The Foliage
The Foliage is a freehold condominium in District 5 (Pasir Panjang, Hong Leong Garden, Clementi New Town), within Singapore's Rest of Central Region (RCR). Completed in 2009, the development comprises 88 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
THE FOLIAGE is a freehold condominium at PASIR PANJANG ROAD in District 5 (RCR), developed by HOI HUP J.V DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, comprising 88 units, completed in 2009.
Location & Connectivity
THE FOLIAGE is approximately 1210m from Kent Ridge MRT station, with 2 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kent Ridge | Circle Line | 1.2 km |
| Haw Par Villa | Circle Line | 1.3 km |
Schools & Education
9 schools within 2 km (1 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| National University of Singapore | Tertiary | 670m |
| The Japanese School | International | 1.2 km |
| Kent Ridge Secondary School | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Dulwich College (Singapore) | International | 1.7 km |
| Dover Court International School | International | 1.7 km |
| NUS High School of Mathematics and Science | JC | 1.7 km |
| United World College of South East Asia (Dover) | International | 1.8 km |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) | Secondary | 1.9 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | 2 | $1,581 psf | $800,000 |
| 2 BR | 2 | $1,404 psf | $1,315,000 |
| 3 BR | 5 | $1,383 psf | $1,455,000 |
Market Position
THE FOLIAGE has recorded 9 sales at an average price of $1,278,333.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at THE FOLIAGE 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $2,845/mo | $800,000 | 4.27% | $356/mo |
| 2 BR | $3,771/mo | $1,315,000 | 3.44% | $287/mo |
| 3 BR | $4,642/mo | $1,455,000 | 3.83% | $319/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | $1,369 psf | — |
| 2022 | 2 | $1,392 psf | ↑ 1.7% |
| 2025 | 2 | $1,629 psf | ↑ 17.0% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — THE FOLIAGE prices have climbed 19.0% since 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 5 reads 134.8 as of June 2026 — down 5.5% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LANDED HOUSING DEVELOPMENT | Freehold | $1,858 psf | 6241 |
| NORMANTON PARK | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 | $1,868 psf | 1433 |
| PARC CLEMATIS | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 | $1,896 psf | 1428 |
| ELTA | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,557 psf | 413 |
| FABER RESIDENCE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2025 | $2,159 psf | 384 |
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.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for international school families, sea-view / waterfront, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Reasonable access to one or more international school clusters via car or school bus.
For car-owning households, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
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
THE FOLIAGE is a freehold development in District 5 (RCR), with 88 units, offering a gross yield of 3.6%.
At ~$1,629 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full THE FOLIAGE dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing THE FOLIAGE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Clementi — 4-room average $838,557 (1.5 km away), an upgrader gap of about $450,000
- Queenstown — 4-room average $1,002,705 (1.6 km away), an upgrader gap of about $300,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- THE FOLIAGE Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 5 (Pasir Panjang, Hong Leong Garden, Clementi New Town) — District 5 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: 118 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Mar 2025 · 9 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats