ASCENT @ 456 Review

Condo Review 4 min read Last reviewed
District 12 · Freehold · Completed 2017
~$1,485Avg PSF (12-month)
28Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
5.0
Investment
5.6
En-Bloc Potential
3.9
ShiokNest Score
4.4

Overview & Key Facts

ASCENT @ 456 is a freehold condominium at BALESTIER ROAD in District 12 (RCR), developed by QUEST HOMES PTE LTD, comprising 28 units, completed in 2017.

Developer
QUEST HOMES PTE LTD
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
28
TOP year
2017
District
12 — RCR
Street
BALESTIER ROAD

Location & Connectivity

ASCENT @ 456 is approximately 700m from Toa Payoh MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near ASCENT @ 456
StationLineDistance
Toa PayohNorth-South Line700m
NovenaNorth-South Line850m
Mount PleasantThomson-East Coast Line1.5 km

Schools & Education

23 schools within 2 km (4 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near ASCENT @ 456
SchoolTypeDistance
Beatty Secondary SchoolSecondary650m
CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh)Secondary800m
School of Science and TechnologyJc820m
CHIJ Our Lady Queen of PeacePrimary870m
Balestier Hill Primary SchoolPrimary1.1 km
New Town Primary SchoolPrimary1.2 km
Pei Chun Public SchoolPrimary1.3 km
St. Joseph's InstitutionSecondary1.4 km

Unit Mix & Pricing

Unit mix for ASCENT @ 456
TypeSalesAvg PSFAvg Price
1 BR11$1,507 psf$1,038,455
2 BR4$1,397 psf$1,052,222

Market Position

ASCENT @ 456 has recorded 15 sales at an average price of $1,042,126.

ASCENT @ 456 sits at the 56th percentile of District 12 condo PSF.
$1,485 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$1,042,126
Avg Price
3.9%
Gross Yield
15
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for ASCENT @ 456
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20223$1,403 psf
20236$1,490 psf↑ 6.2%
20243$1,521 psf↑ 2.1%
20253$1,485 psf↓ 2.4%

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ASCENT @ 456 prices have cooled 2.4% from the 2024 peak, yet remain 5.8% above where the series began in 2022.

Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 12 reads 136.8 as of May 2026 — down 6.2% 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

District 12 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
THE ORIE99 yrs lease commencing from 2024$2,730 psf741
EIGHT RIVERSUITES99 yrs lease commencing from 2011$1,649 psf311
GEM RESIDENCES99 yrs lease commencing from 2015$1,843 psf200
TREVISTA99 yrs lease commencing from 2008$1,709 psf149
VERTICUSFreehold$2,126 psf130

What Could Work Against You

  • Only 2 transactions 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 28 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.

Who This Actually Suits

Buyers most likely to be happy here: car-owning households, hawker / food enthusiasts, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. At ~696m from the nearest MRT, this property suits households with a car who value arterial road access over transit proximity.

For yield-focused investors, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.

It is a weaker fit for resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. Resort-grade amenity stack including multiple pools, clubhouse, and recreational facilities.


Verdict

ASCENT @ 456 is a freehold development in District 12 (RCR), with 28 units, offering a gross yield of 3.9%.

At ~$1,485 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

Weighing ASCENT @ 456 against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:

  • Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (330m away), an upgrader gap of about $150,000
  • Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (560m away), an upgrader gap of about $100,000
  • Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (2 km away)

FAQ

What is the average PSF for ASCENT @ 456?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,485 psf.
Is ASCENT @ 456 freehold?
Yes, ASCENT @ 456 is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for ASCENT @ 456?
The estimated gross yield is 3.9%.
Which MRT is nearest to ASCENT @ 456?
The nearest is Toa Payoh MRT at 700m.

Sources & Next Steps

Methodology & Sources

This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Sales data: 15 transactions
  • Rental data: 71 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.

Data as of October 2025

Latest recorded data point: Oct 2025 · 15 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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