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FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

The Citrine

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

The Citrine is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2008, with 54 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$1.62M (S$1,480 psf), from 112 sales on record. There is 1 unit for sale from S$3.27M to S$3.27M.

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What are the key facts about The Citrine?

Key Takeaway

The Citrine is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2008, with 54 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2008
Developer
TIONG AIK INVESTMENTS PTE LTD
Total units
54
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 12 (Novena)
Market segment
RCR
Median PSF
S$1,480 psf
Last transacted
Apr 2026
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at The Citrine?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.62M (S$1,480 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.6% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.62M

recent · 112 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,480 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,458

140 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.6%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,651 psf — about 12% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2026.

3

What has recently sold at The Citrine?

Key Takeaway

The Citrine has 112 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,680,000 in Apr 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Apr 2026S$1,680,000958S$1,754 psf
Nov 2025S$2,225,0001,281S$1,737 psf
Jun 2025S$1,620,000958S$1,691 psf
Dec 2024S$1,513,500958S$1,580 psf
Nov 2024S$1,530,000958S$1,597 psf
Dec 2023S$1,800,0001,141S$1,578 psf
Apr 2023S$1,960,0001,324S$1,480 psf
Nov 2022S$1,850,0001,313S$1,409 psf
Feb 2022S$1,378,000958S$1,438 psf
Feb 2022S$1,600,0001,141S$1,402 psf
Dec 2021S$1,900,0001,313S$1,447 psf
Oct 2021S$1,250,000958S$1,305 psf

112 sales and 140 rentals on record since Mar 2006. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at The Citrine?

Key Takeaway

The Citrine has 1 unit listed for sale, spanning 3-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
3-bedroom1S$3.27M–S$3.27MS$1,651 psf
5

Where is The Citrine and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

The Citrine is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.

The Citrine is a freehold apartment completed in 2008. It was developed by TIONG AIK INVESTMENTS PTE LTD. The development has 54 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,147 sqm and has a gross floor area of 6,013 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

THE CITRINE is located at 18 Jalan Datoh, Singapore 329415. 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 751m away, around 12 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, and Novena Rise Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Covered car park, Swimming pool, and Wading pool.

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How far is The Citrine from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Citrine is Toa Payoh MRT, about 751 m away (~12 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.

  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km570 m
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority625 m
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior collegewithin 1 km972 m
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.1 km
  • Kheng Cheng SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.2 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.3 km
  • Marymount Convent SchoolPrimary school1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 743 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 354 mPark: Novena Rise Pk · 305 m

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

7

What facilities does The Citrine have?

Key Takeaway

The Citrine has 3 facilities, including Covered car park, Swimming pool, Wading pool.

Covered car parkSwimming poolWading pool
8

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

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Citrine (~S$1.62M) needs about S$11,859/mo in income and S$5,456/mo in repayments, after S$50,600 stamp duty and a S$405k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.62M) 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$50,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$405k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,456/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$11,859/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about The Citrine

What is the price at The Citrine?

Units at The Citrine have recently transacted around S$1.62M (S$1,480 psf), from 112 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at The Citrine?

Units for sale at The Citrine are asking a median of about S$1,651 psf.

Is The Citrine freehold or leasehold?

The Citrine is freehold.

When was The Citrine built?

The Citrine obtained TOP in 2008, developed by TIONG AIK INVESTMENTS PTE LTD.

How many units are for sale at The Citrine?

There are 1 unit for sale at The Citrine, from S$3.27M to S$3.27M.

What is the rental yield at The Citrine?

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

How many units are in The Citrine?

The Citrine has 54 units across 1 block.

What facilities does The Citrine have?

The Citrine has 3 facilities, including Covered car park, Swimming pool, Wading pool.

What is the nearest MRT to The Citrine?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to The Citrine is Toa Payoh MRT, about 751 m away (~12 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Citrine?

Chij Primary (Toa Payoh) is within 1 km of The Citrine — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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