The Princeton
The Princeton is a freehold condominium located in District 10 (Ardmore, Bukit Timah, Holland Road, Tanglin), part of the Core Central Region (CCR). The development was completed in 1999 and comprises 37 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
THE PRINCETON is a freehold condominium at EWE BOON ROAD in District 10 (CCR), developed by TECK CHIANG REALTY, comprising 37 units, completed in 1999.
Location & Connectivity
THE PRINCETON is approximately 680m from Newton MRT station, with 8 stations within 1.5 km.
Schools & Education
18 schools within 2 km (6 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | Primary | 320m |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | Primary | 400m |
| ISS International School (Preston) | International | 880m |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | Primary | 910m |
| St. Joseph's Institution | Secondary | 910m |
| ISS International School (Paterson) | International | 960m |
| NPS International School | International | 1.1 km |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 5 | $2,009 psf | $1,729,600 |
| 3 BR | 7 | $1,897 psf | $2,062,143 |
Market Position
THE PRINCETON has recorded 12 sales at an average price of $1,923,583.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at THE PRINCETON 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | $3,386/mo | $1,729,600 | 2.35% | $196/mo |
| 3 BR | $3,388/mo | $2,062,143 | 1.97% | $164/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | $1,697 psf | — |
| 2022 | 2 | $1,821 psf | ↑ 7.3% |
| 2023 | 1 | $1,916 psf | ↑ 5.2% |
| 2024 | 5 | $2,044 psf | ↑ 6.7% |
| 2025 | 2 | $2,074 psf | ↑ 1.5% |
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THE PRINCETON prices sit at a fresh series high after a 1.5% gain on the prior period, now 22.2% above the 2021 starting level.
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
- Only 1 transaction were recorded in the past 12 months, so the price figures here rest on a thin sample — a single outlier deal can move the averages.
- At 37 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits families with young children, car-owning households, long-term hold (10+ yr) and en-bloc speculators best. Family-suitable layout and CCR (Core Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.
For foreign / absd-aware buyers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
short-term flippers (<5 yr) and resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. TOP 1999 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.
Verdict
THE PRINCETON is a freehold development in District 10 (CCR), with 37 units, offering a gross yield of 2.1%.
At ~$2,074 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full THE PRINCETON dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing THE PRINCETON against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (1.5 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,050,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.8 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- THE PRINCETON 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: 12 transactions
- Rental data: 41 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Dec 2025 · 12 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats