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FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

Alba

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Apr 2023 (URA)
Quick Summary

Alba is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 2015, with 50 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$4.75M (S$2,493 psf), from 46 sales on record. There are 56 units for sale from S$5.99M to S$30.80M.

1

What are the key facts about Alba?

Key Takeaway

Alba is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 2015, with 50 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
2015
Developer
FAR EAST ORGANIZATION CENTRE PTE LTD
Total units
50
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 9 (Newton)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$2,493 psf
Last transacted
Apr 2023
Remaining lease
Freehold
2

What is the price and PSF at Alba?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$4.75M (S$2,493 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.5% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$4.75M

recent · 46 sales on record

Median PSF

S$2,493 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$9,983

132 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.5%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$4,499 psf — about 80% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Apr 2023.

3

What has recently sold at Alba?

Key Takeaway

Alba has 46 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$7,600,000 in Apr 2023 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Apr 2023S$7,600,0001,905S$3,989 psf
Nov 2021S$26,380,0006,437S$4,098 psf
Oct 2021S$4,728,8882,110S$2,241 psf
Aug 2021S$4,400,0001,905S$2,309 psf
Aug 2019S$7,380,0002,304S$3,204 psf
Sept 2018S$4,700,0002,110S$2,228 psf
Jul 2018S$4,750,0001,905S$2,493 psf
Mar 2018S$4,200,0001,905S$2,204 psf
Aug 2017S$6,300,0002,110S$2,986 psf
Oct 2016S$5,802,5002,110S$2,750 psf
Aug 2016S$3,950,0001,905S$2,073 psf
Jan 2016S$6,650,0002,304S$2,615 psf

46 sales and 132 rentals on record since Oct 2009. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at Alba?

Key Takeaway

Alba has 56 units listed for sale, spanning 3–6-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
3-bedroom7S$5.99M–S$28.97MS$2,900 psf
4-bedroom22S$6.00M–S$9.01MS$3,475 psf
5-bedroom24S$28.38M–S$30.80MS$4,500 psf
6-bedroom3S$28.97M–S$28.97MS$4,500 psf
5

Where is Alba and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Alba is located in Newton, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Alba is a freehold apartment completed in 2015. It was developed by FAR EAST ORGANIZATION CENTRE PTE LTD. The development has 50 residential units. It sits on a land area of 3,852 sqm and has a gross floor area of 10,787 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

ALBA is located at 8 Cairnhill Rise, Singapore 229743. It is part of District 09, Orchard / Cairnhill / River Valley, Newton. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Newton MRT, approximately 764m away, around 12 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Paragon for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Newton Food Centre for food options, and Hooper Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Lounge, Playground, Spa pool, and Swimming pool.

6

How far is Alba from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Alba is Newton MRT, about 765 m away (~12 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.

Getting around

Schools nearby

Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority255 m
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority796 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.3 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.3 km
  • School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.3 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.4 km
  • River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Paragon · 582 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 582 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 501 mPark: Hooper Rd Pg · 676 m

Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.

7

What facilities does Alba have?

Key Takeaway

Alba has 6 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Lounge, Playground, and more.

Barbeque AreaGymnasium roomLoungePlaygroundSpa poolSwimming pool
8

What does it cost to own a unit at Alba?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Alba (~S$4.75M) needs about S$34,771/mo in income and S$15,997/mo in repayments, after S$224,600 stamp duty and a S$1.19M downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$4.75M) as their first home — 25% down, 30-year loan at 3.5% p.a. Rates as of May 2026. Run it for your own profile →

Buyer's Stamp Duty

S$224,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$1.19M

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$15,997/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$34,771/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

9

Frequently asked questions about Alba

What is the price at Alba?

Units at Alba have recently transacted around S$4.75M (S$2,493 psf), from 46 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at Alba?

Units for sale at Alba are asking a median of about S$4,499 psf.

Is Alba freehold or leasehold?

Alba is freehold.

When was Alba built?

Alba obtained TOP in 2015, developed by FAR EAST ORGANIZATION CENTRE PTE LTD.

How many units are for sale at Alba?

There are 56 units for sale at Alba, from S$5.99M to S$30.80M.

What is the rental yield at Alba?

Gross rental yield at Alba is about 2.5%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Alba?

Alba has 50 units across 1 block.

What facilities does Alba have?

Alba has 6 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Lounge, Playground, Spa pool, Swimming pool.

What is the nearest MRT to Alba?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Alba is Newton MRT, about 765 m away (~12 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Alba?

Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), St. Margaret's School (Primary) are within 1 km of Alba — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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