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The shortlist

Start with the project.
Decide on the unit.

A project name is only the first filter. Tenure, layout, elevation, exposure, total quantum and the next buyer all shape the real decision.

Use the index to jump to a property, then review its factsheet and the points I would put under scrutiny before narrowing down a stack.

UpperHouse — Orchard Boulevard living with the city at your feet.New launch · District 10

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UpperHouse

Orchard Boulevard living with the city at your feet.

LocationOrchard Boulevard
Tenure99-year leasehold
DeveloperUOL Group & Singapore Land
Total homes301 residences
Residence mix1 to 4-bedroom homes
Nearest MRTOrchard Boulevard MRT
Expected TOP2029
AvailabilityLatest selection on request

Jack’s read

UpperHouse is shaped for buyers who want a genuine Orchard address without giving up the rhythm of a residential neighbourhood. Orchard Boulevard MRT, Tanglin, Dempsey and the shopping belt are all close at hand, while its elevated homes offer a more private perspective above the city.

The meaningful comparison is at unit level: layout efficiency, elevation, road exposure and the future resale audience can create very different outcomes within the same development.

Why it stands out

  • Prime District 10 position beside Orchard Boulevard MRT
  • A compact 301-home collection by UOL and Singapore Land
  • Strong lifestyle access across Orchard, Tanglin and Dempsey
Dunearn House — A first-mover address in the new Turf City precinct.New launch · District 11

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Dunearn House

A first-mover address in the new Turf City precinct.

LocationDunearn Road
Tenure99-year leasehold
DeveloperFrasers Property, CSC Land & Sekisui House
Total homes380 residences
Residence mix2 to 4-bedroom homes
Nearest MRTSixth Avenue MRT
Expected TOP2030
AvailabilityLatest selection on request

Jack’s read

Dunearn House combines a prime Bukit Timah address with early exposure to the long-term Turf City transformation. It is especially relevant for households seeking established schools, transport access, family-sized layouts and a greener setting within District 11.

A first-mover story still needs price discipline. The right home should be measured against surrounding resale choices and future precinct supply, with close attention to block placement, facing and total quantum.

Why it stands out

  • Early position within the wider Turf City masterplan
  • Established Bukit Timah setting near Sixth Avenue MRT
  • Family-oriented layouts from two to four bedrooms
Newport Residences — A rare freehold home above Singapore’s next CBD chapter.New launch · CBD · District 2

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Newport Residences

A rare freehold home above Singapore’s next CBD chapter.

Location80 Anson Road
TenureFreehold
DeveloperCity Developments Limited
Total homes246 residences
Residence mix1 to 4-bedroom homes & super penthouse
Nearest MRTTanjong Pagar MRT
Expected TOP2030
AvailabilityLatest selection on request

Jack’s read

Newport Residences pairs freehold tenure with an integrated city address overlooking the CBD and Greater Southern Waterfront. It is a distinctive proposition for buyers who value long-term scarcity, connectivity and a global-city outlook more than a conventional family-condo setting.

Its broad unit mix serves several buyer profiles, so view protection, layout clarity and exit quantum deserve more weight than a headline price per square foot.

Why it stands out

  • Rare freehold tenure in the Tanjong Pagar business district
  • Integrated redevelopment with elevated city and sea outlooks
  • Positioned for the evolution of the Greater Southern Waterfront
The Robertson Opus — A long-tenure riverfront home within a reimagined Robertson Quay.New launch · Robertson Quay · District 9

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The Robertson Opus

A long-tenure riverfront home within a reimagined Robertson Quay.

LocationUnity Street, Robertson Quay
Tenure999-year leasehold
DeveloperFrasers Property & Sekisui House
Total homes348 residences
Residence mixSuites to 4-bedroom premium homes
Nearest MRTFort Canning MRT
Expected TOPFirst half of 2029
AvailabilityLatest selection on request

Jack’s read

The Robertson Opus brings a 999-year tenure to a walkable riverfront precinct. Five mid-rise residential blocks sit above a renewed Robertson Walk, creating a more intimate city-living experience than the typical high-rise CBD tower.

The best homes should preserve that sense of privacy while staying practical. Exposure to the retail podium, internal efficiency, outlook and the premium over established Robertson Quay resale all matter.

Why it stands out

  • 999-year tenure in prime District 9
  • Riverfront lifestyle with dining and daily conveniences below
  • Mid-rise scale near Fort Canning, Clarke Quay and Orchard
W Residences at Shenton — Marina Bay branded living with the CBD at your door.New launch · Marina Bay · District 1

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W Residences at Shenton

Marina Bay branded living with the CBD at your door.

Location22 Marina View
Tenure99-year leasehold
DeveloperBoulevard Development (IOI Properties Singapore)
Total homes683 residences
Residence mix1 to 5-bedroom homes & penthouses
Nearest MRTShenton Way & Marina Bay MRT
Expected TOPFirst quarter of 2029
AvailabilityLatest selection on request

Jack’s read

Officially W Residences Marina View – Singapore, this is a city proposition built around brand, service and position. The residences rise above the W Singapore – Marina View hotel where Marina Bay meets the CBD, offering a hotel-home experience rather than a conventional condominium lifestyle.

A branded address can command attention, but elevation, view corridor, layout efficiency and the premium paid for the service experience still decide which homes offer the strongest proposition.

Why it stands out

  • W-branded residences with access to hotel-style services
  • Central position between Marina Bay, Raffles Place and the CBD
  • Excellent rail connectivity via Shenton Way and Marina Bay MRT
Skywaters Residences — A limited ultra-luxury collection in Singapore’s first supertall tower.New launch · CBD · District 1

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Skywaters Residences

A limited ultra-luxury collection in Singapore’s first supertall tower.

Location8 Shenton Way
Tenure99-year leasehold
DeveloperConsortium led by Perennial Holdings
Total homes146 residences
Residence mixExpansive 3 to 5-bedroom homes
Nearest MRTTanjong Pagar, Shenton Way & Prince Edward Road
Target completion2028
AvailabilityPrivate offering on request

Jack’s read

Skywaters Residences occupies the upper residential levels of The Skywaters, a 305-metre integrated development planned as Singapore’s first supertall tower. With only 146 residences, it is designed for buyers seeking scale, privacy and panoramic sea and city views.

At this level, every decision is unit-specific. Floor, view protection, internal scale and the distinction between the Skywaters and Aman-branded offerings all influence long-term scarcity.

Why it stands out

  • A limited 146-home collection high above the CBD
  • Trophy-scale residences with panoramic sea and city views
  • Integrated Shenton Way address at the gateway to Marina Bay
Cape Royale — Waterfront scale, marina views and a genuinely private address.Selected resale · Sentosa Cove · District 4

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Cape Royale

Waterfront scale, marina views and a genuinely private address.

LocationCove Way, Sentosa Cove
Tenure99-year leasehold
DeveloperPinnacle (Sentosa) Pte Ltd
Total homes302 residences
Residence mixLarge-format homes & penthouses
TransportHarbourFront MRT via Sentosa
StatusCompleted development
AvailabilitySelected resale homes on request

Jack’s read

Cape Royale is a lifestyle-led resale choice. Its value comes from a waterfront position, generous internal space and the low-density character of Sentosa Cove rather than a line-by-line comparison with a central new launch.

View, floor, orientation, condition and seller motivation can create meaningful differences between two homes in the same tower. The right shortlist begins with the individual unit, not the project average.

Why it stands out

  • Open-water and marina outlooks beside ONE°15 Marina
  • Generous residence formats suited to private family living
  • Resort atmosphere with direct road access to the mainland
Residences at W @ Sentosa Cove — Branded marina living beside Quayside Isle and the W hotel.Selected resale · Sentosa Cove · District 4

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Residences at W @ Sentosa Cove

Branded marina living beside Quayside Isle and the W hotel.

LocationOcean Way, Sentosa Cove
Tenure99-year leasehold
DeveloperCity Developments Limited
Total homes228 residences
Residence mixApartments, duplexes & penthouses
TransportHarbourFront MRT via Sentosa
StatusCompleted development
AvailabilitySelected resale homes on request

Jack’s read

Also known as The Residences at W Sentosa Cove, this development combines a marina-front home with the character and services of the adjoining W Singapore hotel. Quayside Isle and the privacy of Sentosa Cove make it a distinctive alternative to central-city branded residences.

Brand appeal is only the starting point. Water orientation, berth outlook, floor, layout, condition and lease balance must all be tested against the asking price and the wider Sentosa Cove resale market.

Why it stands out

  • W-branded waterfront living beside the adjoining hotel
  • Quayside Isle dining and marina amenities at the doorstep
  • A varied collection including duplexes and penthouses
Promenade Peak — Elevated riverfront living between Great World and two MRT stations.New launch · Zion Promenade · District 3

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Promenade Peak

Elevated riverfront living between Great World and two MRT stations.

Location1 Zion Promenade
Tenure99 years from 4 November 2024
DeveloperValerian Residential, an Allgreen subsidiary
Total homes596 residences
Residence mix1-bedroom + study to 5-bedroom premium & penthouses
Nearest MRTGreat World & Havelock MRT
Expected vacant possession6 February 2031
AvailabilityLatest selection on request

Jack’s read

Promenade Peak is a single 63-storey residential tower beside the Singapore River and Great World. Its height, central location and sheltered walking connections to both Great World and Havelock MRT give it a compelling blend of outlook, transport and day-to-day convenience.

The collection is deliberately tiered. Homes on the upper Promenade Suites levels include private-lift formats, while the wider unit mix creates several entry quantums. Stack, lift access, elevation and river or city exposure should be compared carefully.

Why it stands out

  • Singapore River setting beside Great World’s retail and amenities
  • Approximate 160m–180m sheltered walks to two MRT stations
  • Upper-level Promenade Suites with private-lift configurations
The Serra Residences — A freehold Novena retreat designed for long-hold ownership.New launch · District 11

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The Serra Residences

A freehold Novena retreat designed for long-hold ownership.

Location7 Bassein Road
TenureFreehold
DeveloperFar East Organization
Total homes133 residences
Residence mix2-bedroom + study to 5-bedroom & penthouse
Nearest MRTNovena MRT
Expected TOPFourth quarter of 2030
AvailabilityPreview brief on request

Jack’s read

The Serra Residences brings together freehold tenure, a compact 133-home community and a quiet District 11 location close to Novena’s medical and wellness hub. Larger formats make it especially relevant to households planning a longer stay.

Freehold tenure should still be assessed in context. The premium over nearby resale, the efficiency of the larger layouts and each stack’s relationship to surrounding buildings are central to the decision.

Why it stands out

  • Freehold tenure in a central Novena neighbourhood
  • A private 133-home collection with larger family formats
  • Close to Novena MRT, HealthCity Novena and the Orchard corridor