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FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

Cairnhill Plaza

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

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 19 units for sale from S$5.60M to S$20.00M.

Key facts about Cairnhill Plaza
TenureFreehold
TOP year1978
DeveloperUNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD
Units204 in 2 blocks
District and areaDistrict 9 · Newton · CCR
Nearest MRTSomerset MRT, 774 m (~12 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,885 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jun 2026
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What's for sale and for rent at Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Plaza has 19 units listed for sale, asking S$5.60M to S$20.00M (median S$2,021 psf), and 22 units for rent at a median of S$9,000 a month.

For sale

19 listings

S$5.60M – S$20.00M

For rent

22 listings

S$1,800 – S$18,000 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
1-bedroom2S$5.60M–S$5.70M—
3-bedroom9S$5.60M–S$6.20MS$2,021 psf
4-bedroom7S$6.98M–S$20.00MS$2,384 psf
5-bedroom1S$9.38M–S$9.38M—

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

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

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Cairnhill Plaza aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 208 URA caveats, units range from 2,293 sqft to 3,305 sqft, and the middle half are 2,293 sqft to 2,852 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
1-bedroom2,820 sqftS$5.60M
3-bedroom2,820 sqft to 2,852 sqftS$5.60M · S$2,021 psf
4-bedroom2,820 sqft to 6,700 sqftS$6.98M · S$2,384 psf
5-bedroom5,300 sqftS$9.38M

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

3

What is the price and PSF at Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

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$6,247

1,151 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.5%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,021 psf — about 7% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Jun 2026.

4

What has recently sold at Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

Cairnhill Plaza has 208 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$5,378,000 in Jun 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jun 2026S$5,378,0002,852S$1,885 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

208 sales and 1,151 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.

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Are prices at Cairnhill Plaza rising?

Key Takeaway

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).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2025S$1,928 psfS$4.95M3+7.6%
2024S$1,791 psfS$5.05M5-6.1%
2023S$1,908 psfS$4.50M4+6.7%
2022S$1,788 psfS$5.10M3-1.1%
2021S$1,808 psfS$4.80M3+15.9%
2020S$1,560 psfS$4.40M3-1.7%
2019S$1,587 psfS$3.72M10-2.7%
2018S$1,631 psfS$4.60M3+18.4%
2017S$1,377 psfS$3.67M10+1.1%
2016S$1,362 psfS$3.50M4—

Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.

6

Is Cairnhill Plaza a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 77 units at Cairnhill Plaza that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2026), 87% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 43% over a median 7.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.5%. Units listed now ask about 7% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

87%

of 77 resales here

Median gain

43%

gross, before costs

Median hold

7.8 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Cairnhill Plaza with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

7

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.

8

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.

9

Who built Cairnhill Plaza and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

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
10

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
11

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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How many property agents are active around Cairnhill Plaza?

Key Takeaway

8,303 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

8,303

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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Frequently asked questions about Cairnhill Plaza

Is Cairnhill Plaza freehold?⌄

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

How old is Cairnhill Plaza?⌄

Cairnhill Plaza was completed (obtained TOP) in 1978, so it is about 48 years old.

Is Cairnhill Plaza a good investment?⌄

Of 77 units at Cairnhill Plaza that were bought and later resold (bought from 1995, resold up to 2026), 87% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 43% over a median 7.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.5%. Units listed now ask about 7% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Cairnhill Plaza an EC?⌄

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

Who is the developer of Cairnhill Plaza?⌄

Cairnhill Plaza was developed by UNITED OVERSEAS LAND LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Cairnhill Plaza?⌄

Units at Cairnhill Plaza have recently sold for around S$5.00M (S$1,885 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jun 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 19 units are listed for sale from S$5.60M to S$20.00M.

Where is Cairnhill Plaza located?⌄

Cairnhill Plaza is at 53 Cairnhill Road, Singapore 229664, in Newton (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Somerset MRT, about 774 m away.

How many units are there in Cairnhill Plaza?⌄

Cairnhill Plaza has 204 units in 2 blocks.

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.

Are prices at Cairnhill Plaza going up?⌄

The median price per square foot at Cairnhill Plaza has risen about 42% between 2016 and 2025, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

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 get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.