Overview & Key Facts
BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS is a freehold condominium at JALAN AMPAS in District 12 (RCR), developed by SOUTH POINT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD (ASIAWIDE INVESTMENT), comprising 24 units, completed in 1991.
Location & Connectivity
BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS is approximately 870m from Toa Payoh MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.
Schools & Education
23 schools within 2 km (4 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beatty Secondary School | Secondary | 600m |
| School of Science and Technology | Jc | 760m |
| CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Secondary | 780m |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 810m |
| Balestier Hill Primary School | Primary | 1 km |
| Pei Chun Public School | Primary | 1.4 km |
| Bendemeer Primary School | Primary | 1.5 km |
| New Town Primary School | Primary | 1.5 km |
Market Position
BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS has recorded 4 sales at an average price of $1,638,250.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | $1,211 psf | — |
| 2023 | 1 | $1,481 psf | ↑ 22.3% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,301 psf | ↓ 12.2% |
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From the 2023 high, BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS prices have given back 12.2% — still 7.4% above the 2022 baseline.
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
- With just 0 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 24-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
- At 35+ years of age, upkeep costs trend upward and renovation budgets matter; some owners here are effectively holding an en-bloc option.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits long-term hold (10+ yr), en-bloc speculators, freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units) best. Freehold tenure means no lease-decay drag — well-suited to long-term hold horizons of 10+ years.
For car-owning households, 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.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS is a freehold development in District 12 (RCR), with 24 units, offering a gross yield of 2.8%.
At ~$1,301 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (270m away), an upgrader gap of about $750,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (640m away), an upgrader gap of about $700,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.9 km away), an upgrader gap of about $550,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- BIRCHWOOD MANSIONS 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: 4 transactions
- Rental data: 14 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jan 2025 · 4 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats