How much is rent in Novena, Singapore?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Novena costs S$2,800 - S$3,600/month (second-hand contract) or S$2,400 - S$3,100/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from S$4,200 - S$5,600/month, and a 3-bedroom from S$6,000 - S$8,100/month.

Is Novena safe for expats?

Novena has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from Novena to Singapore center?

The commute from Novena to Singapore city center takes approximately 8 minutes by MRT.

What is Novena like to live in?

Medical hub with major hospitals. Central, good transport, mix of condos and HDB. The neighborhood is known for being central, medical, convenient.

Novena in Singapore 2026: Rent Prices & Expat Guide

Commute to Center

8 min

MRT

Safety Rating

5/5

Very Safe

Vibe

centralmedicalconvenient

Rent in Novena

Monthly rent in SGD (S$). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	S$2,400 - S$3,100/mo	S$2,800 - S$3,600/mo
2 Bedrooms	S$3,600 - S$4,800/mo	S$4,200 - S$5,600/mo
3 Bedrooms	S$5,200 - S$7,000/mo	S$6,000 - S$8,100/mo

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How much is rent in Novena, Singapore?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Novena costs S$2,800 - S$3,600/month (second-hand contract) or S$2,400 - S$3,100/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from S$4,200 - S$5,600/month, and a 3-bedroom from S$6,000 - S$8,100/month.
Is Novena safe for expats?: Novena has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Novena to Singapore center?: The commute from Novena to Singapore city center takes approximately 8 minutes by MRT.
What is Novena like to live in?: Medical hub with major hospitals. Central, good transport, mix of condos and HDB. The neighborhood is known for being central, medical, convenient.

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Commute to Center

8 min

MRT

Safety Rating

5/5

Very Safe

Vibe

centralmedicalconvenient

Rent in Novena

Monthly rent in SGD (S$). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	S$2,400 - S$3,100/mo	S$2,800 - S$3,600/mo
2 Bedrooms	S$3,600 - S$4,800/mo	S$4,200 - S$5,600/mo
3 Bedrooms	S$5,200 - S$7,000/mo	S$6,000 - S$8,100/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in Novena, Singapore?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Novena costs S$2,800 - S$3,600/month (second-hand contract) or S$2,400 - S$3,100/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from S$4,200 - S$5,600/month, and a 3-bedroom from S$6,000 - S$8,100/month.
Is Novena safe for expats?: Novena has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from Novena to Singapore center?: The commute from Novena to Singapore city center takes approximately 8 minutes by MRT.
What is Novena like to live in?: Medical hub with major hospitals. Central, good transport, mix of condos and HDB. The neighborhood is known for being central, medical, convenient.