FreeholdCCRDistrict 9 (River Valley)

The Inspira

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 October 2026Data through Sept 2026 (URA)
Quick Summary

The Inspira is a freehold condominium in District 9 (River Valley) that obtained TOP in 2009, with 120 units across 1 block. Across 281 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$2.40M (S$2,303 psf, ~936 sqft). There are 20 units for sale from S$2.25M to S$4.28M.

Key facts about The Inspira
TenureFreehold
TOP year2009
DeveloperMEADOWS BRIGHT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Units120 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 9 · River Valley · CCR
Nearest MRTFort Canning MRT, 603 m (~9 min walk)
Latest median psfS$2,303 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Sep 2026
1

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

Key Takeaway

The Inspira has 20 units listed for sale, asking S$2.25M to S$4.28M (median S$2,742 psf), and 7 units for rent at a median of S$5,999 a month.

For sale

20 listings

S$2.25M – S$4.28M

For rent

7 listings

S$4,500 – S$7,800 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
2-bedroom16S$2.25M–S$2.70MS$2,756 psf
3-bedroom2S$4.28M–S$4.28MS$2,742 psf
4-bedroom2S$4.28M–S$4.28M—

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

2

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

Key Takeaway

PropKaki has 17 layouts on record for The Inspira, from 1 to 4 bedrooms (667 sqft to 2,314 sqft).

BedroomsLayoutsSizes
1 Bedroom1667 sq ft
2 Bedroom3926 to 947 sq ft
3 Bedroom81,206 to 2,314 sq ft
4 Bedroom31,561 to 2,260 sq ft
Other layouts21,873 to 2,314 sq ft

PropKaki holds 6 floor plans for The Inspira.

See The Inspira's floor plans — ask PropKaki.Ask PropKakisqm ↔ sq ft converter

Layouts digitised from developer brochures.

3

What is the price and PSF at The Inspira?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$2.40M (S$2,303 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.6% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$2.40M

recent · 281 sales on record

Median PSF

S$2,303 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$5,277

805 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.6%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,742 psf — about 19% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Sept 2026.

4

What has recently sold at The Inspira?

Key Takeaway

The Inspira has 281 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$1,450,000 in Sept 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Sept 2026S$1,450,000667S$2,173 psf
Jun 2026S$3,050,0001,216S$2,508 psf
Jun 2026S$3,016,0001,206S$2,502 psf
Jan 2025S$2,900,0001,259S$2,303 psf
Jul 2024S$2,530,000936S$2,702 psf
Apr 2024S$2,400,000936S$2,563 psf
Feb 2023S$2,200,000936S$2,349 psf
Feb 2023S$2,160,000947S$2,280 psf
Nov 2022S$2,800,0001,216S$2,302 psf
Sept 2022S$2,650,0001,249S$2,122 psf
Aug 2022S$2,300,000936S$2,456 psf
May 2022S$2,130,000936S$2,275 psf

281 sales and 805 rentals on record since Sept 2006. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at The Inspira rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at The Inspira has risen 36% over the past 12 years (2014–2026), from S$1,845 psf to S$2,502 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$2,502 psfS$3.02M3-2.4%
2024S$2,563 psfS$2.40M2+12.4%
2023S$2,280 psfS$2.16M2+1.1%
2022S$2,256 psfS$2.30M6+9.9%
2021S$2,053 psfS$1.95M10+10.1%
2020S$1,865 psfS$2.27M3-2.2%
2018S$1,906 psfS$2.28M10+7.6%
2017S$1,771 psfS$2.09M7+8.4%
2016S$1,634 psfS$1.75M4-11.4%
2014S$1,845 psfS$2.10M5—

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

6

Is The Inspira a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 156 units at The Inspira that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2026), 94% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 24% over a median 3.4-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.6%. Units listed now ask about 19% 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

94%

of 156 resales here

Median gain

24%

gross, before costs

Median hold

3.4 years

bought to resold

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

Key Takeaway

The Inspira is located in River Valley, in the Central Region of Singapore.

The Inspira is a freehold condominium completed in 2009. It was developed by MEADOWS BRIGHT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 120 residential units. It sits on a land area of 4,472 sqm and has a gross floor area of 12,522 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

THE INSPIRA is located at 11 Arnasalam Chetty Road, Singapore 239949. 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 Fort Canning MRT, approximately 603m away, around 9 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Robertson Walk for shopping, THE BUTCHER (SINGAPORE) PTE. LTD. for groceries, Blk 1 Jalan Kukoh for food options, and Kim Seng Pk for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Lap pool, Multi-purpose hall, and Playground.

8

How far is The Inspira from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Inspira is Fort Canning MRT, about 603 m away (~9 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.

  • River Valley Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority434 m
  • School Of The Arts, SingaporeMixed-level school1.4 km
  • St. Margaret's School (Primary)Primary school1.5 km
  • Alexandra Primary SchoolPrimary school1.6 km
  • Zhangde Primary SchoolPrimary school1.7 km
  • Gan Eng Seng SchoolSecondary school1.7 km
  • Cantonment Primary SchoolPrimary school1.8 km
  • Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)Primary school2.0 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Robertson Walk · 289 mSupermarket: The Butcher (Singapore) Pte. Ltd. · 368 mHawker centre: Blk 1 Jalan Kukoh · 421 mPark: Kim Seng Pk · 528 m

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

9

Who built The Inspira and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

The Inspira was developed by MEADOWS BRIGHT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, designed by ARCHITECTS 61 PTE LTD, with 120 units.

Developer
MEADOWS BRIGHT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Architect
ARCHITECTS 61 PTE LTD
Main contractor
TIONG AIK CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
4,472 sqm (48,136 sqft)
Gross floor area
12,522 sqm (134,786 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does The Inspira have?

Key Takeaway

The Inspira has 8 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Gymnasium room, Jacuzzi, Lap pool, and more.

Barbeque AreaGymnasium roomJacuzziLap poolMulti-purpose hallPlayground24 hours securitySwimming pool
11

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

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Inspira (~S$2.40M) needs about S$17,569/mo in income and S$8,083/mo in repayments, after S$89,600 stamp duty and a S$600k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$2.40M) 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$89,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$600k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$8,083/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$17,569/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around The Inspira?

Key Takeaway

8,856 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 9 — where The Inspira 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.

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Thinking about The Inspira? Ask before you commit.

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

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

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

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13

Frequently asked questions about The Inspira

Is The Inspira freehold?⌄

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

How old is The Inspira?⌄

The Inspira was completed (obtained TOP) in 2009, so it is about 17 years old.

Is The Inspira a good investment?⌄

Of 156 units at The Inspira that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2026), 94% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 24% over a median 3.4-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.6%. Units listed now ask about 19% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is The Inspira an EC?⌄

No. The Inspira is a private condominium, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of The Inspira?⌄

The Inspira was developed by MEADOWS BRIGHT DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at The Inspira?⌄

Units at The Inspira have recently sold for around S$2.40M (S$2,303 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Sep 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 20 units are listed for sale from S$2.25M to S$4.28M.

Where is The Inspira located?⌄

The Inspira is at 11 Arnasalam Chetty Road, Singapore 239949, in River Valley (District 9). The nearest MRT station is Fort Canning MRT, about 603 m away.

How many units are there in The Inspira?⌄

The Inspira has 120 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at The Inspira?⌄

For a unit around S$2.40M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$17,569/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$8,083/mo after a S$600k (25%) downpayment and S$89,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at The Inspira going up?⌄

The median price per square foot at The Inspira has risen about 36% between 2014 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 Inspira?⌄

River Valley Primary School is within 1 km of The Inspira. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.