Overview & Key Facts
CITY SUITES is a freehold condominium at BALESTIER ROAD in District 12 (RCR), developed by CORPORATE RESIDENCE PTE LTD, comprising 56 units, completed in 2016.
Location & Connectivity
CITY SUITES is approximately 930m from Novena MRT station, with 5 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Novena | North-South Line | 930m |
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 1 km |
| Boon Keng | North-East Line | 1.1 km |
| Toa Payoh | North-South Line | 1.4 km |
| Bendemeer | Downtown Line | 1.4 km |
Schools & Education
23 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 450m |
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 1 km |
| Beatty Secondary School | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| Bendemeer Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| School of Science and Technology | Jc | 1.2 km |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| Bendemeer Secondary School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2 | $1,826 psf | $825,500 |
| 1 BR | 1 | $1,877 psf | $990,000 |
| 2 BR | 1 | $1,188 psf | $1,100,000 |
| 3 BR | 1 | $1,200 psf | $1,188,000 |
Market Position
CITY SUITES has recorded 5 sales at an average price of $985,800.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3 | $1,350 psf | — |
| 2022 | 1 | $1,991 psf | ↑ 47.5% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,877 psf | ↓ 5.7% |
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From the 2022 high, CITY SUITES prices have given back 5.7% — still 39.1% above the 2021 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 56-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
Buyers most likely to be happy here: car-owning households, yield-focused investors, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Parking and arterial road access matter more here than walking-distance MRT.
For p1 school balloting families, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. 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
CITY SUITES is a freehold development in District 12 (RCR), with 56 units, offering a gross yield of 3.4%.
At ~$1,877 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full CITY SUITES dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing CITY SUITES against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (140m away), an upgrader gap of about $100,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1 km away), an upgrader gap of about $50,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.3 km away)
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- CITY SUITES 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: 5 transactions
- Rental data: 177 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: May 2025 · 5 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats