Dunearn House Review - First-Mover Advantage Amid Turf City Transformation

Dunearn House Review, Investment Analysis & Market Insights

Dunearn House Preview: July 2026

This is a review of Dunearn House, a 99-year leasehold condominium development located along Dunearn Road in Singapore’s prestigious District 11. Just a 4-minute walk from Sixth Avenue MRT on the Downtown Line, it offers exceptional accessibility in one of the city's most sought-after residential areas.

It will be jointly developed by Frasers Property, CSC Land Group and Sekisui House, offering 380 residential units ranging from 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom+study.

It will be the first private residential development to be launched in the new Turf City precinct. Sitting on a 145,255.6 sqft site, Dunearn House will comprise two 19-storey towers and three 10-storey blocks.

Its surrounding areas are dominated by landed housing and Good Class Bungalows,. Hence, it will enjoy a relatively low-density living environment rarely found in Singapore’s core central region (CCR).

This review of Dunearn House provides a detailed evaluation of the following:

One of the standout features of Dunearn House is its strategic location. It is approximately a 4-minute walk to the Sixth Avenue MRT station on the Downtown Line, and it also benefits from excellent connectivity to Orchard Road, the Central Business District, and major expressways.

In addition, Dunearn House is located near Singapore’s prestigious education belt, with reputable schools such as Raffles Girls’ Primary School, Methodist Girls’ School, Nanyang Girls’ High School, Hwa Chong Institution, and National Junior College located within a short commute by public transport or car.


Why Invest in Dunearn House

Below are 10 key reasons why Dunearn House may appeal to both homebuyers and investors:

  1. Reputable Developers: A joint venture between well-known developers comprising Frasers Property, CSC Land Group and Sekisui House.
  2. First-Mover Advantage: The first private residential development to be launched in the transformational Turf City mixed lifestyle precinct.
  3. Prestigious District 11 Address: Situated within the prestigious Swiss Club residential enclave.
  4. Rare Low-Density Living: Surrounded mostly by landed homes and Good Class Bungalows amidst lush greenery.
  5. Excellent MRT Connectivity: A short 4-minute walk to the Sixth Avenue MRT station on the Downtown Line, providing direct access to the city centre and CBD.
  6. Shopping and Lifestyle Options: A short MRT ride to Orchard, Bugis and other major shopping destinations.
  7. Nature and Greenery: Convenient access to several nature reserves, the Bukit Timah Green Corridor, and Singapore Botanical Gardens.
  8. Premier Education Belt: Convenient access to many of Singapore’s most reputable schools.
  9. International Schools Access: Proximity to premier international schools to drive strong rental demand from expatriate families.
  10. Future Growth Potential: To benefit from the long-term redevelopment of Turf City into a new residential and lifestyle precinct.

Dunearn House Fact Sheet

Attribute Details
Project Name Dunearn House (达恩·豪庭)
Developer Frasers Property, Sekisui House, CSC Land Group
District 11
Tenure 99-Year Leasehold (commencing 30 Sep 2025)
Site Area 13,491.9 sqm / 145,255 sqft
Total Units 380 residential units
Building Configuration 2 blocks of 19 storeys + 3 blocks of 10 storeys
Unit Mix 2BR to 4BR + Study (530–1,380 sqft)
Estimated TOP Q4 2030
Architect Ong & Ong
Landscape Consultant EcoPlan Asia
Nearest MRT Sixth Avenue MRT (DTL) – Approx. 400m Walk

Dunearn House Unit Mix

Unit Type Range of Sizes (sq ft) Total Units Percentage
2 Bedroom / 2 Bedroom + Study 530 – 680 176 46%
3 Bedroom / 3 Bedroom + Study 870 – 1,010 96 25%
4 Bedroom / 4 Bedroom + Study 1,180 – 1,380 108 29%
Total 380 100%

 Who are the Developers of Dunearn House?

Dunearn House will be jointly developed by a consortium comprising Frasers Property, CSC Land Group and Sekisui House, bringing together extensive experience in design, construction, and sustainable residential development.

  • Frasers Property: A well-known and trusted developer listed in SGX, it has an extensive portfolio spanning residential, commercial, industrial and hospitality developments in Southeast Asia, Australia, Europe and China. It is known for delivering well-designed, high-quality residential developments in Singapore. Some of its projects include The Robertson Opus, The Orie, and Sky Eden @ Bedok.
  • CSC Land Group: A Singapore-based real estate arm of China State Construction Engineering Corporation, it is one of the world’s largest construction and engineering firms. The company has jointly developed several residential projects in Singapore, which include Lentor Central Residences, Elta, and Grand Dunman.
  • Sekisui House: One of Japan’s largest homebuilders with a strong global footprint, the company is recognised for bringing sustainability, quality craftsmanship, and thoughtful spatial planning to its developments. In Singapore, its projects include The Robertson Opus, The Orie, and Hillhaven.

 

What are the Prices for Dunearn House?

The pricing for Dunearn House is not available yet.

Nevertheless, given its land cost of $1,410 psf, awarded on 26 June 2025, ppr and recent CCR new launches, Dunearn House is projected to launch at an average price of $3,100 - $3,200 psf. For context, Watten House, launched in March 2024, has achieved an average selling price of about $ 3,258 psf. It is also located in District 11 and is approximately 2km from Dunearn House.

In recent government land tenders, an adjacent site next to Dunearn House was awarded to a joint venture between Wing Tai Holdings and Metro Holdings on 5 May 2026 at $1,625 psf ppr.

In another government land tender at Bukit Timah, located next to the Newton MRT station, the site was awarded to HH Investment at $1,820 psf ppr on 11 November 2025.

These two District 11 land costs represent a 15% and 29% premium over Dunearn House’s, respectively, making it a compelling opportunity, especially given the renewed interest in prime properties recently.

 

Where is Dunearn House Located?

Dunearn House LocationDunearn House is located along Dunearn Road in Singapore’s District 11, which is within the exclusive Swiss Club subzone of Bukit Timah, and just a 5-minute walk to the Sixth Avenue MRT station on the Downtown Line.

This MRT proximity offers residents easy access to many top schools along the Dunearn Road/Bukit Timah education belt.

Dunearn House is nestled within an enclave of exclusive landed homes and Good Class Bungalows, set amid lush greenery. It is also within walking distance of the former Turf City, which is slated for transformation into a vibrant mixed-use residential and lifestyle precinct.

Under the URA Master Plan, Turf City will be car-lite, with 15,000 to 20,000 new homes to be built over time. It is also designed to be highly walkable and sustainable, with green spaces, cycling paths, lifestyle amenities, and thoughtfully planned public areas.

 

MRT Connectivity

Dunearn House is a convenient 5-minute walk from the Sixth Avenue MRT station on the Downtown Line, providing residents direct access to places like Bugis, Marina Bay and the Central Business District (CBD).

Hence, it will appeal to professionals working in these areas.

Sixth Avenue MRT Station

Sixth Avenue MRT Station

The Sixth Avenue station is also a few stops from several MRT interchanges, making commuting across Singapore efficient.

These interchanges are:

  • Future King Albert Park Interchange (Downtown/Cross Island Line) - 1 stop.
  • Botanic Gardens Interchange (Downtown/Circle Line) – 2 stops.
  • Stevens Interchange (Downtown/Thomson-East Coast Line) - 3 stops.
  • Newton Interchange (Downtown/North-South Line) - 4 stops.
  • Little India Interchange (Downtown/North-East Line) - 5 stops.

Meanwhile, Orchard Road is 6 stops away, offering residents a wide range of essential and lifestyle amenities.

 

Expressway Connectivity

For motorists, Dunearn House offers convenient access to two major expressways, which are just an 8 to 9-minute drive away. They are:

  • Pan Island Expressway (PIE).
  • Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE).

The PIE provides convenient access to key destinations such as the Jurong Lake District and Changi Airport, while the BKE connects residents to northern Singapore, including the Woodlands Regional Centre.

Meanwhile, as part of the future Turf City transformation, road enhancement studies are undertaken to widen Eng Neo Avenue, Dunearn Road and Bukit Timah Road to support future traffic flow.

In addition, the LTA is studying the feasibility of constructing a new exit ramp from the PIE towards Tuas to provide an alternative access point to the new housing estate, further improving transport accessibility.

 

Nearby Amenities and Lifestyle Options

Although Dunearn House is located in a peaceful private residential area, it still enjoys convenient access to a diverse range of amenities, lifestyle and dining options.

Shopping and Dining

Residents enjoy nearby shopping and dining at these convenient spots:

  • Guthrie House (7-minute walk): A commercial building that houses the Cold Storage supermarket, cafes, small eateries and bakeries.
  • Serene Centre (2 MRT stops): Recently converted into a co-living building, it is supported by various retail and F&B offerings.
  • Beauty World Centre (2 MRT stops): It offers a mix of traditional mom-and-pop shops, modern services, and an open-air hawker centre.
  • Beauty World Plaza (2 MRT stops): Offers mostly service-oriented businesses such as maid agencies, travel agencies, and interior design firms.
  • Bukit Timah Plaza (2 MRT stops): A popular family destination with a 24-hour FairPrice Finest, tuition centres, and a variety of restaurants and eateries.
  • Coronation Shopping Plaza (4 bus stops): A neighbourhood hub anchored by FairPrice Finest, it also features several tuition centres, casual eateries like Starbucks, and essential services catering to local students and residents.
  • Dempsey Hill (4 MRT stops): An upscale lifestyle and entertainment destination for fine dining, premium grocers, and art galleries.
  • Novena (5 MRT stops): A premier medical hub with specialised malls nearby like Velocity for sports, United Square for children’s enrichment, and diverse dining options.
  • Orchard Road (6 MRT stops): Singapore's top shopping strip with luxury brands, stores, dining, and entertainment.

In addition, along the stretch of Bukit Timah/Dunearn Road, many popular food places can be found, such as the Adam Road Food Centre, Greenwood Fish Market at Greenwood Avenue, Ivins at Binjai Park, and Caruso at Sixth Avenue.

Guthrie House

Guthrie House

Dempsey Hill

Dempsey Hill

Bukit Timah Plaza

Bukit Timah Plaza.

Ion Shopping Mall at Orchard Road

Ion Shopping Mall at Orchard Road.

Future Amenities Amid Turf City Transformation

Turf City Transformation

Future Turf City

In the longer term, Dunearn House residents will benefit from the Turf City transformation.

Under the URA master plan, it is envisioned as a mixed-use precinct integrating retail, dining, recreational facilities, community spaces and heritage buildings. There are also plans to develop it into a “10-minute neighbourhood”, where most daily amenities and facilities can be reached within a short walk or cycle.

When fully developed, this will significantly enhance the precinct’s liveability and convenience over time.

 

Healthcare Facilities

HealthCity Novena

HealthCity Novena

Residents will also enjoy convenient access to world-class healthcare facilities as the HealthCity Novena is just five MRT stations away. Some of its major healthcare institutions include:

  • Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
  • National Centre for Infectious Diseases.
  • National Skin Centre.
  • National Neuroscience Institute.
  • Ren Ci Community Hospital.
  • Novena Medical & Specialist Centre.

 

Nature Parks and Green Spaces Nearby

Dunearn House is located near several nature parks and reserves, providing residents with easy access to abundant greenery that will help them to lead active outdoor lives and improve well-being.

Some of the nature parks in the vicinity include:

  • Bukit Timah-Rochor Green Corridor: Within less than 50m from Dunearn House, it offers an elevated “Sky Park” to be erected above the Bukit Timah Canal. This project aims to connect the Rail Corridor to the city, enhancing the tropical landscape of Singapore.
  • Singapore Botanic Gardens: Within a short drive from Dunearn House or two MRT stops away, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site where residents can enjoy casual strolls, jogs, or relax beside lakes and gardens.
  • Riffle Range Nature Park: Located two stops away near Beauty World MRT station, it features a Quarry Wetland, scenic boardwalks, and rich biodiversity. It is a popular place for nature walks, wildlife spotting and family-friendly trails.
  • Bukit Timah Nature Reserve: Also located near Beauty World MRT station, it is Singapore’s largest primary rainforest and home to Bukit Timah Hill (163 m) - Singapore’s highest peak. It is popular for hiking, nature exploration, and wildlife spotting.
Bukit Timah Nature Reserve

Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

Rifle Range Nature Park

Rifle Range Nature Park

Proximity to Highly Sought-After Schools

Dunearn House will appeal to both families and property investors as it is situated along one of Singapore’s most prestigious education belts, with many highly sought-after and reputable schools spread across the Bukit Timah/Dunearn Road corridor.

Primary Schools

Many of the following schools are easily accessible by taking the MRT or public buses. y Schools:

  • Methodist Girls’ School (Primary)
  • Nanyang Primary School
  • Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School
  • Raffles Girls’ Primary School
  • Henry Park Primary School

Secondary Schools and Junior Colleges

Nearby secondary schools and junior colleges include:

  • Nanyang Girls’ High School
  • Hwa Chong Institution
  • Methodist Girls’ School (Secondary)
  • National Junior College
  • Singapore Chinese Girls’ School
  • St Joseph’s Institution

Tertiary Institutions

Those in tertiary education can easily access the following by taking the MRT and/or public buses:

  • National University of Singapore (NUS).
  • Singapore Institute of Management (SIM).
  • Ngee Ann Polytechnic.

International Schools

The Bukit Timah/Dunearn Road area is also home to several international schools, which will attract housing demand from expatriate families, and they are just a 4 to 5-minute drive from Dunearn House.

  • Swiss School.
  • Holland International School.
  • Chatsworth International School.
  • Hwa Chong International School.
  • Singapore Korean International School.

The strong concentration of reputable educational institutions will help sustain housing demand and underpin property values in the Bukit Timah area.

For many owner-occupiers, living near schools reduces travelling, improves daily convenience, and offers a better quality of life for both parents and children.

 

Investment Potential Amid the Transformation of Turf City

Dunearn House offers a rare combination of an established prime address and a transforming neighbourhood, with the major redevelopment of Turf City set to underpin its long-term capital appreciation potential.

This will reward early investors who seize on one of Singapore's most exciting urban transformations.

 

A New Residential Precinct in Bukit Timah

The URA Master Plan envisions Turf City as a sustainable, car-lite precinct along with 15,000 to 20,000 private and public homes to be introduced over the next two to three decades.

Unlike many large-scale residential developments in suburban areas, Turf City’s location within the highly coveted Bukit Timah district makes the transformation particularly significant amid the limited supply of large residential sites in Singapore’s central region.

 

First-Mover Advantage

As the first residential launch within the Turf City precinct, Dunearn House is poised to benefit from first-mover advantage.

In Singapore, early developments in major transformation zones have seen strong capital appreciation as surrounding infrastructure developments were completed and the neighbourhood matured.

Some of the examples are:

  • Jurong Lake District.
  • Woodlands.
  • Punggol.
  • Sengkang.

 

Infrastructure and Connectivity Improvements

Some of the future infrastructure enhancements planned for Turf City include:

  • Future Turf City MRT station on the Cross Island Line.
  • A 10-minute neighbourhood and car-lite precinct.
  • Improved pedestrian and cycling connectivity.
  • Road enhancement works.
  • New community and recreational facilities.
  • New retail spaces.
  • Adaptive reuse of 27 conserved heritage buildings, which include revamping the Grandstand into a community and lifestyle hub.

These developments are expected to improve the precinct’s overall liveability and attractiveness.

 

Strong Demand Drivers

The Bukit Timah area has historically demonstrated resilient housing demand due to several structural factors:

  • Limited housing supply
  • Strong school catchment
  • Excellent connectivity
  • Prestigious address
  • Abundant greenery
  • Strong owner-occupier demand

These factors are likely to continue supporting long-term property values in the area.

Dunearn House will likely appeal strongly to affluent owner-occupiers seeking a premium residential environment with strong educational access and MRT connectivity. At the same time, property investors will be drawn to the project’s first-mover advantage within the emerging Turf City precinct.

 

Comparative Market Analysis

Although the Turf City transformation has generated considerable interest, it is important to evaluate the performance of nearby developments to understand the investment potential of District 11.

Given that the Bukit Timah/Dunearn Road enclave is mainly made up of boutique developments, the following four projects - Royalgreen, Pullman Residences, Perfect Ten, and Sixth Avenue Residences - were selected for their relatively larger sizes to better match Dunearn House (see chart below).

Also, most of the developments in the vicinity are freehold and many fall under District 10, but they sit close to the District 11 boundary, just separated by the Bukit Timah Canal.

Dunearn House Review and Comparative Market Analysis

Comparative Market Analysis

 

Development District No. Tenure No. of Units Launch Date Av. PSF Gain/Loss (%) Since Launch
Royalgreen D10 Freehold 285 October 2019 -2.48%
Pullman Residences D11 Freehold 340 November 2019 -0.27%
Perfect Ten D10 Freehold 230 December 2021 -0.89%
Sixth Avenue Residences D10 Freehold 175 December 2006 +134.26%

As illustrated in the chart, three of the four developments - Royalgreen, Pullman Residences, and Perfect Ten - have delivered negative returns since launch, ranging from -0.27% to -2.48%. This underperformance can be attributed to several factors:

  • Launched at premium prices compared to the surrounding older developments.
  • Hike in ABSD rates in April 2023, which doubles for foreigners to 60%, leading to a slowdown in CCR transactions.
  • Demand is mainly supported by owner-occupiers (Singaporeans and permanent residents), leading to slower price growth in the short to medium term.

The outlier is Sixth Avenue Residences, which has delivered strong returns of 134.26% - a clear illustration of the area's investment potential over time. As the oldest of the four developments, it has benefited from a much longer holding period, allowing early buyers to ride through multiple property cycles and capture the area's steady long-term capital appreciation.

As for the underperformance of the other newer developments, it reflects their relatively recent entry points rather than any fundamental weakness in the location.

Given the Turf City transformation into a new residential precinct with up to 20,000 homes and supporting amenities, the long-term outlook is favourable, as reflected by recent land bids, which were 15% to 29% above Dunearn House’s $1,410 psf ppr land cost, signalling growing developer and market confidence in the area.

An adjacent site next to Dunearn House was awarded to a joint venture between Wing Tai Holdings and Metro Holdings on 5 May 2026 at $1,625 psf ppr, while the Bukit Timah site located next to the Newton MRT station was awarded to HH Investment at $1,820 psf ppr on 11 November 2025.

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I am Lance Kuan, Associate Marketing Manager at Huttons Asia Pte Ltd.

 

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Lance Kuan is an Associate Marketing Manager at Huttons Asia Pte Ltd, one of the largest property agencies in Singapore (Registration No. R062704Z).

With almost 30 years of experience in banking, investment and market analysis, Lance Kuan now find immense pleasure helping others in property investment and asset progression.

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