The Robertson Opus sales gallery reportedly attracted over 3,000 visitors on the first preview weekend. A spokesperson for the consortium comprising Frasers Property and Sekisui House has stated that the strong interest came from both investors and homebuyers, with some looking to build intergenerational wealth and lasting legacies.
With prices starting from S$1.37 million, the sales bookings will commence on Saturday, 19 July 2025. If you’re among the thousands who are considering a unit at The Robertson Opus, here are the key insights and price analysis that might help you decide.
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A quick overview of The Robertson Opus
Set along Unity Street, The Robertson Opus sits within a short walk of Fort Canning MRT and the Singapore River. It’s surrounded by a dynamic stretch of riverside dining, cultural venues, and boutique galleries that have helped Robertson Quay maintain its charm over the years.
The development comprises five mid-rise residential blocks (up to 10 storeys), with 348 units across three curated collections (Premier, Luxury, and Legacy) along with a retail podium offering 26 lifestyle and F&B outlets. This isn’t a mega-scale project, but it focuses on offering well-integrated city living with wellness-centric design and biophilic elements.
Facilities span several levels, including a lush Oasis Court with cascading greenery, a 45-metre lap pool, fitness and kids’ areas, and a 240-metre rooftop “sky forest” with meditation lawns, communal gardens, and social pavilions.
The Robertson Opus is compact but cleverly designed, balancing intimacy and functionality in a mature, walkable enclave.
Read our in-depth review of The Robertson Opus for more project details and information.
What’s driving the interest?
The only 999-year launch in District 9 this year
Among all the Core Central Region (CCR) projects launching in 2025, The Robertson Opus stands out with its tenure. It’s the only 999-year leasehold launch not just in District 9 (River Valley/Orchard), but also across neighbouring District 10 and District 11 this year. In tightly held neighbourhoods like Robertson Quay, where most plots have already been developed or are leasehold, this makes the project uniquely positioned for buyers looking to hold for the long term or even for intergenerational legacy.
A lifestyle location that continues to evolve
Unlike some lifestyle districts that may have seen their appeal wane (think: Holland Village), Robertson Quay continues to thrive. Its mix of Michelin-starred restaurants, relaxed cafés, art spaces and greenery still feels authentic and unpretentious. You’re close enough to Orchard Road and the CBD, yet tucked away in a quieter, more liveable part of the city.
The nearby Clarke Quay precinct has recently undergone a makeover. The former Nan Chiau High School has been turned into New Bahru, a new lifestyle destination in River Valley. This rejuvenation will be further enhanced when Canninghill Piers and Union Square Residences are completed, as each of them will include yet another retail component within the project. The Robertson Opus benefits directly from this neighbourhood evolution, ensuring it isn’t just riding on past charm, but is part of what’s next.
A more accessible entry point into CCR living
The smallest units at The Robertson Opus start from 431 sqft, with prices from S$1.37 million. While compact, these efficient layouts bring down the overall quantum, opening up CCR ownership to a wider pool of buyers, including investors, singles, and young couples who might otherwise be priced out.
The price point is also below the recent new sales of similar compact units in the area. Hill House, a 999-year leasehold condo launched in 2022, has an identical unit size of 431 sqft, and those specific units have been transacting at an average of nearly S$1.5 million in 2025.
The Robertson Opus price analysis
The new launch comes with a wide selection of layouts, but the mix clearly hints at an investor-friendly approach. More than 40% of the development is made up of 2-bedroom units, which is a sweet spot for both rental yield and resale potential in the CCR. These 2-bedroom units are priced from S$2.17 million.
Indicative pricing guide
| Unit Type | Size (sqft) | Starting Price | PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suite (Studio) | 431 | S$1.37M | S$3,179 |
| 1-Bedroom | 495 | S$1.58M | S$3,192 |
| 2-Bedroom | 689 – 721 | S$2.17M | S$3,149 |
| 3-Bedroom | 926 – 1,044 | S$3.10M | S$3,348 |
| 3-Bedroom Premium | 1,152 | S$3.68M | S$3,194 |
| 4-Bedroom Premium | 1,539 | S$5.09M | S$3,307 |
Pricing for The Robertson Opus starts at S$3,149 psf, with an average expected to hover around S$3,228 psf. To do a price comparison, we have picked several nearby projects that were launched in recent years. Additionally, The Pier at Robertson will be added to the mix, though TOP-ed in 2006. This development is adjacent to The Robertson Opus and holds a freehold tenure instead of a leasehold.
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Price comparison with recent new launches in the area
| Development | Recent Avg. PSF (S$) | TOP | Tenure | Est. Price Gap |
| Union Square Residences | 3,226 | 2028 | 99 years | 0.1% |
| Hill House | 3,148 | 2026 | 999 years | 2.5% |
| Canninghill Piers | 2,893 | 2025 | 99 years | 11% |
| Riviere | 2,923 | 2022 | 99 years | 10% |
| The Pier at Robertson | 2,304 | 2006 | Freehold | 33% |
The Robertson Opus’ average price point is almost identical to Union Square Residences at Havelock Road, a luxury development by CDL that was launched last year. However, The Robertson Opus is superior in terms of tenure. Its 999-year lease could last for over 10 generations, and those intending to flip can rest easy regarding the lease decay matter. Compared to other nearby 99-year leasehold condos, such as Canninghill Piers and Riviere, The Robertson Opus’ price point is unsurprisingly higher.
It’s more relevant to compare Robertson Opus to the 999-year lease Hill House, also located within walking distance of Fort Canning MRT. We mentioned before that its smaller units have recently been selling above The Robertson Opus’ price for the studio units. Despite that, its project average turns out to be slightly lower. The Robertson Opus’ estimated average of S$3,228 psf is around 2.5% higher than Hill House’s current average price psf.
However, the 72-unit Hill House is almost 70% sold now, meaning available units are very limited and may not match specific buyers’ preferences. The Robertson Opus new launch, on the other hand, offers a wider range of options.
The Robertson Opus vs. The Pier @ Robertson
We think it might be useful to include The Pier at Robertson in this price comparison. After all, The Robertson Opus will be directly connected to the development via a pedestrian link. The Pier is a 19-year-old freehold development by CDL, obtaining TOP in 2006. Recent resale transactions at The Pier averaged S$2,304 psf, significantly lower (around 33%) than the expected average price of The Robertson Opus new launch.
Despite the big price gap, resale prices at The Pier have been showing excellent growth, especially in the last five years. The price growth rate (18.43%) outpaced the overall freehold and 999-year leasehold projects within the CCR (14.27%) by roughly 29%. (See the graph below.) That said, we might expect similar strong future appreciation for The Robertson Opus since they both share a location and similar tenure.
Active listings for The Pier at Robertson on 99.co show a price range of S$2,182 to S$2,988 psf, with varying unit sizes of up to 1,506 sqft. Prices start at S$1.48 million for a 678 sqft unit, which is similar in size to the smaller 2-bedroom at The Robertson Opus. Of course, these two projects are from different eras, and given the GFA harmonisation of newer projects, we should take the actual unit layouts into consideration instead of directly comparing unit sizes.
In this layout aspect, The Robertson Opus is winning with its flexibility. The new launch offers some practical dumbbell layouts that work well for extended families, and units with selected bedrooms that can be reconfigured to expand the communal areas.
Additionally, in terms of overall design and architecture, it’s not unexpected that the new launch project outshines its older neighbour. The Robertson Opus will be completed in the first half of 2029, and when it does, it will be more than two decades apart from The Pier @ Robertson.
Core Central Region (CCR) new launches in 2025
Looking at the broader CCR landscape, several new launches are anticipated throughout 2025. The 99-year leasehold W Residences – Marina View is reportedly launching this month at prices from S$2.1 million or approximately S$3,800 psf for its smallest units. The project scale is quite different compared to The Robertson Opus, hence the significant price gap. If you’re interested, we have done an in-depth review of W Residences new launch recently.
Despite that, Aurea and One Marina Gardens were launched earlier this year. Both were technically classified under the Rest of Central Region (RCR), but they were often considered as part of the CCR new launches due to their proximity to the CBD area. Aurea launched in March with an average price psf of S$3,005, while One Marina Gardens launched a month later in April, averaging at S$2,953 psf.
These price points of Aurea and One Marina Gardens are well below The Robertson Opus’ starting price psf of S$3,149, and we don’t think it’s unexpected. The Robertson Opus, with its prime location, boutique layout, and lush, walkable design, clearly targets a niche segment of buyers. These different concepts and offerings are what set it apart from the overall new launches expected in 2025.
Prospective buyers looking for new homes in the CCR can also consider Upperhouse @ Orchard, RiverGreen, as well as Skye at Holland. Each project offers strong MRT access to Orchard Boulevard (TE13), Great World (TE15), and Holland Village (CC21), respectively. However, the launch dates and pricing details of these upcoming new launches within the CCR are yet to be disclosed.
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About Ananda Bayu
Ananda has been wrangling Singapore's complex real estate trends into readable bites since 2020. She writes like she's explaining it to a friend over kopi — because who has time for jargon? When off the clock, she’s probably doom-scrolling through cat memes on X, convincing herself it's the highest tier of "creative inspiration".
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