Nova 88
Nova 88 at 8 Bhamo Road, Singapore 329640 is a boutique freehold apartment development in District 12 (Balestier/Toa Payoh), offering city-fringe convenience in a compact, low-density setting. Completed in 2012 by Roxy Homes Pte Ltd, it houses just 88 units across a single 15-storey block, appealing to those who prefer privacy, practicality, and easy access to Novena and Toa Payoh.
Project Overview
- Developer: Roxy Homes Pte Ltd
- Tenure: Freehold
- Project Type: Apartment
- Address: 8 Bhamo Road, Singapore 329640
- District: 12 (Balestier / Toa Payoh)
- Completion: 2012
- Floors: 15
- Total Units: 88
Unit Types
Nova 88 offers a useful range of compact to family-sized apartments:
- 1 bedroom, 1 bath
- 1 bedroom, 2 baths
- 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
- 3 bedrooms, 3 baths
- 4 bedrooms, 4–5 baths
Typical built-up sizes (based on listings and floorplans) range approximately:
- 1-bed: around 500–600 sqft
- 2-bed: around 800–1,100 sqft
- 3-bed: roughly 1,100–1,400 sqft
- 4-bed: around 1,200–1,300+ sqft
Facilities & Lifestyle
Despite its boutique scale, Nova 88 provides a good set of core condo facilities:
- Swimming pool
- Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Gymnasium room
- Children’s playground
- Covered car park
This suits residents looking for a private, low-key environment rather than a mega-resort feel.
Location & Connectivity
- Situated just off Balestier Road, close to Shaw Plaza, Balestier Plaza, Zhongshan Mall, and Velocity @ Novena for daily amenities, dining, and groceries.
- Bus services along Balestier Road provide easy connection to Novena, Toa Payoh, Orchard, and the city.
- Roughly 1 km (about 14 minutes’ walk) to both Novena MRT (NSL) and Toa Payoh MRT, offering direct train access to town and the CBD.
- Nearby schools include Anglo-Chinese School (Junior/Barker), St. Joseph’s Institution Junior, Northlight School, Catholic Junior College, and Kingston International School.
- Healthcare and medical facilities are conveniently nearby at Novena Medical Hub and Tan Tock Seng Hospital, with various clinics and pharmacies in the vicinity.
Unique Appeal
- Freehold tenure in a central city-fringe location.
- Low-density, 88-unit development provides more privacy and less crowding in common areas.
- Practical, compact layouts that suit singles, couples, and smaller families.
- Strong everyday convenience with food, supermarkets, and malls along the Balestier/Novena belt.
Summary Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Developer | Roxy Homes Pte Ltd |
| Tenure | Freehold |
| Completion | 2012 |
| Units | 88 (1–4BR) |
| Storeys | 15 |
| Facilities | Pool, gym, jacuzzi, sauna, playground, carpark |
| Location | 8 Bhamo Road, D12 (Balestier / Toa Payoh) |
| MRT Nearby | Novena & Toa Payoh (~1 km) |
Nova 88 is a cosy, freehold home in the heart of Balestier’s amenities and just minutes from Novena, offering a balanced mix of convenience, privacy, and value for city-fringe living.

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