IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES — New Launch Profile

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IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES sits in District 9 (Orchard / River Valley) and is positioned in the CCR segment of the Singapore private residential market. With TBD units on a undisclosed tenure title and an expected Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) of TBD, the development is among the new-launch cohort buyers should evaluate against alternative new-builds and resale comparables in the surrounding area. Pricing for new launches typically commands a 10–25% PSF premium over comparable resale, reflecting new-build condition, developer warranty, modern unit layouts, and the staged-payment cash-flow advantage of Progressive Payment Schemes (PPS).

For buyers, the new-launch decision turns on (a) launch-tranche pricing relative to the project’s long-run trajectory, (b) the developer’s track record on construction quality and TOP timing, (c) the surrounding-area supply pipeline (will more launches dilute pricing?), and (d) the macro rate environment between OTP and TOP — SORA can move materially in that 3–4 year window. Cross-reference District 9 (Orchard / River Valley) pricing and use the ShiokNest price heatmap for segment-level PSF context.

The Singapore new-launch market operates under cooling-measure architecture set in April 2023: foreign-buyer Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty at 60%, Singapore Citizen second-property ABSD at 20%, and a 55% Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) ceiling per the MAS TDSR/MSR framework. Stamp duty for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES is the dominant upfront cost variable: progressive Buyer’s Stamp Duty per the IRAS BSD rate table plus any applicable ABSD per the IRAS ABSD rate table. Use the BSD/ABSD stamp duty calculator to size your specific upfront cost.

Developer is CDL Perseus Pte Ltd. The track record of the developer — on past project TOP timing, defect-rectification responsiveness during the Defects Liability Period (DLP), and resale appreciation history of completed projects — is one of the most under-weighted variables in new-launch decisions. Buyers should request a developer track record document and cross-reference past projects via URA REALIS transaction history.

The financing context: SORA-pegged floating-rate mortgages currently price near 4.00% all-in (3.25% 3M SORA + 0.75% bank spread). Under the PPS, buyers draw the mortgage progressively as construction milestones complete, paying interest only on disbursed amounts until TOP. CPF Ordinary Account usage applies per the CPF housing usage rules, subject to the Valuation Limit and Withdrawal Limit. The URA Master Plan 2019 provides forward zoning context for surrounding plots — relevant for understanding whether the area’s built-form will intensify or remain stable over your holding period.

For: First-time buyersHDB upgraders
Source: URA REALIS
Key Takeaways
  • Project: IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES in District 9 (Core Central Region)
  • Developer: CDL Perseus Pte Ltd
  • Total units: 540
  • Sales: 540 sold of 540 launched (100% absorption)
  • Average median PSF: $2,789 psf

Project Overview

IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES is a private residential development in District 9 (Core Central Region), developed by CDL Perseus Pte Ltd. The project comprises 540 units.

Location Map

Project location with up to 5 of the nearest comparable condos in District 9.

  • IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES
  • IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES
  • VALLEY HOUSE
  • LEONIE SUITES
  • RIVA LODGE
  • LEONIE TOWERS

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Sales Performance

IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES has sold 540 out of 540 launched units, achieving an absorption rate of 100%.

Monthly sales for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES
PeriodSoldLaunchedCumul. SoldCumul. LaunchedAvailable
Feb 2023505145206
Mar 202392052354017
Apr 20231105335407
May 2023005335407
Jun 2023005335407
Jul 2023105345406
Aug 2023105355405
Sep 2023205375403
Oct 2023005375403
Nov 2023005375403
Dec 2023005375403
Jan 2024005375403
Feb 2024105385402
Mar 2024005385402
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Jan 2025005385402
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May 2025005385402
Jun 2025205405400
Jul 2025005405400
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Price Analysis

Price analysis for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES based on monthly developer sales data.

Monthly prices for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES
PeriodMedian PSFHighest PSFLowest PSF
Feb 2023$3,013 psf$3,056 psf$2,950 psf
Mar 2023$2,976 psf$3,070 psf$2,282 psf
Apr 2023$3,000 psf$3,064 psf$2,639 psf
Jul 2023$2,601 psf$2,601 psf$2,601 psf
Aug 2023$2,687 psf$2,687 psf$2,687 psf
Sep 2023$2,651 psf$2,686 psf$2,615 psf
Feb 2024$2,638 psf$2,638 psf$2,638 psf
Jun 2025$2,743 psf$2,994 psf$2,491 psf
Project Snapshot
IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES by CDL Perseus Pte Ltd — 100% absorption rate with an average median PSF of $2,789 psf in District 9 (Core Central Region).
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Sales Velocity

Monthly units sold trend for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES.

Sales velocity for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES
PeriodUnits Sold
Feb 20235
Mar 20239
Apr 202311
Jul 20231
Aug 20231
Sep 20232
Feb 20241
Jun 20252

Developer Background

CDL Perseus Pte Ltd is the developer of IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES.

New-build advantages. IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES offers modern unit layouts, contemporary facilities, full developer warranty, and the latest construction quality standards. For owner-occupiers, this translates to immediate move-in readiness without the renovation lift that resale typically requires. For investors, new-build status supports higher rental tenant preference and lower initial maintenance.

CCR positioning. The CCR segment in District 9 occupies a defined buyer cohort. CCR (Core Central Region) is the prime residential segment — Districts 9, 10, 11 plus parts of D1, D2, D4. Foreign-buyer demand has structurally contracted under the 60% ABSD, but Singapore Citizen and PR demand for CCR luxury remains anchored to wealth-storage and trophy-asset motivations. Use the district comparison calculator for cross-segment benchmarking.

Progressive Payment cash-flow. Under PPS, buyers pay in stages aligned with construction milestones (Foundation 10%, RC Framework 10%, Walls 5%, Roofing 5%, etc.), which spreads the cash outlay across the 3–4 year build window. This is materially different from resale where the full price clears within weeks of OTP. For yield-focused investors, the staged interest accrual on disbursed amounts only is a real cost advantage during construction. Model the cash-flow timeline via the cash flow calculator.

TOP timing risk. TBD is the expected TOP year but actual completion can slip 6–18 months on materials shortages, labour disputes, or developer cash-flow issues. Buyers committed to a TOP-aligned life event (relocation, child schooling, mortgage refinancing window) should factor a buffer. Developer track record on prior TOP timing is the best predictor; verify via past project history.

Rate-cycle risk. The 3–4 year PPS window between OTP and TOP exposes the buyer to SORA shifts. A buyer signing OTP at current 3.25% SORA could face TOP-year rates 100–200bp different in either direction. Stress-test affordability at SORA +75bp via the TDSR / MSR affordability calculator to confirm headroom under adverse rate scenarios.

Supply pipeline risk. Future GLS tranches near the project could introduce competing new launches that dilute pricing power. Check the URA GLS schedule for sites within a 1km radius of IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES; concentrated new-supply in a fringe district can cap price appreciation during the holding period.

Resale exit risk. New launches typically command a premium over resale; on exit, the buyer becomes the resale seller competing against newer launches in the same area. Holding through and beyond the 3-year Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) window is structural for most buyers; shorter holds risk both SSD and weak resale clearing.

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    {
        "persona": "Singapore Citizen first-time buyer",
        "fit_color": "red",
        "reason": "You pay 0% ABSD. CCR luxury is rarely a first-time SC entry given the absolute price."
    },
    {
        "persona": "SC upgrader (sell HDB / decouple)",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "The 6-month ABSD remission window applies if this is your second residential property. Coordinate the existing-property sale carefully."
    },
    {
        "persona": "SC investor (second SC property)",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "At 20% ABSD plus 4% all-in mortgage rate, leveraged yield maths is hostile. CCR yields rarely cover SORA-pegged carry."
    },
    {
        "persona": "Permanent Resident",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "PR pays 5% ABSD on first property. CCR luxury is the historical PR entry segment."
    },
    {
        "persona": "Foreign buyer (non-FTA national)",
        "fit_color": "red",
        "reason": "At 60% ABSD, the entry-cost premium versus an SC buyer is approximately $1.5M+ on a S$2.5M unit. Long-horizon owner-occupier motivation only."
    },
    {
        "persona": "FTA national (US / Swiss / Liechtenstein / Norway / Iceland)",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "You qualify for SC-equivalent ABSD (0% / 20% / 30% by property number). Verify treaty eligibility with conveyancing lawyer before OTP."
    }
]

Verdict for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES. The project sits in a known new-launch segment with documented buyer-type fit and policy environment. The honest assessment depends on (a) launch-tranche pricing relative to comparable resale in District 9, (b) the CDL Perseus Pte Ltd developer track record, and (c) the buyer’s holding-horizon tolerance for the 3–4 year TOP window. For SC first-time buyers in OCR new launches, the 0% ABSD plus PPS cash-flow advantage make new-launch the often-rational choice. For SC second-property investors, the 20% ABSD plus negative-carry maths typically argues for resale value-buying instead. For foreign buyers, only owner-occupier residential motivation justifies the 60% ABSD entry. Suggested holding period: 7–10 years to amortise stamp duty and capture meaningful capital appreciation. Run total acquisition cost via the total acquisition cost calculator before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES have?
IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES has a total of 540 units.
What is the absorption rate for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES?
IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES has an absorption rate of 100%, with 540 units sold out of 540 launched.
What is the average PSF for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES?
The average median PSF for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES is $2,789 psf.
What is the expected TOP for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES?

Expected TOP is TBD. Actual completion typically tracks the developer’s timeline within +6 months; verify current construction progress via developer sales material or URA REALIS. (as of 2026-05)

What ABSD applies to IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES for a Singapore Citizen second-property purchase?

20% ABSD applies to a SC second residential property purchase, per the unchanged April-2023 cooling-measure schedule. On a S$2M purchase, that is S$400,000 upfront ABSD in addition to BSD of approximately S$69,600. Use the BSD/ABSD stamp duty calculator for exact figures (as of 2026-05).

Is IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES freehold or leasehold?

The tenure is recorded as undisclosed tenure. Verify via the developer’s sales material and your conveyancing lawyer; the tenure type affects long-run resale value via lease-decay dynamics on 99-year leasehold stock.

How does PPS interest accrual work for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES?

Under Progressive Payment Scheme, you draw the mortgage in stages aligned with construction milestones. Interest accrues only on the disbursed amount, not the full purchase price, until TOP. Use the mortgage calculator at the current 4.00% effective rate to model staged disbursement.

What CPF can I use for IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES?

CPF Ordinary Account funds apply to private property purchases subject to Valuation Limit (VL) and Withdrawal Limit (WL) rules. See CPF housing usage rules. The accrued-interest mechanics apply on eventual sale: principal withdrawn plus 2.5% per annum must be returned to CPF, reducing net sale proceeds.

Methodology & Sources

The dataset behind this report spans All available months; we refresh it as new data becomes available.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Developer sales data from URA REALIS.
  • Median PSF, highest and lowest PSF from URA developer sales records.

Price-per-square-foot (PSF) here means the median deal in the period; means are reserved for volume-weighted aggregates explicitly labelled as such.