CITIGATE RESIDENCE Review

Condo Review 5 min read Last reviewed
District 8 · Freehold · Completed 2011
~$1,540Avg PSF (12-month)
28Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
7.8
Investment
5.2
En-Bloc Potential
4.5
ShiokNest Score
5.8

Overview & Key Facts

CITIGATE RESIDENCE is a freehold condominium at RANGOON ROAD in District 8 (RCR), developed by SPRINGLIFE CAPITAL PTE LTD, comprising 28 units, completed in 2011.

Developer
SPRINGLIFE CAPITAL PTE LTD
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
28
TOP year
2011
District
8 — RCR
Street
RANGOON ROAD

Location & Connectivity

CITIGATE RESIDENCE is approximately 480m from Farrer Park MRT station, with 8 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near CITIGATE RESIDENCE
StationLineDistance
Farrer ParkNorth-East Line480m
Boon KengNorth-East Line980m
BendemeerDowntown Line1.1 km
NovenaNorth-South Line1.1 km
Little IndiaNorth-East Line1.2 km
Little IndiaDowntown Line1.2 km

Schools & Education

18 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near CITIGATE RESIDENCE
SchoolTypeDistance
Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary500m
CHIJ Our Lady Queen of PeacePrimary540m
St. Margaret's Secondary SchoolSecondary1.1 km
St. Margaret's Primary SchoolPrimary1.2 km
LASALLE College of the ArtsTertiary1.2 km
Bendemeer Primary SchoolPrimary1.2 km
Bendemeer Secondary SchoolSecondary1.3 km
St. Andrew's Secondary SchoolSecondary1.3 km

Unit Mix & Pricing

Unit mix for CITIGATE RESIDENCE
TypeSalesAvg PSFAvg Price
1 BR4$1,379 psf$767,500
2 BR2$1,459 psf$1,099,000
3 BR2$1,324 psf$1,487,500

Market Position

CITIGATE RESIDENCE has recorded 8 sales at an average price of $1,030,375.

CITIGATE RESIDENCE sits at the 34th percentile of District 8 condo PSF.
$1,540 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$1,030,375
Avg Price
3.4%
Gross Yield
8
Total Sales

Rental Yield by Bedroom Type

Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at CITIGATE RESIDENCE typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:

Per-bedroom gross yield at CITIGATE RESIDENCE
TypeAvg RentAvg PriceGross Yield
1 BR$2,795/mo$767,5004.37%
2 BR$3,318/mo$1,099,0003.62%

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Price Appreciation

PSF trend for CITIGATE RESIDENCE
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20212$1,166 psf
20222$1,405 psf↑ 20.5%
20231$1,455 psf↑ 3.6%
20242$1,472 psf↑ 1.2%
20261$1,540 psf↑ 4.6%

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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — CITIGATE RESIDENCE prices have climbed 32.1% since 2021.


Neighbourhood Comparison

District 8 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
PICCADILLY GRAND99 yrs lease commencing from 2021$2,171 psf431
CITYLIGHTS99 yrs lease commencing from 2004$1,773 psf137
CITY SQUARE RESIDENCESFreehold$1,897 psf116
STURDEE RESIDENCES99 yrs lease commencing from 2015$1,999 psf107
KERRISDALE99 yrs lease commencing from 1998$1,400 psf92

What Could Work Against You

  • With just 1 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
  • The 28-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.

Who This Actually Suits

The profile fits single professionals, mrt-walkable commuters, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold best. Smaller-format units and RCR (Rest of Central Region) location suit solo buyers with a CBD-oriented career.

It is a weaker fit for short-term flippers (<5 yr) — other options likely serve them better. TOP 2011 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.

One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.


Verdict

CITIGATE RESIDENCE is a freehold development in District 8 (RCR), with 28 units, offering a gross yield of 3.4%.

At ~$1,540 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

Weighing CITIGATE RESIDENCE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:

  • Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (130m away), an upgrader gap of about $150,000
  • Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (830m away)
  • Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.5 km away), an upgrader gap of about $100,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for CITIGATE RESIDENCE?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,540 psf.
Is CITIGATE RESIDENCE freehold?
Yes, CITIGATE RESIDENCE is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for CITIGATE RESIDENCE?
The estimated gross yield is 3.4%.
Which MRT is nearest to CITIGATE RESIDENCE?
The nearest is Farrer Park MRT at 480m.

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: 8 transactions
  • Rental data: 74 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

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

Data as of February 2026

Latest recorded data point: Feb 2026 · 8 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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