Proximity to Toa Payoh MRT is one of the highest-leverage locational variables in the Singapore property market. MRT-proximity premium reflects daily-commute time savings, integrated with the broader transit network mapped on the LTA MRT system map. Singapore’s North-South, East-West, Circle, Downtown, Thomson-East Coast, and forthcoming Cross Island Line collectively serve approximately 200+ stations.
For private condo buyers in particular, proximity to Toa Payoh MRT translates to (a) immediate quality-of-life benefit during the holding period, (b) measurable rental-yield uplift via stronger tenant demand, and (c) resale-pricing premium when exiting. The premium magnitude varies: MRT-proximity premium typically runs 5–10% over equivalent units 1km+ away. This private condos shortlist surfaces the developments closest to Toa Payoh MRT.
The cost framework applies uniformly: private condo buyers face BSD per the IRAS BSD, ABSD per the IRAS ABSD by buyer profile, and SORA-pegged mortgages at ~4.0% all-in via the MAS TDSR explainer framework. Use the stamp duty calculator to size your upfront cost.
- Station: Toa Payoh (North-South Line)
- Condos within 500m: 3
- Condos within 1km: 65
- Avg PSF nearby: $1,497 psf
Station Overview
Toa Payoh is a station on the North-South Line. There are 3 condos within walking distance (500m) and 65 within 1km.
Condos Within 500m (Walking Distance)
These condos are within a comfortable 5–7 minute walk of Toa Payoh MRT.
| Condo | Distance | District | Tenure | Units | Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLEANDER TOWERS | 330m | D12 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1995 | 318 | $1,362 psf |
| TRELLIS TOWERS | 440m | D12 | Freehold | 384 | $1,875 psf |
| CASA FORTUNA | 490m | D12 | Freehold | 106 | $1,463 psf |
Condos Within 500m\u{2013}1km
These condos are within a 10–15 minute walk or short bus ride from Toa Payoh MRT.
| Condo | Distance | District | Tenure | Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NADIA MANSIONS | 530m | D12 | Freehold | $1,187 psf |
| SKYSUITES17 | 570m | D12 | Freehold | $1,796 psf |
| THE VERVE | 570m | D12 | Freehold | $1,384 psf |
| DE ROYALE | 590m | D12 | Freehold | $1,790 psf |
| TREVISTA | 600m | D12 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2008 | $1,702 psf |
| RAJAH TOWERS | 610m | D12 | Freehold | $1,275 psf |
| MONVILLE MANSIONS | 630m | D12 | Freehold | $1,133 psf |
| NEW COURT | 630m | D12 | Freehold | $1,337 psf |
| VIIO @ BALESTIER | 650m | D12 | Freehold | $1,802 psf |
| THE BELLEFORTE | 650m | D12 | Freehold | $1,453 psf |
| D'MIRA | 660m | D12 | Freehold | $1,505 psf |
| GAIA | 660m | D12 | Freehold | $1,587 psf |
| BOON TECK TOWER | 670m | D12 | Freehold | $1,198 psf |
| VISTA RESIDENCES | 670m | D12 | Freehold | $1,872 psf |
| GALLERY FIFTEEN | 680m | D12 | Freehold | $1,302 psf |
| SKY@ELEVEN | 680m | D11 | Freehold | $2,087 psf |
| PAPILLON | 690m | D12 | Freehold | $1,447 psf |
| KINGSLEY MANSIONS | 690m | D12 | Freehold | $1,313 psf |
| THE ARTE | 690m | D12 | Freehold | $1,695 psf |
| ASCENT @ 456 | 700m | D12 | Freehold | $1,478 psf |
| SUMMER GREEN | 700m | D12 | Freehold | $1,287 psf |
| WAI WING CENTRE | 720m | D12 | — | — |
| PUBLIC MANSION | 730m | D12 | Freehold | $1,084 psf |
| VA RESIDENCES | 730m | D12 | Freehold | $1,505 psf |
| ONE DUSUN RESIDENCES | 730m | D12 | Freehold | $1,717 psf |
| BOON TECK APARTMENTS | 730m | D12 | Freehold | $1,196 psf |
| THE CITRINE | 730m | D12 | Freehold | $1,494 psf |
| THE MARQUE @ IRRAWADDY | 760m | D12 | Freehold | $1,537 psf |
| LE SHANTIER | 760m | D12 | Freehold | $1,338 psf |
| SHAN GATE APARTMENTS | 760m | D12 | Freehold | $1,358 psf |
| LEONG HIN BUILDING | 760m | D12 | — | — |
| GIFFARD MANSIONS | 760m | D12 | Freehold | $1,140 psf |
| GLOBAL VILLE | 760m | D12 | Freehold | $1,381 psf |
| EASTPAC BUILDING | 770m | D12 | Freehold | $1,010 psf |
| MINBU VILLA | 780m | D11 | Freehold | $1,263 psf |
| NEEM TREE | 780m | D12 | Freehold | $1,797 psf |
| CUBE 8 | 780m | D11 | Freehold | $1,758 psf |
| 8 RAJA | 790m | D12 | — | $1,283 psf |
| DOMUS | 800m | D12 | Freehold | $1,725 psf |
| VERTICUS | 810m | D12 | Freehold | $2,122 psf |
| TAN TONG MENG TOWER | 810m | D11 | Freehold | $1,188 psf |
| MINBU COURT | 820m | D11 | Freehold | $1,420 psf |
| THE CENTRIO | 830m | D12 | Freehold | $1,616 psf |
| 368 THOMSON | 830m | D11 | — | $1,825 psf |
| IRESIDENCES | 840m | D12 | Freehold | $1,632 psf |
| AMPAS APARTMENTS | 850m | D12 | Freehold | $1,325 psf |
| THE ORIE | 850m | D12 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,730 psf |
| CASA IRRAWADDY | 870m | D12 | Freehold | $1,640 psf |
| BALESTIER PLAZA | 870m | D12 | Freehold | $1,163 psf |
| BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS | 870m | D12 | Freehold | $1,301 psf |
| GEM RESIDENCES | 870m | D12 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,838 psf |
| NOVA 48 | 890m | D12 | Freehold | $1,708 psf |
| THE VIRIDIAN | 900m | D12 | Freehold | $1,595 psf |
| PAVILION 11 | 910m | D11 | Freehold | $1,924 psf |
| PINNACLE 16 | 920m | D12 | Freehold | $1,588 psf |
| NOVA 88 | 930m | D12 | Freehold | $1,502 psf |
| MONARCHY APARTMENTS | 940m | D11 | Freehold | $1,247 psf |
| THE AXIS | 960m | D11 | Freehold | $1,620 psf |
| D' IXORAS | 980m | D11 | Freehold | $1,502 psf |
| MANDALE HEIGHTS | 980m | D11 | Freehold | $1,534 psf |
| BALESTIER REGENCY | 980m | D12 | Freehold | $1,428 psf |
| SHAW PLAZA - TWIN HEIGHTS | 990m | D12 | Freehold | $1,471 psf |
The private condos list ranked by distance to Toa Payoh MRT is sorted by walking-distance, not as-the-crow-flies. Singapore’s urban form — built around limited road grids, MRT alignment, and walkway connectivity — means actual walking distance can be 1.3–1.8x the straight-line distance. Each unit’s rated distance reflects this real-walking-distance computation.
Within the shortlist, individual private condos differ on (a) tenure type (mix of freehold, 999-year, and 99-year leasehold), (b) unit-type mix (studio / 1BR / 2BR / 3BR / 4BR), (c) MCST or S&CC fees (for condos vs HDB), and (d) age + facilities standard. The proximity-premium is one variable; the comprehensive evaluation needs all of these. Use the comparison tool to place 2–3 candidates side-by-side on price, PSF, yield, and walkability score.
Cross-reference the list against URA REALIS (for private condo transacted caveats) or the HDB resale portal (for HDB resale transactions) to verify recent per-unit transacted prices. The proximity-premium varies by district and demand cohort; well-connected RCR / OCR with strong upgrader demand tends to see the highest premium, while super-prime CCR sees a smaller relative premium because PSF is already high.
The distance-vs-price curve for Toa Payoh MRT typically follows a step-function: units 0–500m command the full premium (5–10% for MRT, 3–8% for schools), units 500m–1km command a partial premium (3–5%), and units 1km+ command little to no premium. For yield-focused buyers, the 500m–1km band can offer the best yield-to-price tradeoff — close enough for tenant-demand support but priced below the premium-floor 0–500m tier.
The 1km school-zone threshold is binary in regulatory terms (you either qualify for Phase 2C balloting advantage or you don’t), so for family-stage buyers the cliff is meaningful. For MRT-proximity there’s no equivalent binary threshold, but the walking-time-tolerance threshold typically sits around 8–10 minutes — buyers tolerate longer walks if the segment is otherwise compelling.
Within the shortlist, value-buyers should look for: (a) older private condos in the 500m–1km band with strong fundamentals (freehold tenure or good unit-mix) that are priced below the proximity-premium-floor adjacent stock; (b) private condos in projects where MCST or S&CC fees are lower than comparable proximity-tier stock; (c) units on lower floors in private condos with good orientation, where the floor-band discount partially offsets the proximity-premium. The price heatmap visualises district-level PSF concentration; cross-reference with the URA Property Price Index for cycle context.
FAQ
How many condos are near Toa Payoh MRT?
What is the average PSF near Toa Payoh MRT?
How is the distance to Toa Payoh MRT computed?
Walking distance, not as-the-crow-flies. Singapore’s urban form means actual walking distance is typically 1.3–1.8x the straight-line distance. The list reflects real-walking computation, verified against the LTA MRT system map (for MRT) or Ministry of Education (for schools).
What is the typical proximity premium for Toa Payoh MRT?
MRT-proximity premium typically runs 5–10% over equivalent units 1km+ away, varying by district and segment.
Does the MRT station affect rental yield?
Yes. MRT-proximate units rent at a 5–10% premium to equivalent further-away units, with shorter letting cycles. This typically improves gross yield by 20–40 basis points.
How does cooling-measure environment affect this list?
The post-April-2023 cooling-measure regime (foreigner ABSD 60%, SC second-property ABSD 20%, TDSR 55%) shapes demand-side composition across all districts. Proximity premium remains structural, but the absolute price level reflects the broader demand-supply equilibrium. See IRAS ABSD and the MAS TDSR explainer.
Where can I verify transacted prices for private condos in this list?
The official source is URA REALIS for private residential caveats. ShiokNest aggregates this data into per-project transacted history.
Should I always prioritise proximity to Toa Payoh MRT?
Honest answer: depends on holding horizon and buyer profile. For family-stage buyers, school-zone proximity is binary-valuable during the 6-year primary-school window. For MRT-proximity, daily commute quality compounds across the holding period. Yield-focused investors should run the ROI calculator with proximity-tier-specific yield assumptions.
Methodology & Sources
Numbers in this article reflect the latest available data and update as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Distances calculated using haversine formula.
- Transaction data from URA REALIS.
Outlier-resistant medians anchor every PSF figure shown above. Volume counts are exact transaction tallies, not estimates.