One Draycott
Overview & Key Facts
One Draycott is a 64-unit ultra-boutique freehold apartment developed by Champsworth Development Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of SDB (Selangor Dredging Berhad), a Malaysian luxury developer known for its premium residential projects across Southeast Asia. Completed in 2023, the development rises as a single 16-storey tower at Draycott Park in District 10 — one of Singapore’s most exclusive residential enclaves, situated between the Ardmore and Orchard Road corridors. The architectural design by JGP Architecture delivers a contemporary interpretation of luxury that emphasises clean lines, generous proportions, and a restrained material palette.
One Draycott’s proposition is unique: all 64 units are 2-bedroom configurations, ranging from typical units at 732 sqft and 797 sqft to penthouse units at 1,324 sqft and 1,345 sqft. Every unit features a private lift and enclosed kitchen — specifications that are typically reserved for larger, more expensive units in competing developments. At an average PSF around S$3,100–S$3,500, One Draycott positions itself in the upper tier of District 10 pricing, trading on freehold tenure, the Draycott Park address, and a level of per-unit exclusivity (private lift for every apartment) that larger developments cannot match at this scale.
The buyer profile (78.1% Singaporean, 10.9% PR, 10.9% foreigner) skews heavily domestic — suggesting that the development resonates particularly with Singaporean buyers who value the Draycott Park address and freehold tenure as a long-term asset play, rather than the foreign investor market that dominates some D10 luxury developments. With only 64 units in a single tower, One Draycott is as close to a private residential building as a condominium can be.
Location & Connectivity
Draycott Park is one of Singapore’s most prestigious residential streets, a quiet tree-lined enclave that connects to the broader Ardmore-Orchard Road luxury residential cluster. The immediate neighbours include The Draycott, Ardmore Park, and Claymore Road residences — addresses that collectively form the inner circle of Singapore’s most expensive residential real estate. The Draycott Park streetscape is characterised by mature trees, low traffic volume, and an atmosphere of understated wealth that distinguishes it from the commercial energy of Orchard Road just minutes away.
Transit connectivity is excellent for a D10 address. Orchard MRT (North-South Line + Thomson-East Coast Line, NS22/TE14) and Newton MRT (North-South Line + Downtown Line, NS21/DT11) are both accessible within walking distance. The Orchard MRT interchange, in particular, provides connections to the NSL (north-south spine) and the TEL (east coast to woodlands) — two lines that between them cover the majority of Singapore’s key employment and lifestyle nodes.
The surrounding amenity landscape is anchored by the full Orchard Road retail corridor: ION Orchard, Scotts Square, Shaw House, Forum The Shopping Mall, Wheelock Place, Tang Plaza, and Pacific Plaza are all within a short walk or drive. Palais Renaissance and Delfi Orchard cater to the boutique luxury retail segment. World-class dining is a daily reality rather than a special occasion. For families, highly regarded schools including Anglo-Chinese School (Primary and Junior), Singapore Chinese Girls’ School, St. Margaret’s Primary School, and River Valley Primary School are all accessible within the broader district.
Schools & Education
3 primary schools within the 1 km Priority Phase balloting radius.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ISS International School (Preston) | international | Within 1 km |
| ISS International School (Paterson) | international | Within 1 km |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | primary | Within 1 km |
| Chatsworth International School (Orchard) | international | Within 1 km |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | primary | Within 1 km |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | primary | Within 1 km |
| Methodist Girls' School | secondary | Within 1 km |
| Methodist Girls' School (Primary) | primary | ~1.1 km |
Facilities
One Draycott’s facility set is calibrated for ultra-boutique luxury: curated, refined, and deliberately intimate. The swimming pool and sun deck form the recreational centrepiece, set within the development’s landscaped grounds. A gymnasium provides fitness infrastructure, while a sky terrace offers an elevated outdoor space with views across the Draycott Park and Orchard Road neighbourhood. The lounge and function room serve as the social anchor, providing a space for resident entertaining that the compact apartment sizes cannot always accommodate.
“With only 64 units, the pool is effectively a private amenity. I’ve never shared it with more than two other families on a weekend morning. The gym is small but adequate — most residents in this area have external gym memberships anyway. What sets One Draycott apart is the private lift to every unit and the sense of exclusivity that a 64-unit building provides. It feels like a private residence, not a condo.”
— Resident feedback via property forums
The facility philosophy at One Draycott is deliberately quality over quantity. There are no tennis courts, no elaborate water features, no children’s play zones — the 64-unit scale does not support extensive recreational infrastructure, and the buyer demographic (primarily couples and professionals in 2-bedroom units) does not demand it. The real amenity is the private lift serving every unit, which transforms the daily experience from condominium living to something approaching private apartment living. The 24-hour security and concierge complete the essential service layer. For residents whose lifestyle revolves around Orchard Road’s dining, retail, and entertainment rather than on-site recreation, One Draycott’s compact facility set is appropriately scaled.
Unit Sizes & Layout
One Draycott takes an unconventional approach to unit planning: all 64 units are 2-bedroom configurations. This homogeneity is a deliberate design decision that targets a specific market segment — young professional couples, downsizers from larger properties, and investors seeking a boutique luxury rental asset — rather than attempting to serve the full spectrum of household types. The typical units at 732 sqft and 797 sqft deliver efficient 2-bedroom living with private lift access and enclosed kitchens, while the penthouse units at 1,324 sqft and 1,345 sqft offer a more generous double-storey 2-bedroom experience with premium ceiling heights.
The enclosed kitchen in every unit is another practical specification: it contains cooking odours and provides genuine preparation space, a feature that many competing 2-bedroom developments in the D10 corridor sacrifice for an open-plan aesthetic. The 2023 completion means fittings and finishes are contemporary and require no immediate renovation investment. JGP Architecture’s design language emphasises clean proportions and quality materials rather than ornamental excess — consistent with the development’s positioning as a refined, understated luxury product. Higher-floor units capture views across the low-rise Draycott Park streetscape toward the Orchard Road skyline, while lower floors are more sheltered by surrounding greenery.
| Bedrooms | Transactions | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 56 | $3,217 | $2,455,376 |
| 3 BR | 3 | $2,578 | $3,282,333 |
Pricing & Market Position
Based on 59 recorded transactions, sale prices range from $1,850,000 to $3,400,000, averaging $2,497,425 (~$2,528 psf).
Rents range from $4,300 to $9,000 per month across 70 rental transactions. Current rental yield sits at approximately 2.4%.
Price Appreciation
From 2021 to 2025, the average PSF has declined by 20.7% (from $3,188 to $2,528 psf).
Neighbourhood Comparison
One Draycott’s ultra-boutique format makes direct comparisons challenging, as few developments share its 64-unit, 2-bedroom-only, all-private-lift specification. The closest analogue is The Draycott (freehold, ~136 units, Draycott Park), a neighbouring development completed in 2004 that offers a range of unit types on the same prestigious street. The Draycott provides more unit diversity (1 to 4-bedroom) and a larger community, but without the private-lift-for-every-unit specification and at an older vintage. Buyers choosing between the two are balancing One Draycott’s newness, private lift, and boutique exclusivity against The Draycott’s larger units, unit diversity, and established estate character.
Within the broader D10 freehold luxury segment, Klimt Cairnhill (freehold, ~138 units, completed 2024) offers a newer, slightly larger development on Cairnhill Road at a comparable PSF, with more diverse unit types and a larger facility set. Boulevard 88 (freehold, ~154 units, Orchard Boulevard) provides CDL’s luxury pedigree at a higher PSF. One Draycott’s competitive advantage is its extreme intimacy (64 units), universal private lift, and the Draycott Park address — a combination that no competitor precisely replicates. For buyers who view building size inversely to desirability, One Draycott’s 64-unit scale is its ultimate selling point.
| Development | Tenure | TOP | Units | ~Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ONE DRAYCOTT | Freehold | 2021 | 64 | $2,528 |
| SKYE AT HOLLAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | 2025 | 666 | $2,946 |
| LEEDON GREEN | Freehold | 2021 | 638 | $2,785 |
| D'LEEDON | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2010 | 2014 | 1,703 | $1,858 |
| HYLL ON HOLLAND | Freehold | 2021 | 319 | $2,648 |
| FOURTH AVENUE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | 2021 | 476 | $2,465 |
ShiokNest Scores
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What Residents Say
“The private lift completely changes the living experience. I come home, step into my own lift lobby, and I’m in my apartment. No shared corridors, no waiting for lifts with neighbours. It feels like a private residence, which is exactly what I wanted. The Draycott Park street is beautifully quiet yet ION Orchard is a 10-minute walk.”
