Wilkie Studio
Wilkie Studio is a freehold condominium in District 9 (Orchard, Cairnhill, River Valley), within Singapore's Core Central Region (CCR). The development was completed in 2011 and comprises 40 units. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
Overview & Key Facts
WILKIE STUDIO is a freehold condominium at WILKIE ROAD in District 9 (CCR), developed by CITY DEVELOPMENTS LTD, comprising 40 units, completed in 2011.
Location & Connectivity
WILKIE STUDIO is approximately 380m from Little India MRT station, with 17 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little India | North-East Line | 380m |
| Little India | Downtown Line | 380m |
| Rochor | Downtown Line | 560m |
| Dhoby Ghaut | North-South Line | 570m |
| Dhoby Ghaut | North-East Line | 570m |
| Dhoby Ghaut | Circle Line | 570m |
Schools & Education
18 schools within 2 km (5 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| LASALLE College of the Arts | Tertiary | 600m |
| ACS (Junior) | Primary | 660m |
| Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts | Tertiary | 770m |
| Singapore Management University | Tertiary | 780m |
| School of the Arts | JC | 940m |
| St. Margaret's Secondary School | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| St. Margaret's Primary School | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) | Primary | 1.4 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 1 | $1,892 psf | $1,650,000 |
| 3 BR | 4 | $1,759 psf | $2,024,722 |
| 4 BR | 1 | $1,544 psf | $2,808,000 |
Market Position
WILKIE STUDIO has recorded 6 sales at an average price of $2,092,815.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at WILKIE STUDIO 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | $4,220/mo | $1,650,000 | 3.07% | $256/mo |
| 3 BR | $5,574/mo | $2,024,722 | 3.30% | $275/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 3 | $1,689 psf | — |
| 2024 | 3 | $1,802 psf | ↑ 6.6% |
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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 0 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 40-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
Buyers most likely to be happy here: mrt-walkable commuters, long-term hold (10+ yr), freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units). Located ~383m from Little India MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
For yield-focused investors and foreign / absd-aware buyers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for multi-generational families and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. Larger unit configurations or dual-key layouts make this viable for 3-generation households.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
WILKIE STUDIO is a freehold development in District 9 (CCR), with 40 units, offering a gross yield of 2.8%.
Explore the full WILKIE STUDIO dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing WILKIE STUDIO against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Central Area — 4-room average $1,088,814 (320m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
- Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (960m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,200,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- WILKIE STUDIO 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: 6 transactions
- Rental data: 68 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Aug 2024 · 6 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats