Overview & Key Facts
CRADELS is a freehold condominium at LORONG LIMAU in District 12 (RCR), developed by MELROSE LAND PTE LTD, comprising 125 units, completed in 2015.
Location & Connectivity
CRADELS is approximately 1050m from Boon Keng MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Boon Keng | North-East Line | 1.1 km |
| Toa Payoh | North-South Line | 1.2 km |
| Novena | North-South Line | 1.2 km |
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 1.4 km |
Schools & Education
19 schools within 2 km (4 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beatty Secondary School | Secondary | 750m |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 850m |
| School of Science and Technology | Jc | 860m |
| CHIJ Secondary (Toa Payoh) | Secondary | 930m |
| Balestier Hill Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| Bendemeer Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| Bendemeer Secondary School | Secondary | 1.2 km |
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 18 | $1,655 psf | $730,522 |
| 1 BR | 14 | $1,593 psf | $988,414 |
| 3 BR | 1 | $1,393 psf | $1,439,000 |
Market Position
CRADELS has recorded 33 sales at an average price of $861,400.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at CRADELS typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 BR | $2,000/mo | $730,522 | 3.29% |
| 1 BR | $2,719/mo | $988,414 | 3.30% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 8 | $1,524 psf | — |
| 2022 | 6 | $1,555 psf | ↑ 2.0% |
| 2023 | 4 | $1,645 psf | ↑ 5.8% |
| 2024 | 7 | $1,685 psf | ↑ 2.4% |
| 2025 | 7 | $1,743 psf | ↑ 3.4% |
| 2026 | 1 | $1,393 psf | ↓ 20.1% |
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From the 2025 high, CRADELS prices have given back 20.1% — still 8.6% below 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 6 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits car-owning households, yield-focused investors and freehold / generational hold best. Suits households with a car who value parking access alongside MRT proximity.
For wfh / hybrid workers and long-term hold (10+ yr), it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
multi-generational families should probably look elsewhere. Larger unit configurations or dual-key layouts make this viable for 3-generation households.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT is ~1048m away — over a 15-minute walk. Daily transit-only commuters should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
CRADELS is a freehold development in District 12 (RCR), with 125 units, offering a gross yield of 3.8%.
At ~$1,699 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full CRADELS dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing CRADELS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (50m away)
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (610m away)
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.7 km away)
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- CRADELS 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: 33 transactions
- Rental data: 323 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Apr 2026 · 33 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats