Overview & Key Facts
CAIRNHILL CREST is a freehold condominium at CAIRNHILL CIRCLE in District 9 (CCR), developed by PROPERTY ENTERPRISES DEVELOPMENT, comprising 248 units, completed in 2005.
Location & Connectivity
CAIRNHILL CREST is approximately 560m from Somerset MRT station, with 12 stations within 1.5 km.
Schools & Education
18 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ACS (Junior) | Primary | 430m |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | Primary | 560m |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 1 km |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Kheng Cheng School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| ISS International School (Preston) | International | 1.2 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 7 | $2,109 psf | $1,725,286 |
| 3 BR | 8 | $2,061 psf | $2,466,625 |
| 4 BR | 15 | $2,322 psf | $4,024,526 |
| 5+ BR | 15 | $2,237 psf | $4,913,867 |
Market Position
CAIRNHILL CREST has recorded 45 sales at an average price of $3,686,353.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at CAIRNHILL CREST typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | $5,665/mo | $1,725,286 | 3.94% |
| 3 BR | $8,443/mo | $2,466,625 | 4.11% |
| 4 BR | $9,722/mo | $4,024,526 | 2.90% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 | $2,042 psf | — |
| 2022 | 10 | $2,214 psf | ↑ 8.5% |
| 2023 | 9 | $2,212 psf | ↓ 0.1% |
| 2024 | 7 | $2,167 psf | ↓ 2.0% |
| 2025 | 7 | $2,236 psf | ↑ 3.2% |
| 2026 | 6 | $2,420 psf | ↑ 8.2% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — CAIRNHILL CREST prices have climbed 18.5% since 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 9 reads 102.6 as of June 2026 — up 1.2% year-on-year. The index tracks repeat-sales price movement, so it is less distorted by shifts in what happens to be transacting than a raw average PSF.
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Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2020 | $2,730 psf | 584 |
| RIVER GREEN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $3,138 psf | 493 |
| RIVER MODERN | 99 years leasehold | $3,242 psf | 426 |
| THE AVENIR | Freehold | $3,191 psf | 323 |
| KOPAR AT NEWTON | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 | $2,512 psf | 256 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 8 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits multi-generational families, car-owning households, p1 school balloting families and long-term hold (10+ yr) best. Larger unit configurations or dual-key layouts make this viable for 3-generation households.
For empty nesters / downsizers and foreign / absd-aware buyers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors — other options likely serve them better. CCR (Core Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
CAIRNHILL CREST is a freehold development in District 9 (CCR), with 248 units, offering a gross yield of 2.3%.
At ~$2,321 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full CAIRNHILL CREST dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing CAIRNHILL CREST against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.3 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,600,000
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (1.6 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,800,000
- Bukit Merah — 4-room average $894,787 (1.8 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,800,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- CAIRNHILL CREST Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 9 (Orchard, Cairnhill, River Valley) — District 9 neighbourhood guide
Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Sales data: 45 transactions
- Rental data: 446 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jul 2026 · 45 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats