FABER GARDEN Review

Condo Review 4 min read Last reviewed
District 20 · Freehold · Completed 1984
~$1,670Avg PSF (12-month)
233Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
3.2
Investment
4.5
En-Bloc Potential
5.7
ShiokNest Score
5.4

Overview & Key Facts

FABER GARDEN is a freehold condominium at JALAN GENDANG in District 20 (RCR), developed by UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD, comprising 233 units, completed in 1984.

Developer
UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
233
TOP year
1984
District
20 — RCR
Street
JALAN GENDANG

Location & Connectivity

FABER GARDEN is approximately 500m from Bright Hill MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near FABER GARDEN
StationLineDistance
Bright HillThomson-East Coast Line500m
Upper ThomsonThomson-East Coast Line1.2 km
MayflowerThomson-East Coast Line1.3 km

Schools & Education

13 schools within 2 km.

Schools near FABER GARDEN
SchoolTypeDistance
Peirce Secondary SchoolSecondary1.1 km
Jing Shan Primary SchoolPrimary1.2 km
Mayflower Primary SchoolPrimary1.5 km
Ang Mo Kio Secondary SchoolSecondary1.6 km
Ang Mo Kio Primary SchoolPrimary1.6 km
EtonHouse International School (Thomson)International1.6 km
CHIJ Our Lady of Good CounselPrimary1.6 km
Swiss Cottage Secondary SchoolSecondary1.7 km

Market Position

FABER GARDEN has recorded 5 sales at an average price of $5,386,000.

FABER GARDEN sits at the 49th percentile of District 20 condo PSF.
$1,670 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$5,386,000
Avg Price
1.6%
Gross Yield
5
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for FABER GARDEN
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20211$1,370 psf
20231$1,626 psf↑ 18.7%
20241$2,246 psf↑ 38.1%
20252$1,670 psf↓ 25.6%

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From the 2024 high, FABER GARDEN prices have given back 25.6% — still 21.9% above the 2021 baseline.

Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 20 reads 143.5 as of June 2026 — up 4.6% 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

District 20 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
AMO RESIDENCE99 yrs lease commencing from 2021$2,152 psf409
JADESCAPE99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$2,107 psf386
THE PANORAMA99 yrs lease commencing from 2013$1,845 psf222
SEMBAWANG HILLS ESTATEFreehold$1,951 psf176
SKY VUE99-year leasehold$1,973 psf171

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.
  • At 42+ years of age, upkeep costs trend upward and renovation budgets matter; some owners here are effectively holding an en-bloc option.

Who This Actually Suits

Buyers most likely to be happy here: mrt-walkable commuters and freehold / generational hold. MRT proximity is the standout commute feature for daily transit users.

families with young children, yield-focused investors and heavy renovation / value seekers should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.

light renovation budget should probably look elsewhere. Move-in-ready condition typical here — budget ~S$50-80k for refresh-grade renovation.


Verdict

FABER GARDEN is a freehold development in District 20 (RCR), with 233 units, offering a gross yield of 1.6%.

At ~$1,670 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

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

  • Bishan — 4-room average $791,445 (420m away), an upgrader gap of about $4,600,000
  • Ang Mo Kio — 4-room average $724,816 (650m away), an upgrader gap of about $4,650,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for FABER GARDEN?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,670 psf.
Is FABER GARDEN freehold?
Yes, FABER GARDEN is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for FABER GARDEN?
The estimated gross yield is 1.6%.
Which MRT is nearest to FABER GARDEN?
The nearest is Bright Hill MRT at 500m.

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: 5 transactions
  • Rental data: 11 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

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

Data as of November 2025

Latest recorded data point: Nov 2025 · 5 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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