The Morningside
The Morningside is a freehold condominium located in District 9 (Orchard, Cairnhill, River Valley), part of the Core Central Region (CCR). The development was completed in 1993 and comprises 79 units. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
Overview & Key Facts
THE MORNINGSIDE is a freehold condominium at JALAN KUALA in District 9 (CCR), developed by HONG LEONG HOLDINGS LTD, comprising 79 units, completed in 1993.
Location & Connectivity
THE MORNINGSIDE is approximately 200m from Great World MRT station, with 12 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great World | Thomson-East Coast Line | 200m |
| Somerset | North-South Line | 660m |
| Havelock | Thomson-East Coast Line | 770m |
| Fort Canning | Downtown Line | 980m |
| Orchard Boulevard | Thomson-East Coast Line | 990m |
| Orchard | North-South Line | 1.1 km |
Schools & Education
20 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kheng Cheng School | Primary | 170m |
| Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) | Primary | 430m |
| Gan Eng Seng School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| ACS (Junior) | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Gan Eng Seng Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Outram Secondary School | Secondary | 1.3 km |
| NPS International School | International | 1.4 km |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | Primary | 1.5 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 BR | 4 | $2,073 psf | $3,655,000 |
| 5+ BR | 6 | $2,006 psf | $5,292,500 |
Market Position
THE MORNINGSIDE has recorded 10 sales at an average price of $4,637,500.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | $1,945 psf | — |
| 2022 | 3 | $1,999 psf | ↑ 2.8% |
| 2023 | 2 | $1,970 psf | ↓ 1.5% |
| 2025 | 3 | $2,166 psf | ↑ 9.9% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — THE MORNINGSIDE prices have climbed 11.4% since 2021.
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 79-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
- At 33+ 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
This is a strong match for mrt-walkable commuters, international school families, long-term hold (10+ yr) and en-bloc speculators. Located ~200m from Great World MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
foreign / absd-aware buyers should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors — other options likely serve them better. CCR (Core Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
THE MORNINGSIDE is a freehold development in District 9 (CCR), with 79 units, offering a gross yield of 2.0%.
At ~$2,166 psf, it reflects its premium CCR positioning.
Explore the full THE MORNINGSIDE dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing THE MORNINGSIDE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Bukit Merah — 4-room average $894,787 (640m away), an upgrader gap of about $3,750,000
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (870m away), an upgrader gap of about $3,550,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- THE MORNINGSIDE 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: 10 transactions
- Rental data: 114 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Oct 2025 · 10 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats