The Old House
The Old House is a freehold apartment in District 19 (Hougang) that obtained TOP in 2003, with 6 units across 1 block. Across 12 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$838k (S$583 psf, ~1,184 sqft). There are 3 units for sale from S$2.30M to S$2.30M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2003 |
| Developer | CHIA CHU KENG ALIAS CHIA CHER KENG & TAN SOH LING (MS) |
| Units | 6 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 19 · Hougang · OCR |
| Nearest MRT | Kovan MRT, 384 m (~6 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$583 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Mar 2023 |
What's for sale and for rent at The Old House?
The Old House has 3 units listed for sale, asking S$2.30M to S$2.30M (median S$2,035 psf), and 0 units for rent.
For sale
3 listings
S$2.30M – S$2.30M
For rent
0 listings
no asking rents
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 3 | S$2.30M–S$2.30M | S$2,035 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Old House?
Floor plans for The Old House aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 12 URA caveats, units range from 1,130 sqft to 1,851 sqft, and the middle half are 1,130 sqft to 1,830 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 3-bedroom | 1,130 sqft | S$2.30M · S$2,035 psf |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for The Old House →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at The Old House?
Units have recently transacted around S$838k (S$583 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 5.3% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$838k
recent · 12 sales on record
Median PSF
S$583 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,700
7 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
5.3%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,035 psf — about 249% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Mar 2023.
What has recently sold at The Old House?
The Old House has 12 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,660,000 in Mar 2023 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2023 | S$1,660,000 | 1,130 | S$1,469 psf |
| Aug 2021 | S$1,800,000 | 1,830 | S$984 psf |
| Jun 2016 | S$940,000 | 1,130 | S$832 psf |
| Jun 2014 | S$1,090,000 | 1,184 | S$921 psf |
| Dec 2012 | S$1,610,000 | 1,851 | S$870 psf |
| Feb 2011 | S$838,000 | 1,130 | S$741 psf |
| Dec 2010 | S$1,079,000 | 1,851 | S$583 psf |
| Sept 2007 | S$650,000 | 1,184 | S$549 psf |
| Oct 2005 | S$760,000 | 1,830 | S$415 psf |
| Aug 2003 | S$570,000 | 1,184 | S$481 psf |
| Aug 2003 | S$770,000 | 1,851 | S$416 psf |
| Aug 2003 | S$528,000 | 1,130 | S$467 psf |
12 sales and 7 rentals on record since Aug 2003. Source: URA.
Is The Old House a good investment?
The Old House has only 8 resales on record, too few to judge on its own. Across District 19, 90% of 30,979 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 29% over a median 7.0-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 5.3%. Units listed now ask about 249% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 19 sold for more
90%
of 30,979 private resales
Median gain
29%
gross, before costs
Median hold
7.0 years
bought to resold
The Old House has fewer than 10 matched resales, so the figures are for District 19 as a whole. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is The Old House and what's nearby?
The Old House is located in Hougang, in the North-East Region of Singapore.
The Old House is a freehold apartment completed in 2003. It was developed by CHIA CHU KENG ALIAS CHIA CHER KENG & TAN SOH LING (MS). The development has 6 residential units. It sits on a land area of 382 sqm and has a gross floor area of 1,145 sqm. The plot ratio is 3.0.
THE OLD HOUSE is located at 1011 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534749. It is part of District 19, Serangoon Garden / Hougang / Punggol, Hougang. The project falls within the North-East Region and the OCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Kovan MRT, approximately 384m away, around 6 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Heartland Mall Kovan for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Kovan Market & Food Centre for food options, and Richards Ave Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Car Park and 24 hours security.
How far is The Old House from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to The Old House is Kovan MRT, about 384 m away (~6 min walk). 4 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Getting around
- Kovan MRT384 m · ~6 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- Anderson Serangoon Junior CollegeJunior collegewithin 1 km265 m
- Xinghua Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority631 m
- Yuying Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km691 m
- Holy Innocents' Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority881 m
- Xinmin Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Xinmin Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
- Montfort Junior SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Montfort Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.3 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built The Old House and how big is the development?
The Old House was developed by CHIA CHU KENG ALIAS CHIA CHER KENG & TAN SOH LING (MS), with 6 units over up to 4 storeys.
- Developer
- CHIA CHU KENG ALIAS CHIA CHER KENG & TAN SOH LING (MS)
- Floors
- 4 storeys
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 382 sqm (4,112 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 1,145 sqm (12,325 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 3.00
What facilities does The Old House have?
The Old House has 2 facilities, including Car Park, 24 hours security.
What does it cost to own a unit at The Old House?
Buying a unit at The Old House (~S$838k) needs about S$6,134/mo in income and S$2,822/mo in repayments, after S$19,740 stamp duty and a S$210k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$838k) 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$19,740
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$210k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$2,822/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$6,134/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around The Old House?
11,112 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 19 — where The Old House sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
11,112
District 19 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
72,395
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 19 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
Thinking about The Old House? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Old House's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at The Old House sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about The Old House
Is The Old House freehold?⌄
Yes. The Old House is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is The Old House?⌄
The Old House was completed (obtained TOP) in 2003, so it is about 23 years old.
Is The Old House a good investment?⌄
The Old House has only 8 resales on record, too few to judge on its own. Across District 19, 90% of 30,979 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 29% over a median 7.0-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 5.3%. Units listed now ask about 249% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is The Old House an EC?⌄
No. The Old House is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of The Old House?⌄
The Old House was developed by CHIA CHU KENG ALIAS CHIA CHER KENG & TAN SOH LING (MS).
What is the price of a condo at The Old House?⌄
Units at The Old House have recently sold for around S$838k (S$583 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Mar 2023. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 3 units are listed for sale from S$2.30M to S$2.30M.
Where is The Old House located?⌄
The Old House is at 1011 Upper Serangoon Road, Singapore 534749, in Hougang (District 19). The nearest MRT station is Kovan MRT, about 384 m away.
How many units are there in The Old House?⌄
The Old House has 6 units in 1 block, up to 4 storeys high.
How much do I need to earn to buy at The Old House?⌄
For a unit around S$838k as a first home, you'd need roughly S$6,134/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$2,822/mo after a S$210k (25%) downpayment and S$19,740 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Old House?⌄
Xinghua Primary School, Holy Innocents' Primary School are within 1 km of The Old House. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.