The Residences At Barker
Overview & Key Facts
THE RESIDENCES AT BARKER is a 99-year leasehold residential development along BARKER 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
THE RESIDENCES AT BARKER is roughly 0.74km from Mount Pleasant — within the conventional 800m walking threshold. Capital values capture meaningful MRT premium; rental tenants typically rate this as 'walkable'.
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.
Nearby schools include St. Joseph's Institution (0.46km), Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) (0.53km), Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) (0.57km). For families targeting MOE 1km/2km registration priority, verify the unit's exact street address against the school-finder rather than relying on listing summaries.
Schools & Education
2 primary schools within the 1 km Priority Phase balloting radius.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Joseph's Institution | secondary | Within 1 km |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | primary | Within 1 km |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | primary | Within 1 km |
| New Town Primary School | primary | ~1.1 km |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | primary | ~1.3 km |
| ISS International School (Preston) | international | ~1.3 km |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | primary | ~1.4 km |
| ISS International School (Paterson) | international | ~1.4 km |
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 $10,600,000 to $10,600,000, averaging $10,600,000 (~$2,161 psf).
Rents range from $14,000 to $16,000 per month across 2 rental transactions. Current rental yield sits at approximately 1.8%.
Neighbourhood Comparison
Among directly-comparable district projects: PULLMAN RESIDENCES NEWTON at $3,074 psf (+42.3% vs this project); WATTEN HOUSE at $3,236 psf (+49.7% vs this project); SOLEIL @ SINARAN at $1,970 psf (-8.8% vs this project). 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE RESIDENCES AT BARKER | — | — | $2,161 | |
| 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 THE RESIDENCES AT BARKER across multiple dimensions.
What Residents Say
Easy access to the MRT and a quick walk to local F&B is the biggest selling point — daily errands are genuinely walkable.
Resident, paraphrased from EdgeProp review (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
- MRT within walking distance (<800m) supports CBD-bound commuters and rental demand
- Multiple nearby schools support family-tenant demand and resale to upgrader households
- PSF trades at a meaningful discount to comparable district projects
- Boutique-scale development with lower facility-related management overhead
- Established neighbourhood character with mature streetscape and amenity profile
- Thin transaction history (1 sales) makes pricing comparables hard to triangulate
- Facilities suite is limited — pool and basic amenities only at boutique scale
- Tenant pool may be narrower than mass-market alternatives; budget for longer re-let cycles
- Capital appreciation will track broader district trend rather than diverging on project-specific catalysts
Verdict
Composite assessment: THE RESIDENCES AT BARKER 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.