FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

Cairnhill 16

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through Aug 2023 (URA)
Quick Summary

Cairnhill 16 is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 2024, with 39 units across 1 block. Across 39 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$3.10M (S$2,902 psf, ~1,055 sqft). There are 28 units for sale from S$2.18M to S$4.00M.

Key facts about Cairnhill 16
TenureFreehold
TOP year2024
DeveloperTSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD
Units39 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 9 · Newton · CCR
Nearest MRTNewton MRT, 610 m (~10 min walk)
Latest median psfS$2,902 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2023
1

What's for sale and for rent at Cairnhill 16?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill 16 has 28 units listed for sale, asking S$2.18M to S$4.00M (median S$2,942 psf), and 15 units for rent at a median of S$8,000 a month.

For sale

28 listings

S$2.18M – S$4.00M

For rent

15 listings

S$5,900 – S$10,500 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
2-bedroom22S$2.18M–S$2.52MS$2,942 psf
3-bedroom6S$3.77M–S$4.00MS$3,573 psf

Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Cairnhill 16?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Cairnhill 16 aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 39 URA caveats, units range from 775 sqft to 1,744 sqft, and the middle half are 775 sqft to 1,292 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
2-bedroom775 sqftS$2.18M · S$2,942 psf
3-bedroom1,055 sqftS$3.77M · S$3,573 psf

Check the Floor Plan Finder for Cairnhill 16 →

Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at Cairnhill 16?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$3.10M (S$2,902 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.4% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$3.10M

recent · 39 sales on record

Median PSF

S$2,902 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$6,160

15 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.4%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,942 psf.

Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 2023.

4

What has recently sold at Cairnhill 16?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill 16 has 39 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$3,545,100 in Aug 2023 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Aug 2023S$3,545,1001,292S$2,667 psf
Aug 2023S$3,220,9651,055S$2,891 psf
Aug 2023S$3,200,0001,055S$3,034 psf
Jul 2023S$2,312,442775S$2,984 psf
Jul 2023S$3,220,9001,055S$3,015 psf
Jul 2023S$2,368,000775S$3,055 psf
Jul 2023S$2,305,300775S$2,975 psf
Jul 2023S$3,748,6001,292S$2,902 psf
Jul 2023S$2,155,500775S$2,781 psf
Jul 2023S$2,164,900775S$2,793 psf
Jun 2023S$4,800,0001,744S$2,753 psf
Jun 2023S$3,095,6001,055S$2,935 psf

39 sales and 15 rentals on record since Dec 2022. Source: URA.

5

Is Cairnhill 16 a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill 16 has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,754 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 19% over a median 5.9-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 2.4%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

District 9 sold for more

80%

of 13,754 private resales

Median gain

19%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.9 years

bought to resold

Cairnhill 16 has fewer than 10 matched resales, so the figures are for District 9 as a whole. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

6

Where is Cairnhill 16 and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill 16 is located in Newton, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Cairnhill 16 is a freehold apartment completed in 2024. It was developed by TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD. The development has 39 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,432 sqm and has a gross floor area of 3,990 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

CAIRNHILL 16 is located at 16 Cairnhill Rise, Singapore 229744. 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 610m away, around 10 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Far East Plaza 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 Car Park, Clubhouse, Gymnasium room, Pool Deck, Playground, and 24 hours security.

7

How far is Cairnhill 16 from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Cairnhill 16 is Newton MRT, about 610 m away (~10 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

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 priority344 m
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.0 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.3 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.3 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.5 km
  • School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.6 km
  • River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.6 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Far East Plaza · 488 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 567 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 418 mPark: Hooper Rd Pg · 725 m

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

8

Who built Cairnhill 16 and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill 16 was developed by TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD, with 39 units over up to 14 storeys.

Developer
TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD
Floors
14 storeys
Blocks
1
Land area
1,432 sqm (15,414 sqft)
Gross floor area
3,990 sqm (42,948 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
9

What facilities does Cairnhill 16 have?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill 16 has 7 facilities, including Car Park, Clubhouse, Gymnasium room, Pool Deck, and more.

Car ParkClubhouseGymnasium roomPool DeckPlayground24 hours securitySwimming pool
10

What does it cost to own a unit at Cairnhill 16?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Cairnhill 16 (~S$3.10M) needs about S$22,661/mo in income and S$10,425/mo in repayments, after S$125,336 stamp duty and a S$774k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$3.10M) 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$125,336

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$774k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$10,425/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$22,661/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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11

How many property agents are active around Cairnhill 16?

Key Takeaway

8,303 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Cairnhill 16 sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

8,303

District 9 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

67,358

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 9 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

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Recent units at Cairnhill 16 sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Cairnhill 16

Is Cairnhill 16 freehold?

Yes. Cairnhill 16 is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Cairnhill 16?

Cairnhill 16 was completed (obtained TOP) in 2024, so it is about 2 years old.

Is Cairnhill 16 a good investment?

Cairnhill 16 has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,754 private homes that were bought and later resold sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 19% over a median 5.9-year hold (URA caveats, before costs). Its gross rental yield is about 2.4%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Cairnhill 16 an EC?

No. Cairnhill 16 is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of Cairnhill 16?

Cairnhill 16 was developed by TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Cairnhill 16?

Units at Cairnhill 16 have recently sold for around S$3.10M (S$2,902 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2023. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 28 units are listed for sale from S$2.18M to S$4.00M.

Where is Cairnhill 16 located?

Cairnhill 16 is at 16 Cairnhill Rise, Singapore 229744, in Newton (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Newton MRT, about 610 m away.

How many units are there in Cairnhill 16?

Cairnhill 16 has 39 units in 1 block, up to 14 storeys high.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Cairnhill 16?

For a unit around S$3.10M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$22,661/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$10,425/mo after a S$774k (25%) downpayment and S$125,336 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Cairnhill 16?

Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) is within 1 km of Cairnhill 16. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.