FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

Emerald Lodge

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 10 August 2026Data through Dec 2005 (URA)
Quick Summary

Emerald Lodge is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1989. Across 11 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.17M (S$995 psf, ~1,195 sqft). There are 97 units for sale from S$4.42M to S$13.94M.

1

What are the key facts about Emerald Lodge?

Key Takeaway

Emerald Lodge is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1989.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1989
Developer
Total units
Blocks
District / Area
District 9 (Newton)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$995 psf
Last transacted
Dec 2005
Remaining lease
Freehold
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What is the price and PSF at Emerald Lodge?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.17M (S$995 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.6% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.17M

recent · 11 sales on record

Median PSF

S$995 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$2,500

83 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.6%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Dec 2005.

3

What has recently sold at Emerald Lodge?

Key Takeaway

Emerald Lodge has 11 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$45,200,000 in Dec 2005 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Dec 2005S$45,200,00034,122S$1,325 psf
Mar 2005S$1,000,0001,173S$852 psf
Jul 2004S$780,0001,216S$641 psf
Feb 2002S$1,088,0001,195S$911 psf
Feb 2000S$1,350,0001,259S$1,072 psf
Mar 1999S$788,0001,163S$678 psf
Feb 1996S$1,130,000980S$1,154 psf
Jan 1996S$1,270,0001,152S$1,103 psf
Nov 1995S$1,248,0001,152S$1,084 psf
Sept 1995S$1,200,0001,206S$995 psf
Mar 1995S$1,170,0001,259S$929 psf

11 sales and 83 rentals on record since Mar 1995. Source: URA.

4

Are prices at Emerald Lodge rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Emerald Lodge has fallen 14% over the past 10 years (19952005), from S$995 psf to S$852 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2005S$852 psfS$1.00M2-22.8%
1996S$1,103 psfS$1.13M2+10.9%
1995S$995 psfS$1.20M3

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

5

How many property agents are active around Emerald Lodge?

Key Takeaway

8,302 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Emerald Lodge 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.

6

What bedroom types are available at Emerald Lodge?

Key Takeaway

Emerald Lodge has 97 units listed for sale, spanning 3–6-bedroom layouts.

Based on units currently listed for sale.

BedroomsFor salePrice rangeMedian PSF
3-bedroom41S$4.42M–S$4.98M
4-bedroom34S$4.42M–S$6.17M
5-bedroom19S$11.92M–S$13.94M
6-bedroom3S$11.92M–S$11.92M
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Where is Emerald Lodge and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Emerald Lodge is located in Newton, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Emerald Lodge is a freehold apartment completed in 1989. It sits on a land area of 430 sqm.

EMERALD LODGE is located at 119A Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229401. 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 615m away, around 10 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.

8

How far is Emerald Lodge from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Emerald Lodge is Somerset MRT, about 615 m away (~10 min walk). 2 schools are within 1 km, including 2 primary schools.

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 priority425 m
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority736 m
  • School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.2 km
  • River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.4 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Primary)Primary school1.5 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.5 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary school1.6 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: The Centrepoint · 422 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 467 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 683 mPark: Orchard Fountain Corner · 515 m

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

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What does it cost to own a unit at Emerald Lodge?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Emerald Lodge (~S$1.17M) needs about S$8,565/mo in income and S$3,940/mo in repayments, after S$31,400 stamp duty and a S$293k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.17M) 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$31,400

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$293k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$3,940/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$8,565/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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Thinking about Emerald Lodge? Ask before you commit.

A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Emerald Lodge's own transactions.

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Is Emerald Lodge a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Emerald Lodge sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

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Frequently asked questions about Emerald Lodge

How much does a unit at Emerald Lodge cost?

Units at Emerald Lodge have recently transacted around S$1.17M (S$995 psf), from 11 sales on record (URA caveats). The exact price depends on size, floor and facing.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Emerald Lodge?

For a unit around S$1.17M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$8,565/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$3,940/mo after a S$293k (25%) downpayment and S$31,400 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Is Emerald Lodge a good investment?

Gross rental yield is about 2.6%; median PSF has fallen about 14% since 1995. 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 Emerald Lodge going up?

The median transacted PSF at Emerald Lodge has fallen about 14% between 1995 and 2005, based on URA caveats. Year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Is Emerald Lodge freehold or leasehold?

Emerald Lodge is freehold — ownership does not expire.

When was Emerald Lodge built and who developed it?

Emerald Lodge obtained TOP in 1989.

How many units are for sale at Emerald Lodge?

There are 97 units for sale at Emerald Lodge, from S$4.42M to S$13.94M.

What is the nearest MRT to Emerald Lodge?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to Emerald Lodge is Somerset MRT, about 615 m away (~10 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Emerald Lodge?

Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), St. Margaret's School (Primary) are within 1 km of Emerald Lodge — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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