Emerald Apartments
Emerald Apartments is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1982, with 4 units across 2 blocks. Across 5 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.17M (S$622 psf, ~3,488 sqft). There are 4 units for sale from S$3.69M to S$4.96M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1982 |
| Units | 4 in 2 blocks |
| District and area | District 9 · Newton · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Somerset MRT, 546 m (~9 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$622 psf, last 5 URA caveats to Nov 2020 |
What's for sale and for rent at Emerald Apartments?
Emerald Apartments has 4 units listed for sale, asking S$3.69M to S$4.96M, and 0 units for rent.
For sale
4 listings
S$3.69M – S$4.96M
For rent
0 listings
no asking rents
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 1 | S$3.69M–S$3.69M | — |
| 3-bedroom | 3 | S$3.69M–S$4.96M | — |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Emerald Apartments?
Floor plans for Emerald Apartments aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 5 URA caveats, units range from 1,744 sqft to 3,488 sqft, and the middle half are 1,744 sqft to 3,488 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom | 1,744 sqft | S$3.69M |
| 3-bedroom | 1,744 sqft to 1,850 sqft | S$3.69M |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Emerald Apartments →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Emerald Apartments?
Units have recently transacted around S$2.17M (S$622 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.7% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$2.17M
recent · 5 sales on record
Median PSF
S$622 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,119
16 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
1.7%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Nov 2020.
What has recently sold at Emerald Apartments?
Emerald Apartments has 5 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,880,000 in Nov 2020 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2020 | S$2,880,000 | 1,744 | S$1,652 psf |
| Dec 2005 | S$1,820,000 | 3,488 | S$522 psf |
| Jul 2005 | S$805,000 | 1,744 | S$462 psf |
| Aug 2002 | S$2,300,000 | 3,488 | S$659 psf |
| Aug 1997 | S$2,170,000 | 3,488 | S$622 psf |
5 sales and 16 rentals on record since Aug 1997. Source: URA.
Is Emerald Apartments a good investment?
Emerald Apartments has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,819 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 1.7%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 9 sold for more
80%
of 13,819 private resales
Median gain
19%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.9 years
bought to resold
Emerald Apartments 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 →
Where is Emerald Apartments and what's nearby?
Emerald Apartments is located in Newton, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Emerald Apartments is a freehold apartment completed in 1982. The development has 4 residential units. It sits on a land area of 660 sqm.
EMERALD APARTMENTS is located at 140 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229417. 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 546m away, around 8 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include The Centrepoint for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Newton Food Centre for food options, and Orchard Fountain Corner for greenery and recreation.
How far is Emerald Apartments from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Emerald Apartments is Somerset MRT, about 546 m away (~9 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.
Getting around
- Somerset MRT546 m · ~9 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 priority490 m
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority713 m
- School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.2 km
- River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
- Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.5 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.5 km
- St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.5 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.7 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Emerald Apartments and how big is the development?
Emerald Apartments was developed by —, with 4 units.
- Blocks
- 2
- Land area
- 660 sqm (7,104 sqft)
What does it cost to own a unit at Emerald Apartments?
Buying a unit at Emerald Apartments (~S$2.17M) needs about S$15,885/mo in income and S$7,308/mo in repayments, after S$78,100 stamp duty and a S$543k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.17M) 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$78,100
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$543k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$7,308/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$15,885/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Emerald Apartments?
8,856 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Emerald Apartments sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.
Active agents · 12mo
8,856
District 9 · closed ≥1 deal
Deals on record
69,296
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.
Thinking about Emerald Apartments? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Emerald Apartments's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Emerald Apartments sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Emerald Apartments
Is Emerald Apartments freehold?⌄
Yes. Emerald Apartments is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Emerald Apartments?⌄
Emerald Apartments was completed (obtained TOP) in 1982, so it is about 44 years old.
Is Emerald Apartments a good investment?⌄
Emerald Apartments has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,819 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 1.7%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Emerald Apartments an EC?⌄
No. Emerald Apartments is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
What is the price of a condo at Emerald Apartments?⌄
Units at Emerald Apartments have recently sold for around S$2.17M (S$622 psf), the median of the last 5 URA caveats to Nov 2020. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 4 units are listed for sale from S$3.69M to S$4.96M.
Where is Emerald Apartments located?⌄
Emerald Apartments is at 140 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229417, in Newton (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Somerset MRT, about 546 m away.
How many units are there in Emerald Apartments?⌄
Emerald Apartments has 4 units in 2 blocks.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Emerald Apartments?⌄
For a unit around S$2.17M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$15,885/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$7,308/mo after a S$543k (25%) downpayment and S$78,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Which primary schools are within 1 km of Emerald Apartments?⌄
Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), St. Margaret's School (Primary) are within 1 km of Emerald Apartments. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.