Proximity to Yio Chu Kang Secondary School is one of the highest-leverage locational variables in the Singapore property market. Primary-school proximity matters for families during the Phase 2A/2B/2C/3 registration windows; the 1km school-zone catchment is the operative threshold for the Phase 2C balloting advantage. The Ministry of Education maintains the official registration framework.
For private condo buyers in particular, proximity to Yio Chu Kang Secondary School 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: school-zone proximity premium typically runs 3–8% over equivalent units outside the 1km catchment. This private condos shortlist surfaces the developments closest to Yio Chu Kang Secondary School.
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.
- School: Yio Chu Kang Secondary School (Secondary)
- Condos within 1km: 7
- Condos within 2km: 60
- Family-friendly (3BR+): 7
Condos Within 1km
Condos within the priority admission zone (1km) of Yio Chu Kang Secondary School.
| Condo | Distance | District | Tenure | Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRANDEUR 8 | 400m | D20 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2002 | $1,311 psf |
| MAYFLOWER VILLE | 520m | D20 | Freehold | $1,788 psf |
| MAYFLOWER GARDENS | 550m | D20 | Freehold | $1,664 psf |
| MAYFLOWER RESIDENCES | 620m | D20 | Freehold | $1,309 psf |
| CENTRO RESIDENCES | 740m | D20 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2007 | $1,756 psf |
| CHIP THYE GARDEN | 920m | D20 | Freehold | $1,715 psf |
| HORIZON GARDENS | 930m | D20 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1995 | $844 psf |
Condos 1\u{2013}2km Away
| Condo | Distance | District | Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE PANORAMA | 1.1 km | D20 | $1,835 psf |
| NUOVO | 1.1 km | D20 | $1,123 psf |
| FAR HORIZON GARDENS | 1.1 km | D20 | $1,052 psf |
| WELLINGTON PARK | 1.1 km | D20 | $1,842 psf |
| HAPPY PARK | 1.2 km | D20 | $1,854 psf |
| THE CALROSE | 1.2 km | D26 | $1,696 psf |
| ST NICHOLAS VIEW | 1.2 km | D20 | $1,302 psf |
| HORIZON GREEN | 1.2 km | D20 | $805 psf |
| RED BRICK VILLAS | 1.2 km | D20 | — |
| SEASONS PARK | 1.2 km | D26 | $1,106 psf |
| CASTLE GREEN | 1.2 km | D26 | $1,162 psf |
| LENTORIA | 1.3 km | D26 | $2,223 psf |
| SHANGRI-LA PARK | 1.3 km | D20 | $1,405 psf |
| AMO RESIDENCE | 1.4 km | D20 | $2,139 psf |
| THOMSON HILLS ESTATE | 1.4 km | D20 | $1,615 psf |
| THOMSON GROVE | 1.4 km | D26 | $1,579 psf |
| PRESIDENT GARDENS | 1.4 km | D26 | $1,598 psf |
| ATELIER VILLAS | 1.4 km | D26 | $936 psf |
| MUN WAH GARDEN | 1.5 km | D26 | $1,476 psf |
| LENTOR HILLS RESIDENCES | 1.5 km | D26 | $2,116 psf |
| LENTOR MANSION | 1.5 km | D26 | $2,266 psf |
| HAPPY ESTATE | 1.5 km | D20 | $1,425 psf |
| BANYAN VILLAS | 1.5 km | D26 | $1,960 psf |
| LENTOR MODERN | 1.6 km | D26 | $2,137 psf |
| HILLOCK GREEN | 1.6 km | D26 | $2,187 psf |
| BISHAN PARK CONDOMINIUM | 1.6 km | D20 | $1,328 psf |
| FLORISSA PARK | 1.6 km | D26 | $1,608 psf |
| MELODY VILLAS | 1.6 km | D26 | $1,607 psf |
| SIN MING CENTRE | 1.7 km | D20 | $3,177 psf |
| RAINTREE VALLEY | 1.7 km | D26 | $1,345 psf |
| PEIRCE VALE | 1.7 km | D26 | $2,251 psf |
| FUDU PARK | 1.7 km | D26 | $1,416 psf |
| LATTICE ONE | 1.7 km | D20 | $1,886 psf |
| PEIRCE VIEW | 1.7 km | D20 | $1,366 psf |
| GRANDE VISTA | 1.7 km | D28 | $1,224 psf |
| SEMBAWANG HILLS ESTATE | 1.7 km | D20 | $1,941 psf |
| LENTOR VIEW | 1.7 km | D26 | $1,377 psf |
| CLOVER BY THE PARK | 1.8 km | D20 | $1,670 psf |
| LENTOR CENTRAL RESIDENCES | 1.8 km | D26 | $2,222 psf |
| FULTON HILL | 1.8 km | D20 | $1,817 psf |
| THE GARDENS AT BISHAN | 1.8 km | D20 | $1,476 psf |
| SELETAR GARDEN | 1.8 km | D28 | $1,496 psf |
| ADANA @ THOMSON | 1.8 km | D20 | $1,849 psf |
| POLLEN COLLECTION II | 1.8 km | D28 | $2,520 psf |
| MEADOWS @ PEIRCE | 1.9 km | D26 | $1,469 psf |
| POETS VILLAS | 1.9 km | D26 | $706 psf |
| ISLAND COUNTRY VILLAS | 1.9 km | D20 | $954 psf |
| THOMSON GRAND | 1.9 km | D20 | $1,530 psf |
| ISLAND PARK | 1.9 km | D20 | $1,482 psf |
| POLLEN COLLECTION | 2 km | D28 | $2,199 psf |
| PRIVE | 2 km | D19 | $1,306 psf |
| SPRINGHILL TERRACE | 2 km | D28 | — |
| CABANA | 2 km | D28 | $883 psf |
Family-Friendly Condos (3BR+ Available)
Condos near Yio Chu Kang Secondary School with 3-bedroom or larger units suitable for families.
| Condo | Distance | District |
|---|---|---|
| GRANDEUR 8 | 400m | D20 |
| MAYFLOWER VILLE | 520m | D20 |
| MAYFLOWER GARDENS | 550m | D20 |
| MAYFLOWER RESIDENCES | 620m | D20 |
| CENTRO RESIDENCES | 740m | D20 |
| CHIP THYE GARDEN | 920m | D20 |
| HORIZON GARDENS | 930m | D20 |
The private condos list ranked by distance to Yio Chu Kang Secondary School 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 Yio Chu Kang Secondary School 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 Yio Chu Kang Secondary School?
How is the distance to Yio Chu Kang Secondary School 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 Yio Chu Kang Secondary School?
School-zone proximity (within 1km catchment) typically commands 3–8% premium over outside-catchment units. The premium is highest near brand-name primary schools.
Does the primary school affect rental yield?
Yes. School-zone-proximate units attract longer-lease family tenants who prioritise schooling stability, supporting both rental rates and tenancy duration.
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 Yio Chu Kang Secondary School?
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: haversine formula.
- Data: URA REALIS.
Outlier-resistant medians anchor every PSF figure shown above. Volume counts are exact transaction tallies, not estimates.