Cairnhill Plaza
Cairnhill Plaza is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1978, with 204 units across 2 blocks. Across 208 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$5.00M (S$1,885 psf, ~2,820 sqft). There are 18 units for sale from S$5.50M to S$9.38M.
What are the key facts about Cairnhill Plaza?
Cairnhill Plaza is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1978, with 204 units across 2 blocks.
- Tenure
- Freehold
- TOP / Completion
- 1978
- Developer
- UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD
- Total units
- 204
- Blocks
- 2
- District / Area
- District 9 (Newton)
- Market segment
- CCR
- Median PSF
- S$1,885 psf
- Last transacted
- Jun 2026
- Remaining lease
- Freehold
What is the price and PSF at Cairnhill Plaza?
Units have recently transacted around S$5.00M (S$1,885 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.5% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$5.00M
recent · 208 sales on record
Median PSF
S$1,885 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$6,243
1,142 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
1.5%
indicative, gross
Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,950 psf — about 3% above the most recent transacted PSF.
Source: URA caveat data, through Jun 2026.
What has recently sold at Cairnhill Plaza?
Cairnhill Plaza has 208 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$5,378,000 in Jun 2026 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2026 | S$5,378,000 | 2,852 | S$1,885 psf |
| Oct 2025 | S$4,250,000 | 2,293 | S$1,854 psf |
| Aug 2025 | S$4,950,000 | 2,293 | S$2,159 psf |
| Apr 2025 | S$5,500,000 | 2,852 | S$1,928 psf |
| Sept 2024 | S$5,000,000 | 2,820 | S$1,773 psf |
| Mar 2024 | S$7,500,000 | 3,305 | S$2,270 psf |
| Mar 2024 | S$5,050,000 | 2,820 | S$1,791 psf |
| Mar 2024 | S$5,000,000 | 2,820 | S$1,773 psf |
| Feb 2024 | S$5,400,000 | 2,852 | S$1,893 psf |
| Aug 2023 | S$4,300,000 | 2,293 | S$1,875 psf |
| Jul 2023 | S$4,500,000 | 2,293 | S$1,963 psf |
| Mar 2023 | S$5,380,000 | 2,820 | S$1,908 psf |
208 sales and 1,142 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Cairnhill Plaza rising?
The median transacted PSF at Cairnhill Plaza has risen 42% over the past 9 years (2016–2025), from S$1,362 psf to S$1,928 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | S$1,928 psf | S$4.95M | 3 | +7.6% |
| 2024 | S$1,791 psf | S$5.05M | 5 | -6.1% |
| 2023 | S$1,908 psf | S$4.50M | 4 | +6.7% |
| 2022 | S$1,788 psf | S$5.10M | 3 | -1.1% |
| 2021 | S$1,808 psf | S$4.80M | 3 | +15.9% |
| 2020 | S$1,560 psf | S$4.40M | 3 | -1.7% |
| 2019 | S$1,587 psf | S$3.72M | 10 | -2.7% |
| 2018 | S$1,631 psf | S$4.60M | 3 | +18.4% |
| 2017 | S$1,377 psf | S$3.67M | 10 | +1.1% |
| 2016 | S$1,362 psf | S$3.50M | 4 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
How many property agents are active around Cairnhill Plaza?
8,302 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Cairnhill Plaza sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
8,302
District 9 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
67,330
all-time · all property types
Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 9across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.
What bedroom types are available at Cairnhill Plaza?
Cairnhill Plaza has 18 units listed for sale, spanning 1–5-bedroom layouts.
Based on units currently listed for sale.
| Bedrooms | For sale | Price range | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 3 | S$5.60M–S$6.30M | — |
| 3-bedroom | 10 | S$5.50M–S$6.20M | S$1,950 psf |
| 4-bedroom | 4 | S$6.98M–S$7.88M | — |
| 5-bedroom | 1 | S$9.38M–S$9.38M | — |
Where is Cairnhill Plaza and what's nearby?
Cairnhill Plaza is located in Newton, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Cairnhill Plaza is a freehold apartment completed in 1978. It was developed by UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD. The development has 204 residential units. It sits on a land area of 12,882 sqm and has a gross floor area of 36,069 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.
CAIRNHILL PLAZA is located at 53 Cairnhill Road, Singapore 229664. 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 Somerset MRT, approximately 774m away, around 12 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 Orchard Fountain Corner for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Mini-Mart, Playground, and 24 hours security.
Who built Cairnhill Plaza and how big is the development?
Cairnhill Plaza was developed by UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD, with 204 units.
- Developer
- UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD
- Blocks
- 2
- Land area
- 12,882 sqm (138,661 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 36,069 sqm (388,243 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.80
How far is Cairnhill Plaza from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Cairnhill Plaza is Somerset MRT, about 774 m away (~12 min walk). 1 school is within 1 km, including 1 primary school.
Getting around
- Somerset MRT774 m · ~12 min
- Newton MRT800 m · ~13 min
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 priority534 m
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.1 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.3 km
- River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.4 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.6 km
- School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.6 km
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.7 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
What facilities does Cairnhill Plaza have?
Cairnhill Plaza has 8 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Mini-Mart, and more.
What does it cost to own a unit at Cairnhill Plaza?
Buying a unit at Cairnhill Plaza (~S$5.00M) needs about S$36,601/mo in income and S$16,839/mo in repayments, after S$239,600 stamp duty and a S$1.25M downpayment.
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Buyer's Stamp Duty
S$239,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$1.25M
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$16,839/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$36,601/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Cairnhill Plaza's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Cairnhill Plaza sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Cairnhill Plaza
How much does a unit at Cairnhill Plaza cost?⌄
Units at Cairnhill Plaza have recently transacted around S$5.00M (S$1,885 psf), from 208 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Cairnhill Plaza?⌄
For a unit around S$5.00M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$36,601/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$16,839/mo after a S$1.25M (25%) downpayment and S$239,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Is Cairnhill Plaza a good investment?⌄
Gross rental yield is about 1.5%, and current asking prices sit about 3% above the most recent transacted PSF; median PSF has risen about 42% since 2016. Whether it suits you depends on your budget, holding period and the unit's size, floor and facing — all summarised on this page from URA data.
Are prices at Cairnhill Plaza going up?⌄
The median transacted PSF at Cairnhill Plaza has risen about 42% between 2016 and 2025, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.
Is Cairnhill Plaza freehold or leasehold?⌄
Cairnhill Plaza is freehold — ownership does not expire.
When was Cairnhill Plaza built and who developed it?⌄
Cairnhill Plaza obtained TOP in 1978, developed by UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD, with 204 units across 2 blocks.
How many units are for sale at Cairnhill Plaza?⌄
There are 18 units for sale at Cairnhill Plaza, from S$5.50M to S$9.38M.
What is the nearest MRT to Cairnhill Plaza?⌄
The nearest MRT/LRT station to Cairnhill Plaza is Somerset MRT, about 774 m away (~12 min walk).
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Cairnhill Plaza?⌄
Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) is within 1 km of Cairnhill Plaza — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.