If you haven’t already heard of it – Kopar at Newton is District 9’s Newest Cool Block with a terrific location. The latest District 9’s most affordable condominium is right where some of the most luxurious homes sit, without over-the-top prices.

The project was first launched in early 2020 and is conveniently on a 125,326 sqft of land at Newton Kampung Java, the Core Central Region of Singapore. A major plus point for this project is its location, as its accessibility and proximity to Orchard Road and the city makes it a practical location to settle in.

As Newton is known as a prime location for the more luxurious projects, condominiums in this location are highly sought after. With the addition of Kopar at Newton, families and investors are sure to find value for their bucks as this project provides a full lifestyle and family-focused experience.

As with its value, the project’s appeal is only expected to increase with nearby amenities present like the Novena medical cluster, CBD, and Orchard Road – making it an eye-catching project to homebuyers and investors.

Project Details

Facilities

Condo Facilities Site Plan

With Kopar at Newton, you can expect a holistic experience with a comprehensive collection of facilities across its three main pillars – Stella, Aura and Vita. Each aimed at fulfilling the needs of different aspects at the residence, there is plenty of space at the sanctuary to fulfil the leisure needs of all residents here.

Stella

At one of the main pillars designed to cater for residents’ social aspects – Stella is a space housing a 38-m clubhouse with floor-to-ceiling windows. The space comprises The Connoisseur, a high-end gourmet kitchen with dining room, fully equipped with a wine bar and state-of-the-art appliances.

Here, you have the flexibility to host any events according to your needs and accommodate guests in an open kitchen setting. In fact, the kitchen is equipped enough for hosts to hire private chefs to make full use of the venue for a private and pleasant dining experience.

At The Courtyard in the same space, a relaxing atmosphere ensues. Guests can bask in warm light over contemporary-themed bar tables and stools to sip cocktails or enjoy a quiet conversation while watching the younger ones play on the open lawn.

Aura

Next, cue the wellness aspect for residents at this luxurious project. At the Aura Zone, a lush, green, and subtle design quickly sweeps you away for a long, relaxing trip. Here you get to pamper yourselves and find that you are too spoilt for choice with facilities like the Steam Room, Hydrotherapy Pool, a Relaxation Deck, Microbubble Spa, Hot and Cold Spa Pool and a Massage Room.

Also overlooking all these facilities is a Zen Garden and a posh service for manicures or pedicures at the Nail Salon. And if all these facilities are not what you’re looking for, consider a quiet Zen time for yourself at the secluded Meditation Lawn, perfect for yoga.

For residents who are looking at activities which are more upbeat in nature, there is the Playground, BBQ pit areas and a full-sized Tennis Court.

Vita

Alas, there is Vita – where all the pools are. The breath-taking 50m Infinity-Edge Lap Pool is the centre here, flanked by the Relaxation Pools and Sun Decks, a smaller Reflective Pool. And in a separate area lies the Kids’ Pool overlooking the Picnic Lawn, cabanas, a larger Jolly Pavilion and Kids’ Party Pavilion.

This is where developers thought it through to bring families together. The picnic lawn is certainly a place to mingle and have fun while kids enjoy their time at the surrounding children’s facilities – making family time inclusive and fun for all.

List of Facilities

– Zen garden
– Aura gourmet pavilion (Estimated surface area 50 sqm)
– Herbs garden
– Infinity-edge lap pool (Estimated surface area 500 sqm)
– Relaxation pool (Estimated surface area 95 sqm)
– Sun deck
– Water deck
– Reflective pool
– Picnic lawn
– Kid’s pool (Estimated surface area 100 sqm)
– Jolly pavilion (Estimated surface area 35 sqm)
– Kid’s party pavilion (Estimated surface area 50 sqm)
– Forest walk
– Cabana
– Tennis court
– Playground
– Play pavilion (Estimated surface area 15 sqm)
– Vita gourmet pavilion (Estimated surface area 50 sqm)
– Garden cabin
– Garden alcove
– Bicycle park
– Parcel station

Accessibility and Convenience

The actual site of Kopar at Newton is located right on the city fringe and offers easy connectivity according to the site map. Connecting users to the Newton MRT station, the residences is also well within walking distance to Newton Food Centre and other amenities.

When it comes to connectivity, this is where Kopar at Newton stands out. The project’s affordable plus points without compromising on luxury and quality living allows residents to get the best out of their new home.

If you are looking at affordability in a higher end neighbourhood, Kopar at Newton offers both luxury living with easy connectivity for transportation. The residence sits at a 5 to 6-minute walk from the Newton MRT station. This makes for easy commute to the city or downtown – especially locations like Orchard Road, Marine Bay and more.

For bus commute, there are four nearby bus stops for easy public access.

In terms of schools, there are a selection of top schools in the area from the Chinese School (Junior), Anglo Chinese School (Primary) to St. Joseph’s Institution Junior, all of them are well within 1km to Kopar at Newton. This makes it extremely convenient for parents with school-going children.

In terms of food and beverage, selection is aplenty with the Newton Food Centre just 210m away – right opposite with a 5-min walk across the road. Here, the food centre itself serves abundant options. If you want a change, consider the Pek Kio Market and Food Centre serving hearty plates of hawker food, which is 1.1km away.

Nearby Amenities

Site Plan and Unit Layout

The new launch at Newton comprises a total of 378 units, across 2 residential blocks.

Views Facing Northeast

Looking at the site plan, there are a total of 17 stacks from stack 1 to stack 17. Of the total, 10 stacks faces Northeast , which overlooks Kampong Java Road and the iconic Rochor River with a skyscraper view.

Stacks that face Northeast – Stacks 2 to 6 and 11 to 17

The stacks above will have the view of Novena city overlooking high storey buildings including residences, office tower, and shopping mall.

– Chui Huay Lim Teochew
– The Atelier
– Rochelle @Newton
– Trilight
– Newton Life Church
– United Square Office Tower
– United Square Shopping Mall

Views Facing Southwest

Seven stacks will be facing Southwest. Southwest has a better view as there are no buildings nearby, hence stacks that facing southwest will have an unblocked view. From Southwest, residents will be able to spot the bustling Orchard City as well.

Stacks that face Southwest – Stacks 1 , 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 , 16 , 17.

Some of the views from Kopar At Newton:

– Newton Food Court
– Newton MRT Station
– Anglo Chinese Junior School
– Goodwood Park
– Orchard Scotts
– Goodwood Residences

Unit Distribution

As shown in the picture, there is an allocation of 378 units in total and 79% of units are ALREADY SOLD. Comparatively, the chart above shows the allocation of each unit in details:

Floor Finishes

Electrical Appliance

Floor Plan

1-Bedroom Unit

The first walk-in past the kitchenette will lead you to the dining room, living room and balcony. The master bedroom and bathroom are on the right side of the walkway. Type A allocation stacks are stack 4, 5 and stack 14.

They face Northeast, which will be overlooking Kampong Java Road and the iconic Rochor River with a skyscraper view with a view of Chui Huay Lim Teochew, The Atelier and some of the surrounding residences.

Other than city view, they overlook facilities at Kopar at Newton as well. For stacks 4 and 5, they are facing the entrance of Kopar at Newton while stack 14 overlooks the Vita-themed facilities where all the pools are. The breath taking 50m Infinity-Edge Lap Pool is the star here and it is flanked by the Relaxation Pools and Sun Decks.

The entry price for type A is $ 1,366,000 with a price range of $ 2,642 – $ 2,930 per sqft. Price increments for each floor would be around $ 10,000 – $ 11,000 and the overall price difference for 1 bedroom could go up to $149,000 when comparing the lowest and highest floor unit.

There is only one option on selecting the layout design. Stacks 4 and 5 are recommended to buyers and investors as the view is slightly better than stack 14.

2-Bedroom Unit

The picture above shows the 2-bedroom units – Type 2C1 (614 sqft) and Type 2D1b (689 sqft). Entry prices are different for each 2-bedroom unit:

Some of the Type 2C1 of stack 9 facing southwest has an unblocked view and is able to spot Newton Food Court, Newton MRT Station, Goodwood Park and most importantly the facilities of Kopar at Newton – Steam Room, Hydrotherapy Pool, a Relaxation Deck, Microbubble Spa. Whereas other Type 2C1 units at stack 12 faces northeast which spots city views and the facilities together with Type 2D1b at stack 13.

