D'chateau @ Shelford
D'chateau @ Shelford is a freehold condominium located in District 11 (Watten Estate, Novena, Thomson), part of the Core Central Region (CCR). Completed in 2012, the development comprises 31 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD is a freehold condominium at SHELFORD ROAD in District 11 (CCR), developed by EAST COAST PROPERTIES PTE LTD, comprising 31 units, completed in 2012.
Location & Connectivity
D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD is approximately 610m from Tan Kah Kee MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tan Kah Kee | Downtown Line | 610m |
| Botanic Gardens | Circle Line | 720m |
| Botanic Gardens | Downtown Line | 720m |
| Farrer Road | Circle Line | 1.3 km |
Schools & Education
11 schools within 2 km (4 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| National Junior College | Secondary | 610m |
| National Junior College | JC | 610m |
| Chatsworth International School (Bukit Timah) | International | 630m |
| German European School Singapore | International | 720m |
| SJI International School | International | 1 km |
| Hollandse School | International | 1.1 km |
| Raffles Girls' Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Lycee Francais de Singapour | International | 1.3 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 5 | $2,084 psf | $1,725,400 |
| 4 BR | 3 | $1,508 psf | $2,550,000 |
| 5+ BR | 1 | $1,187 psf | $3,400,000 |
Market Position
D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD has recorded 9 sales at an average price of $2,186,333.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3 | $1,420 psf | — |
| 2023 | 1 | $2,120 psf | ↑ 49.3% |
| 2024 | 4 | $1,886 psf | ↓ 11.0% |
| 2025 | 1 | $2,206 psf | ↑ 17.0% |
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D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD prices sit at a fresh series high after a 17.0% gain on the prior period, now 55.3% above the 2021 starting level.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 11 reads 119.0 as of June 2026 — down 0.1% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PULLMAN RESIDENCES NEWTON | Freehold | $3,074 psf | 288 |
| WATTEN HOUSE | Freehold | $3,236 psf | 180 |
| SOLEIL @ SINARAN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2006 | $1,979 psf | 96 |
| PEAK RESIDENCE | Freehold | $2,489 psf | 90 |
| AMARYLLIS VILLE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1997 | $1,909 psf | 74 |
What Could Work Against You
- Only 0 transactions were recorded in the past 12 months, so the price figures here rest on a thin sample — a single outlier deal can move the averages.
- At 31 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits mrt-walkable commuters, car-owning households, international school families and long-term hold (10+ yr) best. MRT proximity is the standout commute feature for daily transit users.
foreign / absd-aware buyers, heavy renovation / value seekers and resort facilities should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
yield-focused investors and short-term flippers (<5 yr) should probably look elsewhere. CCR (Core Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD is a freehold development in District 11 (CCR), with 31 units, offering a gross yield of 2.3%.
At ~$2,206 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bukit Timah — 4-room average $846,049 (580m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,350,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- D'CHATEAU @ SHELFORD Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 11 (Watten Estate, Novena, Thomson) — District 11 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: 9 transactions
- Rental data: 24 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Feb 2025 · 9 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats