Overview & Key Facts
HELICONA LODGE is a condominium at JALAN HAJI SALAM in District 16 (OCR), developed by LUCKY PINNACLE PTE LTD (FAR EAST), comprising 646 units, completed in 2007.
Location & Connectivity
HELICONA LODGE is approximately 500m from Sungei Bedok MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sungei Bedok | Thomson-East Coast Line | 500m |
| Bedok South | Thomson-East Coast Line | 800m |
| Tanah Merah | East-West Line | 1.1 km |
Schools & Education
13 schools within 2 km (5 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bedok View Secondary School | Secondary | 620m |
| Bedok South Secondary School | Secondary | 820m |
| Yu Neng Primary School | Primary | 840m |
| Bedok Green Primary School | Primary | 910m |
| Fengshan Primary School | Primary | 950m |
| Ping Yi Secondary School | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| Overseas Family School | International | 1.4 km |
| Bedok North Secondary School | Secondary | 1.5 km |
Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PINERY RESIDENCES | 99 years leasehold | $2,551 psf | 551 |
| VELA BAY | 99 years leasehold | $2,869 psf | 371 |
| SCENECA RESIDENCE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2021 | $2,085 psf | 270 |
| THE BAYSHORE | 99-year leasehold | $1,237 psf | 251 |
| THE GLADES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2013 | $1,615 psf | 230 |
Lease Analysis
With 80 years remaining on its 99-year lease, HELICONA LODGE still qualifies for full bank financing and CPF usage.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits car-owning households, international school families and long-term hold (10+ yr) best. At ~501m from the nearest MRT, this property suits households with a car who value arterial road access over transit proximity.
For p1 school balloting families, yield-focused investors and light renovation budget, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for en-bloc speculators, freehold / generational hold and cpf-only buyers — other options likely serve them better. Older site profile in an en-bloc-active cluster — speculative upside if collective sale activates.
Verdict
HELICONA LODGE is a development in District 16 (OCR), with 646 units.
Explore the full HELICONA LODGE dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing HELICONA LODGE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (640m away)
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- HELICONA LODGE Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 16 (Bedok, Upper East Coast, Eastwood, Kew Drive) — District 16 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: 0 transactions
- Rental data: 26 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.