RPS · Resale Project Scorecard
Newton 18 — Grade C
RPS score 5.34/10 · D11 · Newton, Novena · 81 units · scored across 7 weighted factors — methodology published.
FH · Sim Lian Group · TOP 2002
Below-average project with notable weaknesses. Standout strengths: tenure, MRT access. Key weaknesses: project size, capital appreciation.
Factor breakdown
- Project's Historical Performance25% weight
- 2/10
- Primary School Effect20% weight
- 8/10
- Project Size16% weight
- 3/10
- MRT Proximity13% weight
- 9/10
- Rental Yield10% weight
- 3/10
- Tenure10% weight
- 10/10
- Future Transformation6% weight
- 5/10
Avg Ann. of +2.53% — bottom 18% within its 2002-era cohort. Weak capital appreciation, even when judged against vintage peers.
3 primary schools within 1km (nearest: ANGLO-CHINESE SCHOOL (JUNIOR) at 0.55km). Strong school proximity — a genuine advantage for young families.
81 units — very small project; niche product with thin resale market.
380m from Newton Mrt Stn (DT11) — direct, walk-in MRT access. Strong commuter appeal.
Rental yield of 2.76% — below-average income return.
Freehold tenure — no lease decay concerns, preserves long-term value.
Moderate future-catalyst exposure — nearest meaningful driver: Newton–Orchard mixed-use precinct at 0.38km. Some forward-looking tailwind, but the impact is more diffuse than for adjacent-zone projects.
Primary schools within 1km: Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), ST. Joseph's Institution Junior, Anglo-Chinese School (Primary).
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