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The Serra Residences

Rare Freehold Luxury High-Rise Landmark in Prime District 11 Novena
by Far East Organization
📍 7 Bassein Road
PREVIEW 19 SEP 2026 CCR Condominium Freehold 133 units TOP 2030 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Centric Layout (No 1-Bedders) 🏆 Prime Prestige Address
Indicative Starting From
Est. $2,940 – $3,340 PSF
Indicative launch estimate · Subject to confirmation
2 - 6Bedrooms
710–2669 sqftSizes
FreeholdTenure
2030TOP Year
133 UnitsTotal
PreviewStatus
133 Lots (1:1)Car Park Lots

🚀 Target Launch & Investment Economics

Key launch milestones, land economics and transit provisions for The Serra Residences.

Land Rate (GLS)
$847 PSF PPR (Former Pastoral View En-bloc)
Attractive city-fringe tender valuation
Target Preview
19 Sep 2026 – 30 Sep 2026 (Showflat Preview)
VIP Showflat Access
Target Booking
03 Oct 2026 (Official Booking Day)
Official Balloting & Launch
Indicative Pricing
Est. $2,940 – $3,340 PSF
Indicative preview estimate
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Novena MRT (NS20) & Mount Pleasant MRT (TE10)
CondoWatch Intel™

Independent Investment & Valuation Analysis

Objective algorithmic evaluation grounded in transacted URA caveats and land economics.

ANALYST VERDICT

The Serra Residences offers a rare freehold entry in District 11 with strong primary school and MRT connectivity, but its ~$2,790 PSF launch price sits above the $1,360 PSF PPR land cost, leaving a tight margin that demands careful exit strategy planning.

Key Strengths & Upside
  • Freehold tenure in CCR D11 with 556m (~7 min walk) to Novena MRT (NS20) and 1039m (~13 min walk) to Toa Payoh MRT (NS19), providing dual-line access.
  • St. Joseph's Institution Junior is within 1km (661m, ~8 min walk), securing Phase 2C priority for families with primary school children.
  • Daily amenities within 500m: Fairprice Finest (445m), Big Harvest Supermarket (468m), and Novena Square (585m) for retail and dining.
  • Land acquisition at $1360 PSF PPR implies a developer breakeven around $2,200–$2,400 PSF, offering a potential safety margin if launch pricing holds near $2,790 PSF.
! Prudent Risks & Watch-Outs
  • Indicative launch pricing from ~$2,790 PSF is significantly above the $1,360 PSF PPR land rate, leaving a thin developer profit margin that may limit price appreciation headroom.
  • Zero caveats and no sales track record yet; actual take-up and pricing will only be tested at the official booking day on 03 Oct 2026.
  • The 133-unit project is small, which may reduce resale liquidity and rental pool depth compared to larger developments in the vicinity.
Ideal Buyer Profile

Families with young children prioritizing primary school proximity and own-stay buyers seeking a freehold CCR address with MRT access, comfortable with a medium-to-long holding period (5–10 years).

Exit Strategy & TOP Horizon

Upon TOP in 2030, resale demand should be supported by the freehold status and school catchment, but sellers may face competition from newer launches in D11. Rental yields could be modest given the high entry PSF, so capital preservation relies on holding through market cycles and capitalizing on the scarcity of freehold units in the Novena fringe.

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Quick Take

  • Pricing for The Serra Residences is on request — no transacted or listed price data yet.
  • 🎓 St. Joseph'S Institution Junior is within 661m (8 min walk).
  • Best suited to own-stay families needing space; long-term legacy holders who value a lease that won't decay; prestige-district buyers prioritising address and top-tier schools.

About The Serra Residences

The Serra Residences is a prestigious 28-storey freehold residential landmark by Far East Organization situated at 7 Bassein Road, offering a tranquil city-fringe sanctuary in prime District 11. Reimagining the former Pastoral View site, this marks the first new residential launch in this highly sought-after Novena enclave in over 12 years.

Rising 28 storeys over a 51,396 sq ft elevated freehold parcel, The Serra Residences comprises only 133 homes, from 2-Bedroom + Study (710 sq ft) to 4- and 5-Bedroom Premium units with private lifts and two penthouses (up to 2,669 sq ft). Designed with architectural elegance and biophilic principles, the tower maximizes natural light, cross-ventilation, and panoramic vistas over the Novena and Orchard city skyline.

Residents enjoy unmatched lifestyle convenience at the doorstep of HealthCity Novena — Singapore's flagship integrated healthcare and medical science mega-precinct — alongside premier shopping malls (Velocity, Square 2, United Square) and top-tier educational institutions including St. Joseph's Institution Junior and Anglo-Chinese School (Junior & Primary).

Architect: P&T Consultants
Developer: Far East Organization (FEO)
Location: 7 Bassein Road (District 11 Novena)
Site Area: 51,396 sq ft
Tenure: Freehold (Perpetual Title)
Units: 133 Bespoke Freehold Residences (1 Tower, 28 Storeys)

Signature Lifestyle & Clubhouse Zones

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Lap Pool & Family Deck
Lap pool with spa pool and sun deck, plus a kids pool, kids pavilion and playground (Level 3).
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Level 17 Sky Terrace
Level 17 sky terrace with Social Lounge, Retreat Lounge, Zen Deck and Wellness Garden.
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Fitness, Sauna & Dining
Fitness Room, steam room and sauna, with a BBQ Pavilion, Dining Room and Pets Park (Level 3).
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Tennis Court
Tennis court and arrival bay on Level 2.

The Serra Residences Unit Mix & Planned Blueprint

Developer's official unit tier distribution — Classic & Luxury Collections breakdown.

TypeSize RangeFrom PriceIndicative PSFLayout & Provision Notes
2 Bedroom + Study 710 – 721 sqft From ~$2,087,400 Est. ~$2,940 psf Types B1, B1a, B2
3 Bedroom 764 – 904 sqft From ~$2,292,000 Est. ~$3,000 psf Types C1, C2, C3
4 Bedroom 958 – 1,216 sqft From ~$2,931,480 Est. ~$3,060 psf Types D1, D2
4 Bedroom + Study 1,335 sqft From ~$4,165,200 Est. ~$3,120 psf Type D3
4 Bedroom Premium (Private Lift) 1,528 sqft From ~$4,859,040 Est. ~$3,180 psf Type D4
5 Bedroom Premium (Private Lift) 1,755 sqft From ~$5,686,200 Est. ~$3,240 psf Type E
Penthouse 2,648 – 2,669 sqft From ~$8,738,400 Est. ~$3,300 psf Types PH1, PH2

Based on developer preliminary info kit & floorplan releases — subject to final survey and authority approval.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Centric Layout (No 1-Bedders)

This development's smallest unit type is a 2-Bedroom — there are no 1-Bedroom units.

Based on transacted URA caveats for this project, plus the development's own bedroom-type range.

🎓 Primary 1 School Catchment near The Serra Residences (MOE 1km & 2km)

Official MOE Primary 1 registration priority zones calculated from OneMap geospatial data.

Phase 2C Priority Within 1 km (1 School)
  • St. Joseph'S Institution Junior Highest Balloting Priority
    661m · 8 min
Phase 2C Supplementary 1 km – 2 km (3 Schools)
  • Hong Wen School
    1103m · 14 min
  • Farrer Park Primary School
    1249m · 16 min
  • Chij Primary (Toa Payoh)
    1250m · 16 min

Other Nearby Schools & Institutions (Secondary, JC & Mixed Level)

  • Northlight School Secondary (S1-S4) 988m · 12 min
  • Chij Secondary (Toa Payoh) Secondary (S1-S5) 1143m · 14 min
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road) Secondary (S1-S5) 1412m · 18 min
  • Catholic Junior College Junior College 1441m · 18 min

Singapore MOE Primary 1 registration prioritises homes within 1 km (Phase 2C Priority) and within 1–2 km (Phase 2C Supplementary). Sourced from official OneMap MOE registries.

The Serra Residences Location, Transit & Neighbourhood Amenities

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Unrivaled central connectivity connecting Downtown, North-East, North-South, Circle, and East-West MRT lines.

Nearby MRT Stations

  • NS20 Novena 556m · 7 min
  • NS19 Toa Payoh 1039m · 13 min
  • NE8 Farrer Park 1360m · 17 min
  • NE9 Boon Keng 1614m · 20 min
  • NS21 DT11 Newton 1623m · 20 min
  • NE7 DT12 Little India 1797m · 22 min

Nearby Malls

  • Novena Square585m
  • Balestier Hill Shopping Centre648m
  • United Square831m
  • HDB Hub Toa Payoh993m
  • City Square Mall1636m
  • Mustafa Centre1679m

Supermarkets

  • Fairprice Finest445m
  • Big Harvest Supermarket468m
  • Fairprice523m
  • Don Don Donki523m
  • Sol Mart523m
  • Mmmm!585m

Straight-line distances, sourced from OneMap. Approximate — actual walking routes may differ.

The Serra Residences Master Plan & Location Map

The Serra Residences and MRT stations within walking distance.

The Serra Residences Site Plan & Resident Facilities

Legend from the developer's site plan.

  • Arrival Bay
  • Bicycle Parking
  • Tennis Court
  • 60-metre Lap Pool
  • Spa Pool
  • Sun Deck
  • BBQ Pavilion
  • Dining Room
  • Fitness Room
  • Female Changing Room
  • Male Changing Room
  • Steam Room
  • Sauna
  • Pets Park
  • Family Deck
  • Kids Pavilion
  • Kids Pool
  • Kids Playground
  • Social Lounge
  • Retreat Lounge
  • Zen Deck
  • Wellness Garden
  • Accessible Toilet (L3)
  • Service Driveway (from L1 to B1)
  • Transformer Room (B1)
  • Service Gate (L1)

The Serra Residences Mortgage & Affordability Calculator

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Stamp Duty & Affordability

Indicative BSD/ABSD payable and a TDSR affordability check.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Serra Residences

Key facts, pricing benchmarks, closest MRT connectivity, and Primary 1 school registration details.

What is the price and average PSF of The Serra Residences?

Units at The Serra Residences have indicative prices starting from Est. $2,940 – $3,340 PSF. Official prices vary depending on stack, floor level, and layout configuration.

Which MRT station is closest to The Serra Residences?

The nearest MRT station to The Serra Residences is Novena MRT (NS20), located approximately 556m (7 min walk) from the development.

What is the tenure and estimated TOP date for The Serra Residences?

The Serra Residences is a Freehold Condo development with an estimated Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) date of 2030.

Who is the developer of The Serra Residences?

The Serra Residences is developed by Far East Organization.

Which primary schools are within 1km of The Serra Residences?

Under Singapore MOE Primary 1 registration (Phase 2C priority), primary schools situated within the 1km radius include: St. Joseph'S Institution Junior.

Where can I get the official floor plans and e-brochure for The Serra Residences?

You can download the official floor plans, unit mix breakdown, and developer e-brochure directly on CondoWatch.sg via the E-Brochure request form.

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