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FreeholdOCRDistrict 16 (Bedok)

The Calypso

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through May 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

The Calypso is a freehold apartment in District 16 (Bedok) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 30 units across 2 blocks. Units have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,117 psf), from 58 sales on record. There are 4 units for sale from S$2.50M to S$2.50M.

1

What are the key facts about The Calypso?

Key Takeaway

The Calypso is a freehold apartment in District 16 (Bedok) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 30 units across 2 blocks.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2005
Developer
NOVELTY DEPARTMENT STORE PTE LTD
Total units
30
Blocks
2
District / Area
District 16 (Bedok)
Market segment
OCR
Median PSF
S$1,117 psf
Last transacted
May 2025
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at The Calypso?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,117 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.6% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.36M

recent · 58 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,117 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,911

93 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.6%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,234 psf — about 100% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through May 2025.

3

What has recently sold at The Calypso?

Key Takeaway

The Calypso has 58 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,385,000 in May 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
May 2025S$1,385,000764S$1,812 psf
Aug 2023S$1,280,000764S$1,675 psf
Jul 2023S$1,780,0001,184S$1,503 psf
May 2022S$1,485,0001,119S$1,327 psf
Nov 2021S$1,150,000764S$1,505 psf
Apr 2021S$968,000764S$1,267 psf
Nov 2020S$1,407,0001,259S$1,117 psf
Feb 2020S$1,385,0001,259S$1,100 psf
Nov 2019S$810,000764S$1,060 psf
Apr 2018S$1,360,0001,324S$1,027 psf
Dec 2013S$1,190,0001,119S$1,063 psf
Nov 2013S$1,400,0001,259S$1,112 psf

58 sales and 93 rentals on record since Jul 2003. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at The Calypso?

Key Takeaway

The Calypso has 4 units listed for sale, spanning 3-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
3-bedroom4S$2.50M–S$2.50MS$2,234 psf
5

Where is The Calypso and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

The Calypso is located in Bedok, in the East Region of Singapore.

The Calypso is a freehold apartment completed in 2005. It was developed by NOVELTY DEPARTMENT STORE PTE LTD. The development has 30 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,791 sqm and has a gross floor area of 2,507 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.

THE CALYPSO is located at 500 Upper East Coast Road, Singapore 465540. It is part of District 16, Bedok / Upper East Coast, Bedok. The project falls within the East Region and the OCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Bayshore MRT, approximately 259m away, around 4 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include East Village for shopping, GOLDEN TICKET SINGAPORE PTE. LTD. for groceries, and Lucky Gardens Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Fun pool, Playground, Swimming pool, and Wading pool.

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How far is The Calypso from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Calypso is Bayshore MRT, about 259 m away (~4 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.

  • Temasek Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority373 m
  • Temasek Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km476 m
  • Bedok View Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km996 m
  • Bedok Green Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Bedok South Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.4 km
  • Anglican High SchoolSecondary school1.8 km
  • Victoria SchoolSecondary school1.9 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: East Village · 1.9 kmSupermarket: Golden Ticket Singapore Pte. Ltd. · 811 mPark: Lucky Gardens Pg · 503 m

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

7

What facilities does The Calypso have?

Key Takeaway

The Calypso has 5 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Fun pool, Playground, Swimming pool, and more.

Barbeque AreaFun poolPlaygroundSwimming poolWading pool
8

What does it cost to own a unit at The Calypso?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Calypso (~S$1.36M) needs about S$9,956/mo in income and S$4,580/mo in repayments, after S$39,000 stamp duty and a S$340k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.36M) 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$39,000

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$340k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,580/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$9,956/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about The Calypso

What is the price at The Calypso?

Units at The Calypso have recently transacted around S$1.36M (S$1,117 psf), from 58 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at The Calypso?

Units for sale at The Calypso are asking a median of about S$2,234 psf.

Is The Calypso freehold or leasehold?

The Calypso is freehold.

When was The Calypso built?

The Calypso obtained TOP in 2005, developed by NOVELTY DEPARTMENT STORE PTE LTD.

How many units are for sale at The Calypso?

There are 4 units for sale at The Calypso, from S$2.50M to S$2.50M.

What is the rental yield at The Calypso?

Gross rental yield at The Calypso is about 2.6%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in The Calypso?

The Calypso has 30 units across 2 blocks.

What facilities does The Calypso have?

The Calypso has 5 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Fun pool, Playground, Swimming pool, Wading pool.

What is the nearest MRT to The Calypso?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to The Calypso is Bayshore MRT, about 259 m away (~4 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Calypso?

Temasek Primary School is within 1 km of The Calypso — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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