- Greater One-North’s Research and Innovation Ecosystem
- Government Investment and Policy Support
- Strategic Location and Excellent Connectivity
- Potential Evolution Into a Property Hotspot
- Current Residential Developments At Greater One-North
- Future Residential Developments Under the URA Master Plan
- The Kent Ridge Exchange: A New Urban Gateway
- Greater One-North - A Lifestyle, Green & Sustainable Housing Precinct
- Green Living Environment
- Educational Excellence and International Appeal
- Conclusion
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) About One-North
Greater One-North is set to become one of Singapore’s emerging property hotspots. Originally conceived as a high-tech research hub, it is evolving into a fully integrated live-work-play-learn precinct.
The 200-hectare R&D and innovation district, comprising Biopolis, Fusionopolis, Mediapolis, and Launchpad, alongside the Singapore Science Park and Dover Knowledge District, is emerging as a property hotspot driven by strategic government planning to introduce more residential developments and supporting amenities to cater to the burgeoning workforce.
Additionally, improving transportation connectivity and the abundance of greenery offer high-quality living close to key employment nodes, helping to future-proof Singapore’s long-term economic growth.
The unique appeal of Greater One-North lies in its status as Singapore’s premier knowledge and research hub, which has attracted global talent and major companies, ensuring sustained demand for housing.
Greater One-North’s Research and Innovation Ecosystem
What sets Greater One-North apart is its ecosystem of over 400 leading companies, supported by a cluster of public research and higher learning institutes. Together, they employ more than 50,000 knowledge workers, and unsurprisingly, it is known as Singapore’s Silicon Valley.
The presence of prestigious educational institutions, including the National University of Singapore, Singapore-MIT Alliance for Research and Technology, and Genome Institute of Singapore, creates a talent pipeline that continuously feeds the innovation ecosystem.
One-North is divided into five distinct zones:
- Biopolis: Specialises in biomedical sciences research and development, fostering collaboration between public and private sector institutes in areas like drug discovery and medical technology.
- Fusionopolis: Focuses on info-communications technologies, physical sciences, and engineering, serving as a hub for advanced research, innovation, and the development of high-tech products and solutions.
- Mediapolis: Is dedicated to the media and creative industries, providing state-of-the-art facilities for content creation, digital production, broadcasting, and interactive digital media.
- LaunchPad @ One-North: Serves as the vibrant heart of Singapore's startup ecosystem, providing a conducive environment for nascent companies, incubators, accelerators, and venture capitalists across various tech sectors.
One-North Main Zones
These distinct yet interconnected zones have fostered remarkable innovation, producing several "unicorn" companies valued at over US$1 billion. These include Sea, Grab, Lazada, Razer, and Trax.
The cross-pollination of ideas across sectors creates a dynamic environment that continuously attracts international talent and investment. In turn, this helps to support One-North’s growth prospects while generating demand for quality housing.
Government Investment and Policy Support
The Singapore government's support of Greater One-North’s development is evidenced by its substantial policy and financial support.
The Research, Innovation and Enterprise 2025 Plan (RIE2025) allocates $25 billion over five years (2021-2025) to support research, innovation, and enterprise activities.
The RIE is a national blueprint for developing a knowledge-based economy and improving the lives of its citizens, while positioning Singapore as a leading hub for high-tech innovation.
This continued policy and financial support will ensure Greater One-North remains a key economic driver. Ultimately, it will help to underpin long-term property values.
Strategic Location and Excellent Connectivity
Greater One-North enjoys excellent transportation connectivity, with three MRT stations running through the entire precinct:
- Buona Vista (East-West/Circle Line Interchange).
- One-North (Circle Line).
- Kent Ridge (Circle Line).
These stations offer direct connections to the Central Business District, Jurong Lake District, Greater Southern Waterfront, and Marina Bay.
One-North MRT station
Kent Ridge MRT Station
There are also plans to extend the Jurong Region Line (JRL) to connect with the Circle Line at Kent Ridge station. This will further enhance connectivity and offer seamless access across Singapore's key economic centres.
