The Equatorial
Located in District 10 (Ardmore, Bukit Timah, Holland Road, Tanglin), The Equatorial is a freehold condominium in the Core Central Region (CCR). Completed in 2002, the development comprises 95 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
THE EQUATORIAL is a freehold condominium at STEVENS ROAD in District 10 (CCR), developed by CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD, comprising 95 units, completed in 2002.
Location & Connectivity
THE EQUATORIAL is approximately 140m from Stevens MRT station, with 6 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens | Downtown Line | 140m |
| Stevens | Thomson-East Coast Line | 140m |
| Botanic Gardens | Circle Line | 1.1 km |
| Botanic Gardens | Downtown Line | 1.1 km |
| Mount Pleasant | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.4 km |
| Napier | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.5 km |
Schools & Education
18 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nanyang Girls' High School | Secondary | 640m |
| Nanyang Primary School | Primary | 830m |
| ISS International School (Preston) | International | 1.2 km |
| ISS International School (Paterson) | International | 1.2 km |
| Methodist Girls' School (Primary) | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Methodist Girls' School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | Primary | 1.4 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | 1 | $1,922 psf | $2,400,000 |
| 4 BR | 11 | $2,133 psf | $3,123,535 |
| 5+ BR | 1 | $1,644 psf | $5,680,000 |
Market Position
THE EQUATORIAL has recorded 13 sales at an average price of $3,264,530.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at THE EQUATORIAL typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price. The final column shows monthly rent per $100,000 invested, so unit sizes compare on equal capital:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield | Rent per $100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | $6,491/mo | $2,400,000 | 3.25% | $270/mo |
| 4 BR | $9,445/mo | $3,123,535 | 3.63% | $302/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | $1,892 psf | — |
| 2022 | 4 | $2,005 psf | ↑ 6.0% |
| 2024 | 2 | $2,398 psf | ↑ 19.6% |
| 2025 | 1 | $2,597 psf | ↑ 8.3% |
| 2026 | 2 | $2,028 psf | ↓ 21.9% |
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From the 2025 high, THE EQUATORIAL prices have given back 21.9% — still 7.2% above the 2021 baseline.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 10 reads 113.4 as of June 2026 — down 2.0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SKYE AT HOLLAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,946 psf | 666 |
| LEEDON GREEN | Freehold | $2,786 psf | 575 |
| D'LEEDON | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2010 | $1,869 psf | 453 |
| D'LEEDON | — | $1,889 psf | 416 |
| HYLL ON HOLLAND | Freehold | $2,649 psf | 328 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 3 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, long-term hold (10+ yr) and boutique low-density (<100 units). Located ~138m from Stevens MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
freehold / generational hold and foreign / absd-aware buyers should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
short-term flippers (<5 yr) and resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. TOP 2002 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
THE EQUATORIAL is a freehold development in District 10 (CCR), with 95 units, offering a gross yield of 2.4%.
At ~$2,217 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full THE EQUATORIAL dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing THE EQUATORIAL against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bukit Timah — 4-room average $846,049 (1.5 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,400,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- THE EQUATORIAL Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 10 (Ardmore, Bukit Timah, Holland Road, Tanglin) — District 10 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: 13 transactions
- Rental data: 99 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: May 2026 · 13 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats