Paterson Tower
Paterson Tower is a freehold apartment in District 9 (River Valley) that obtained TOP in 1977, with 72 units across 2 blocks. Across 26 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.60M (S$609 psf, ~2,626 sqft). There are 13 units for sale from S$15.80M to S$46.60M.
| Tenure | Freehold |
|---|---|
| TOP year | 1977 |
| Developer | SC GLOBAL |
| Units | 72 in 2 blocks |
| District and area | District 9 · River Valley · CCR |
| Nearest MRT | Orchard Boulevard MRT, 580 m (~9 min walk) |
| Latest median psf | S$609 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Mar 2006 |
What's for sale and for rent at Paterson Tower?
Paterson Tower has 13 units listed for sale, asking S$15.80M to S$46.60M, and 17 units for rent at a median of S$40,000 a month.
For sale
13 listings
S$15.80M – S$46.60M
For rent
17 listings
S$38,000 – S$120,000 a month
| Bedrooms | For sale | Asking price | Median PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-bedroom | 11 | S$15.80M–S$46.60M | — |
| 5-bedroom | 2 | S$46.60M–S$46.60M | — |
Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.
What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Paterson Tower?
Floor plans for Paterson Tower aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 26 URA caveats, units range from 2,626 sqft to 190,264 sqft, and the middle half are 2,626 sqft to 2,659 sqft.
| Unit type | Sizes listed for sale | Asking from |
|---|---|---|
| 4-bedroom | 3,014 sqft to 6,308 sqft | S$15.80M |
| 5-bedroom | 6,232 sqft to 6,308 sqft | S$46.60M |
Check the Floor Plan Finder for Paterson Tower →
Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.
What is the price and PSF at Paterson Tower?
Units have recently transacted around S$1.60M (S$609 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.8% (URA caveat data).
Recent median price
S$1.60M
recent · 26 sales on record
Median PSF
S$609 psf
recent transactions
Median rent (monthly)
S$3,700
99 rentals on record
Gross rental yield
2.8%
indicative, gross
Source: URA caveat data, through Mar 2006.
What has recently sold at Paterson Tower?
Paterson Tower has 26 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$266,000,000 in Mar 2006 (URA caveat data).
| Date | Price | Size (sqft) | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2006 | S$266,000,000 | 190,264 | S$1,398 psf |
| Jan 2005 | S$1,685,000 | 2,626 | S$642 psf |
| Nov 2004 | S$1,600,000 | 2,626 | S$609 psf |
| Jul 2003 | S$1,475,000 | 2,659 | S$555 psf |
| Nov 2001 | S$1,530,000 | 2,626 | S$583 psf |
| Aug 2001 | S$1,750,000 | 2,626 | S$666 psf |
| Jul 2001 | S$1,830,000 | 2,659 | S$688 psf |
| Sept 2000 | S$2,040,000 | 2,626 | S$777 psf |
| Jun 1999 | S$1,820,000 | 2,659 | S$685 psf |
| Apr 1999 | S$1,560,000 | 2,659 | S$587 psf |
| Apr 1999 | S$1,500,000 | 2,626 | S$571 psf |
| Mar 1999 | S$1,550,000 | 2,626 | S$590 psf |
26 sales and 99 rentals on record since Jan 1995. Source: URA.
Are prices at Paterson Tower rising?
The median transacted PSF at Paterson Tower has risen 14% over the past 6 years (1995–2001), from S$583 psf to S$666 psf (URA caveats).
| Year | Median PSF | Median price | Sales | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | S$666 psf | S$1.75M | 3 | +13.5% |
| 1999 | S$587 psf | S$1.55M | 4 | -16.6% |
| 1996 | S$704 psf | S$1.85M | 2 | +20.8% |
| 1995 | S$583 psf | S$1.55M | 10 | — |
Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.
Is Paterson Tower a good investment?
Paterson Tower has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,754 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 2.8%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
District 9 sold for more
80%
of 13,754 private resales
Median gain
19%
gross, before costs
Median hold
5.9 years
bought to resold
Paterson Tower 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 Paterson Tower and what's nearby?
Paterson Tower is located in River Valley, in the Central Region of Singapore.
Paterson Tower is a freehold apartment completed in 1977. It was developed by SC GLOBAL. The development has 72 residential units. It sits on a land area of 11,438 sqm and has a gross floor area of 24,017 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.1.
PATERSON TOWER is located at 8 Paterson Hill, Singapore 238567. It is part of District 09, Orchard / Cairnhill / River Valley, River Valley. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.
The nearest rail connection is Orchard Boulevard MRT, approximately 580m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Wheelock Place for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Zion Riverside Food Centre for food options, and Orchard Fountain Corner for greenery and recreation.
How far is Paterson Tower from MRT and schools?
The nearest MRT/LRT to Paterson Tower is Orchard Boulevard MRT, about 580 m away (~9 min walk).
Getting around
- Orchard Boulevard MRT580 m · ~9 min
- Orchard MRT580 m · ~9 min
- Great World MRT919 m · ~14 min
Schools nearby
- River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Alexandra Primary SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
- Gan Eng Seng SchoolSecondary school1.4 km
- Crescent Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.5 km
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school1.7 km
- Zhangde Primary SchoolPrimary school1.8 km
- Queenstown Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.9 km
- St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school2.0 km
Shops, food & parks
Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.
Who built Paterson Tower and how big is the development?
Paterson Tower was developed by SC GLOBAL, with 72 units.
- Developer
- SC GLOBAL
- Blocks
- 2
- Land area
- 11,438 sqm (123,117 sqft)
- Gross floor area
- 24,017 sqm (258,517 sqft)
- Plot ratio
- 2.10
What does it cost to own a unit at Paterson Tower?
Buying a unit at Paterson Tower (~S$1.60M) needs about S$11,712/mo in income and S$5,389/mo in repayments, after S$49,600 stamp duty and a S$400k downpayment.
Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.60M) 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$49,600
BSD, tiered
Downpayment (25%)
S$400k
cash + CPF
Monthly instalment
S$5,389/mo
30y @ 3.5%
Income required
S$11,712/mo
TDSR @ stress rate
How many property agents are active around Paterson Tower?
8,303 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where Paterson Tower 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.
Thinking about Paterson Tower? Ask before you commit.
A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Paterson Tower's own transactions.
PropKakiRecent units at Paterson Tower sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.
Frequently asked questions about Paterson Tower
Is Paterson Tower freehold?⌄
Yes. Paterson Tower is freehold, so ownership does not run out.
How old is Paterson Tower?⌄
Paterson Tower was completed (obtained TOP) in 1977, so it is about 49 years old.
Is Paterson Tower a good investment?⌄
Paterson Tower has no resales on record yet, so it has no track record of its own. Across District 9, 80% of 13,754 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 2.8%. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.
Is Paterson Tower an EC?⌄
No. Paterson Tower is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).
Who is the developer of Paterson Tower?⌄
Paterson Tower was developed by SC GLOBAL.
What is the price of a condo at Paterson Tower?⌄
Units at Paterson Tower have recently sold for around S$1.60M (S$609 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Mar 2006. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 13 units are listed for sale from S$15.80M to S$46.60M.
Where is Paterson Tower located?⌄
Paterson Tower is at 8 Paterson Hill, Singapore 238567, in River Valley (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Orchard Boulevard MRT, about 580 m away.
How many units are there in Paterson Tower?⌄
Paterson Tower has 72 units in 2 blocks.
How much do I need to earn to buy at Paterson Tower?⌄
For a unit around S$1.60M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$11,712/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,389/mo after a S$400k (25%) downpayment and S$49,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.
Are prices at Paterson Tower going up?⌄
The median price per square foot at Paterson Tower has risen about 14% between 1995 and 2001, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.