This transport infrastructure enhancement will further raise the area's appeal to both businesses and residents, facilitating the integration of living, working, recreation, and education, which is key to Singapore’s contemporary urban planning.
Potential Evolution Into a Property Hotspot
A significant development is the Greater One-North's evolution from a largely commercial district into a comprehensive residential enclave.
The limited housing supply in the past, with only two residential developments (One-North Residences and Rochester Residences) completed between 2009-2011, led to a supply-demand imbalance.
Hence, residential properties in One-North have unsurprisingly commanded strong rental demand, with yields hovering just below 4%. This is higher than properties in Prime District 9, where yields are mostly between 2% to 3%.
Supported by global companies and a strong workforce, as well as its proximity to other major employment hubs such as Greater Southern Waterfront, Jurong Lake District, and Central Business District, rental demand for housing is expected to remain firm.
Moreover, the 60% imposition of ABSD on foreigners purchasing private residential properties in Singapore has helped shifted housing demand from acquisition to rental.
Current Residential Developments At Greater One-North
To alleviate the shortage of residential developments within the Greater One-North, URA has been releasing more land parcels for residential and mixed-use developments during the last four years. These include:
- Normanton Park (2021).
- One-North Eden (2021).
- Blossoms By The Park (2023).
- The Hill @ One-North (2024).
The most recent new property launches in the area are Bloomsbury Residences (April 2025) and Lyndenwoods (June 2025).
Future Residential Developments Under the URA Master Plan
New Developments at Greater One-North
Under the URA’s latest Master Plan DMP2025, One-North’s housing landscape is set to expand further with multiple exciting developments to make Greater One-North a choice location to live, work, learn and play. These include:
(1) Dover-Medway: New public and private homes will be built near public transport nodes, amenities and recreational spaces. They will also be well-connected by cycling paths and sheltered walkways.
(2) Mediapolis: New homes will also be offered close to public transport, complemented by enhanced walkability and cycling infrastructure, providing access to One-North Park, the heritage Wessex estate, and the Rail Corridor green network.
(3) NUS integrated student residences: Blending educational and interactive spaces to create vibrant campus communities that contribute to the district's energy and dynamism.
According to the URA Master Plan, around 6,000 public and private homes will be developed in phases in the Dover-Medway neighbourhood. Additionally, around 5,000 private homes could be introduced in Mediapolis.
The Kent Ridge Exchange: A New Urban Gateway
In addition to the above, the Kent Ridge Exchange will transform the area around Kent Ridge MRT Station into a Southern Gateway.
The plan to connect it with the Jurong Regional Line (JRL) will seamlessly link Singapore's western and southern regions. This will not only enhance it as a key business and employment hub, but also as a major leisure destination due to its proximity to nature parks and expanding amenities.
The development of Kent Ridge Exchange includes:
(4) Geneo at Singapore Science Park - A new life sciences and innovation cluster, it is designed as a "mini city" that integrates workspaces, homes, retail, and public spaces.
It also features a stunning cathedral-like atrium, diverse dining options including Michelin-starred Putien and Swensen’s Unlimited Buffet, and vibrant event spaces such as the 300-seat amphitheatre.
The precinct also offers serene green spaces like The Seed garden and easy access to Kent Ridge Park, making it a dynamic lifestyle hub for professionals, families, and nature lovers.
(5) Lyndenwoods - Located next to Geneo, it is the first residential development in Singapore Science Park 1, adding further impetus to One-North’s transformation into a live-work-play-innovate environment.
(6) National University Hospital Redevelopment - A major healthcare infrastructure upgrade that aims to meet the growing healthcare needs of the Western region of Singapore. These include improving land use efficiency and increasing hospital capacity to meet the needs of a rapidly ageing population.
Geneo
Redeveloped NUH Hospital
Train Pod @ One-North
Public Art Installations at Wessex estate
One-North Park
Rail Corridor at One-North
