The Sentinel
The Sentinel is a freehold apartment in District 11 (Novena) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 14 units across 1 block. Across 1 transaction on record, the median transacted price is about S$2.50M (S$735 psf, ~3,401 sqft).
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2005 |
| Developer | LEONG HIN (NEWTON) PTE LTD |
| Units | 14 in 1 block |
| District and area | District 11 · Novena · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Novena MRT, 500 m (~8 min walk) |
| Median psf | S$735 psf, 1 URA caveat to Dec 2004 |
What's for sale and for rent at The Sentinel?
No units at The Sentinel are listed for sale or for rent on the property portals PropKaki tracks right now.
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What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Sentinel?
Floor plans for The Sentinel aren't in PropKaki's library yet.
What is the price and PSF at The Sentinel?
The median transacted price is about S$2.50M (S$735 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.8% (URA caveat data).
Median price
S$2.50M
1 sale on record
Median PSF
S$735 psf
URA, all sales
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,748
168 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
1.8%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Dec 2004.
What has recently sold at The Sentinel?
The Sentinel has 1 recorded sale; the most recent transacted at S$2,500,000 in Dec 2004 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2004 | S$2,500,000 | 3,401 | S$735 psf |
1 sale and 168 rentals on record since Dec 2004. Source: URA.
Is The Sentinel a good investment?
The Sentinel has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 11, 85% of 10,732 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 24% over a median 5.8-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 1.8%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 11 sold for more
85%
of 10,732 private resales
Median gain
24%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.8 years
bought to resold
The Sentinel has fewer than 10 matched resales, so the figures are for District 11 as a whole. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is The Sentinel and what's nearby?
The Sentinel is located in Novena, in the Central Region of Singapore.
The Sentinel is a freehold apartment completed in 2005. It was developed by LEONG HIN (NEWTON) PTE LTD. The development has 14 residential units. It sits on a land area of 722 sqm and has a gross floor area of 2,023 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
THE SENTINEL is located at 3 Surrey Road, Singapore 307743. 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 500m away, around 8 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 Gymnasium room, Lap pool, Putting Green, and Swimming pool.
How far is The Sentinel from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to The Sentinel is Novena MRT, about 500 m away (~8 min walk). 4 schools are within 1 km, including 3 primary schools.
Getting around
- Novena MRT500 m · ~8 min
- Newton MRT554 m · ~9 min
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 priority418 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority763 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority781 m
- Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km800 m
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.2 km
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.4 km
- Northlight SchoolSecondary school1.5 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built The Sentinel and how big is the development?
The Sentinel was developed by LEONG HIN (NEWTON) PTE LTD, with 14 units.
- Developer
- LEONG HIN (NEWTON) PTE LTD
- Blocks
- 1
- Land area
- 722 sqm (7,772 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 2,023 sqm (21,775 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
What facilities does The Sentinel have?
The Sentinel has 4 facilities, including Gymnasium room, Lap pool, Putting Green, Swimming pool.
What does it cost to own a unit at The Sentinel?
Buying a unit at The Sentinel (~S$2.50M) needs about S$18,301/mo in income and S$8,420/mo in repayments, after S$94,600 stamp duty and a S$625k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the median price (S$2.50M) 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$94,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$625k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$8,420/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$18,301/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around The Sentinel?
6,366 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where The Sentinel 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.
Thinking about The Sentinel? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Sentinel's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at The Sentinel sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about The Sentinel
Is The Sentinel freehold?⌄
Yes. The Sentinel is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is The Sentinel?⌄
The Sentinel was completed (obtained TOP) in 2005, so it is about 21 years old.
Is The Sentinel a good investment?⌄
The Sentinel has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 11, 85% of 10,732 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 24% over a median 5.8-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 1.8%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is The Sentinel an EC?⌄
No. The Sentinel is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of The Sentinel?⌄
The Sentinel was developed by LEONG HIN (NEWTON) PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at The Sentinel?⌄
The median price paid at The Sentinel is about S$2.50M (S$735 psf), across 1 URA caveat to Dec 2004.
Where is The Sentinel located?⌄
The Sentinel is at 3 Surrey Road, Singapore 307743, in Novena (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Novena MRT, about 500 m away.
How many units are there in The Sentinel?⌄
The Sentinel has 14 units in 1 block.
How much do I need to earn to buy at The Sentinel?⌄
For a unit around S$2.50M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$18,301/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$8,420/mo after a S$625k (25%) downpayment and S$94,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Sentinel?⌄
St. Joseph's Institution Junior, Anglo-Chinese School (Primary), Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) are within 1 km of The Sentinel. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.