District 10 (Tanglin) vs District 21 (Upper Bukit Timah): Bukit Timah Road Comparison

Comparison Updated 6 min read
Key Takeaways
  • District 10 — Tanglin/Holland: 441 condos | District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew: 117 condos
  • Lower avg PSF: District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew
  • Higher transaction volume: District 10 — Tanglin/Holland
  • Data sourced from URA REALIS and OneMap geospatial database.

Side-by-Side Comparison

District 10 — Tanglin/Holland vs District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew
MetricDistrict 10 — Tanglin/HollandDistrict 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew
Condo Count441117
Avg PSF$2,202 psf$1,625 psf
Median Price$3,567,100$2,129,071
Transaction Volume8,4465,592
Avg Walkability62.5/10041.5/100
Avg Investment Score54.3/10045.8/100
Avg TOP Year20042004
Avg Gross Yield2.5%2.4%

Price Analysis

$2,202 psf
District 10 — Tanglin/Holland Avg PSF
$1,625 psf
District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew Avg PSF

District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew is the more affordable option, with an average PSF that is $577 psf (30.2%) lower than District 10 — Tanglin/Holland.

In terms of median transaction price, District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew also offers a lower entry point at $2,129,071 compared to $3,567,100.

Lifestyle & Accessibility

62.5/100
District 10 — Tanglin/Holland Walkability
41.5/100
District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew Walkability

District 10 — Tanglin/Holland scores higher on walkability, reflecting better proximity to MRT stations, schools, hawker centres, and other daily amenities. This composite score accounts for seven weighted categories of nearby facilities.

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Verdict

District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew wins on price. District 10 — Tanglin/Holland wins on walkability. District 10 — Tanglin/Holland wins on investment score. District 10 — Tanglin/Holland wins on rental yield.

Investment Potential

54.3/100
District 10 — Tanglin/Holland Investment Score
45.8/100
District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew Investment Score
2.5%
District 10 — Tanglin/Holland Avg Yield
2.4%
District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew Avg Yield

District 10 — Tanglin/Holland has a higher average investment score, which factors in price momentum, rental yield, liquidity, MRT proximity, lease remaining, and district desirability.

In terms of gross rental yield, District 10 — Tanglin/Holland delivers stronger returns. Note that yields shown are gross (annual rent / price) and do not account for maintenance fees, property tax, or vacancy.

Top Condos in Each Area

Top 5 Condos in District 10 — Tanglin/Holland

Top condos in District 10 — Tanglin/Holland by transaction volume
CondoAvg PSFTransactionsUnitsTenure
SKYE AT HOLLAND$2,945 psf66466699 yrs lease commencing from 2024
LEEDON GREEN$2,784 psf569638Freehold
D'LEEDON$1,854 psf4261,70399 yrs lease commencing from 2010
HYLL ON HOLLAND$2,648 psf326319Freehold
FOURTH AVENUE RESIDENCES$2,465 psf29447699 yrs lease commencing from 2018

Top 5 Condos in District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew

Top condos in District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew by transaction volume
CondoAvg PSFTransactionsUnitsTenure
THE RESERVE RESIDENCES$2,494 psf72289299 yrs lease commencing from 2021
NAVA GROVE$2,487 psf53255299 yrs lease commencing from 2024
PINETREE HILL$2,485 psf51652099 yrs lease commencing from 2022
KI RESIDENCES AT BROOKVALE$1,953 psf477660999 yrs lease commencing from 1885
FORETT@BUKIT TIMAH$2,128 psf354633Freehold
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Final Verdict

District 10 — Tanglin/Holland

Pros & Cons

✓ Strengths

  • Better walkability score (62.5/100)
  • Higher average investment score (54.3)
  • Higher gross rental yield (2.5%)
  • More condos to choose from (441 developments)

✗ Considerations

  • Higher average PSF ($2,202 psf)
  • Older average stock (avg TOP 2004)

District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew

Pros & Cons

✓ Strengths

  • More affordable average PSF ($1,625 psf)
  • Newer average stock (avg TOP 2004)

✗ Considerations

  • Lower walkability score (41.5/100)
  • Lower average investment score (45.8)
  • Lower gross rental yield (2.4%)
  • Fewer condos available (117 developments)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more affordable, District 10 — Tanglin/Holland or District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew?
District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew has a lower average PSF based on historical transaction data. However, affordability depends on unit size, tenure, and specific development. Use our Total Acquisition Cost calculator for a full picture.
Is District 10 — Tanglin/Holland or District 21 — Upper Bukit Timah/Cashew better for families?
Based on walkability scores (which include school and park proximity), District 10 — Tanglin/Holland edges ahead. However, school proximity, unit size availability, and community feel all matter. We recommend visiting both areas to assess your specific family needs.
Which area is a better investment?
Investment potential depends on your strategy. For rental yield, District 10 — Tanglin/Holland performs better. For overall investment score (combining yield, growth, liquidity), District 10 — Tanglin/Holland scores higher. Capital appreciation depends on future developments, government plans, and market conditions.
How current is this comparison data?
This comparison uses all available transaction data from URA and is regenerated periodically. Walkability and investment scores are computed from OneMap geospatial data and property attributes. Specific data freshness is indicated by the freshness badge at the top of the article.

Methodology & Sources

This analysis covers all available transaction data for the compared neighbourhoods and is updated periodically as new URA data is published.

Transaction data sourced from URA.

Median values used to minimize outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.

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