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Hudson Place Residences<\/strong><\/a> is the newest condo to break ground in Media Circle amid the Greater one-north transformation. As many would agree, Media Circle is not a typical residential neighbourhood. This comes with several implications, including the absence of the upgrader base in the immediate vicinity that you can tap into as future resale buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But does that automatically make the project less viable from an investment perspective? How does the first-mover advantage influence the long-term value of Hudson Place Residences?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re still on the fence, these are likely the kinds of questions holding you back. Let\u2019s take a closer look and unpack the answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n

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Table of contents<\/h2>
  • A glance at the Greater one-north master plan<\/a><\/li>
  • Hudson Place Residences\u2019 positioning in Media Circle<\/a><\/li>
  • Price analysis: Is Hudson Place Residences attractively priced?<\/a><\/li>
  • Unit mix analysis: Which type is best for investment?<\/a><\/li>
  • Resale outlook for Hudson Place Residences<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    A glance at the Greater one-north master plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    As one of Singapore\u2019s key business parks, one-north has long been home to a strong mix of tech startups, biomedical firms, and research-driven companies. But the next phase of its growth looks set to be even more transformative, especially with plans for Singapore\u2019s first AI hub to be located here. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    With the country pushing towards an AI-led economy, this signals a new layer of demand and activity that could further elevate the area\u2019s relevance. Alongside this, the latest Master Plan outlines a clear shift towards a more balanced live-work-play environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    More housing is expected to be introduced, particularly in Dover-Medway and Mediapolis areas, supported by an increase in retail and dining options around. One example already in place is Geneo, a mixed-use development that opened in June 2023 near Kent Ridge MRT Station, bringing together office spaces with lifestyle offerings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    This push to inject more residential options in and around one-north has already taken shape. In 2025, three 99-year leasehold projects \u2014 Penrith, LyndenWoods, and Bloomsbury Residences \u2014 were launched in the area. Buyer response has been encouraging, with all three seeing healthy take-up rates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In particular, Penrith<\/a>, which benefits more from the established Queenstown, achieved an impressive 97% take-up rate at its launch in October 2025. Against this backdrop, Hudson Place Residences is likely to ride on similar market momentum, with expectations of steady interest from homebuyers and investors alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Hudson Place Residences\u2019 positioning in Media Circle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Hudson Place Residences sits within Mediapolis, one of the eight districts that make up one-north. Once dominated by business parks and office buildings, Mediapolis is gradually evolving into a more complete mixed-use precinct with a growing residential presence. With its car-lite planning approach, the area is also expected to offer a more laid-back and tranquil environment compared to the busier parts of one-north.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The 327-unit development is backed by a consortium comprising Qingjian Realty, Forsea Holdings, CYZ Land, and Jianan Capital. It marks the second of four planned residential plots in Mediapolis, all zoned for residential use with commercial space at the first storey. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    For Hudson Place Residences, the commercial component will eventually fall under the management of the MCST, which could help offset part of the estate\u2019s maintenance costs over time, while adding more daily convinince for residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The first project to launch in Media Circle was the 358-unit Bloomsbury Residences<\/a> in March 2025, also developed by a Qingjian-led consortium. At the time of writing, the development is about 85% sold, with average prices hovering around S$2,500 psf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Two more GLS sites remain in the pipeline, expected to yield about 1,000 units in total. Of these two, Media Circle Parcel B<\/a>, located just opposite Hudson Place Residences, drew attention when its tender closed in March 2025 without a single bid. This might suggest that developers are still calibrating demand and pricing expectations within this emerging residential pocket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    With its nature as a live-work-play district, the Media Circle cluster does create strong convenience for those working in one-north. The atmosphere for residents in general, however, could feel quieter and less lived-in outside office hours. This is something that may influence overall buyer demand today and, in turn, developer sentiment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Even so, Qingjian and its partners\u2019 move to secure the sites for both Bloomsbury and Hudson Place Residences points to an ambitious vision of shaping the future of Media Circle. It is quite similar to how GuocoLand has taken on a defining role in transforming Lentor Hills into a cohesive private residential enclave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Not within walking distance to one-north MRT station<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    It is also worth noting that all four planned developments in Media Circle are not within walking distance of the one-north MRT station. Hudson Place Residences itself sits approximately 1.04 km away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    To further improve accessibility, the developers will provide a complimentary shuttle service to the MRT station for the first year after TOP. Any continuation of the shuttle service thereafter will be subject to the future MCST\u2019s decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    While this distance to the MRT may seem like a drawback in terms of investment, it does not determine future resale performance. Developments like Twin Vew in Clementi and Treasure at Tampines have still achieved healthy returns despite their lack of immediate access to MRT, and it is largely due to their attractive entry pricing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Read more: Hudson Place Residences to benefit from the Greater one-north transformation<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Price analysis: Is Hudson Place Residences attractively priced?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    Hudson Place Residences\u2019 price analysis is arguably the most important discussion here. With Qingjian and its partners setting the benchmark for new private homes in Media Circle, it is less likely that their own projects will end up competing directly against one another. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Hudson Place Residences, however, is expected to launch at a lower starting point than the current pricing benchmark set by Bloomsbury Residences, partly due to the lower land acquisition cost for the development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Indicative prices at Hudson Place Residences are expected to start from above:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • S$1.4 million for a 2-bedroom unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • S$2 million for a 3-bedroom unit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • S$2.7 million for a 4-bedroom unit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      In PSF terms, this translates to around S$2,200 psf and above, which is still noticeably below the recent S$2,500\u2013S$2,600 psf transactions seen at Bloomsbury Residences. Within the context of the emerging Media Circle enclave, this positions Hudson Place Residences as a relatively attractive entry point for buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      There is also a timing advantage at play. Future launches in the area are likely to come in at higher price points, driven by rising land costs. Buyers entering Hudson Place Residences now are effectively getting in earlier, before these higher benchmarks filter through the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      A clear example sits nearby in the Dover-Medway area. In March 2026, another Qingjian-led consortium secured the Dover Drive GLS<\/a> site at about S$1,556 psf ppr<\/a>. In comparison, the Hudson Place Residences site was acquired just a year earlier at S$1,037 psf ppr. That is a significant gap of around 50%, which highlights how quickly land values in this part of Singapore have moved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Comparison with Kent Ridge and Buona Vista condos<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

      Realistically, if you are considering Media Circle as a location, chances are you are also looking at the wider Kent Ridge and Buona Vista area. The same comparison will likely be made by your future resale buyer as well. As such, understanding how Hudson Place Residences compares against nearby developments is important in evaluating its investment appeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      One key benchmark is LyndenWoods<\/a>, which sits right beside Kent Ridge MRT with direct sheltered access to the station. Closer to Buona Vista, newer projects such as One-North Eden<\/a>, Blossoms by the Park<\/a>, and The Hill @ One-North<\/a> all benefit from walking distance access to Buona Vista and\/or one-north MRT stations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Given its relatively weaker MRT connectivity, Hudson Place Residences will likely need to differentiate itself through pricing. In other words, it has to position itself as the more affordable option compared to these nearby developments. Below is the PSF range of these projects over the past 12 months:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Project<\/strong><\/td>No of Units<\/strong><\/td>TOP<\/strong><\/td>PSF Range (S$)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
      Lyndenwoods<\/td>343<\/td>2029<\/td>2,192 – 2,700<\/td><\/tr>
      One North Eden<\/td>165<\/td>2025<\/td>2,312 – 2,467<\/td><\/tr>
      Blossoms by the Park<\/td>274<\/td>2029<\/td>2,248 – 2,489<\/td><\/tr>
      The Hill @ One-North<\/td>142<\/td>2027<\/td>2,160 – 2,528<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
      Source: URA, 99.co<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n