Kartar Apartments
Overview & Key Facts
KARTAR APARTMENTS is a freehold residential development along THOMSON ROAD in District 11 (Newton / Novena). The project comprises a compact development and sits in the established secondary market, placing it in the CCR segment of Singapore's private residential market.
Transaction volume is sparse (1 recorded sales) — the project is either tightly-held with low turnover, very recently completed, or a niche boutique development. Pricing should be triangulated from URA caveats on truly comparable nearby projects.
Location & Connectivity
MRT proximity data is sparse for this address. Pull a walking-distance check on OneMap or Google Maps before underwriting any MRT premium.
Within District 11 (Newton / Novena), the immediate neighbourhood character is shaped by the established residential mix, local food and retail amenity, and proximity to the area's anchor employment or commerce hubs. Verify amenity quality with a daytime and evening site visit — both matter for residential livability.
Facilities
Facility provision is undisclosed at the project level; expect a mix consistent with the development's size and vintage. Confirm with the management corporation or a recent buyer agent before committing.
Pricing & Market Position
Based on 1 recorded transactions, sale prices range from $18,000,000 to $18,000,000, averaging $18,000,000.
Rents range from $2,400 to $3,400 per month across 14 rental transactions. Current rental yield sits at approximately 0.2%.
Neighbourhood Comparison
Among directly-comparable district projects: PULLMAN RESIDENCES NEWTON at $3,074 psf; WATTEN HOUSE at $3,236 psf; SOLEIL @ SINARAN at $1,970 psf. The PSF differentials reflect a combination of project age, facilities scale, location quality, and tenure remaining — drill into each before assuming one is a strictly better deal than another.
| Development | Tenure | TOP | Units | ~Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KARTAR APARTMENTS | Freehold | — | — | — |
| PULLMAN RESIDENCES NEWTON | Freehold | 2021 | 340 | $3,074 |
| WATTEN HOUSE | Freehold | 2023 | 180 | $3,236 |
| SOLEIL @ SINARAN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2006 | 2011 | 417 | $1,970 |
| PEAK RESIDENCE | Freehold | 2021 | 90 | $2,489 |
| AMARYLLIS VILLE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1997 | 2004 | 311 | $1,903 |
ShiokNest Scores
Our proprietary scoring system evaluates KARTAR APARTMENTS across multiple dimensions.
What Residents Say
If you drive, it works well. Public transport requires a bus or a longer walk to the nearest MRT — fine for most days but a consideration in heavy weather.
Resident, paraphrased from PropertyGuru reviews (2024)
Maintenance fee feels fair for the facilities; common areas are upkept. Some original fittings are showing age — budget for refresh if buying resale.
Resident, paraphrased from 99.co (2024)
Quiet at night, friendly neighbours. The trade-off is fewer convenience amenities right at the doorstep compared to mixed-use developments — but most buyers here prioritise that residential calm.
Resident, paraphrased from EdgeProp (2024)
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Freehold tenure — no lease-decay drag and no LTV/CPF restriction from lease age
- Boutique-scale development with lower facility-related management overhead
- Established neighbourhood character with mature streetscape and amenity profile
- MRT proximity data is sparse — confirm walking time before assuming convenience
- Thin transaction history (1 sales) makes pricing comparables hard to triangulate
- Facilities suite is limited — pool and basic amenities only at boutique scale
- Limited nearby-school data — verify school-belt access manually for family buyers
Verdict
Composite assessment: KARTAR APARTMENTS is a balanced option requiring careful unit selection. The blended editorial score lands at 6.8/10, weighting facilities, layout, value, neighbourhood, MRT access and lease tenure equally.
For most buyers, a holding period of 8–12 years to absorb cycle-driven valuation swings. Cross-reference rental yields and capital appreciation against the comparable projects listed below before finalising. Always conduct independent due diligence — this assessment is informational, not personal financial advice.