Overview & Key Facts
THE CATHAY RESIDENCE is a condominium at MOUNT SOPHIA in District 9 (CCR), developed by CATHAY ORGANISATION HOLDINGS LTD, comprising 76 units, completed in 2007.
Location & Connectivity
THE CATHAY RESIDENCE is approximately 250m from Dhoby Ghaut MRT station, with 17 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dhoby Ghaut | North-South Line | 250m |
| Dhoby Ghaut | North-East Line | 250m |
| Dhoby Ghaut | Circle Line | 250m |
| Bencoolen | Downtown Line | 270m |
| Bras Basah | Circle Line | 450m |
| Rochor | Downtown Line | 700m |
Schools & Education
14 schools within 2 km (5 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore Management University | Tertiary | 400m |
| Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts | Tertiary | 520m |
| School of the Arts | Jc | 640m |
| ACS (Junior) | Primary | 870m |
| LASALLE College of the Arts | Tertiary | 890m |
| Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) | Primary | 1.2 km |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 1.6 km |
| Kheng Cheng School | Primary | 1.6 km |
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 |
Lease Analysis
With 80 years remaining on its 99-year lease, THE CATHAY RESIDENCE still qualifies for full bank financing and CPF usage.
What Could Work Against You
- At 76 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, tertiary student housing, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Located ~254m from Dhoby Ghaut MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
For yield-focused investors, foreign / absd-aware buyers and light renovation budget, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for short-term flippers (<5 yr) and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. TOP 2007 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.
Verdict
THE CATHAY RESIDENCE is a development in District 9 (CCR), with 76 units.
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HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing THE CATHAY RESIDENCE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (480m away)
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (960m away)
- Bukit Merah — 4-room average $894,787 (2 km away)
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- THE CATHAY RESIDENCE 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: 0 transactions
- Rental data: 258 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.