Overview & Key Facts
HILLSTA is a 99 yrs lease commencing from 2011 condominium at PHOENIX ROAD in District 23 (OCR), developed by TRUSTHOUSE PTE. LTD, comprising 396 units, completed in 2017.
Location & Connectivity
HILLSTA is approximately 270m from Phoenix MRT station, with 11 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix | Bukit Panjang LRT | 270m |
| Teck Whye | Bukit Panjang LRT | 310m |
| Ten Mile Junction | Bukit Panjang LRT | 570m |
| Bukit Panjang | Downtown Line | 740m |
| Bukit Panjang | Bukit Panjang LRT | 740m |
| Keat Hong | Bukit Panjang LRT | 860m |
Schools & Education
11 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School | Primary | 860m |
| Unity Primary School | Primary | 860m |
| Springdale Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| West Spring Secondary School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| West Spring Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Greenridge Secondary School | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Regent Secondary School | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Fajar Secondary School | Secondary | 1.5 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | 77 | $1,279 psf | $724,092 |
| 2 BR | 33 | $1,256 psf | $1,018,902 |
| 3 BR | 21 | $1,228 psf | $1,342,090 |
| 5+ BR | 3 | $893 psf | $3,010,000 |
Market Position
HILLSTA has recorded 134 sales at an average price of $944,722.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at HILLSTA typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $2,531/mo | $724,092 | 4.19% |
| 2 BR | $3,205/mo | $1,018,902 | 3.77% |
| 3 BR | $3,976/mo | $1,342,090 | 3.56% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 31 | $1,139 psf | — |
| 2022 | 33 | $1,202 psf | ↑ 5.5% |
| 2023 | 15 | $1,324 psf | ↑ 10.1% |
| 2024 | 22 | $1,324 psf | ↓ 0.0% |
| 2025 | 22 | $1,368 psf | ↑ 3.4% |
| 2026 | 11 | $1,301 psf | ↓ 5.0% |
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HILLSTA prices have cooled 5.0% from the 2025 peak, yet remain 14.2% above where the series began in 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 23 reads 128.2 as of June 2026 — up 3.6% 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
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOL ACRES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2014 | $1,389 psf | 568 |
| MIDWOOD | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | $1,736 psf | 544 |
| LUMINA GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | $1,515 psf | 512 |
| DAIRY FARM RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | $1,660 psf | 458 |
| THE MYST | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2023 | $2,093 psf | 390 |
Lease Analysis
With 84 years remaining on its 99-year lease, HILLSTA still qualifies for full bank financing and CPF usage.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
Buyers most likely to be happy here: families with young children, mrt-walkable commuters, yield-focused investors and first-time hdb upgraders. Family-suitable layout and OCR (Outside Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.
For wfh / hybrid workers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for cbd walking distance and long-term hold (10+ yr) — other options likely serve them better. Walking distance to the Marina Bay financial cluster lets you skip transit entirely.
Verdict
HILLSTA is a 99 yrs lease commencing from 2011 development in District 23 (OCR), with 396 units, offering a gross yield of 3.8%.
At ~$1,346 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.
Explore the full HILLSTA dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing HILLSTA against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Choa Chu Kang — 4-room average $559,427 (150m away), an upgrader gap of about $400,000
- Bukit Panjang — 4-room average $581,903 (720m away), an upgrader gap of about $350,000
- Bukit Batok — 4-room average $626,224 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $300,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- HILLSTA Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 23 (Choa Chu Kang, Dairy Farm, Hillview, Bukit Panjang) — District 23 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: 134 transactions
- Rental data: 604 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jun 2026 · 134 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats