FreeholdCCRDistrict 11 (Novena)

The Lincoln Modern

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 23 October 2026Data through Sept 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

The Lincoln Modern is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 56 units across 1 block. Across 158 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.70M (S$1,960 psf, ~1,378 sqft). There are 11 units for sale from S$1.95M to S$8.88M.

Key facts about The Lincoln Modern
TenureFreehold
TOP year2003
DeveloperTABOSCA PTE LTD
Units56 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 11 · Novena · CCR
Nearest MRTNovena MRT, 575 m (~9 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,960 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Sep 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at The Lincoln Modern?

Key Takeaway

The Lincoln Modern has 11 units listed for sale, asking S$1.95M to S$8.88M (median S$2,012 psf), and 9 units for rent at a median of S$9,499 a month.

For sale

11 listings

S$1.95M – S$8.88M

For rent

9 listings

S$7,000 – S$9,499 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
0-bedroom1S$1.95M–S$1.95MS$2,012 psf
2-bedroom2S$2.67M–S$2.67M—
3-bedroom3S$2.75M–S$2.88MS$1,996 psf
4-bedroom3S$8.88M–S$8.88MS$2,500 psf
Unspecified2S$1.95M–S$1.95M—

Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Lincoln Modern?

Key Takeaway

PropKaki has 9 layouts on record for The Lincoln Modern, all 3-bedroom (1,109 sqft to 3,563 sqft).

BedroomsLayoutsSizes
3 Bedroom21,378 to 1,410 sq ft
Other layouts71,109 to 3,563 sq ft

PropKaki holds 7 floor plans for The Lincoln Modern.

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Layouts digitised from developer brochures.

3

What is the price and PSF at The Lincoln Modern?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$2.70M (S$1,960 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.1% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$2.70M

recent · 158 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,960 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$4,771

301 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.1%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,012 psf — about 3% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Sept 2026.

4

What has recently sold at The Lincoln Modern?

Key Takeaway

The Lincoln Modern has 158 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,700,000 in Sept 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Sept 2026S$2,700,0001,378S$1,960 psf
Sept 2026S$2,700,0001,378S$1,960 psf
Feb 2026S$2,810,0001,378S$2,039 psf
Jul 2025S$2,980,0001,410S$2,113 psf
Nov 2024S$2,800,0001,378S$2,032 psf
Oct 2024S$2,220,0001,109S$2,002 psf
Oct 2024S$2,600,0001,410S$1,844 psf
Jun 2024S$2,108,0001,109S$1,901 psf
Nov 2023S$2,750,0001,410S$1,950 psf
Oct 2023S$1,980,0001,109S$1,786 psf
Jul 2023S$2,750,0001,378S$1,996 psf
Nov 2022S$2,080,0001,206S$1,725 psf

158 sales and 301 rentals on record since Oct 2000. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at The Lincoln Modern rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at The Lincoln Modern has risen 38% over the past 10 years (2016–2026), from S$1,425 psf to S$1,960 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$1,960 psfS$2.70M3+3.1%
2024S$1,901 psfS$2.22M4-2.5%
2023S$1,950 psfS$2.75M3+14.3%
2022S$1,706 psfS$2.08M3+8.1%
2021S$1,578 psfS$1.81M8-0.1%
2020S$1,579 psfS$2.17M5+9.4%
2019S$1,443 psfS$1.80M3-0.6%
2018S$1,452 psfS$2.00M6+0.6%
2017S$1,443 psfS$1.74M3+1.3%
2016S$1,425 psfS$1.91M6—

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

6

Is The Lincoln Modern a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 98 units at The Lincoln Modern that were bought and later resold (bought from 2000, resold up to 2026), 86% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 17% over a median 5.5-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.1%. Units listed now ask about 3% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

86%

of 98 resales here

Median gain

17%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.5 years

bought to resold

Every unit at The Lincoln Modern with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

7

Where is The Lincoln Modern and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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

The Lincoln Modern is a freehold apartment completed in 2003. It was developed by TABOSCA PTE LTD. The development has 56 residential units. It sits on a land area of 2,498 sqm and has a gross floor area of 6,993 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

THE LINCOLN MODERN is located at 20 Lincoln Road, Singapore 308353. 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 575m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Newton Food Centre for food options, and Thomson Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Lap pool, 24 hours security, and Wading pool.

8

How far is The Lincoln Modern from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Lincoln Modern is Novena MRT, about 575 m away (~9 min walk). 5 schools are within 1 km, including 4 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 priority390 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority705 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority895 m
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority918 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km940 m
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.3 km
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.4 km
  • Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: United Square · 217 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 217 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 542 mPark: Thomson Rd Pg · 127 m

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

9

Who built The Lincoln Modern and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

The Lincoln Modern was developed by TABOSCA PTE LTD, with 56 units.

Developer
TABOSCA PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
2,498 sqm (26,888 sqft)
Gross floor area
6,993 sqm (75,272 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does The Lincoln Modern have?

Key Takeaway

The Lincoln Modern has 6 facilities, including Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Lap pool, and more.

Covered car parkGymnasium roomJacuzziLap pool24 hours securityWading pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at The Lincoln Modern?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Lincoln Modern (~S$2.70M) needs about S$19,765/mo in income and S$9,093/mo in repayments, after S$104,600 stamp duty and a S$675k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.70M) 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$104,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$675k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$9,093/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$19,765/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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12

How many property agents are active around The Lincoln Modern?

Key Takeaway

6,366 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where The Lincoln Modern sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

6,366

District 11 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

31,498

all-time · all property types

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

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Is The Lincoln Modern a good buy, and what are units selling for?

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

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13

Frequently asked questions about The Lincoln Modern

Is The Lincoln Modern freehold?⌄

Yes. The Lincoln Modern is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is The Lincoln Modern?⌄

The Lincoln Modern was completed (obtained TOP) in 2003, so it is about 23 years old.

Is The Lincoln Modern a good investment?⌄

Of 98 units at The Lincoln Modern that were bought and later resold (bought from 2000, resold up to 2026), 86% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 17% over a median 5.5-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.1%. Units listed now ask about 3% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is The Lincoln Modern an EC?⌄

No. The Lincoln Modern is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of The Lincoln Modern?⌄

The Lincoln Modern was developed by TABOSCA PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at The Lincoln Modern?⌄

Units at The Lincoln Modern have recently sold for around S$2.70M (S$1,960 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Sep 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 11 units are listed for sale from S$1.95M to S$8.88M.

Where is The Lincoln Modern located?⌄

The Lincoln Modern is at 20 Lincoln Road, Singapore 308353, in Novena (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 575 m away.

How many units are there in The Lincoln Modern?⌄

The Lincoln Modern has 56 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at The Lincoln Modern?⌄

For a unit around S$2.70M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$19,765/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$9,093/mo after a S$675k (25%) downpayment and S$104,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at The Lincoln Modern going up?⌄

The median price per square foot at The Lincoln Modern has risen about 38% between 2016 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Lincoln Modern?⌄

St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), Anglo-Chinese School (Primary), Farrer Park Primary School are within 1 km of The Lincoln Modern. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.