Viio @ Balestier
Viio @ Balestier is a freehold condominium located in District 12 (Toa Payoh, Serangoon, Balestier), part of the Rest of Central Region (RCR). Completed in 2017, the development comprises 56 units. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
Overview & Key Facts
VIIO @ BALESTIER is a freehold condominium at BALESTIER ROAD in District 12 (RCR), developed by TECHKON COMMERCIAL PTE LTD, comprising 56 units, completed in 2017.
Location & Connectivity
VIIO @ BALESTIER is approximately 650m from Toa Payoh MRT station, with 6 stations within 1.5 km.
Schools & Education
20 schools within 2 km (6 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beatty Secondary School | Secondary | 820m |
| Saint Joseph's Institution International | International | 890m |
| New Town Primary School | Primary | 910m |
| CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Secondary | 940m |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 970m |
| School of Science and Technology | JC | 990m |
| St. Joseph's Institution | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| Balestier Hill Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 7 | $1,844 psf | $873,286 |
| 1 BR | 3 | $1,799 psf | $1,007,000 |
| 2 BR | 2 | $1,763 psf | $1,480,000 |
| 3 BR | 1 | $1,677 psf | $1,805,000 |
Market Position
VIIO @ BALESTIER has recorded 13 sales at an average price of $1,069,154.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at VIIO @ BALESTIER 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 | $3,288/mo | $1,480,000 | 2.67% | $222/mo |
| 3 BR | $4,373/mo | $1,805,000 | 2.91% | $242/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,774 psf | — |
| 2022 | 2 | $1,764 psf | ↓ 0.5% |
| 2023 | 3 | $1,768 psf | ↑ 0.2% |
| 2024 | 4 | $1,814 psf | ↑ 2.6% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,813 psf | ↓ 0.0% |
| 2026 | 2 | $1,916 psf | ↑ 5.7% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — VIIO @ BALESTIER prices have climbed 8.0% since 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 12 reads 147.7 as of June 2026 — up 14.3% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ORIE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $2,730 psf | 741 |
| EIGHT RIVERSUITES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2011 | $1,649 psf | 312 |
| GEM RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,845 psf | 202 |
| TREVISTA | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2008 | $1,711 psf | 150 |
| VERTICUS | Freehold | $2,127 psf | 131 |
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.
- The 56-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
Buyers most likely to be happy here: mrt-walkable commuters, car-owning households, yield-focused investors and freehold / generational hold. MRT proximity is the standout commute feature for daily transit users.
families with young children and long-term hold (10+ yr) should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
en-bloc speculators and resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. Older site profile in an en-bloc-active cluster — speculative upside if collective sale activates.
Verdict
VIIO @ BALESTIER is a freehold development in District 12 (RCR), with 56 units, offering a gross yield of 3.8%.
At ~$1,882 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full VIIO @ BALESTIER dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing VIIO @ BALESTIER against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (160m away), an upgrader gap of about $200,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (370m away), an upgrader gap of about $150,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- VIIO @ BALESTIER Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 12 (Toa Payoh, Serangoon, Balestier) — District 12 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: 126 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jun 2026 · 13 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats