RPS · Resale Project Scorecard
The Light @ Cairnhill — Grade C
RPS score 5.18/10 · D09 · Orchard, River Valley · 121 units · scored across 7 weighted factors — methodology published.
FH · Far East Organization · TOP 2004
Below-average project with notable weaknesses. Standout strengths: tenure. Key weaknesses: total returns, capital appreciation.
Factor breakdown
- Project's Historical Performance25% weight
- 2/10
- Primary School Effect20% weight
- 7/10
- Project Size16% weight
- 5/10
- MRT Proximity13% weight
- 7/10
- Rental Yield10% weight
- 3/10
- Tenure10% weight
- 10/10
- Future Transformation6% weight
- 4/10
Avg Ann. of +2.07% — bottom 11% within its 2004-era cohort. Weak capital appreciation, even when judged against vintage peers.
2 primary schools within 1km (nearest: ANGLO-CHINESE SCHOOL (JUNIOR) at 0.43km). Strong school proximity — a genuine advantage for young families.
121 units — boutique development. Lower transaction frequency and limited shared facilities.
0.66km from Somerset Mrt Stn (NS23) — short walk to MRT, good transport convenience.
Rental yield of 2.53% — below-average income return.
Freehold tenure — no lease decay concerns, preserves long-term value.
Limited future-catalyst exposure — nearest is Newton–Orchard mixed-use precinct at 0.76km, far enough that the impact on this project is modest.
Primary schools within 1km: Anglo-Chinese School (Junior), ST. Margaret's School (Primary).
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