SOMMERVILLE LOFT Review

Condo Review 4 min read Last reviewed
District 13 · Freehold · Completed 2003
~$1,548Avg PSF (12-month)
18Total units
Category Ratings
Facilities
6.0
Unit size & layout
8.0
Value for money
8.0
Neighbourhood
7.0
MRT accessibility
8.0
Lease remaining
9.5

Overview & Key Facts

SOMMERVILLE LOFT is a freehold condominium at SOMMERVILLE WALK in District 13 (OCR), developed by LEGACY DEVELOPMENT, comprising 18 units, completed in 2003.

Developer
LEGACY DEVELOPMENT
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
18
TOP year
2003
District
13 — OCR
Street
SOMMERVILLE WALK

Location & Connectivity

SOMMERVILLE LOFT is approximately 530m from Woodleigh MRT station, with 6 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near SOMMERVILLE LOFT
StationLineDistance
WoodleighNorth-East Line530m
SerangoonNorth-East Line760m
SerangoonCircle Line760m
Lorong ChuanCircle Line1.1 km
BartleyCircle Line1.2 km
Potong PasirNorth-East Line1.4 km

Schools & Education

15 schools within 2 km (1 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near SOMMERVILLE LOFT
SchoolTypeDistance
Bartley Secondary SchoolSecondary870m
Stamford Primary SchoolPrimary1.3 km
Assumption Pathway SchoolSecondary1.3 km
Red Swastika SchoolPrimary1.4 km
Cedar Girls' Secondary SchoolSecondary1.4 km
Cedar Primary SchoolPrimary1.5 km
De La Salle SchoolPrimary1.7 km
Hillside World AcademyInternational1.7 km

Market Position

SOMMERVILLE LOFT has recorded 2 sales at an average price of $1,650,000.

SOMMERVILLE LOFT sits at the 45th percentile of District 13 condo PSF.
$1,548 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$1,650,000
Avg Price
3.2%
Gross Yield
2
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for SOMMERVILLE LOFT
YearSalesAvg PSFChange
20221$1,366 psf
20251$1,548 psf↑ 13.3%

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Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 13 reads 117.2 as of June 2026 — up 6.6% year-on-year. The index tracks repeat-sales price movement, so it is less distorted by shifts in what happens to be transacting than a raw average PSF.

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Neighbourhood Comparison

District 13 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
THE WOODLEIGH RESIDENCES99 yrs lease commencing from 2017$2,234 psf401
THE TRE VER99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$1,922 psf301
BARTLEY RIDGE99 yrs lease commencing from 2012$1,719 psf280
PARK COLONIAL99 yrs lease commencing from 2017$2,151 psf251
THE POIZ RESIDENCES99 yrs lease commencing from 2014$1,878 psf226

What Could Work Against You

  • With just 0 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
  • The 18-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.

Who This Actually Suits

This is a strong match for car-owning households, long-term hold (10+ yr), freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units). At ~530m from the nearest MRT, this property suits households with a car who value arterial road access over transit proximity.


Verdict

SOMMERVILLE LOFT is a freehold development in District 13 (OCR), with 18 units, offering a gross yield of 3.2%.

At ~$1,548 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

Weighing SOMMERVILLE LOFT against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:

  • Hougang — 4-room average $630,510 (140m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
  • Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (220m away), an upgrader gap of about $700,000
  • Serangoon — 4-room average $685,706 (430m away), an upgrader gap of about $950,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for SOMMERVILLE LOFT?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,548 psf.
Is SOMMERVILLE LOFT freehold?
Yes, SOMMERVILLE LOFT is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for SOMMERVILLE LOFT?
The estimated gross yield is 3.2%.
Which MRT is nearest to SOMMERVILLE LOFT?
The nearest is Woodleigh MRT at 530m.

Sources & Next Steps

Methodology & Sources

This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Sales data: 2 transactions
  • Rental data: 11 leases
  • Source: URA

Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.

Data as of March 2025

Latest recorded data point: Mar 2025 · 2 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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