Overview & Key Facts
GILSTEAD MANSION is a freehold condominium at GILSTEAD ROAD in District 11 (CCR), developed by ALPRO MANAGEMENT SERVICES PTE LTD, comprising 3 units, completed in 1991.
Location & Connectivity
GILSTEAD MANSION is approximately 420m from Novena MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Novena | North-South Line | 420m |
| Newton | North-South Line | 680m |
| Newton | Downtown Line | 680m |
| Mount Pleasant | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1 km |
Schools & Education
15 schools within 2 km (6 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | Primary | 550m |
| St. Joseph's Institution | Secondary | 640m |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | Primary | 680m |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 810m |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 850m |
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 980m |
| New Town Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | Primary | 1.4 km |
Market Position
GILSTEAD MANSION has recorded 2 sales at an average price of $2,975,000.
Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PULLMAN RESIDENCES NEWTON | Freehold | $3,074 psf | 288 |
| WATTEN HOUSE | Freehold | $3,236 psf | 180 |
| SOLEIL @ SINARAN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2006 | $1,979 psf | 96 |
| PEAK RESIDENCE | Freehold | $2,489 psf | 90 |
| AMARYLLIS VILLE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1997 | $1,909 psf | 74 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 2 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 3-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
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, en-bloc speculators, freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units). Located ~423m from Novena MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
For foreign / absd-aware buyers and heavy renovation / value seekers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors, long-term hold (10+ yr) and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. CCR (Core Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
GILSTEAD MANSION is a freehold development in District 11 (CCR), with 3 units, offering a gross yield of 1.8%.
At ~$1,830 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full GILSTEAD MANSION dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing GILSTEAD MANSION against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (760m away), an upgrader gap of about $2,100,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,050,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.8 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,900,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- GILSTEAD MANSION Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 11 (Watten Estate, Novena, Thomson) — District 11 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: 2 transactions
- Rental data: 28 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jun 2026 · 2 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats