Overview & Key Facts
DORSET MANSIONS is a freehold condominium at DORSET ROAD in District 8 (RCR), developed by , comprising 2 units.
Location & Connectivity
DORSET MANSIONS is approximately 480m from Farrer Park MRT station, with 10 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Farrer Park | North-East Line | 480m |
| Little India | North-East Line | 790m |
| Little India | Downtown Line | 790m |
| Novena | North-South Line | 1 km |
| Jalan Besar | Downtown Line | 1.1 km |
| Rochor | Downtown Line | 1.2 km |
Schools & Education
20 schools within 2 km (5 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace | Primary | 600m |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 620m |
| Farrer Park Primary School | Primary | 700m |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 710m |
| LASALLE College of the Arts | Tertiary | 830m |
| ACS (Junior) | Primary | 1.3 km |
| St. Andrew's Secondary School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| St. Andrew's Junior College | Jc | 1.3 km |
Market Position
DORSET MANSIONS has recorded 1 sales at an average price of $1,300,000.
Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| PICCADILLY GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2021 | $2,171 psf | 431 |
| CITYLIGHTS | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2004 | $1,773 psf | 137 |
| CITY SQUARE RESIDENCES | Freehold | $1,897 psf | 116 |
| STURDEE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2015 | $1,999 psf | 107 |
| KERRISDALE | 99 yrs lease commencing from 1998 | $1,400 psf | 92 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 0 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 2-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
The profile fits mrt-walkable commuters, p1 school balloting families, freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units) best. Located ~483m from Farrer Park MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
For long-term hold (10+ yr) and heavy renovation / value seekers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. Resort-grade amenity stack including multiple pools, clubhouse, and recreational facilities.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
DORSET MANSIONS is a freehold development in District 8 (RCR), with 2 units, offering a gross yield of 3.3%.
Explore the full DORSET MANSIONS dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing DORSET MANSIONS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (60m away), an upgrader gap of about $400,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (540m away), an upgrader gap of about $200,000
- Toa Payoh — 4-room average $929,793 (1.9 km away), an upgrader gap of about $350,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- DORSET MANSIONS Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — Official transaction data
- District 8 (Little India) — District 8 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: 1 transactions
- Rental data: 3 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jul 2021 · 1 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats