ECoville
Ecoville is a freehold condominium in District 12 (Toa Payoh, Serangoon, Balestier), within Singapore's Rest of Central Region (RCR). The development was completed in 2008 and comprises 30 units. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
Overview & Key Facts
ECOVILLE is a freehold condominium at MARTABAN ROAD in District 12 (RCR), developed by TEAMBUILD PROPERTIES PTE LTD, comprising 30 units, completed in 2008.
Location & Connectivity
ECOVILLE is approximately 870m from Novena MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Novena | North-South Line | 870m |
| Toa Payoh | North-South Line | 1.1 km |
| Boon Keng | North-East Line | 1.3 km |
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 1.3 km |
Schools & Education
24 schools within 2 km (3 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 590m |
| Beatty Secondary School | Secondary | 830m |
| School of Science and Technology | JC | 980m |
| CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Secondary | 1 km |
| Balestier Hill Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Bendemeer Primary School | Primary | 1.4 km |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 1.4 km |
Market Position
ECOVILLE has recorded 5 sales at an average price of $1,868,000.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,461 psf | — |
| 2023 | 1 | $1,520 psf | ↑ 4.0% |
| 2024 | 3 | $1,636 psf | ↑ 7.6% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — ECOVILLE prices have climbed 11.9% since 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 12 reads 147.7 as of June 2026 — up 14.3% 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 ORIE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,730 psf | 741 |
| EIGHT RIVERSUITES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2011 | $1,649 psf | 312 |
| GEM RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,845 psf | 202 |
| TREVISTA | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2008 | $1,711 psf | 150 |
| VERTICUS | Freehold | $2,127 psf | 131 |
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 30-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits car-owning households, long-term hold (10+ yr), freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units) best. Parking and arterial road access matter more here than walking-distance MRT.
families with young children should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
yield-focused investors should probably look elsewhere. RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
ECOVILLE is a freehold development in District 12 (RCR), with 30 units, offering a gross yield of 2.6%.
Explore the full ECOVILLE dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing ECOVILLE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (340m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (870m away), an upgrader gap of about $950,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.6 km away), an upgrader gap of about $800,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- ECOVILLE Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 12 (Toa Payoh, Serangoon, Balestier) — District 12 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: 5 transactions
- Rental data: 9 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Apr 2024 · 5 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats