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.
Location & Connectivity
ASCENT @ 456 is approximately 700m from Toa Payoh MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toa Payoh | North-South Line | 700m |
| Novena | North-South Line | 850m |
| Mount Pleasant | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.5 km |
Schools & Education
23 schools within 2 km (4 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beatty Secondary School | Secondary | 650m |
| CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Secondary | 800m |
| School of Science and Technology | Jc | 820m |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 870m |
| Balestier Hill Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| New Town Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Pei Chun Public School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| St. Joseph's Institution | Secondary | 1.4 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | 11 | $1,507 psf | $1,038,455 |
| 2 BR | 4 | $1,397 psf | $1,052,222 |
Market Position
ASCENT @ 456 has recorded 15 sales at an average price of $1,042,126.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3 | $1,403 psf | — |
| 2023 | 6 | $1,490 psf | ↑ 6.2% |
| 2024 | 3 | $1,521 psf | ↑ 2.1% |
| 2025 | 3 | $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
| 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 | 311 |
| GEM RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,843 psf | 200 |
| TREVISTA | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2008 | $1,709 psf | 149 |
| VERTICUS | Freehold | $2,126 psf | 130 |
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.
Best suited for
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.
Explore the full ASCENT @ 456 dashboard for interactive analytics.
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
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Sources & Next Steps
- ASCENT @ 456 Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — 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: 15 transactions
- Rental data: 71 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Oct 2025 · 15 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats