Three Three Robin
Overview & Key Facts
Three Three Robin is one of Singapore’s most architecturally consequential boutique condominiums — a 36-unit, seven-storey freehold apartment tucked into a leafy corner of Robin Road in District 10, and the work that established SC Global Developments as a design-forward luxury developer. Completed in 2005 and still known by its stylised original branding as Thr3e Thre3 Robin, the project was the recipient of the prestigious 8th Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA) Architectural Design Awards 2006 — Design Award in the Residential category — a distinction rarely earned by a development of only 36 homes.
The building’s defining design move — conceiving the kitchen as the heart of every home, with open-plan kitchen counters and state-of-the-art appliances integrated seamlessly into the living area rather than hidden behind a closed room — was groundbreaking for Singapore in 2005. SC Global has noted that this concept has since been replicated throughout the Singapore residential market; today it is standard across new launches, but Three Three Robin was where the template was written. For buyers who value architectural provenance alongside address prestige, that lineage carries genuine weight.
With just 36 apartments on a land area of approximately 3,576 sqm, the development offers a rarefied, low-density community feel that larger condominiums cannot replicate. The unit mix spans two- and three-bedroom configurations — generously sized by contemporary standards — and transaction records from Singapore Expats and SRX show a steady appreciation trajectory, with psf climbing from approximately S$2,044 in the earliest recorded year to S$2,377 in the most recent, on a freehold title that will never decay.
Location & Connectivity
Three Three Robin sits at a well-calibrated intersection of tranquillity and connectivity. Robin Road is a quiet residential street flanked by mature trees and good-class bungalows — the kind of address that reads as “Tanglin money” to anyone familiar with Singapore’s luxury property geography — yet it is only 470 metres from Stevens MRT interchange (DT10/TE11), where the Downtown Line and Thomson–East Coast Line converge. That dual-line interchange status is significant: residents can reach Orchard in one stop, Marina Bay in under 15 minutes, and connect to the TEL corridor all the way from Woodlands in the north to Marine Parade in the east without a transfer.
For drivers, the Bukit Timah Road and Stevens Road axes provide easy access to the Orchard Road belt (3–4 minutes), the Central Expressway (CTE), and the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE). The American Club, Tanglin Club, and Singapore Botanic Gardens (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) are all within a 10-minute drive or a comfortable walk — a cluster of amenities that positions Three Three Robin squarely within Singapore’s most prestigious residential corridor. PropertyGuru notes proximity to Delfi Orchard, Palais Renaissance, and Forum The Shopping Mall for day-to-day retail.
The school catchment is exceptional for families with children at priority phases of primary registration. Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) at 0.74 km, Singapore Chinese Girls’ School (Primary) at 0.83 km, and Nanyang Primary School at 1.02 km all fall within or near the 1 km priority radius. ISS International School (Preston) at 0.73 km extends the appeal to expatriate families. For secondary and JC, Nanyang Girls’ High, Methodist Girls’ School, and St Joseph’s Institution are within the broader district.
Schools & Education
2 primary schools within the 1 km Priority Phase balloting radius.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| ISS International School (Preston) | international | Within 1 km |
| Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) | primary | Within 1 km |
| ISS International School (Paterson) | international | Within 1 km |
| Singapore Chinese Girls' School (Primary) | primary | Within 1 km |
| Nanyang Primary School | primary | ~1.0 km |
| Nanyang Girls' High School | secondary | ~1.0 km |
| St. Anthony's Primary School | primary | ~1.1 km |
| Methodist Girls' School (Primary) | primary | ~1.2 km |
Facilities
Three Three Robin’s facilities footprint is deliberately curated rather than resort-comprehensive — a reflection of both the boutique scale and SC Global’s philosophy that quality of space should exceed quantity of amenity. The development provides a lap pool, a gym, and barbecue pavilions, with 24-hour security that is particularly well-staffed given the compact 36-unit population. Compared to the mega-developments of Orchard Boulevard and the sprawling club-condo complexes further south, the on-site offerings are focused. What they lack in breadth they make up for in exclusivity: the pool and gym are used by 36 households, not 800.
“The pool is always available when you want it — never crowded. It’s a genuine luxury compared to the larger condos I’ve lived in. You feel like you have a private facility.”
— Resident review via SingaporeExpats
The design of the common areas carries through SC Global’s signature attention to materials and landscape detailing. The site’s 3,576 sqm land area is generous relative to the built footprint, which means green buffer and private planting softens what could otherwise feel like a compact urban site. Buyers drawn to Three Three Robin typically do not budget their decision around the facilities list — they are purchasing the address, the unit quality, the low-density community, and the freehold title. Residents who need a full tennis court, function rooms, and multiple pools will find better value at the larger developments along Holland Road or at Leedon Green.
Unit Sizes & Layout
The two- and three-bedroom apartments at Three Three Robin are measurably more generously proportioned than what a comparable budget would buy at a new launch in 2025. While precise unit sizes are not consistently disclosed across listing platforms, a 2-bedroom unit in the development is understood to occupy approximately 1,300–1,400 sqft and a 3-bedroom in the 1,600–1,900 sqft range — sizes that reflect 2005-era planning norms before the industry-wide compression of residential floor plates. The defining interior feature remains the open-plan kitchen integrated into the living space: counter surfaces, cabinetry, and appliance placement are designed so the kitchen functions as a social hub rather than a utility room. For owner-occupiers who cook and entertain, the spatial logic is immediately apparent.
At seven storeys and 36 units across a compact floor plate, stack selection matters less than in a 1,000-unit mega-development, but upper-floor units command materially better treetop and skyline views given the mature vegetation along Robin Road. The development’s freehold status means that renovation spend is easier to justify than in leasehold equivalents — owners have replaced kitchens and bathrooms with contemporary finishings that bring the interiors level with newer launches while retaining the superior floor areas. Un-renovated stock will look dated, with original bathrooms and joinery from 2005 specifications.
| Bedrooms | Transactions | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 BR | 8 | $2,258 | $3,428,750 |
| 5 BR | 2 | $2,079 | $6,850,000 |
Pricing & Market Position
Based on 10 recorded transactions, sale prices range from $2,760,000 to $9,350,000, averaging $4,113,000.
Rents range from $4,830 to $16,500 per month across 28 rental transactions. Current rental yield sits at approximately 2.2%.
Price Appreciation
From 2021 to 2025, the average PSF has appreciated by 16.3% (from $2,044 to $2,377 psf).
Neighbourhood Comparison
Three Three Robin’s most direct comparable within the Robin Road corridor is Robin Residences (134 units, freehold, completed 2015, ~S$2,370 psf) — a larger, newer freehold development with a more comprehensive facilities footprint but without the SIA award pedigree or SC Global’s design signature. Robin Residences suits buyers who want the Robin Road address with a fuller amenity set; Three Three Robin suits those prioritising architectural distinction and boutique community over facilities breadth.
At the district level, freehold CCR alternatives include Leedon Green (~S$2,784 psf, 638 units, freehold) and Hyll on Holland (~S$2,648 psf, 319 units, freehold) — both offer superior facilities and larger unit populations that translate to better rental liquidity and more frequent comparable transactions. For investors needing that liquidity, those developments are superior vehicles. For owner-occupiers seeking a low-density freehold home in one of Singapore’s most prestigious postal districts, with an award-winning design legacy and genuine scarcity value, Three Three Robin offers something those larger projects cannot: the feeling of living somewhere singular.
| Development | Tenure | TOP | Units | ~Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| THREE THREE ROBIN | Freehold | — | 36 | — |
| SKYE AT HOLLAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 | 2025 | 666 | $2,945 |
| LEEDON GREEN | Freehold | 2021 | 638 | $2,784 |
| D'LEEDON | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2010 | 2014 | 1,703 | $1,855 |
| HYLL ON HOLLAND | Freehold | 2021 | 319 | $2,648 |
| FOURTH AVENUE RESIDENCES | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 | 2021 | 476 | $2,465 |
ShiokNest Scores
Our proprietary scoring system evaluates THREE THREE ROBIN across multiple dimensions.
