Summer Scent
Summer Scent is a 999-year leasehold condominium in District 19 (Punggol, Hougang, Serangoon Gardens), within Singapore's Outside Central Region (OCR). Completed in 2013, the development comprises 16 units, on a lease that commenced in 1883. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
SUMMER SCENT is a 999 yrs lease commencing from 1883 condominium at KANG CHOO BIN ROAD in District 19 (OCR), developed by KDC (KOVAN) DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, comprising 16 units, completed in 2013.
Location & Connectivity
SUMMER SCENT is approximately 710m from Kovan MRT station, with 2 stations within 1.5 km.
Schools & Education
23 schools within 2 km (10 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Xinmin Primary School | Primary | 300m |
| Xinmin Secondary School | Secondary | 420m |
| Holy Innocents' High School | Secondary | 490m |
| Holy Innocents' Primary School | Primary | 520m |
| Rosyth School | Primary | 590m |
| Yangzheng Primary School | Primary | 740m |
| St. Gabriel's Primary School | Primary | 770m |
| Townsville Primary School | Primary | 850m |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | 5 | $1,261 psf | $1,246,000 |
| 4 BR | 2 | $1,097 psf | $1,877,500 |
| 5+ BR | 1 | $974 psf | $1,855,000 |
Market Position
SUMMER SCENT has recorded 8 sales at an average price of $1,480,000.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,239 psf | — |
| 2022 | 4 | $1,103 psf | ↓ 11.0% |
| 2024 | 2 | $1,297 psf | ↑ 17.6% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,230 psf | ↓ 5.2% |
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From the 2024 high, SUMMER SCENT prices have given back 5.2% — still 0.7% below the 2021 baseline.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 19 reads 131.3 as of June 2026 — up 2.8% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHUAN PARK | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,596 psf | 883 |
| THE FLORENCE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | $1,752 psf | 873 |
| RIVERFRONT RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | $1,596 psf | 648 |
| AFFINITY AT SERANGOON | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | $1,699 psf | 604 |
| SERANGOON GARDEN ESTATE | Freehold | $1,759 psf | 491 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 1 sale in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 16-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
This is a strong match for families with young children, car-owning households, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Family-suitable layout and OCR (Outside Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.
empty nesters / downsizers and quiet sanctuary seekers should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
It is a weaker fit for short-term flippers (<5 yr) — other options likely serve them better. TOP 2013 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
SUMMER SCENT is a 999 yrs lease commencing from 1883 development in District 19 (OCR), with 16 units, offering a gross yield of 2.6%.
At ~$1,230 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.
Explore the full SUMMER SCENT dashboard for interactive analytics.
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FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- SUMMER SCENT Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 19 (Punggol, Hougang, Serangoon Gardens) — District 19 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: 8 transactions
- Rental data: 18 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jul 2025 · 8 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats