Two very different 2027 launches
Early 2027 is shaping up to bring several large new launches to Singapore's north and north-east. Two of the most talked-about are One Chuan Grove at Lorong Chuan (District 19) and Chencharu Central Residences at Khatib, Yishun (District 27). Both are 99-year leasehold projects of several hundred units on government land sold in 2025, and both are targeting a preview in the first quarter of 2027.
Beyond that, they are quite different. One Chuan Grove is a city-fringe family condo near the Circle Line and popular schools. Chencharu Central Residences is a mixed-use project built above a bus interchange, hawker centre and retail in Yishun's newest estate, at what is expected to be a lower price point. This guide compares them side by side.
At a glance
| One Chuan Grove | Chencharu Central Residences | |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Chuan Grove, off Lorong Chuan (D19) | Chencharu Close, Yishun (D27) |
| Developer | Sing Holdings and Sunway Developments | Evia Real Estate, Gamuda Land and Ho Lee Group |
| Land sold by | URA (two GLS sites, 2025) | HDB (one mixed-use site, September 2025) |
| Tenure | 99-year leasehold | 99-year leasehold |
| Homes | About 1,056 | About 875 |
| Blocks | 5 towers, about 24 to 27 storeys | Reported as 11 blocks of 12 storeys (TBC) |
| Unit types | 1- to 5-bedroom, about 474 to 1,561 sq ft | 2- to 5-bedroom, about 527 to 1,389 sq ft (preliminary) |
| Commercial | About 7 shops and a childcare centre | Bus interchange, hawker centre, retail and supermarket |
| Land price | About S$1.33 billion; S$1,331 to S$1,376 psf ppr | About S$1.012 billion; S$980 psf ppr |
| Analyst price estimates | About S$2,600 to S$2,800 psf | About S$2,200 to S$2,500 psf |
| Nearest MRT | Lorong Chuan CC14, about 500 m | Khatib NS14, about a 5 to 7 minute walk |
| Target preview | 1Q 2027 (TBC) | 1Q 2027 (TBC) |
Figures are from URA and HDB tender results and published reports. Price estimates are analysts' views, not developer prices.
Price and land cost
The clearest difference is cost. One Chuan Grove's land cost of about S$1,331 to S$1,376 psf ppr is roughly 40% higher than Chencharu's S$980 psf ppr. That gap is reflected in analysts' expectations: around S$2,600 to S$2,800 psf for One Chuan Grove versus around S$2,200 to S$2,500 psf for Chencharu Central Residences.
On a 1,000 sq ft three-bedroom unit, a difference of S$400 psf would mean about S$400,000 in price, plus higher stamp duty and a larger loan. For many HDB upgraders, that difference decides the choice. Use the stamp duty calculator to compare your own numbers.
Location and lifestyle
One Chuan Grove: city fringe, quiet surroundings
Lorong Chuan sits between Bishan, Serangoon and Serangoon Gardens, with the CTE alongside. It suits buyers who want a calmer setting that is still close to the city, and access to Bishan, NEX and Serangoon Gardens' food scene. See the location guide.
Chencharu Central Residences: everything downstairs
Chencharu is a new 70-hectare HDB estate planned around a park, a bus-only corridor and car-lite streets. The development itself includes an air-conditioned bus interchange, a hawker centre and retail. It suits buyers who want daily conveniences at their doorstep and are happy to be further from the city, with Northpoint City and Yishun's amenities nearby.
Transport
One Chuan Grove is on the Circle Line, one stop from the North-South Line at Bishan and the North-East Line at Serangoon, making it easy to reach Orchard, the CBD, Paya Lebar and one-north. Chencharu Central Residences is near Khatib on the North-South Line, with a direct ride to Orchard and Raffles Place, plus the bus interchange downstairs. For a CBD commute, both work; for trips across the island, the Circle Line gives One Chuan Grove more flexibility. See our Lorong Chuan MRT guide.
Schools
One Chuan Grove's 1 km ring is estimated to include St. Gabriel's Primary, Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary and CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel, which are popular with families. Chencharu is served by schools in Yishun and Khatib; check distances on OneMap once the address is confirmed. If schools are your priority, see schools near One Chuan Grove.
Unit mix
One Chuan Grove includes compact one-bedroom units from about 474 sq ft, which appeal to singles and investors, as well as five-bedroom homes. Chencharu Central Residences is reported to start from two bedrooms, with most homes in the three- and four-bedroom range, aimed squarely at families. See One Chuan Grove floor plans.
Which one suits you?
| Choose One Chuan Grove if you... | Choose Chencharu Central Residences if you... |
|---|---|
| want to be close to the city and the Circle Line | want a lower entry price for a family-sized home |
| prioritise schools like St. Gabriel's and Kuo Chuan Presbyterian | live in Yishun, Sembawang or Woodlands and want to stay nearby |
| are upgrading from Serangoon, Bishan, Ang Mo Kio or Toa Payoh | value a bus interchange, hawker centre and shops downstairs |
| want a one-bedroom or a five-bedroom option | like the idea of being early in a new, master-planned estate |
Both projects are expected to preview around the same time, so it is worth preparing for both and deciding once the price lists are out. For details on the Yishun project, see our separate guide to Chencharu Central Residences near Khatib MRT, and for One Chuan Grove's closest rival, read One Chuan Grove vs Chuan Park.
Want a side-by-side comparison for the unit type you are considering? Contact us and we will prepare one when the price lists are released.
Price estimates are analysts' views reported in the media and are not developer prices. Details for both projects may change; refer to each developer's official sales documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, One Chuan Grove or Chencharu Central Residences?
Neither has released a price list. Based on land costs and analyst estimates, Chencharu Central Residences is expected to be priced lower per square foot (estimates of about S$2,200 to S$2,500 psf) than One Chuan Grove (about S$2,600 to S$2,800 psf).
Which has better MRT access?
Both are within walking distance of an MRT station. One Chuan Grove is about 500 m from Lorong Chuan (Circle Line), with interchanges one stop away. Chencharu Central Residences is about a five- to seven-minute walk from Khatib (North-South Line), with a bus interchange built into the development.
Are both launching at the same time?
Both are reported to be targeting a preview in the first quarter of 2027. Neither developer has confirmed exact dates.
Can I buy both?
You can, but a second residential property attracts ABSD (20% for Singapore Citizens). Most buyers choose one based on budget and location.