Hundred Trees

Overview & Key Facts

Hundred Trees is a 396-unit condominium nestled along West Coast Drive in District 5, completed in 2013 by Grande-Terre Properties Pte Ltd — a subsidiary of City Developments Limited (CDL), one of Singapore’s most established developers. Designed by Ong & Ong Architects, the development comprises eight blocks (six 12-storey and two 11-storey) spread across a generous 24,861 sqm site. The project takes its name from the avenue of roughly 100 pink mempat trees (Cratoxylum formosum) — sometimes called Singapore’s sakura — that line the entrance boulevard and set a distinctly lush tone from the moment you arrive.

CDL’s track record speaks for itself: they have delivered over 80 developments across Singapore, and Hundred Trees ranks among their strongest appreciating projects, with PSF climbing from $917 at first sale in 2010 to approximately $1,876 today — a gain of over 100%. The development holds a 956-year lease from 1928, which is functionally equivalent to freehold. This near-perpetual tenure is a rare and significant advantage in a market where most mass-market condos are limited to 99-year leases, and it removes the lease-decay anxiety that increasingly weighs on resale values for ageing leasehold properties.

What distinguishes Hundred Trees from the wave of new launches in the Clementi-West Coast corridor is the combination of a mature, landscaped estate with generous unit sizes, an essentially freehold tenure, and a location that straddles the academic belt of NUS, the employment nodes of Jurong and one-north, and the recreational pull of West Coast Park. It is not the newest or flashiest condo in the area, but it offers a depth of livability that newer, denser projects struggle to replicate.

Location & Connectivity

Hundred Trees sits in the West Coast precinct of Clementi, a mature residential neighbourhood that has quietly become one of Singapore’s most desirable mid-tier addresses. Clementi MRT (EW23) on the East-West Line is approximately 0.65 km away — a 8–10 minute walk that is manageable but not quite doorstep convenience, especially in Singapore’s heat. The development also provides a shuttle bus service departing every 30 minutes, which residents frequently praise as a genuine quality-of-life feature.

The location story improves significantly when you factor in future connectivity. By 2032, Clementi MRT will become an interchange station connecting to the Cross Island Line (CRL), dramatically expanding the reach of this station. More importantly, the upcoming West Coast MRT station on the CRL will be within walking distance of Hundred Trees, effectively giving residents a second MRT option and transforming the development’s public transport accessibility.

For drivers, the AYE is just minutes away, placing the CBD roughly 15–20 minutes away during off-peak hours. Jurong East — Singapore’s second CBD — is a quick 10-minute drive, and one-north’s tech and biomedical hub is similarly close. Daily amenities are well served by The Clementi Mall and West Coast Plaza, both within a short drive or bus ride. West Coast Market and Food Centre offers one of the area’s best hawker experiences.

The school network is a standout feature. Qifa Primary (0.88 km), Clementi Primary (0.72 km), and Nan Hua Primary (0.84 km) are all within the 1 km priority enrollment zone. NUS High School of Mathematics and Science (1.69 km) and the National University of Singapore campus are nearby, as are several Japanese international schools that serve the area’s significant expatriate community. For families with school-age children, this cluster of quality schools is a genuine differentiator.

Schools & Education

3 primary schools within the 1 km Priority Phase balloting radius.

Facilities

For a development of 396 units, Hundred Trees delivers a facilities roster that punches above its weight. The centrepiece is a resort-length swimming pool stretching approximately 100 metres, complemented by a separate 25-metre lap pool for serious swimmers who prefer a less crowded option. Additional water features include a jet pool and a fun pool. Beyond water amenities, the development offers a well-equipped gymnasium, steam and bath rooms, a tennis court, basketball court, jogging track, fitness corner, games room, clubhouse with function rooms, BBQ pavilions, and children’s playground.

“A hidden gem at Clementi/West Coast area. The landscaping is truly beautiful with the mempat trees and lush greenery everywhere. The pools are great — the long pool is perfect for laps and the facilities are well-maintained.”

— Resident review via 99.co

The landscape design deserves particular mention. The mempat tree boulevard creates a genuine sense of arrival, and the grounds are extensively planted with mature trees, ponds, and garden features that give the estate a distinctly established, resort-like character that newly completed condos — with their freshly planted saplings — simply cannot match. The basement car park is spacious with ample lots, a practical detail that residents consistently highlight. Maintenance is generally well-regarded, reflecting CDL’s reputation for build quality and the MCST’s active upkeep. For 396 units, the facility-to-resident ratio is generous, and overcrowding at the pools and gym is less of an issue than at larger mega-developments.

Unit Sizes & Layout

Hundred Trees offers a broad unit mix across seven configurations: 1-bedroom (484 sqft, 22 units), 2-bedroom (689–786 sqft, 66 units), 2-bedroom + study (915–1,227 sqft, 84 units), 3-bedroom (1,044–1,550 sqft, 70 units), 3-bedroom + study (1,302–1,636 sqft, 80 units), 4-bedroom (1,475–1,894 sqft, 68 units), and penthouses (3,401–3,714 sqft, 6 units). The size range is notably generous by today’s standards — a 3-bedroom here at 1,044–1,550 sqft dwarfs the 900–1,000 sqft 3-bedrooms typical of new launches.

Layouts are predominantly squarish with efficient use of space and good natural ventilation. Many units feature dual balconies — a front-facing living room balcony and a rear utility balcony — which provide cross-ventilation and dedicated drying space. Built-in wardrobes are standard, and the finishing quality reflects CDL’s mid-to-upper market positioning: not luxury-grade, but solid and durable. After more than a decade, units have generally aged well.

Pricing & Market Position

Across 58 recorded transactions (all-time), sale prices range from $730,000 to $3,000,000, averaging $1,780,738.

Over the last 12 months, transactions averaged $1,860 psf.

Rents range from $1,300 to $8,250 per month across 562 rental transactions. Current rental yield sits at approximately 3.1%.

Rental Yield by Bedroom Type

Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at HUNDRED TREES typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price. The final column shows monthly rent per $100,000 invested, so unit sizes compare on equal capital:

Price Appreciation

From 2021 to 2026, the average PSF has appreciated by 29% (from $1,437 to $1,853 psf).

Neighbourhood Comparison

The most relevant comparison is with Normanton Park ($1,865 PSF, 1,840 units, 99yr from 2019). Normanton Park is a mega-development offering newer finishes, more extensive facilities, and a fresher lease, but its massive unit count means a very different living density. At virtually the same PSF, Hundred Trees offers near-freehold tenure versus 99-year leasehold — a gap that will widen in significance as decades pass. For buyers who prioritise long-term tenure security over newness, the value equation favours Hundred Trees.

Parc Clematis ($1,884 PSF, 1,450 units, 99yr from 2019) is another nearby competitor with a similarly large footprint. It offers more modern unit designs but again at 99-year tenure. Elta ($2,557 PSF, 501 units, 99yr from 2024) and Faber Residence ($2,155 PSF, 399 units, 99yr from 2025) represent the newest entries, commanding significant premiums for their brand-new condition. The PSF gap of $280–$680 over Hundred Trees highlights the “new launch premium” that buyers pay for fresh finishes and the full length of a new 99-year lease. Whether that premium is justified given Hundred Trees’ near-perpetual tenure is a question each buyer must answer based on their investment horizon.

The investment calculus here differs fundamentally from typical leasehold-vs-leasehold comparisons. Hundred Trees’ 956-year lease means there is effectively zero lease-decay discount — ever. When Normanton Park and Parc Clematis have 60 years remaining on their leases and face tightening CPF restrictions, Hundred Trees will still carry its full tenure value. For buyers with a 15–20 year horizon, this tenure advantage is worth more than a shiny new lobby. The PSF trend — $1,437 to $1,576 to $1,644 to $1,749 to $1,862 — shows consistent, steady appreciation that reflects genuine demand rather than speculative froth.

ShiokNest Scores

Our proprietary scoring system evaluates HUNDRED TREES across multiple dimensions.

What Residents Say

“A nice condo with lot of plants and good location that in between Jurong East, West Coast & Clementi. Many Japanese schools, good primary schools and tertiary institutions nearby. Layout is pretty spacious despite being a new condo, with squarish layouts and good built-in wardrobes.”

— Owner review via 99.co

“Very light unit with big living room, nice breeze from the west coast, 2 balconies. The shuttle bus leaves every 30 minutes, the AYE is just 5 minutes away, and Clementi Mall is in walking distance. Finishing is decent as it was built by renowned developer CDL.”

— Resident review via PropertyGuru

“For certain stacks, east morning sun bakes the master bedroom walls followed by west sun through the windows, making the house hot all day. Highway noise from AYE is noticeable for lower floor units.”

— Resident review via EdgeProp

The overall pattern across review platforms is strongly positive, with Hundred Trees averaging 4.6/5 on 99.co (44 reviews) and 8/10 on SingaporeExpats (8 reviews). Residents consistently praise the lush landscaping, spacious unit layouts, generous facilities, and the family-friendly atmosphere. The shuttle bus service is highlighted as a practical convenience that offsets the MRT distance. The recurring negatives focus squarely on AYE highway noise for affected stacks, sun exposure on east- and west-facing units, and the swimming pool water being cold due to shading. Several long-term residents describe it as a “hidden gem” — the kind of development that grows on you the longer you live there.

Strengths & Weaknesses

Verdict

Hundred Trees occupies an increasingly rare position in the Singapore property market: a well-designed, CDL-built development with essentially freehold tenure (956 years from 1928) at an average PSF of $1,876 — in a district that is only gaining in desirability. In a corridor where new launches like Normanton Park ($1,865 PSF, 99yr), Parc Clematis ($1,884 PSF, 99yr), and Elta ($2,557 PSF, 99yr) are all leasehold, the near-freehold tenure is a structural advantage that compounds over time. As these competing 99-year leases age, Hundred Trees’ 956-year lease will look increasingly attractive to buyers who understand the mathematics of lease decay.

The honest weaknesses deserve acknowledgement. The proximity to AYE means noise is a real issue for certain stacks and lower floors — this is not a minor inconvenience but a daily livability factor that should be verified in person. The 0.65 km walk to Clementi MRT, while manageable, is not the doorstep convenience that today’s buyers increasingly expect. At 13 years old, the development shows its age in common area finishes compared to freshly completed projects, though CDL’s build quality means it has aged better than many contemporaries.

The investment case is compelling when viewed through the right lens. PSF has climbed steadily from $1,437 to $1,876 over recent years, a trajectory supported by the area’s strengthening fundamentals. A 3.11% gross yield is solid for the district, and the near-freehold tenure means there is no lease-decay drag on long-term appreciation. The upcoming CRL West Coast MRT station and the Jurong Lake District transformation provide genuine catalysts that are not yet fully priced in. For owner-occupiers who value space, greenery, schools, and long-term tenure security — and can accept the AYE trade-off — Hundred Trees remains one of the strongest value propositions in District 5.