The Shelford
The Shelford is a freehold condominium in District 11 (Bukit Timah) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 215 units across 8 blocks. Across 381 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$3.49M (S$2,271 psf, ~1,389 sqft). There are 3 units for sale from S$1.80M to S$6.10M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 2005 |
| Developer | LEONIE COURT PTE LTD |
| Units | 215 in 8 blocks |
| District and area | District 11 · Bukit Timah · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Tan Kah Kee MRT, 432 m (~7 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$2,271 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Sep 2026 |
What's for sale and for rent at The Shelford?
The Shelford has 3 units listed for sale, asking S$1.80M to S$6.10M (median S$2,530 psf), and 5 units for rent at a median of S$6,000 a month.
For sale
3 listings
S$1.80M – S$6.10M
For rent
5 listings
S$4,200 – S$12,200 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 1 | S$1.80M–S$1.80M | S$2,462 psf |
| 2-bedroom | 1 | S$2.88M–S$2.88M | S$2,788 psf |
| 4-bedroom | 1 | S$6.10M–S$6.10M | S$2,530 psf |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Shelford?
PropKaki has 77 layouts on record for The Shelford, from 1 to 4 bedrooms (732 sqft to 2,411 sqft).
| Bedrooms | Layouts | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | 8 | 732 to 958 sq ft |
| 2 Bedroom | 21 | 775 to 1,604 sq ft |
| 3 Bedroom | 32 | 1,184 to 1,851 sq ft |
| 4 Bedroom | 16 | 1,755 to 2,411 sq ft |
PropKaki holds 38 floor plans for The Shelford.
See The Shelford's floor plans — ask PropKaki.
Ask PropKakisqm ↔ sq ft converterLayouts digitised from developer brochures.
What is the price and PSF at The Shelford?
Units have recently transacted around S$3.49M (S$2,271 psf) (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$3.49M
recent · 381 sales on record
Median PSF
S$2,271 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
—
0 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
—
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,530 psf — about 11% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Sept 2026.
What has recently sold at The Shelford?
The Shelford has 381 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$5,310,000 in Sept 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sept 2026 | S$5,310,000 | 2,411 | S$2,202 psf |
| Jun 2026 | S$3,760,000 | 1,389 | S$2,708 psf |
| Jun 2026 | S$2,830,000 | 1,227 | S$2,306 psf |
| Jan 2026 | S$5,280,000 | 2,411 | S$2,190 psf |
| Jan 2026 | S$2,680,000 | 1,076 | S$2,490 psf |
| Jan 2026 | S$4,730,000 | 1,851 | S$2,555 psf |
| Oct 2025 | S$3,700,000 | 1,442 | S$2,565 psf |
| Sept 2025 | S$4,938,000 | 2,174 | S$2,271 psf |
| Oct 2024 | S$3,080,000 | 1,184 | S$2,601 psf |
| Aug 2024 | S$3,490,000 | 1,604 | S$2,176 psf |
| Jul 2024 | S$1,590,000 | 775 | S$2,052 psf |
| Jun 2024 | S$1,430,000 | 775 | S$1,845 psf |
381 sales and 0 rentals on record since Jun 2002. Source: URA.
Are prices at The Shelford rising?
The median transacted PSF at The Shelford has risen 41% over the past 10 years (2016–2026), from S$1,635 psf to S$2,306 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | S$2,306 psf | S$3.76M | 6 | +1.5% |
| 2025 | S$2,271 psf | S$3.70M | 2 | +4.4% |
| 2024 | S$2,176 psf | S$3.08M | 5 | -4.3% |
| 2023 | S$2,273 psf | S$3.18M | 7 | +9.2% |
| 2021 | S$2,082 psf | S$3.02M | 4 | +11.5% |
| 2020 | S$1,868 psf | S$1.93M | 2 | -6.6% |
| 2019 | S$2,001 psf | S$2.80M | 4 | +9.0% |
| 2018 | S$1,836 psf | S$2.04M | 6 | +10.3% |
| 2017 | S$1,665 psf | S$2.25M | 5 | +1.8% |
| 2016 | S$1,635 psf | S$2.31M | 8 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is The Shelford a good investment?
Of 167 units at The Shelford that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2026), 96% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 55% over a median 5.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Units listed now ask about 11% 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
96%
of 167 resales here
Median gain
55%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.8 years
bought to resold
Every unit at The Shelford with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →
Where is The Shelford and what's nearby?
The Shelford is located in Bukit Timah, in the Central Region of Singapore.
The Shelford is a freehold condominium completed in 2005. It was developed by LEONIE COURT PTE LTD. The development has 215 residential units. It sits on a land area of 21,471 sqm and has a gross floor area of 30,060 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.
THE SHELFORD is located at 1F Shelford Road, Singapore 286888. It is part of District 11, Watten Estate / Novena / Thomson, Bukit Timah. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Tan Kah Kee MRT, approximately 432m away, around 7 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Adam Food Centre for food options, and Shelford Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Basement car park, Clubhouse, Fun pool, Function room, and Gymnasium room.
How far is The Shelford from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to The Shelford is Tan Kah Kee MRT, about 432 m away (~7 min walk). 5 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Getting around
- Tan Kah Kee MRT432 m · ~7 min
- Botanic Gardens MRT536 m · ~8 min
Schools nearby
Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.
- St. Margaret's School (Secondary)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km642 m
- Hwa Chong InstitutionMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km664 m
- Nanyang Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority682 m
- Raffles Girls' Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority718 m
- National Junior CollegeMixed-level schoolwithin 1 km988 m
- Nanyang Girls' High SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
- St. Joseph's InstitutionMixed-level school1.9 km
- Singapore Chinese Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.9 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built The Shelford and how big is the development?
The Shelford was developed by LEONIE COURT PTE LTD, designed by CHAN SAU YAN ASSOCIATES, with 215 units over up to 5 storeys.
- Developer
- LEONIE COURT PTE LTD
- Architect
- CHAN SAU YAN ASSOCIATES
- Main contractor
- TIONG AIK CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
- Floors
- 5 storeys
- Blocks
- 8
- Land area
- 21,471 sqm (231,112 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 30,060 sqm (323,563 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 1.40
What facilities does The Shelford have?
The Shelford has 15 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Basement car park, Clubhouse, Fun pool, and more.
What does it cost to own a unit at The Shelford?
Buying a unit at The Shelford (~S$3.49M) needs about S$25,548/mo in income and S$11,754/mo in repayments, after S$149,000 stamp duty and a S$873k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$3.49M) 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$149,000
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$873k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$11,754/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$25,548/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around The Shelford?
6,366 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 11 — where The Shelford 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 Shelford? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Shelford's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at The Shelford sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about The Shelford
Is The Shelford freehold?⌄
Yes. The Shelford is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is The Shelford?⌄
The Shelford was completed (obtained TOP) in 2005, so it is about 21 years old.
Is The Shelford a good investment?⌄
Of 167 units at The Shelford that were bought and later resold (bought from 2002, resold up to 2026), 96% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 55% over a median 5.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Units listed now ask about 11% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is The Shelford an EC?⌄
No. The Shelford is a private condominium, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of The Shelford?⌄
The Shelford was developed by LEONIE COURT PTE LTD.
What is the price of a condo at The Shelford?⌄
Units at The Shelford have recently sold for around S$3.49M (S$2,271 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Sep 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 3 units are listed for sale from S$1.80M to S$6.10M.
Where is The Shelford located?⌄
The Shelford is at 1F Shelford Road, Singapore 286888, in Bukit Timah (District 11). The nearest MRT station is Tan Kah Kee MRT, about 432 m away.
How many units are there in The Shelford?⌄
The Shelford has 215 units in 8 blocks, up to 5 storeys high.
How much do I need to earn to buy at The Shelford?⌄
For a unit around S$3.49M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$25,548/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$11,754/mo after a S$873k (25%) downpayment and S$149,000 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at The Shelford going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at The Shelford has risen about 41% 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 Shelford?⌄
Nanyang Primary School, Raffles Girls' Primary School are within 1 km of The Shelford. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.