FreeholdCCRDistrict 10 (Newton)

The Hermitage

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

The Hermitage is a freehold apartment in District 10 (Newton) that obtained TOP in 1999, with 32 units across 1 block. Across 69 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.75M (S$2,000 psf, ~818 sqft). There are 11 units for sale from S$1.96M to S$2.14M.

Key facts about The Hermitage
TenureFreehold
TOP year1999
DeveloperESQUIRE LAND (S) PTE LTD
Units32 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 10 · Newton · CCR
Nearest MRTNewton MRT, 114 m (~2 min walk)
Latest median psfS$2,000 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jun 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at The Hermitage?

Key Takeaway

The Hermitage has 11 units listed for sale, asking S$1.96M to S$2.14M (median S$2,471 psf), and 4 units for rent at a median of S$4,800 a month.

For sale

11 listings

S$1.96M – S$2.14M

For rent

4 listings

S$4,700 – S$5,300 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
2-bedroom11S$1.96M–S$2.14MS$2,471 psf

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Hermitage?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for The Hermitage aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 69 URA caveats, units range from 732 sqft to 2,067 sqft, and the middle half are 818 sqft to 850 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
2-bedroom850 sqft to 861 sqftS$1.96M · S$2,471 psf

Check the Floor Plan Finder for The Hermitage →

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

3

What is the price and PSF at The Hermitage?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.75M (S$2,000 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.3% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.75M

recent · 69 sales on record

Median PSF

S$2,000 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,322

397 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.3%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,471 psf — about 24% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Jun 2026.

4

What has recently sold at The Hermitage?

Key Takeaway

The Hermitage has 69 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,838,000 in Jun 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jun 2026S$1,838,000850S$2,161 psf
Mar 2026S$1,900,000850S$2,234 psf
Jan 2026S$1,808,000775S$2,333 psf
Dec 2024S$2,400,0002,067S$1,161 psf
Aug 2024S$2,760,0001,862S$1,482 psf
Nov 2023S$1,808,000818S$2,210 psf
Jun 2023S$1,715,000818S$2,096 psf
Sept 2022S$1,750,000850S$2,058 psf
Nov 2021S$1,550,000775S$2,000 psf
Aug 2021S$1,600,000818S$1,956 psf
Aug 2021S$1,630,000818S$1,993 psf
Aug 2021S$1,620,000850S$1,905 psf

69 sales and 397 rentals on record since Aug 1999. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at The Hermitage rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at The Hermitage has risen 62% over the past 17 years (20092026), from S$1,376 psf to S$2,234 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$2,234 psfS$1.84M3+92.4%
2024S$1,161 psfS$2.40M2-44.6%
2023S$2,096 psfS$1.72M2+7.2%
2021S$1,956 psfS$1.60M7+18.8%
2017S$1,646 psfS$1.40M2-3.2%
2014S$1,700 psfS$1.39M2+43.5%
2012S$1,185 psfS$1.55M2-28.7%
2011S$1,662 psfS$1.36M2+15.7%
2010S$1,437 psfS$1.30M2+4.4%
2009S$1,376 psfS$1.17M3

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

6

Is The Hermitage a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 37 units at The Hermitage that were bought and later resold (bought from 1999, resold up to 2026), 81% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 22% over a median 9.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.3%. Units listed now ask about 24% 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

81%

of 37 resales here

Median gain

22%

gross, before costs

Median hold

9.8 years

bought to resold

Every unit at The Hermitage 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 The Hermitage and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

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

The Hermitage is a freehold apartment completed in 1999. It was developed by ESQUIRE LAND (S) PTE LTD. The development has 32 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,825 sqm and has a gross floor area of 2,946 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.6.

THE HERMITAGE is located at 2 Sarkies Road, Singapore 258117. It is part of District 10, Ardmore / Bukit Timah / Holland Road / Tanglin, Newton. The project falls within the Central Region and the CCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Newton MRT, approximately 114m away, around 2 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include United Square for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Newton Food Centre for food options, and Hooper Rd Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Putting Green, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.

8

How far is The Hermitage from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Hermitage is Newton MRT, about 114 m away (~2 min walk). 3 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 (Primary)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority444 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km573 m
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority737 m
  • St. Joseph's Institution JuniorPrimary school1.0 km
  • Catholic Junior CollegeJunior college1.1 km
  • Singapore Chinese Girls' Primary SchoolPrimary school1.2 km
  • Singapore Chinese Girls' SchoolSecondary school1.2 km
  • St. Joseph's InstitutionMixed-level school1.4 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: United Square · 804 mSupermarket: Cold Storage Singapore (1983) Pte Ltd · 207 mHawker centre: Newton Food Centre · 422 mPark: Hooper Rd Pg · 745 m

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

9

Who built The Hermitage and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

The Hermitage was developed by ESQUIRE LAND (S) PTE LTD, with 32 units.

Developer
ESQUIRE LAND (S) PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
1,825 sqm (19,644 sqft)
Gross floor area
2,946 sqm (31,710 sqft)
Plot ratio
1.60
10

What facilities does The Hermitage have?

Key Takeaway

The Hermitage has 5 facilities, including Covered car park, Gymnasium room, Putting Green, 24 hours security, and more.

Covered car parkGymnasium roomPutting Green24 hours securitySwimming pool
11

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

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Hermitage (~S$1.75M) needs about S$12,811/mo in income and S$5,894/mo in repayments, after S$57,100 stamp duty and a S$438k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.75M) 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$57,100

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$438k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$5,894/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$12,811/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

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12

How many property agents are active around The Hermitage?

Key Takeaway

8,471 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 10 — where The Hermitage sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

8,471

District 10 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

67,636

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 10 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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A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from The Hermitage's own transactions.

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Is The Hermitage a good buy, and what are units selling for?

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

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Frequently asked questions about The Hermitage

Is The Hermitage freehold?

Yes. The Hermitage is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is The Hermitage?

The Hermitage was completed (obtained TOP) in 1999, so it is about 27 years old.

Is The Hermitage a good investment?

Of 37 units at The Hermitage that were bought and later resold (bought from 1999, resold up to 2026), 81% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 22% over a median 9.8-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.3%. Units listed now ask about 24% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is The Hermitage an EC?

No. The Hermitage is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of The Hermitage?

The Hermitage was developed by ESQUIRE LAND (S) PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at The Hermitage?

Units at The Hermitage have recently sold for around S$1.75M (S$2,000 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jun 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 11 units are listed for sale from S$1.96M to S$2.14M.

Where is The Hermitage located?

The Hermitage is at 2 Sarkies Road, Singapore 258117, in Newton (District 10). The nearest MRT station is Newton MRT, about 114 m away.

How many units are there in The Hermitage?

The Hermitage has 32 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at The Hermitage?

For a unit around S$1.75M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$12,811/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$5,894/mo after a S$438k (25%) downpayment and S$57,100 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at The Hermitage going up?

The median price per square foot at The Hermitage has risen about 62% between 2009 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Hermitage?

Anglo-Chinese School (Primary), Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) are within 1 km of The Hermitage. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.