District 23 entices visitors with its green suburbs and the Dairy Farm Walk fuses rainforest trails with suburban comfort. In Singapore’s western green belt, the area is home to 8% annual rate of resale growth as per the URA’s 2024-2025 index, beating the nation’s 5.2 percent average.
Launches in the near vicinity like The Botany at Dairy Farm were sold at 99% for S$2,026 psf which indicates a strong market demand despite a lack of supply. There was only one private development in the span of two years. A 99-year leasehold location here, covering the area of 235,526 square feet, was purchased at S$504.52 million (S$1,020 psf ppr) on January 20, 2025, outshining the prices by 23 percent. It sets the entry prices for Narra Residences at S$2,200-S$2,300 psf for 554 units which will generate 3.5-4 per cent gross rent from Hillview’s expat techs.
Connectivity Canvas
Rail and Road Synergy
Hillview MRT situated on the Downtown Line is just a 5-minute stroll away. It will take you into the CBD within 25 minutes, or Newton within 15 minutes. Bukit Panjang The LRT lines join easily, while CRL Phase 2 reduces Jurong commute times to around 18 minutes. BKE and PIE On-ramps are under 3 minutes away, which will reduce Orchard commutes to 10 minutes, and Changi by 30 minutes. EV-powered highways are in line with the area’s green feel, with light congestion and a calm atmosphere. The average delay for peak traffic is 5 minutes, while east’s average is 15.
Urban-Nature Bridge
Bukit Panjang Integrated Hub integrates the bus system, LRT, and retail and reduces the need for cars. HillV2 Mall is the hub for daily necessities: NTUC FairPrice, cafes and medical clinics in the vicinity of 800m. Rail Corridor trails link to downtown, without any traffic. It is ideal for cyclists. This is a matrix that shows 98 percent of occupancy for peers such as Dairy Farm Residences and Dairy Farm Residences, as well as Grab as well as Microsoft personnel.
School Spectrum
Primary Pathways
CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace Primary School and Bukit Panjang Primary are within 1km of each other, making it easier to get the odds of a Phase 1 election for residents of the area. Greenridge Primary adds options 2km away and is surrounded by secured underpasses. They boast 90% progression rates to the top secondary schools, as per MOE 2025 data.
Global and Secondary Choices
German European School Singapore (GESS), 430m off, caters expats with IB curriculum–enrollment up 20% in 2025. Assumption English as well as Pathway Schools, which are 15 minute bus rides, provide religious-based pathways. Secondary schools such as Greenridge (1.46km) as well as Zhenghua (2.42km) focus on STEM in line with the biotech boom at Hillview. The appeal of family members drives 40% of rental rentals and average tenures are 24 months.
Eco-Living Ethos
Sustainable Core
Solar panels and plants in vertical gardens cover facades, aiming for BCA Green Mark Gold. Rainwater systems water 70% of lawns. cutting costs to S$0.20 psf monthly. Native plant life within 2.18 acres boosts biodiversity. Dairy Farm Nature Park is located in the same area by 1,643 hectares of Bukit Timah Reserve trails for Jogging. Pathways that are permeable reduce urban temperatures by up to 4 degrees Celsius.
Wellness Weave
Infinity pools look out over forests. along with yoga pavilions in plant plots. The pet agility park and the bike sharing extend green accessibility. The construction phase begins in Q2 2026 and will include embedding low-VOC material. The eco-edge is eligible for S$5,000 to S$10,000 green rebates that will increase ROI in Singapore’s net zero move.
Market Tailwinds
Tenant Trends
District 23 has vacancies that fall to 3%, well below the national average of 5%, as per URA quarter 2 of 2025. 3 bedroom rents range from S$5500 to $5,500. driven by 12% tenant increase from tech companies. Inflows of expats up to 15% through GESS–props penthouse yields up to S$8,000 per month. The sales in The Botany rose 10% Year-to-date 2025.
Appreciation Anchors
S$1,020 psf ppr is less than Bukit Timah’s $1200 price, resulting in a 10-10% upside. Pipeline shortage -540 units opposed to 50,000 inhabitants– mirrors Dairy Farm’s index of 22% increase in 2022. VVIP Discounts reach 5% with 5percent booking costs.
Narra Residences Investment Edge: Connectivity, Schools & Eco-Living
Hillview’s rail network, the best primary options such as CHIJ and Gold-rated greens create a unique attraction. The 540 units launch February 2026. VVIP Previews in November 2025 unlock the e-plans and showsflats. Yields are 4.1 percent for S$1.6m 3-beds. connectivity reduces 20 minutes of journeys. Eco-perks–forest-view gyms, smart climate AI–slash costs, boost wellness. Security Biometric gates, drones security. With 8% increase in price as well as the more cautious portfolios.
Pinery Residences: Bustle Over Bliss in District 18’s Commerce Core
Pinery Residences crams 585 units in close proximity to Tampines malls as well as TPE. Its land price is $1,004 psf ppr is 3.8 percent, and comes with immediate MRT and hawker dining. School facilities are good, but green spaces aren’t as impressive as reserves. District 23 boasts a top rating for peace and calm, as well as global education.
Conclusion
Dairy Farm’s trails and top schools and fast linkages increase the value of 540 units. The S$2,200 psf start-up is riding an increase of 15% until 2030, as per URA patterns.
VVIP slots are filled–book showflats to earn three percent perks, before the February 2026’s rush. Get in on the west’s tranquil growth today.