— Resident feedback via property forums
“We downsized from a 4-bedroom in Ardmore and wanted something compact but premium. One Draycott delivers that — the enclosed kitchen is a must-have for us, and the private lift was the feature that sealed the decision. The gym and pool are small but never crowded. At 64 units, you recognise everyone in the building. It’s a community of like-minded professionals.”
— Owner discussion via PropertyGuru
“Purchased as a rental investment. The expatriate tenant demand for a freehold D10 2-bedroom with private lift is strong — we had multiple offers within a week of listing. The Draycott Park address attracts a quality tenant profile. The building is new, well-maintained, and the management is responsive. Only downside: it’s 2-bedroom only, so if tenants’ families grow, they eventually move on.”
— Investor commentary via EdgeProp
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Freehold tenure on Draycott Park — one of Singapore's most prestigious residential streets in D10
- Private lift to every unit — a luxury specification typically reserved for penthouses and trophy apartments
- Ultra-boutique 64-unit building — extreme exclusivity with intimate, like-minded community
- Brand new 2023 completion — contemporary JGP Architecture design requiring zero renovation
- Enclosed kitchen in every unit — practical cooking functionality that many luxury 2-bedrooms sacrifice
- Walking distance to Orchard MRT (NSL/TEL) and Newton MRT (NSL/DTL) — dual interchange access
- Draycott Park streetscape: quiet, tree-lined, understated prestige between Ardmore and Orchard Road
- Strong expatriate rental demand: ~3.0% yield with quality tenant profile attracted to D10 freehold
- Penthouse units (1,324-1,345 sqft) offer generous double-storey 2-bedroom luxury
- 78.1% Singaporean buyer base — strong domestic conviction in the address and asset quality
- All units are 2-bedroom only — no diversity for families needing 3+ bedrooms or downsizers wanting studios
- Compact facility set: no tennis court, no children's play area — 64-unit scale limits recreational breadth
- Typical units at 732-797 sqft are compact for the luxury PSF — space-per-dollar is modest
- Narrow resale pool: 64-unit, 2-bedroom-only development has inherently limited secondary market liquidity
- Ultra-luxury PSF (S$3,100-3,500) requires conviction in the D10 freehold premium
- Small community (64 units) may feel isolating for buyers who enjoy larger, more social developments
- No family-oriented amenities — children, elderly, or multi-generational households poorly served
- SDB (Malaysian developer) less established in Singapore than local luxury developers like SC Global or CDL
Verdict
One Draycott is a precision-targeted luxury product: 64 freehold apartments, all 2-bedrooms, all with private lifts, on one of Singapore’s most prestigious residential streets, walking distance to Orchard Road. It does not attempt to be all things to all buyers. It serves a specific niche — professional couples, downsizers, and investors — and it serves that niche with a level of per-unit exclusivity that larger developments cannot deliver. The private lift, enclosed kitchen, freehold tenure, and Draycott Park address combine to create a residential experience that is closer to a private apartment building than a conventional condominium.
The pricing reflects this positioning: at approximately S$3,100–S$3,500 psf, One Draycott trades at a premium consistent with freehold D10 luxury. The rental yield of approximately 3.0% is reasonable for the segment, supported by strong demand from expatriate professionals seeking a prestige address with modern specifications. The 78.1% Singaporean buyer composition suggests that the domestic market values the development as a long-term freehold asset on a trophy street, not merely as a rental play.
The trade-offs are clear: the facility set is compact (no tennis, no children’s play), the unit diversity is nil (2-bedroom only), and the 64-unit scale means a very small community. Families with children will find the development poorly suited to their needs. Buyers seeking capital appreciation from a broader market should note that the resale pool for a 64-unit, 2-bedroom-only building is inherently narrow. One Draycott is a conviction purchase for buyers who know exactly what they want: freehold, private lift, Draycott Park, Orchard Road walkability, and the intimacy of a 64-unit building. For that specific set of requirements, One Draycott is essentially without competition.