NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS Review

Condo Review 5 min read Last reviewed
District 20 · Freehold
~$2,728Avg PSF (12-month)
Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
5.8
Investment
3.8
En-Bloc Potential
2.2
ShiokNest Score
4.9

Overview & Key Facts

NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS is a freehold condominium at JALAN LEMBAH THOMSON in District 20 (RCR), developed by .

Developer
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
TOP year
District
20 — RCR
Street
JALAN LEMBAH THOMSON

Location & Connectivity

NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS is approximately 370m from Upper Thomson MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS
StationLineDistance
Upper ThomsonThomson-East Coast Line370m
Bukit BrownCircle Line870m
MarymountCircle Line960m
Bright HillThomson-East Coast Line1.3 km

Schools & Education

23 schools within 2 km (10 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS
SchoolTypeDistance
Bishan Park Secondary SchoolSecondary540m
Swiss Cottage Secondary SchoolSecondary580m
Zhangde Primary SchoolPrimary600m
CHIJ Our Lady of Good CounselPrimary650m
Ngee Ann Primary SchoolPrimary690m
Marymount Convent SchoolPrimary700m
Ngee Ann Secondary SchoolSecondary760m
Millennia InstituteJc930m

Unit Mix & Pricing

Unit mix for NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS
TypeSalesAvg PSFAvg Price
4 BR2$2,477 psf$4,505,000
5+ BR2$1,869 psf$4,075,000

Market Position

NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS has recorded 4 sales at an average price of $4,290,000.

NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS sits at the 92nd percentile of District 20 condo PSF.
$2,728 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$4,290,000
Avg Price
1.7%
Gross Yield
4
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20212$1,869 psf
20231$2,225 psf↑ 19.0%
20261$2,728 psf↑ 22.6%

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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS prices have climbed 45.9% since 2021.

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.

Who This Actually Suits

The profile fits families with young children and freehold / generational hold best. Family-suitable layout and RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.

heavy renovation / value seekers and resort facilities should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.

It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors — other options likely serve them better. RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.

One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.


Verdict

NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS is a freehold development in District 20 (RCR), offering a gross yield of 1.7%.

At ~$2,728 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.

Explore the full NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS dashboard for interactive analytics.

HDB Alternatives Nearby

Weighing NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:

  • Bishan — 4-room average $791,445 (580m away), an upgrader gap of about $3,500,000
  • Ang Mo Kio — 4-room average $724,816 (1.7 km away), an upgrader gap of about $3,550,000
  • Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.9 km away), an upgrader gap of about $3,350,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS?
The 12-month average is approximately $2,728 psf.
Is NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS freehold?
Yes, NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS?
The estimated gross yield is 1.7%.
Which MRT is nearest to NEW SOO CHOW GARDENS?
The nearest is Upper Thomson MRT at 370m.

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: 4 transactions
  • Rental data: 16 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

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

Data as of February 2026

Latest recorded data point: Feb 2026 · 4 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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