Overview & Key Facts
ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE is a freehold condominium at DEVONSHIRE ROAD in District 9 (CCR), developed by EL DEVELOPMENT (DEVONSHIRE) PTE LTD, comprising 72 units, completed in 2011.
Location & Connectivity
ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE is approximately 270m from Somerset MRT station, with 11 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Somerset | North-South Line | 270m |
| Great World | Thomson-East Coast Line | 510m |
| Orchard Boulevard | Thomson-East Coast Line | 770m |
| Orchard | North-South Line | 800m |
| Orchard | Thomson-East Coast Line | 800m |
| Dhoby Ghaut | North-South Line | 980m |
Schools & Education
20 schools within 2 km (3 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kheng Cheng School | Primary | 520m |
| Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) | Primary | 680m |
| ACS (Junior) | Primary | 860m |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| Chatsworth International School (Orchard) | International | 1.5 km |
| Singapore Management University | Tertiary | 1.5 km |
| ISS International School (Paterson) | International | 1.6 km |
| ISS International School (Preston) | International | 1.6 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 8 | $2,272 psf | $1,020,611 |
| 1 BR | 4 | $2,204 psf | $1,400,000 |
| 2 BR | 3 | $2,191 psf | $1,580,000 |
Market Position
ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE has recorded 15 sales at an average price of $1,233,659.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 BR | $3,298/mo | $1,020,611 | 3.88% |
| 2 BR | $4,173/mo | $1,580,000 | 3.17% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | $2,178 psf | — |
| 2022 | 2 | $2,211 psf | ↑ 1.5% |
| 2023 | 1 | $2,290 psf | ↑ 3.6% |
| 2024 | 6 | $2,265 psf | ↓ 1.1% |
| 2025 | 2 | $2,279 psf | ↑ 0.6% |
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The series remains near its 2023 high — ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE prices sit 4.6% above where they began in 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 1 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 72-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, yield-focused investors, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold best. Located ~269m from Somerset MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
For foreign / absd-aware buyers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
Verdict
ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE is a freehold development in District 9 (CCR), with 72 units, offering a gross yield of 3.6%.
At ~$2,279 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
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HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bukit Merah — 4-room average $894,787 (1.1 km away), an upgrader gap of about $350,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $150,000
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Sources & Next Steps
- ILLUMINAIRE ON DEVONSHIRE 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: 15 transactions
- Rental data: 232 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Nov 2025 · 15 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats