Gentle Villas - 54 Units for Rent
Gentle Villas is a 99-year leasehold landed housing development located at Gentle Drive in District 11, Singapore. Completed in year 1995, Gentle Villas comprises 66 units of 3-storey semi-detached house and 5 units of 2-storey bungalow. These luxury landed properties are developed by the renowned Far East Organization. Located in the central region of Singapore, Gentle Villas is nestled in a prestigious residential area which is just minutes-drive away from the Central Business District and the bustling shopping paradise of Orchard Road. This is one of the most upscale residential area where most of the expatriates and well-heeled Singaporeans live. Gentle Villas is sitting in a prime location with lots of conveniences and well-linked network of transportation. Nearby there are shopping malls with hosts of amenities such as retail outlets, banks, eateries, restaurants, entertainment facilities and lifestyle outlets to cater for residents’ needs. Supermarkets such as Cold Storage and NTUC Fairprice are readily available for residents to shop for their daily essentials. There are also a number of prestigious schools within its vicinity. For dining, residents will be spoilt for choice as Gentle Villas is within minutes-walk to a string of eateries along Thomson Road. The Newton Food Centre is also just nearby. Gentle Villas has good transportation facilities. It has a very good access to public transport. There is a multitude of bus services meandering through the area. It also can be accessed by the rail system via Novena (0.32km away), Newton (0.91km away), and Farrer Park (1.63km away) MRT Stations. Residents with vehicles can travel via Gentle Road, Thomson Road and Pan Island Expressway to the Central Business District, Orchard Road shopping belt and other parts of the city. San Yu Adventist SchoolJoseph InstitutionChinese International SchoolAnglo-Chinese Primary SchoolAnglo-Chinese Secondary SchoolBalestier Hill Primary SchoolBalestier Hill Secondary SchoolMargaret’s Primary SchoolHong Wen Primary SchoolFarrer Park Primary SchoolSingapore Chinese Girls’ Primary SchoolSingapore Chinese Girls’ Secondary SchoolTan Tock Seng HospitalNovena Medical CentreNovena SquareGoldhill Shopping CentreUE SquareSquare 2Gentle Villas consists of 66 units of 3-storey semi-detached house and 5 unit of 2-storey bungalow. Each unit of the 2-storey bungalow has built-up area of 3,000-4,500sq.ft., comes with 5 bedrooms and has a large car porch which can accommodate at least 2 cars. The ground floor housed the spacious living room, dining room, kitchen, 1 bedroom and a utility room. 1st floor has the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 1 junior master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, 2 common bedrooms and a family area. For the 3-storey semi-detached house, each unit has a built-up area of 2,809-3,000 sq.ft., comes with 5 bedrooms and a car porch which can accommodate 2 cars. The ground floor housed the living room, dining room, kitchen, 1 bedroom and a utility room. 1st floor has the master bedroom and I bedroom (both with en-suite bathroom). The 2nd floor has another 2 bedrooms, both with en-suite bathroom.Project Name: Gentle VillasType: Semi-detached and bungalowConfiguration: 71 residential unitsSite area: N/AUnit Types for Gentle Villas:5-bedroom (2,809-3,000 sq. ft.) – semi-detached5-bedroom (3,000-4,500 sq. ft.) – bungalowThe following projects are by the same developer as Gentle Villas:Rivertrees· Regent Grove· Floridian· The Nexus· Glendale ParkThe following developments are in the same neighourhood as Gentle Villas:Fyve DerbyshirePullman ResidencesNeu at Novena35 GilsteadThe Whitley Residences26 Newton
DeveloperFar East Organization
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Recent PropertyGuru search data shows the development maintaining visibility in the local market, drawing on 30 days of search activity within Newton / Novena. This project remains part of the current browsing mix for rental seekers looking for landed housing options in this central location.
Most-searched Units: 4-BedroomPopular preferences: Tennis Court, Gym, Balcony, Air Conditioner, Helper's room, Maidsroom
Pricing by Unit Types:
- 5+ Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 19K
- Avg PSF: S$ 4 psf (0.78% higher compared to Newton / Novena average of S$ 4 psf)
- Available Units: 57
Location & Lifestyle Highlights — Gentle Villas 590m (7 mins) to NOVENA MRT STATION — This station provides a direct link to the North-South Line, making it incredibly easy to reach the Orchard Road shopping belt and the Central Business District in just a few stops. Gentle Villas offers a rare chance to live in a spacious landed home that combines the privacy of a prestigious residential area with the vibrant energy of nearby Novena. It is a perfect spot for those who want the quiet of a semi-detached or bungalow lifestyle without giving up the convenience of being minutes away from top-tier malls and medical hubs. Nearby hotspots: MRT Stations:
- NOVENA MRT STATION (590m, 7 mins) — Access the North-South Line for a quick commute to the city center and major commercial districts.
- NOVENA STATION (454m, 5-6 mins) — Convenient boarding point for numerous bus services connecting you to the surrounding neighborhoods.
- OPPOSITE NOVENA CHURCH (514m, 6-7 mins) — Well-served bus stop providing additional transport options for daily travel.
- PAT'S SCHOOLHOUSE (117m, 1-2 mins) — Highly reputable preschool located just a short walk away, ideal for parents with young children.
- SAN YU ADVENTIST SCHOOL (673m, 8-9 mins) — Established private institution providing quality education within the immediate vicinity.
- ST JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION (JUNIOR) (895m, 10-11 mins) — Popular primary school choice for families looking for a strong academic foundation nearby.
- MOUNT ELIZABETH NOVENA HOSPITAL (687m, 8-9 mins) — World-class medical facility offering specialized healthcare services right at your doorstep.
- HEALTHCITY NOVENA (687m, 8-9 mins) — Integrated healthcare hub providing comprehensive wellness and medical support for the community.
- UNITY (585m, 7-8 mins) — Handy pharmacy for daily health essentials and professional wellness advice.
- COLD STORAGE - VELOCITY (620m, 7-8 mins) — Premium supermarket for high-quality groceries and fresh produce within walking distance.
- SQUARE 2 (711m, 8-9 mins) — Diverse retail mall featuring a wide range of lifestyle shops and essential services.
- VELOCITY @ NOVENA SQUARE (712m, 8-9 mins) — Sports-themed shopping destination offering plenty of retail and fitness options.
- NOVENA PERANAKAN CUISINE (403m, 4-5 mins) — Authentic local flavors nearby for a unique and traditional dining experience.
- SINN JI HAINANESE CHICKEN RICE (442m, 5-6 mins) — Popular local eatery perfect for a quick and delicious everyday meal.
- RAMEN BARIUMA (434m, 5-6 mins) — Quality dining option for those craving international flavors close to home.
Market & Rental Insights
Gentle Villas presents a unique market profile with recent shifts in median pricing and specific rental activity.
- Transactions:1 rental transaction in the last 6 months, showing limited rental activity.
- PG Pulse Insight: Rental activity for Gentle Villas remains modest with 1 transaction recorded in the recent period.
Published date: November 2, 2026






















