Rivershire
Located in District 9 (Orchard, Cairnhill, River Valley), Rivershire is a freehold condominium in the Core Central Region (CCR). The development was completed in 1991 and comprises 74 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
RIVERSHIRE is a freehold condominium at LEONIE HILL in District 9 (CCR), developed by HONG LEONG HOLDINGS, comprising 74 units, completed in 1991.
Location & Connectivity
RIVERSHIRE is approximately 170m from Great World MRT station, with 11 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great World | Thomson-East Coast Line | 170m |
| Orchard Boulevard | Thomson-East Coast Line | 720m |
| Somerset | North-South Line | 770m |
| Orchard | North-South Line | 860m |
| Orchard | Thomson-East Coast Line | 860m |
| Havelock | Thomson-East Coast Line | 870m |
Schools & Education
19 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kheng Cheng School | Primary | 230m |
| Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) | Primary | 780m |
| Gan Eng Seng School | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| Gan Eng Seng Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| NPS International School | International | 1.2 km |
| EtonHouse International School Orchard | International | 1.3 km |
| Chatsworth International School (Orchard) | International | 1.3 km |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | 3 | $2,366 psf | $2,903,333 |
| 4 BR | 1 | $2,034 psf | $3,438,000 |
| 5+ BR | 1 | $2,069 psf | $4,320,000 |
Market Position
RIVERSHIRE has recorded 5 sales at an average price of $3,293,600.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at RIVERSHIRE 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:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield | Rent per $100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 BR | $5,626/mo | $2,903,333 | 2.33% | $194/mo |
| 4 BR | $7,182/mo | $3,438,000 | 2.51% | $209/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | $2,363 psf | — |
| 2024 | 1 | $2,034 psf | ↓ 13.9% |
| 2025 | 2 | $2,249 psf | ↑ 10.5% |
| 2026 | 1 | $2,306 psf | ↑ 2.6% |
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From the 2023 high, RIVERSHIRE prices have given back 2.4% — still 2.4% below the 2023 baseline. The most recent period recovered 2.6%, so the pullback may be finding a floor.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 9 reads 102.3 as of June 2026 — up 0.9% year-on-year. The index tracks repeat-sales price movement, so it is less distorted by shifts in what happens to be transacting than a raw average PSF.
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Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRWELL HILL RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2020 | $2,731 psf | 585 |
| RIVER GREEN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | $3,139 psf | 494 |
| RIVER MODERN | 99 years leasehold | $3,243 psf | 427 |
| THE AVENIR | Freehold | $3,191 psf | 323 |
| KOPAR AT NEWTON | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 | $2,512 psf | 256 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 2 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 74-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
- At 35+ years of age, upkeep costs trend upward and renovation budgets matter; some owners here are effectively holding an en-bloc option.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
Buyers most likely to be happy here: mrt-walkable commuters, p1 school balloting families, long-term hold (10+ yr) and en-bloc speculators. MRT proximity is the standout commute feature for daily transit users.
empty nesters / downsizers, foreign / absd-aware buyers and boutique low-density (<100 units) should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
yield-focused investors and resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. CCR (Core Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
RIVERSHIRE is a freehold development in District 9 (CCR), with 74 units, offering a gross yield of 2.2%.
At ~$2,268 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full RIVERSHIRE dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing RIVERSHIRE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bukit Merah — 4-room average $894,787 (670m away), an upgrader gap of about $2,400,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (1.1 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,200,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- RIVERSHIRE Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 9 (Orchard, Cairnhill, River Valley) — District 9 neighbourhood guide
Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Sales data: 5 transactions
- Rental data: 119 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Apr 2026 · 5 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats