Hudson Place Residences, a 327‑unit condo perched in Media Circle, District 5, is set to hit the market in May 2026 after a preview at the end of April. The joint venture of Qingjian Realty, Forsea Holdings and Hoovasun Holding has carved out a 99‑year leasehold on a mixed‑use podium that blends commercial space with residential towers. The total floor area clocks in at about 82,125 sq ft, sitting on a 7,629.7 sq m site that feels as compact as a hawker stall’s queue at lunch hour.
Hudson Place Residences, a 327‑unit condo in Media Circle, District 5, launches May 2026 after an April preview.
The development rides the One‑North wave, a knowledge‑worker hub that houses more than 50,000 tech talent in Biopolis, Fusionopolis and Mediapolis. Think of it as the COE market for talent—demand constantly rising, with a 5‑8 % annual growth forecast. Tenants like Netflix Asia HQ, HBO Asia and Ubisoft Singapore keep the area buzzing, and the government’s plans to expand Science Park and the Portsdown Road pedestrian zone only add fuel to the fire. Mixed‑use zoning in Media Circle now allows residential development within the One‑North boundaries, supporting live‑work‑play integration.
For a start‑up founder or a NUS graduate, the location is as tempting as a fresh plate of char kway teow at a late‑night hawker.
Pricing lands between $2,000 and $2,500 psf, meaning a typical two‑bedroom starts just over $1.4 M. Land cost was recorded at $1,037 psf ppr, which undercuts many D05 launches. Compared with nearby Bloomsbury Residences, Hudson Place is positioned as a premium offering, yet early‑bird pricing is expected to stay competitive. The developer’s pre‑launch buzz suggests 70 % of units could be snapped up on day one—akin to the rush for a limited‑edition kopi‑O during a rainy morning.
Amenities are a clear nod to the remote‑work crowd: a co‑working space tucked into the podium, a 50‑metre lap pool, fully equipped gym, sky terrace and children’s play area. Retail and F&B stretch along Portsdown Road promenade, while green corridors link to Kent Ridge Park and the Southern Ridges.
The pedestrian network ties directly to One‑North MRT, and upcoming upgrades—longer trains, a covered link to Science Park, and 150 bicycle parking spots—will make daily commutes smoother than a well‑timed MRT transfer.
From an investment lens, the condo rides a strong wave of structural demand from high‑income knowledge workers. Rental yields are projected to stay robust, buoyed by the constant influx of expats, start‑up founders and students. Singapore’s Government Land Sales program has been instrumental in strategically releasing sites like this to meet growing housing and commercial demand in high‑potential areas. In short, Hudson Place is a high‑value, well‑located option that feels as essential to the One‑North scene as a fresh batch of kaya toast on a weekend brunch.
Key takeaways
- Prime connectivity: 0.5 km to One‑North MRT, 0.8 km to Buona Vista, 15‑minute CBD ride.
- Pricing: $2,000‑$2,500 psf; units start just over $1.4 M.
- Demand: Strong, tech‑driven, comparable to a hawker queue at peak lunch.
- Amenities: Co‑working space, lap pool, sky terrace, retail promenade.
- Future upgrades: Dover MRT enhancements, cycling paths, pedestrianisation.
The development’s proximity to the Buona Vista MRT interchange further enhances its accessibility.
