40M.

Where is Shelford 23 located?

Shelford 23 is at 23 Shelford Road, Singapore 286655, in Bukit Timah (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Tan Kah Kee MRT, about 556 m away.

How many units are there in Shelford 23?

Shelford 23 has 33 units in 2 blocks.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Shelford 23?

For a unit around S$2.50M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$18,301/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$8,420/mo after a S$625k (25%) downpayment and S$94,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Shelford 23 going up?

The median price per square foot at Shelford 23 has risen about 51% between 2009 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Shelford 23?

Raffles Girls' Primary School, Nanyang Primary School are within 1 km of Shelford 23. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.