PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN Review

Condo Review 5 min read Last reviewed
District 19 · Freehold · Completed 2013
~$1,862Avg PSF (12-month)
41Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
7.3
Investment
6.0
En-Bloc Potential
3.4
ShiokNest Score
3.9

Overview & Key Facts

PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN is a freehold condominium at UPPER SERANGOON ROAD in District 19 (OCR), developed by KOVAN CENTRAL PTE. LTD, comprising 41 units, completed in 2013.

Developer
KOVAN CENTRAL PTE. LTD
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
41
TOP year
2013
District
19 — OCR
Street
UPPER SERANGOON ROAD

Location & Connectivity

PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN is approximately 430m from Kovan MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN
StationLineDistance
KovanNorth-East Line430m
SerangoonNorth-East Line1.3 km
SerangoonCircle Line1.3 km

Schools & Education

21 schools within 2 km (14 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN
SchoolTypeDistance
Zhonghua Primary SchoolPrimary360m
Zhonghua Secondary SchoolSecondary400m
Montfort Junior SchoolPrimary460m
Montfort Secondary SchoolSecondary460m
Xinmin Secondary SchoolSecondary490m
Xinmin Primary SchoolPrimary580m
St. Gabriel's Primary SchoolPrimary680m
Holy Innocents' High SchoolSecondary700m

Unit Mix & Pricing

Unit mix for PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN
TypeSalesAvg PSFAvg Price
Studio10$1,817 psf$639,738
1 BR1$1,295 psf$850,000

Market Position

PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN has recorded 11 sales at an average price of $658,853.

PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN sits at the 82nd percentile of District 19 condo PSF.
$1,862 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$658,853
Avg Price
4.4%
Gross Yield
11
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20213$1,791 psf
20222$1,766 psf↓ 1.4%
20233$1,642 psf↓ 7.0%
20241$1,914 psf↑ 16.6%
20252$1,862 psf↓ 2.7%

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PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN prices have cooled 2.7% from the 2024 peak, yet remain 4.0% above where the series began in 2021.

Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 19 reads 137.0 as of June 2026 — up 2.0% 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 19 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
CHUAN PARK99 yrs lease commencing from 2024$2,596 psf883
THE FLORENCE RESIDENCES99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$1,751 psf869
RIVERFRONT RESIDENCES99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$1,595 psf642
AFFINITY AT SERANGOON99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$1,699 psf602
SERANGOON GARDEN ESTATEFreehold$1,757 psf487

What Could Work Against You

  • Only 1 transactions were recorded in the past 12 months, so the price figures here rest on a thin sample — a single outlier deal can move the averages.
  • At 41 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.

Who This Actually Suits

This is a strong match for single professionals, mrt-walkable commuters, yield-focused investors and long-term hold (10+ yr). Smaller-format units and OCR (Outside Central Region) location suit solo buyers with a CBD-oriented career.

For young couples (no kids), it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.

It is a weaker fit for multi-generational families and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. Larger unit configurations or dual-key layouts make this viable for 3-generation households.


Verdict

PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN is a freehold development in District 19 (OCR), with 41 units, offering a gross yield of 4.4%.

At ~$1,862 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

Weighing PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:

  • Hougang — 4-room average $630,510 (200m away), an upgrader gap of about $50,000
  • Serangoon — 4-room average $685,706 (920m away)
  • Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.7 km away)

FAQ

What is the average PSF for PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,862 psf.
Is PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN freehold?
Yes, PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN?
The estimated gross yield is 4.4%.
Which MRT is nearest to PARK RESIDENCES KOVAN?
The nearest is Kovan MRT at 430m.

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: 11 transactions
  • Rental data: 115 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

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

Data as of July 2025

Latest recorded data point: Jul 2025 · 11 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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