FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

Strata

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

Strata is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2006, with 100 units across 1 block. Across 218 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.75M (S$1,937 psf, ~840 sqft). There are 14 units for sale from S$2.20M to S$3.60M.

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What are the key facts about Strata?

Key Takeaway

Strata is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2006, with 100 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2006
Developer
ARTS ASSOCIATE CO PTE LTD
Total units
100
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 11 (Novena)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$1,937 psf
Last transacted
Jun 2026
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Strata?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.75M (S$1,937 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.6% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.75M

recent · 218 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,937 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,798

798 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.6%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Jun 2026.

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What has recently sold at Strata?

Key Takeaway

Strata has 218 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,068,000 in Jun 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jun 2026S$1,068,000506S$2,111 psf
Apr 2026S$2,220,0001,066S$2,083 psf
Mar 2026S$1,072,000506S$2,119 psf
Sept 2025S$1,750,000840S$2,084 psf
Oct 2024S$1,700,000840S$2,025 psf
Jul 2024S$2,038,0001,066S$1,912 psf
May 2024S$980,000506S$1,937 psf
Dec 2023S$973,800506S$1,925 psf
Dec 2023S$1,930,0001,066S$1,811 psf
May 2023S$2,180,0001,066S$2,046 psf
Mar 2023S$2,188,0001,292S$1,694 psf
Mar 2023S$2,810,0001,636S$1,717 psf

218 sales and 798 rentals on record since Jul 2003. Source: URA.

4

Are prices at Strata rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Strata has risen 47% over the past 10 years (20162026), from S$1,439 psf to S$2,111 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$2,111 psfS$1.07M3+9.0%
2024S$1,937 psfS$1.70M3+7.0%
2023S$1,811 psfS$2.18M5+1.6%
2022S$1,783 psfS$975k2+5.6%
2021S$1,689 psfS$1.83M7+4.1%
2020S$1,623 psfS$1.52M4-0.3%
2019S$1,628 psfS$1.42M4+3.6%
2018S$1,572 psfS$1.68M6-0.3%
2017S$1,577 psfS$1.54M5+9.6%
2016S$1,439 psfS$875k4

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

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How many property agents are active around Strata?

Key Takeaway

5,862 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where Strata sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

5,862

District 11 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

30,333

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 11across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

6

What bedroom types are available at Strata?

Key Takeaway

Strata has 14 units listed for sale, spanning 2–3-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
2-bedroom12S$2.20M–S$2.40M
3-bedroom2S$3.60M–S$3.60M
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Where is Strata and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Strata is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Strata is a freehold apartment completed in 2006. It was developed by ARTS ASSOCIATE CO PTE LTD. The development has 100 residential units. It sits on a land area of 3,053 sqm and has a gross floor area of 8,562 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

STRATA is located at 1 Essex Road, Singapore 309329. It is part of District 11, Watten Estate / Novena / Thomson, Novena. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Novena MRT, approximately 358m away, around 6 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Pek Kio Market & Food Centre for food options, and Thomson Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Basement car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Playground, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.

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Who built Strata and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Strata was developed by ARTS ASSOCIATE CO PTE LTD, with 100 units.

Developer
ARTS ASSOCIATE CO PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
3,053 sqm (32,862 sqft)
Gross floor area
8,562 sqm (92,161 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
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How far is Strata from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Strata is Novena MRT, about 358 m away (~6 min walk). 3 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.

Getting around

Schools nearby

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

  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority85 m
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority859 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority998 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.0 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.0 km
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.4 km
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: United Square · 147 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 147 mHawker centre: Pek Kio Market & Food Centre · 608 mPark: Thomson Rd Pg · 185 m

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

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What facilities does Strata have?

Key Takeaway

Strata has 7 facilities, including Basement car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Playground, and more.

Basement car parkGymnasium roomJacuzziPlayground24 hours securitySwimming poolWading pool
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What does it cost to own a unit at Strata?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Strata (~S$1.75M) needs about S$12,811/mo in income and S$5,894/mo in repayments, after S$57,100 stamp duty and a S$438k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.75M) 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$57,100

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$438k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,894/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$12,811/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Thinking about Strata? Ask before you commit.

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

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about Strata

How much does a unit at Strata cost?

Units at Strata have recently transacted around S$1.75M (S$1,937 psf), from 218 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Strata?

For a unit around S$1.75M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$12,811/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,894/mo after a S$438k (25%) downpayment and S$57,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Strata a good investment?

Gross rental yield is about 2.6%; median PSF has risen about 47% since 2016. 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 Strata going up?

The median transacted PSF at Strata has risen about 47% between 2016 and 2026, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Is Strata freehold or leasehold?

Strata is freehold — ownership does not expire.

When was Strata built and who developed it?

Strata obtained TOP in 2006, developed by ARTS ASSOCIATE CO PTE LTD, with 100 units across 1 block.

How many units are for sale at Strata?

There are 14 units for sale at Strata, from S$2.20M to S$3.60M.

What is the nearest MRT to Strata?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Strata is Novena MRT, about 358 m away (~6 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Strata?

St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School, Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) are within 1 km of Strata — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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