Overview & Key Facts
SYMPHONY HEIGHTS is a freehold condominium at HUME AVENUE in District 21 (OCR), developed by CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD, comprising 449 units, completed in 1998.
Location & Connectivity
SYMPHONY HEIGHTS is approximately 320m from Hume MRT station, with 2 stations within 1.5 km.
Schools & Education
2 schools within 2 km.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bukit View Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Princess Elizabeth Primary School | Primary | 1.8 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 6 | $1,722 psf | $1,590,667 |
| 3 BR | 29 | $1,566 psf | $1,681,621 |
| 4 BR | 11 | $1,539 psf | $2,381,055 |
Market Position
SYMPHONY HEIGHTS has recorded 46 sales at an average price of $1,837,013.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at SYMPHONY HEIGHTS typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | $3,269/mo | $1,590,667 | 2.47% |
| 3 BR | $4,037/mo | $1,681,621 | 2.88% |
| 4 BR | $4,806/mo | $2,381,055 | 2.42% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 10 | $1,372 psf | — |
| 2022 | 7 | $1,442 psf | ↑ 5.1% |
| 2023 | 8 | $1,583 psf | ↑ 9.8% |
| 2024 | 7 | $1,636 psf | ↑ 3.3% |
| 2025 | 10 | $1,796 psf | ↑ 9.8% |
| 2026 | 4 | $1,693 psf | ↓ 5.8% |
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SYMPHONY HEIGHTS prices have cooled 5.8% from the 2025 peak, yet remain 23.4% above where the series began in 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 21 reads 114.8 as of June 2026 — down 6.0% 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
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE RESERVE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2021 | $2,494 psf | 723 |
| NAVA GROVE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,493 psf | 550 |
| PINETREE HILL | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | $2,486 psf | 519 |
| KI RESIDENCES AT BROOKVALE | 999 yrs lease commencing from 1885 | $1,956 psf | 485 |
| FORETT@BUKIT TIMAH | Freehold | $2,131 psf | 358 |
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Located ~321m from Hume MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
international school families and sports / active lifestyle should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors — other options likely serve them better. OCR (Outside Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
SYMPHONY HEIGHTS is a freehold development in District 21 (OCR), with 449 units, offering a gross yield of 2.4%.
At ~$1,767 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.
Explore the full SYMPHONY HEIGHTS dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing SYMPHONY HEIGHTS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bukit Batok — 4-room average $626,224 (990m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,200,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.8 km away), an upgrader gap of about $750,000
- Bukit Timah — 4-room average $846,049 (1.9 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- SYMPHONY HEIGHTS Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 21 (Upper Bukit Timah, Ulu Pandan, Clementi Park) — District 21 neighbourhood guide
Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Sales data: 46 transactions
- Rental data: 469 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Mar 2026 · 46 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats