Is Newport Residences the best entry into the CBD — or are buyers overpaying for a freehold label? With its Anson Road address, CDL development, and mixed-use concept, it looks like the perfect urban professional’s play. In this breakdown, we challenge the surface-level appeal and ask the harder question: Is Newport going to be the best entry into the CBD?
Expert insights: Could Newport Residences be the right fit for you?
In this video, we unpack what buyers should consider when evaluating CBD launches:
- Freehold sounds premium — but who actually pays a premium for it at resale?
- Who your future exit buyer really is
- How nearby leasehold competition shapes the pricing benchmark going forward
- Who Newport Residences is not for
We also dive into a key insight: Newport is the only new freehold project in the CBD — and every confirmed future GLS site in and around the area is 99-year leasehold. That means the freehold premium isn’t just a talking point today; it compounds over time as newer leasehold projects continue to launch at similar or higher PSFs.
If we enter without understanding the supply picture, we may underestimate just how rare Newport’s position actually is.
By the end of the video, you’ll know exactly who Newport Residences is right for. We break down the competition, the freehold premium debate, and what really drives long-term value in the CBD — so you can make a smarter decision.
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Legal Disclaimer: This video and article are for educational and informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, legal, tax, or professional advice. The content does not take into account your specific objectives, financial situation, or particular needs and should not be treated as a recommendation or advice to buy, sell, or hold any property or financial product. All figures, returns, yields, and scenarios presented are illustrative only, based on simplified assumptions and historic ranges, and are subject to change with market conditions, policies, and individual circumstances. They are not forecasts, targets, or guarantees of performance. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Before making any decision, readers should seek independent advice from licensed financial, legal, tax, and real estate professionals and verify the latest regulations and policies with the relevant authorities
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About Ros Salleh
My experience in the Real Estate Industry dates back to 1998, when my priority was and still is to serve my clients with integrity and making sure their satisfaction comes first. It is also important to me that my clients are able to afford their dream home. Contact me at 91384388 for a free consultation
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