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FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (Newton)

The Esquire

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 20 June 2026Data through Feb 2006 (URA)
Quick Summary

The Esquire is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1989, with 32 units across 1 block. Units have recently transacted around S$1.07M (S$1,652 psf), from 43 sales on record.

1

What are the key facts about The Esquire?

Key Takeaway

The Esquire is a freehold apartment in District 9 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1989, with 32 units across 1 block.

Tenure
Freehold
TOP / Completion
1989
Developer
CAIRNHILL DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Total units
32
Blocks
1
District / Area
District 9 (Newton)
Market segment
CCR
Median PSF
S$1,652 psf
Last transacted
Feb 2006
Remaining lease
Freehold
2

What is the price and PSF at The Esquire?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.07M (S$1,652 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.8% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.07M

recent · 43 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,652 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$1,600

80 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.8%

indicative, gross

Source: URA caveat data, through Feb 2006.

3

What has recently sold at The Esquire?

Key Takeaway

The Esquire has 43 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,066,666 in Feb 2006 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Feb 2006S$1,066,666667S$1,598 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666667S$1,598 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666667S$1,598 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666667S$1,598 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666667S$1,598 psf
Feb 2006S$1,066,666646S$1,652 psf

43 sales and 80 rentals on record since Dec 1995. Source: URA.

4

Where is The Esquire and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

The Esquire is located in Newton, in the Central Region of Singapore.

The Esquire is a freehold apartment completed in 1989. It was developed by CAIRNHILL DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 32 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,491 sqm and has a gross floor area of 4,180 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

THE ESQUIRE is located at 16 Mount Elizabeth, Singapore 228513. 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 784m 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.

5

How far is The Esquire from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Esquire is Somerset MRT, about 785 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 priority606 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
  • School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.6 km
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.6 km
  • Farrer Park Primary SchoolPrimary school1.7 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Far East Plaza · 271 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 316 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 692 mPark: Orchard Fountain Corner · 590 m

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

6

What does it cost to own a unit at The Esquire?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Esquire (~S$1.07M) needs about S$7,808/mo in income and S$3,592/mo in repayments, after S$27,267 stamp duty and a S$267k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.07M) 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$27,267

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$267k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$3,592/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$7,808/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

7

Frequently asked questions about The Esquire

What is the price at The Esquire?

Units at The Esquire have recently transacted around S$1.07M (S$1,652 psf), from 43 sales on record (URA caveat data).

Is The Esquire freehold or leasehold?

The Esquire is freehold.

When was The Esquire built?

The Esquire obtained TOP in 1989, developed by CAIRNHILL DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.

What is the rental yield at The Esquire?

Gross rental yield at The Esquire is about 1.8%, based on median current rents and prices.

How many units are in The Esquire?

The Esquire has 32 units across 1 block.

What is the nearest MRT to The Esquire?

The nearest MRT/LRT station to The Esquire is Somerset MRT, about 785 m away (~12 min walk).

Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Esquire?

Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) is within 1 km of The Esquire — homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

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