The picture above shows the classic bedroom and deluxe bedroom. Classic bedrooms come in a dumbbell layout where rooms are located at either side of the house. Deluxe bedroom comes with a square layout. The kitchenette, dining and living is in the same elongated area, and all the bedrooms and bathrooms are at the left side of the walkway. Both classic and deluxe bedrooms come with a double gallery open kitchen.

Type 2D1b has a bigger unit area compared to Type 2C1. But in terms of space, Type 2C1 has more advantages. Because of the liveable space and circulation, kitchen, and bedrooms in Type 2C1 are bigger compared to other units. Although so, Type 2C1 is not necessarily the best option here as the base unit area that Type 2D1b has equips it with a bigger usable area. This makes the latter more space-efficient compared to other units. For example, Type 2D1b has an additional bathroom that the other two bedrooms lack.

Currently, the 2-bedroom units are very welcoming with two different layout – dumbbell and square layout. It provides options for buyers depending on their own preferences.

For Type 2C1 prices, increment for every floor would be from $ 12,000 – $ 13,000 and the overall price difference for 2-bedroom classic units could hit $ 95,000 when comparing the lowest and highest floor unit.

As for Type 2D1b prices, increment for every floor would be from $ 12,000 – $ 13,000 and the overall price difference for 2-bedroom deluxe units could hit $ 49,000 when comparing the lowest and highest floor unit.

Overall, Type 2C1 is highly recommended as it has a dumbbell layout with lower entry price. The amount of bathrooms may be a concern for investor. But here, it should still be popular as tenants will likely rent based on the accessibility, convenience, and the rental price. Another reason Type 2C1 is recommended is because it’s 2 different stacks provides 2 different views.

3-Bedroom Unit

For 3 bedroom units, there are only one type of unit left which is Type 3D2. Type 3D2 allocation stacks are stack 2 and stack 7.

Stack 2 faces northeast spotting city views. All stack 2 unit’s balconies are built facing northwest, overlooking facilities.

Stack 7 faces southwest direction with an unblocked view and is able to spot Newton Food Court, Newton MRT Station, Goodwood Park and some of the facilities.

Type 3D2 has a square layout with a huge double galley kitchen and master bedroom. The bedroom comes with a walk-in wardrobe in its master bedroom together with a bathroom. Here, even though it has a walk in wardrobe, space is still aplenty. Those who want to fully utilise the master bedroom can simply add some tables and chair to create a small working place or leisure space.

Other than these area, there is something interesting in this layout that other units lack – a household shelter. From the picture above, the wall around the household shelter is very thick as it is meant to protect residents during an emergency.

For price increments, prices for each floor would be around $ 15,000 – $ 16,000. The overall price difference for 3-bedroom deluxe units would’ve gone up to $ 46,000 when comparing the lowest and highest floor unit.

For buyers interested in a decent 3 bedroom unit, Type 3D2 is probably the only choice available right now.

4-Bedroom Unit

The above shows the 4-bedroom deluxe units – Type 4D1 (1604 sqft) and Type 4D2a (1528 sqft). There is difference entry price for 4 bedrooms:

Type 4D1 faces southwest with an unblocked view towards the city and facilities. Type 4D1 is a square unit as the walkway from the entrance leads to the left the bedroom, bathroom, kitchen is at.

Type 4D2a faces northeast which spots the city views and some of the facilities. Type 4D2a is of a dumbbell layout because the dining, living area and kitchen is located at the opposite side of all the bedrooms and bathroom.

The merging of the dining and living space in front the entrance allows families to enjoy leisure and entertainment activities together whilst having their meals. Otherwise, it can be set up as a meeting space, with the use of the living room’s television as a projector for document sharing and screening.

Both units have the same number of bedrooms and bathrooms. The master bathroom is able to fit a bathtub, which means it is spacious yet conducive.

In terms of kitchen, there is an open dry kitchen and an enclosed wet kitchen. Comparing the kitchen sizes, Type 4D1 has a bigger kitchen size (dry and wet) compared to other units. Along the walk way to the kitchen, it leads to the yard and household shelter area.

For prices, increment for every floor would be from $ 18,000 – $ 20,000 and the overall price difference for 4 bedroom units could hit $ 447,000 when comparing the lowest and highest floor unit.

Type 4D1 is highly recommended for buyers based on the low entry price with a bigger unit size.

Secondly, for those buyer that having a permanent helper in the house. The yard area they have are big enough to replace the yard area by adding on a bed to become a utility room for the helper.

5-Bedroom Unit

The 5-bedroom luxury unit is the only 5 bedroom unit in this project. Type 5L1 is at stack 1. But the view isn’t facing to southwest like at stacks 7 and 8. This is because all the balconies at stacks 1 are facing northwest with the facilities and city views.

From the picture above, there is a dry kitchen with an island in front of the entrance. The right side of the walkway leads to all the bedrooms, bathrooms, dining area and living area. As for the opposite side of the walkway, it leads to the kitchen and yard.

There are 3 bedrooms connected with the bathroom which is its master bedroom, junior suite, and bedroom 5. This is suitable for a big family with 5 family members or more.

The entry price for Type 5L1 is $ 4,096,000 with a price range of $ 2,252 – $ 2,275 per sqft. Price increment for each floor would be around $ 20,000 – $ 29,000 and the overall price difference for 5-bedroom could go up to $473,000 when comparing the lowest and highest floor unit.

Penthouse Unit

The picture above shows the 3-bedroom deluxe penthouse units – Type 3D5-PH (1614 sqft) and 3D6-PH (1593 sqft). Entry prices are different for each 3-bedroom unit:

Both unit faces northeast which spots city views and the facilities. Units are within a dumbbell layout. The kitchenette, dining and living room is in the same elongated area. Here, the first walk-in past the dry kitchen leads to the living room and balcony. The right side of the walkway is where the wet kitchen and store is, and the bedroom and bathroom are on the opposite side of the walkway.

In terms of comparison between the two units, the only difference is that the walk-in wardrobe and master bathroom in Type 3D5-PH is slightly bigger than Type 3D6-PH. Overall, both unit types are similar in which Type 3D6-PH is recommended to buyers.While Type 3D5-PH is bigger compared to Type 3D6-PH, the difference here is only 21 sqft, which would barely make a difference considering a cost difference of $ 100,000 – which can be used instead on renovating the property.

Future Direction for Buyers & Investors

Health City Novena

With the upcoming Integrated Medical Hub (Health City Novena) expected to be complete by 2030, it is forecasted that housing prices in the area will most likely increase.

This development will incorporate a range of hospital and healthcare facilities such as Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Mount Elizabeth Novena and many other healthcare related to create a better healthcare system.

One of the purposes for the Health City Novena development is to draw medical tourists and businesses across the region to help in growing the population. This in turn helps in growing Newton/Novena as a coveted address.

Once the Health City Novena is complete, working opportunities are expected to increase, bringing in more population to the area. And once the population increases, the demand for housing in that area will spike.

Location

Throughout the analysis, Kopar at Newton is at a central and strategic place where its value could increase depending on the demand of housing price, purchasing and many others.

District 9 and its proximity to the Newton MRT station make it an obvious draw for potential tenants. In fact, there is already a strong catchment of tenants in the area, and the development of Health City Novena will significantly increase housing demand in the future.

About The Developer

CEL Development Pte Ltd (CEL) is one of the most locally renowned developer producing the Kopar at Newton project. CEL focuses solely on investment and property development, though being a division under the larger umbrella Chip Eng Seng Corporation Ltd, a reputable property and construction group.

The group’s emphasis on quality through efficient, advanced technology with on-hand experts managed to win them the Investors’ Choice Awards among other accolades in the past. Over the years, the group successfully produced an impressive number of homes in Singapore.

In addition, other than Singapore, CEL Development is also heavily involved in oversea markets such as Australia and Vietnam.

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Conclusion

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