Balestier 288

Apartment · in Novena, District 12, Singapore · Freehold · Completed 2004

Data through 1 March 2026

Intro: Balestier 288 offers a freehold address in the heart of Balestier that keeps families within a 1km radius of Hong Wen School 🏫.
Good to know: Located in District 12 with a boutique-style layout featuring only 11 units in total 🏢; Provides convenient access to local food culture along the famous Balestier heritage stretch 🍜.
Practical note: Residents may find the walk to Novena MRT station takes about 17 minutes, so this location best suits those who prefer bus connections or driving for their daily commute 🚌.

D12RCRCentralNovena

< 1km

MRT Station

Near

$1M+ HDB

> 1K

MOPs in Town

100%

Profitable

Mega

Development

< 10y

Property Age

Top 20

Schools

50+

Deals Past Yr

Balestier 288 project details

Street

Balestier Road

Property Type

Apartment

Completion

2004

Total Units

-1

Plot Ratio

3.0

Unit Size

624 - 1,948 sqft

Tenure

Freehold

Lease Remaining

Freehold

Postal Sector

MRT and LRT stations near Balestier 288

Novena957 m MRTMRT

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Primary schools near Balestier 288

Hong Wen School540 m
St. Joseph'S Institution Junior985 m

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Balestier 288 price, PSF and transaction trends

57%

HDB Buyers

$15.3M+

Total Transacted

26-12-2003

First Transacted

30-05-2023

Last Transacted

Total Transactions

Balestier 288 transaction volume

New SaleSub SaleResale

Among the latest 12 recorded sales for Balestier 288, the median price was S$753,000 and the median PSF was S$888 psf. The newest record shown is from 30 May 2023. The annual project median was 93.2% higher in 2023 than in 2009; unit mix can affect year-to-year comparisons.

Recent Balestier 288 transactions

Date	Sale type	Price	PSF	Size
30 May 2023	Resale	S$1,450,000	S$1,192 psf	1,216 sqft
24 March 2022	Resale	S$1,300,000	S$1,069 psf	1,216 sqft
18 June 2021	Resale	S$705,000	S$1,129 psf	624 sqft
22 February 2018	Resale	S$1,170,000	S$962 psf	1,216 sqft
23 April 2012	Resale	S$608,000	S$974 psf	624 sqft

Balestier 288 median transaction PSF (S$)

Balestier 288 annual price trend

Year	Median price	Median PSF	Recorded sales
2023	S$1,450,000	S$1,192 psf	1
2022	S$1,300,000	S$1,069 psf	1
2021	S$705,000	S$1,129 psf	1
2018	S$1,170,000	S$962 psf	1
2012	S$608,000	S$974 psf	1
2011	S$990,000	S$814 psf	1
2010	S$610,000	S$977 psf	1
2009	S$750,000	S$617 psf	1

100.0%

% Profitable

Profitable

Unprofitable

> 6% Annualized

6.4 yrs

Avg Holding

$2.8M

Total Profits

Balestier 288 annualized profit %

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Balestier 288 rental prices and estimated yield

Past 1 month

$4.92

Avg PSF Rental

No. of Rentals

Among the latest 12 recorded rental contracts for Balestier 288, the median monthly rent was S$2,900, with records ranging from S$1,850 to S$3,600.

Recent Balestier 288 rental contracts

Lease date	Bedrooms	Monthly rent	Est. PSF	Area
1 March 2026	1 BR	S$3,200	S$5 psf	600-700
1 March 2025	1 BR	S$3,500	S$5 psf	600-700
1 February 2025	1 BR	S$3,000	S$5 psf	600-700
1 January 2024	1 BR	S$1,850	S$3 psf	600-700
1 March 2023	1 BR	S$3,600	S$7 psf	500-600

Balestier 288 rental volume

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Frequently asked questions about Balestier 288

How much do units at Balestier 288 cost?

The latest 12 recorded sales show a median price of S$753,000 and a median of S$888 psf. Actual prices vary by floor, size, facing, condition and sale date.

What are the rental price and estimated yield at Balestier 288?

The latest recorded median monthly rent is S$2,900. Rental yield is indicative and can vary by unit and costs.

Is Balestier 288 freehold or leasehold?

Balestier 288 has a tenure of Freehold.

When was Balestier 288 completed?

Balestier 288 was completed in 2004.

Which MRT or LRT station is nearest to Balestier 288?

Novena is the nearest station shown, at an estimated straight-line distance of 957 metres.

Which primary schools are near Balestier 288?

The primary schools shown within the page’s one-kilometre search are Hong Wen School (540 m) and St. Joseph'S Institution Junior (985 m). Distances are estimates and do not determine school-admission eligibility.

Data sources and methodology

Sale and rental records are based on URA private residential property market data. REALSMART calculates project-level medians, chart groupings, profitability indicators, straight-line distances and estimated rental yields. Data on this page runs through 1 March 2026. Figures are indicative and do not constitute financial advice.