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FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

Tai Gin Apartments

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Dec 2006 (URA)
Quick Summary

Tai Gin Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 16 units. Units have recently transacted around S$707k (S$620 psf), from 28 sales on record.

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What are the key facts about Tai Gin Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Tai Gin Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 16 units.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1985
Developer
Total units
16
Blocks
District / Area
District 12 (Novena)
Market segment
RCR
Median PSF
S$620 psf
Last transacted
Dec 2006
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Tai Gin Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$707k (S$620 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.3% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$707k

recent · 28 sales on record

Median PSF

S$620 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$1,350

39 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.3%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Dec 2006.

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What has recently sold at Tai Gin Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Tai Gin Apartments has 28 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$707,158 in Dec 2006 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$1,004,9652,142S$469 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf
Dec 2006S$707,1581,141S$620 psf

28 sales and 39 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.

4

Where is Tai Gin Apartments and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Tai Gin Apartments is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Tai Gin Apartments is a freehold apartment completed in 1985. The development has 16 residential units.

TAI GIN APARTMENTS is located at 34 Ah Hood Road, Singapore 329978. 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 Toa Payoh MRT, approximately 461m away, around 7 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blk 74 Toa Payoh Lorong 4 for food options, and Toa Payoh Town Pk for greenery and recreation.

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How far is Tai Gin Apartments from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Tai Gin Apartments is Toa Payoh MRT, about 461 m away (~7 min walk). 3 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.

  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km677 m
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority822 m
  • Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority986 m
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.2 km
  • Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.4 km
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 961 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 226 mHawker centre: Blk 74 Toa Payoh Lorong 4 · 813 mPark: Toa Payoh Town Pk · 230 m

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

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What does it cost to own a unit at Tai Gin Apartments?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Tai Gin Apartments (~S$707k) needs about S$5,177/mo in income and S$2,382/mo in repayments, after S$15,815 stamp duty and a S$177k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$707k) 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$15,815

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$177k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$2,382/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$5,177/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Tai Gin Apartments

What is the price at Tai Gin Apartments?

Units at Tai Gin Apartments have recently transacted around S$707k (S$620 psf), from 28 sales on record (URA caveat data).

Is Tai Gin Apartments freehold or leasehold?

Tai Gin Apartments is freehold.

When was Tai Gin Apartments built?

Tai Gin Apartments obtained TOP in 1985.

What is the rental yield at Tai Gin Apartments?

Gross rental yield at Tai Gin Apartments is about 2.3%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Tai Gin Apartments?

Tai Gin Apartments has 16 units.

What is the nearest MRT to Tai Gin Apartments?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Tai Gin Apartments is Toa Payoh MRT, about 461 m away (~7 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Tai Gin Apartments?

Chij Primary (Toa Payoh), Kheng Cheng School are within 1 km of Tai Gin Apartments — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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