FreeholdRCRDistrict 12 (Novena)

The Mezzo

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through May 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

The Mezzo is a freehold apartment in District 12 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2012, with 127 units across 1 block. Across 246 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,654 psf, ~840 sqft). There are 4 units for sale from S$895k to S$4.18M.

Key facts about The Mezzo
TenureFreehold
TOP year2012
DeveloperSB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Units127 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 12 · Novena · RCR
Nearest MRTNovena MRT, 960 m (~15 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,654 psf, last 12 URA caveats to May 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at The Mezzo?

Key Takeaway

The Mezzo has 4 units listed for sale, asking S$895k to S$4.18M, and 3 units for rent at a median of S$4,000 a month.

For sale

4 listings

S$895k – S$4.18M

For rent

3 listings

S$3,900 – S$4,200 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
1-bedroom2S$895k–S$928k
2-bedroom1S$1.43M–S$1.43M
4-bedroom1S$4.18M–S$4.18M

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Mezzo?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for The Mezzo aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 246 URA caveats, units range from 560 sqft to 1,625 sqft, and the middle half are 775 sqft to 840 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
1-bedroom560 sqftS$895k
2-bedroom775 sqftS$1.43M
4-bedroom2,497 sqftS$4.18M

Check the Floor Plan Finder for The Mezzo →

Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at The Mezzo?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,654 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.5% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.40M

recent · 246 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,654 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,973

878 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.5%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through May 2026.

4

What has recently sold at The Mezzo?

Key Takeaway

The Mezzo has 246 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$885,000 in May 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
May 2026S$885,000560S$1,581 psf
Apr 2026S$1,468,000840S$1,748 psf
Mar 2026S$900,000560S$1,608 psf
Jan 2026S$1,420,000840S$1,691 psf
Dec 2025S$1,540,000840S$1,834 psf
Aug 2025S$1,700,0001,625S$1,046 psf
Apr 2025S$1,500,000840S$1,787 psf
Mar 2025S$1,388,888840S$1,654 psf
Oct 2024S$1,428,888840S$1,702 psf
Oct 2024S$1,400,000840S$1,667 psf
Jun 2024S$860,000560S$1,536 psf
Apr 2024S$1,375,800840S$1,639 psf

246 sales and 878 rentals on record since Mar 2009. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at The Mezzo rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at The Mezzo has risen 30% over the past 9 years (20172026), from S$1,236 psf to S$1,608 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$1,608 psfS$900k4-2.8%
2025S$1,654 psfS$1.50M4+0.6%
2024S$1,644 psfS$1.38M7+2.2%
2023S$1,608 psfS$1.35M5+3.9%
2022S$1,548 psfS$1.30M5+6.5%
2021S$1,453 psfS$1.24M9+4.2%
2020S$1,394 psfS$1.17M5+1.3%
2019S$1,376 psfS$1.18M5-1.3%
2018S$1,394 psfS$780k3+12.8%
2017S$1,236 psfS$990k10

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

6

Is The Mezzo a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 118 units at The Mezzo that were bought and later resold (bought from 2009, resold up to 2026), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 30% over a median 4.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.5%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

98%

of 118 resales here

Median gain

30%

gross, before costs

Median hold

4.3 years

bought to resold

Every unit at The Mezzo 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 Mezzo and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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

The Mezzo is a freehold apartment completed in 2012. It was developed by SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 127 residential units. It sits on a land area of 3,354 sqm and has a gross floor area of 10,063 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.

THE MEZZO is located at 205 Balestier Road, Singapore 329682. 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 Novena MRT, approximately 960m away, around 15 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Square 2 for shopping, SEMPER FIDELIS FINE FOODS PRIVATE LIMITED for groceries, Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # for food options, and Pek Kio Park for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Function room, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, and Playground.

8

How far is The Mezzo from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Mezzo is Novena MRT, about 960 m away (~15 min walk). 4 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.

  • Northlight SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km400 m
  • Hong Wen SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority591 m
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority823 m
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority927 m
  • Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.0 km
  • Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary school1.7 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.8 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Square 2 · 923 mSupermarket: Semper Fidelis Fine Foods Private Limited · 196 mHawker centre: Blks 91/92 Whampoa Drive # · 368 mPark: Pek Kio Park · 578 m

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

9

Who built The Mezzo and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

The Mezzo was developed by SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, designed by AXIS ARCHITECTS PLANNERS PTE LTD, with 127 units.

Developer
SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Architect
AXIS ARCHITECTS PLANNERS PTE LTD
Main contractor
SOIL-BUILD PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
3,354 sqm (36,102 sqft)
Gross floor area
10,063 sqm (108,317 sqft)
Plot ratio
3.00
10

What facilities does The Mezzo have?

Key Takeaway

The Mezzo has 9 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Function room, Gymnasium room, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkFunction roomGymnasium roomJacuzziPlayground24 hours securitySteam bathSwimming pool
11

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

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Mezzo (~S$1.40M) needs about S$10,248/mo in income and S$4,715/mo in repayments, after S$40,600 stamp duty and a S$350k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.40M) 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$40,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$350k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,715/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$10,248/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around The Mezzo?

Key Takeaway

6,318 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 12 — where The Mezzo sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

6,318

District 12 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

24,291

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 12 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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Thinking about The Mezzo? Ask before you commit.

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

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

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

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Frequently asked questions about The Mezzo

Is The Mezzo freehold?

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

How old is The Mezzo?

The Mezzo was completed (obtained TOP) in 2012, so it is about 14 years old.

Is The Mezzo a good investment?

Of 118 units at The Mezzo that were bought and later resold (bought from 2009, resold up to 2026), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 30% over a median 4.3-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.5%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is The Mezzo an EC?

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

Who is the developer of The Mezzo?

The Mezzo was developed by SB (RUBY) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at The Mezzo?

Units at The Mezzo have recently sold for around S$1.40M (S$1,654 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to May 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 4 units are listed for sale from S$895k to S$4.18M.

Where is The Mezzo located?

The Mezzo is at 205 Balestier Road, Singapore 329682, in Novena (District 12). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 960 m away.

How many units are there in The Mezzo?

The Mezzo has 127 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at The Mezzo?

For a unit around S$1.40M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$10,248/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,715/mo after a S$350k (25%) downpayment and S$40,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at The Mezzo going up?

The median price per square foot at The Mezzo has risen about 30% between 2017 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 Mezzo?

Hong Wen School, St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Farrer Park Primary School are within 1 km of The Mezzo. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.