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FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

Cairnhill Heights

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Mar 2018 (URA)
Quick Summary

Cairnhill Heights is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 19 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$1.50M (S$1,168 psf), from 17 sales on record.

1

What are the key facts about Cairnhill Heights?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Heights is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1985, with 19 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1985
Developer
TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD (TIONG SENG/ OCEAN SKY INTERNATIONAL)
Total units
19
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 9 (Newton)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$1,168 psf
Last transacted
Mar 2018
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Cairnhill Heights?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.50M (S$1,168 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.2% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.50M

recent · 17 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,168 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,796

104 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.2%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Mar 2018.

3

What has recently sold at Cairnhill Heights?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Heights has 17 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$72,588,888 in Mar 2018 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Mar 2018S$72,588,88823,498S$3,089 psf
Oct 2011S$1,750,0001,281S$1,366 psf
May 2011S$2,100,0001,281S$1,639 psf
Feb 2011S$1,943,0001,012S$1,920 psf
Dec 2010S$2,000,0001,281S$1,561 psf
May 2007S$6,300,0003,671S$1,716 psf
Feb 2006S$1,496,2711,281S$1,168 psf
Feb 2006S$1,150,7141,012S$1,137 psf
Feb 2006S$1,150,7141,012S$1,137 psf
Feb 2006S$1,496,2711,281S$1,168 psf
Jul 2002S$1,080,0001,012S$1,067 psf
Mar 2001S$838,0001,012S$828 psf

17 sales and 104 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.

4

Where is Cairnhill Heights and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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

Cairnhill Heights is a freehold apartment completed in 1985. It was developed by TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD (TIONG SENG/ OCEAN SKY INTERNATIONAL). The development has 19 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 HEIGHTS 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 606m 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 Barbeque Area, Open car park, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.

5

How far is Cairnhill Heights from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Cairnhill Heights is Newton MRT, about 606 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 · 570 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 415 mPark: Hooper Rd Pg · 723 m

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

6

What facilities does Cairnhill Heights have?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Heights has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Open car park, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.

Barbeque AreaOpen car park24 hours securitySwimming pool
7

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

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Cairnhill Heights (~S$1.50M) needs about S$10,953/mo in income and S$5,039/mo in repayments, after S$44,451 stamp duty and a S$374k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.50M) 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$44,451

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$374k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,039/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$10,953/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Frequently asked questions about Cairnhill Heights

What is the price at Cairnhill Heights?

Units at Cairnhill Heights have recently transacted around S$1.50M (S$1,168 psf), from 17 sales on record (URA caveat data).

Is Cairnhill Heights freehold or leasehold?

Cairnhill Heights is freehold.

When was Cairnhill Heights built?

Cairnhill Heights obtained TOP in 1985, developed by TSKY CAIRNHILL PTE LTD (TIONG SENG/ OCEAN SKY INTERNATIONAL).

What is the rental yield at Cairnhill Heights?

Gross rental yield at Cairnhill Heights is about 2.2%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Cairnhill Heights?

Cairnhill Heights has 19 units across 1 block.

What facilities does Cairnhill Heights have?

Cairnhill Heights has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Open car park, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.

What is the nearest MRT to Cairnhill Heights?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Cairnhill Heights is Newton MRT, about 606 m away (~10 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Cairnhill Heights?

Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) is within 1 km of Cairnhill Heights — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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