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FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

Cairnhill Plaza

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Oct 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

Cairnhill Plaza is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1978, with 204 units across 2 blocks. Units have recently transacted around S$5.00M (S$1,893 psf), from 207 sales on record. There are 15 units for sale from S$5.50M to S$7.88M.

1

What are the key facts about Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

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$1,893 psf
Last transacted
Oct 2025
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$5.00M (S$1,893 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.5% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$5.00M

recent · 207 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,893 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$6,243

1,139 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.5%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,209 psf — about 17% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Oct 2025.

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What has recently sold at Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Plaza has 207 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$4,250,000 in Oct 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Oct 2025S$4,250,0002,293S$1,854 psf
Aug 2025S$4,950,0002,293S$2,159 psf
Apr 2025S$5,500,0002,852S$1,928 psf
Sept 2024S$5,000,0002,820S$1,773 psf
Mar 2024S$7,500,0003,305S$2,270 psf
Mar 2024S$5,050,0002,820S$1,791 psf
Mar 2024S$5,000,0002,820S$1,773 psf
Feb 2024S$5,400,0002,852S$1,893 psf
Aug 2023S$4,300,0002,293S$1,875 psf
Jul 2023S$4,500,0002,293S$1,963 psf
Mar 2023S$5,380,0002,820S$1,908 psf
Jan 2023S$4,600,0002,293S$2,006 psf

207 sales and 1,139 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.

4

What bedroom types are available at Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Plaza has 15 units listed for sale, spanning 1–4-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
1-bedroom2S$5.50M–S$6.30M
3-bedroom10S$5.50M–S$6.50MS$2,209 psf
4-bedroom3S$7.88M–S$7.88MS$2,384 psf
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Where is Cairnhill Plaza and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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.

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How far is Cairnhill Plaza from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

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

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

Mall: Far East Plaza · 341 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 349 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 639 mPark: Orchard Fountain Corner · 592 m

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

7

What facilities does Cairnhill Plaza have?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Plaza has 8 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Mini-Mart, and more.

Barbeque AreaCovered car parkGymnasium roomMini-MartPlayground24 hours securitySquash courtSwimming pool
8

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

Key Takeaway

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.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$5.00M) 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$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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Frequently asked questions about Cairnhill Plaza

What is the price at Cairnhill Plaza?

Units at Cairnhill Plaza have recently transacted around S$5.00M (S$1,893 psf), from 207 sales on record (URA caveat data).

What is the PSF at Cairnhill Plaza?

Units for sale at Cairnhill Plaza are asking a median of about S$2,209 psf.

Is Cairnhill Plaza freehold or leasehold?

Cairnhill Plaza is freehold.

When was Cairnhill Plaza built?

Cairnhill Plaza obtained TOP in 1978, developed by UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD.

How many units are for sale at Cairnhill Plaza?

There are 15 units for sale at Cairnhill Plaza, from S$5.50M to S$7.88M.

What is the rental yield at Cairnhill Plaza?

Gross rental yield at Cairnhill Plaza is about 1.5%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in Cairnhill Plaza?

Cairnhill Plaza has 204 units across 2 blocks.

What facilities does Cairnhill Plaza have?

Cairnhill Plaza has 8 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Mini-Mart, Playground, 24 hours security, and more.

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.

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