If you follow real estate agents on social media, you might have noticed that recently, a fair number of them have been hyping up a new Toa Payoh development that’s launching this weekend. Enter The Orie━the first private condo launch of 2025, whose showflat attracted over 8,000 visitors on its first weekend of public viewing on 3 January 2025.
If those opening weekend numbers are anything to go by, demand is expected to be skyhigh when sales begin this weekend. We break down all the details available, and what you need to consider if you are planning to head down to try your luck.
The Orie━first condo project in Toa Payoh in 8 years
Image credit: City Developments Limited
Located in the heart of Toa Payoh, The Orie is a brand new 99-year leasehold condo that’s expected to TOP in 2030. It’s located along Lorong 1A Toa Payoh, sitting on the plot which used to house the former Police Security Command building.
The development will comprise 777 residential units spread across two 40-storey blocks, and will also boast a wide range of 40 lifestyle facilities such as a grand function room, 50m lap pool, spa cove, tennis court, gym, and more.
Image credit: CDL
Paying homage to the rich heritage of Toa Payoh, The Orie will also have a Dragon Playland, featuring the dragon-design playground that is an iconic Toa Payoh landmark.
The muscle behind The Orie is also pretty impressive━City Developments (CDL), Frasers Property and Japanese developer Sekisui House. Their portfolios include some well-known residential and commercial properties in Singapore, and so you can be assured of the quality of the flats at The Orie.
“We are excited to usher in the New Year with the launch of The Orie, the first private residential launch in Toa Payoh in over eight years,” said Mr Sherman Quek, Group Chief Executive Officer of CDL. “Nestled in the vibrant and highly sought-after Toa Payoh estate, homebuyers will benefit from its central location and excellent connectivity. Together with our two esteemed partners who are leading developers in their own rights, we have collectively pushed to realise our vision for bold architectural and landscape design complemented with thoughtful and sustainable features.”
How much are units at The Orie?
Here’s what we know about the indicative starting prices of units:
- 1-bedroom plus study (517sqft): $1.28m
- 2-bedroom (592sqft): $1.48M
- 3-bedroom (850sqft): $2.09M
- 4-bedroom (1,216sqft): $2.92M
- 5-bedroom with private lift (1,453sqft): $3.48M
The average price per square foot (psf) is about $2,359, which can be considered fairly pricey, but that’s because of the attractive location as well as being a new private condo launch in a mature estate like Toa Payoh. In terms of unit mix, 50% of units at The Orie are 1-bedder (78 units) and 2-bedder (310 units) layouts.
As a basis for comparison, other recently-launched condos such as Emerald of Katong launched units at around $2,344psf and eventually reached $2,651psf, while Chuan Park started at $2,214psf and ended with $2,579psf. WIth The Orie’s starting price of $2,359psf, there is a possibility that it might pass $2,600psf, depending on demand this launch weekend.
Image credit: The Orie
Before The Orie, the last private condo launch in Toa Payoh was Gem Residences, which was launched at an average selling price of $1,426psf. Since then, the highest resale price that it’s clocked was $2,082psf, when a 4-bedder unit was sold for $2.6M in September 2024. So yes, The Orie is priced competitively, but we expect units to move fairly quickly without much resistance, given that The Orie is newer, has a fresher lease, and has a more efficient unit layout.
Each unit comes with quality fittings by leading brands such as Hansgrohe, Duravit, De Dietrich and Samsung, along with smart home features such as a digital lock, smart air conditioning and lighting controls and also security camera.
Residents will also enjoy the benefits of in-house Residential Services, which will offer perks such as parcel collection, laundry and transport bookings and even handling catering and restaurant reservations━just like a hotel concierge.
Interestingly, the unit orientation at The Orie is also quite ideal. All units will be either North- or South-facing, which means that you won’t get direct morning and afternoon sunlight. To put this simply, your home won’t be too warm. The maximum distance between the two blocks is over 40m, so there will be a good amount of privacy too.
Origami-inspired design
Image credit: CDL
If you’ve wondered about the name of this new condo, it’s derived from the Japanese word origami━as such, the design features origami-like folds and distinct angular expressions, forming a dynamic modern silhouette. Conceptualised by ADDP Architects, the overall architectural and landscape design follows a layout of layered greenery and spatial zones across different tiers.
Youth and vibrancy in Singapore’s quintessential heartland
One of the key draws of The Orie has to be its central location. Classified under the Rest of Central Region (RCR) in Singapore, accessibility is the name of the game, with the whole of Singapore an easy travel away.
Another highlight of The Orie’s location is that Braddell MRT Station, the closest to the development, is just a short 5-minute walk away. It’s also a short bus ride away from the Toa Payoh Integrated Transport Hub, which hosts Toa Payoh MRT Station as well as a bus interchange. If you drive, the PIE and CTE expressways are not too far away, and these routes will also be connected to the future North-South Corridor.
Image credit: The Orie
One of the key audiences that will likely seriously consider The Orie are families with young children. Toa Payoh has quite a wide variety of schools catering to different age groups, such as Pei Chun Public School, CHIJ Toa Payoh, First Toa Payoh, Kheng Cheng, as well as the many preschool and childcare centres around the estate. Otherwise, there are also brand name schools, like Raffles Institution and St Joseph’s Institution International, in neighbouring estates.
For healthcare facilities, you have the main Toa Payoh Polyclinic and Tan Tock Seng Hospital, while other specialist hospitals like Mount Alvernia, Mount Elizabeth and Thomson Medical Centre are not too far away.
The Orie will also be at the forefront of the next chapter of Toa Payoh. Even though it is indeed a very mature estate, there are plans to rejuvenate the estate with things such as a new sporting and lifestyle development, residential projects, with more in the pipeline. This will increase Toa Payoh’s desirability in the long term.
Artist’s impression of the Toa Payoh Integrated Development.
Image credit: ActiveSG Circle
For example, the government recently announced the launch of the Toa Payoh Integrated Development (TPID). Set to open in 2030, the integrated development will house sporting facilities such as swimming pools, indoor sports halls, futsal and netball courts, gyms and more, including a 10,000-seater football stadium. Apart from being a home for national sports athletes, its aim is to also promote active living, sport and exercise, and residents of The Orie will undoubtedly benefit from it being located nearby. The TPID will also function as a community destination with a new community library.
Is The Orie a good investment option?
The short answer is definitely yes.
In terms of capital appreciation, the value of units at The Orie will certainly rise post launch, because of the novelty and exclusivity that it offers. After all, it is the first private condo launch in Toa Payoh in over 8 years, so prospective homebuyers would be attracted to it as it offers a rare chance to live in a brand new development in a mature estate. Plus, condos in Toa Payoh are in relatively short supply, and The Orie is only the fifth condo development in the entire estate.
The potential rental demand for units should be quite healthy as well. Being located next to Braddell MRT Station gives residents easy access to common office locations like Orchard, Raffles Place and Marina Bay along the North-South Line.. Even if you drive, they’re not too far away either. Smaller 1- and 2-bedder units will be a popular option for rental as well, as singles might be interested in renting a space of their own that’s still close enough to their parents.
The Orie is 2025’s first condo launch
Image credit: The Orie
On the back of a very robust lineup of condo launches last year, there is lots of buzz with The Orie. Many real estate agents, property watchers, and homeowners will be observing with great interest how the launch weekend will go. If The Orie hits the market in the same way as past launches like Chuan Park, Emerald of Katong or even Amo Residences, then you can be sure that many of the smaller 1- and 2-bedroom units will be sold on its opening weekend.
Sales bookings will officially commence this weekend, on Saturday 18 January. In the meantime, if you’re interested to find out more or have a walkthrough of how units look like, you can visit The Orie’s showflat and sales gallery located along Toa Payoh West, near Caldecott MRT Station.
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Cover image adapted from: The Orie
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