What Residents Say
“We’ve lived here eight years and I genuinely can’t imagine moving. The kitchen design was ahead of its time when we bought, and it still feels contemporary. Thirty-six units means we know our neighbours — it’s a proper small community.”
— Long-term resident review via SingaporeExpats
“Stevens MRT interchange is a five-minute walk. Two lines — Downtown and Thomson-East Coast — so I can get anywhere without transferring. The address is quiet but you’re never far from Orchard.”
— Resident review via SRX
“Facilities are limited — pool, gym, that’s it. If you need a tennis court or function rooms, look elsewhere. But the building quality, the quiet, and the size of the apartments more than compensate.”
— Resident review via SingaporeExpats
The pattern across resident feedback is consistent: high satisfaction with unit quality and spatial design, appreciation for the low-density community feel, acceptance of the modest facilities scope. Tenant sentiment from the rental pool — predominantly expatriate professionals and families drawn to the school catchment and MRT access — tracks similarly: the product is the apartment itself, not the clubhouse.
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Freehold tenure — no lease decay, no CPF restrictions, full inheritance value
- SIA Architectural Design Award 2006 — only development of 36 units to earn this distinction
- SC Global provenance — same developer as The Marq, Hilltops, Sculptura Ardmore
- Stevens MRT interchange (DT/TEL dual line) only 470m away — two lines, no transfer
- Pioneering open-plan kitchen-living design, widely replicated but originating here
- Boutique 36-unit community — shared facilities with fewer than 40 households
- Generous pre-2010 unit sizes (est. 1,300–1,900 sqft) vs compressed new-launch floorplates
- Top-tier school catchment: ACS Primary 0.74km, SCGS Primary 0.83km
- Quiet leafy Robin Road street, away from expressway noise
- PSF (~$2,300–2,400) below most freehold CCR peers at comparable quality level
- Very thin liquidity — 36 total units means infrequent comparables and patient exit required
- Low gross yield (~2.2%) — not suitable as a primary income-generating investment
- Minimal facilities — lap pool, gym, BBQ only; no tennis, function rooms, or resort amenities
- No known TOP year recorded in public data — verify completion documentation before purchase
- Dated specifications in un-renovated units; budget S$50–80k for a full refresh
- Rental pool limited by high ticket quantum — average rent S$7,900 appeals to narrow tenant segment
- Only 10 recorded sales in transaction window — price discovery can be slow
- Walking distance to Stevens MRT (470m) is comfortable but not seamless in Singapore heat
Verdict
Three Three Robin is a specialist proposition that suits a narrow but well-defined buyer profile precisely. It is not a yield play: a gross yield of approximately 2.2% at current pricing and rental levels means this is not a landlord’s primary vehicle — neighbouring Leedon Green or D’Leedon offer more competitive yields and larger tenant pools. The investment thesis at Three Three Robin is built on capital preservation and appreciation, freehold permanence, and the enduring scarcity value of 36 architecturally awarded apartments in a quiet Tanglin enclave 470 metres from a dual-line interchange.
The SIA Design Award provenance is genuinely differentiated. In Singapore’s upper-CCR market, most developments compete on brand name, psf, and view — very few can point to architectural recognition that pre-dates the current luxury condo generation. SC Global’s portfolio (The Marq, Hilltops, Sculptura Ardmore) consistently attracts discerning buyers for whom design quality is not a secondary consideration. Three Three Robin is the original expression of that philosophy and sits at the most accessible price point in the SC Global stable — making it an entry point to the brand as much as a standalone investment.
For buyers comparing Three Three Robin against larger freehold peers — Leedon Green at ~S$2,784 psf, Hyll on Holland at ~S$2,648 psf, or the new leasehold Skye at Holland at ~S$2,945 psf — the calculus is clear: Three Three Robin offers a freehold title, an award-winning pedigree, and a boutique community at a psf that sits below most CCR freehold peers. The thin liquidity (10 sales in the data window, 36 units total) means entry and exit timing requires patience, but for a genuine long-hold CCR freehold purchase, this development makes a credible case.