Sophia 98
Sophia 98 is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Rochor) that obtained TOP in 2002, with 16 units across 1 block. Across 28 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,239 psf, ~980 sqft).
What are the key facts about Sophia 98?
Sophia 98 is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Rochor) that obtained TOP in 2002, with 16 units across 1 block.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 2002
- Developer
- GARDEN ESTATES PTE LTD (CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD)
- Total units
- 16
- Blocks
- 1
- District / Area
- District 9 (Rochor)
- Market segment
- CCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,239 psf
- Last transacted
- May 2023
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Sophia 98?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,239 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.9% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.36M
recent · 28 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,239 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,276
97 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.9%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through May 2023.
What has recently sold at Sophia 98?
Sophia 98 has 28 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,830,000 in May 2023 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2023 | S$1,830,000 | 980 | S$1,868 psf |
| Nov 2020 | S$1,840,000 | 1,485 | S$1,239 psf |
| Oct 2019 | S$890,000 | 592 | S$1,503 psf |
| May 2017 | S$1,705,000 | 1,399 | S$1,218 psf |
| Oct 2016 | S$1,438,000 | 980 | S$1,468 psf |
| Oct 2014 | S$1,200,000 | 1,023 | S$1,174 psf |
| Jun 2013 | S$1,530,000 | 969 | S$1,579 psf |
| Jul 2012 | S$860,000 | 592 | S$1,453 psf |
| Feb 2011 | S$1,600,000 | 1,485 | S$1,077 psf |
| Apr 2008 | S$1,365,000 | 1,023 | S$1,335 psf |
| Jun 2007 | S$1,100,000 | 1,485 | S$741 psf |
| Nov 2006 | S$783,800 | 969 | S$809 psf |
28 sales and 97 rentals on record since Oct 2001. Source: URA.
Are prices at Sophia 98 rising?
The median transacted PSF at Sophia 98 has risen 9% over the past 3 years (2002–2005), from S$754 psf to S$823 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | S$823 psf | S$670k | 3 | +13.0% |
| 2003 | S$728 psf | S$705k | 5 | -3.4% |
| 2002 | S$754 psf | S$700k | 6 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around Sophia 98?
8,302 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Sophia 98 sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
8,302
District 9 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
67,330
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 9across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Where is Sophia 98 and what's nearby?
Sophia 98 is located in Rochor, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Sophia 98 is a freehold apartment completed in 2002. It was developed by GARDEN ESTATES PTE LTD (CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD). The development has 16 residential units. It sits on a land area of 678 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,424 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.1.
SOPHIA 98 is located at 98 Sophia Road, Singapore 228165. It is part of District 09, Orchard / Cairnhill / River Valley, Rochor. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Dhoby Ghaut MRT, approximately 393m away, around 6 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Plaza Singapura for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Tekka Market for food options, and Mount Emily Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Basement car park and 24 hours security.
Who built Sophia 98 and how big is the development?
Sophia 98 was developed by GARDEN ESTATES PTE LTD (CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD), with 16 units over up to 6 storeys.
- Developer
- GARDEN ESTATES PTE LTD (CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD)
- Floors
- 6 storeys
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 678 sqm (7,298 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 1,424 sqm (15,328 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.10
How far is Sophia 98 from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Sophia 98 is Dhoby Ghaut MRT, about 393 m away (~6 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Dhoby Ghaut MRT393 m · ~6 min
- Bencoolen MRT524 m · ~8 min
- Little India MRT547 m · ~9 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority216 m
- School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km375 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.0 km
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
- River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.5 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.7 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does Sophia 98 have?
Sophia 98 has 2 facilities, including Basement car park, 24 hours security.
What does it cost to own a unit at Sophia 98?
Buying a unit at Sophia 98 (~S$1.36M) needs about S$9,992/mo in income and S$4,597/mo in repayments, after S$39,200 stamp duty and a S$341k downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$39,200
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$341k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$4,597/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$9,992/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Sophia 98's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Sophia 98 sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Sophia 98
How much does a unit at Sophia 98 cost?⌄
Units at Sophia 98 have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,239 psf), from 28 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Sophia 98?⌄
For a unit around S$1.36M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$9,992/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,597/mo after a S$341k (25%) downpayment and S$39,200 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Sophia 98 a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 2.9%; median PSF has risen about 9% since 2002. 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.
Are prices at Sophia 98 going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Sophia 98 has risen about 9% between 2002 and 2005, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Sophia 98 freehold or leasehold?⌄
Sophia 98 is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Sophia 98 built and who developed it?⌄
Sophia 98 obtained TOP in 2002, developed by GARDEN ESTATES PTE LTD (CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD), with 16 units across 1 block.
What is the nearest MRT to Sophia 98?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to Sophia 98 is Dhoby Ghaut MRT, about 393 m away (~6 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Sophia 98?⌄
St. Margaret's School (Primary) is within 1 km of Sophia 98 — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.