Welcome to Newport Residences by City Developments, located in Singapore’s Central Business District at Anson Road in the Tanjong Pagar area. This new mixed-use development, called Newport Plaza, includes the commercial Newport Tower and the Newport Residences condo with 246 residential units.
This project is unique because it is currently the only new freehold integrated development. It is being built on the former site of the Fuji Xerox Tower office building, owned by City Developments (CDL).
CDL is redeveloping Newport under the government’s CBD incentive scheme, which aims to transform the city’s central districts by adding more homes and vibrancy to the urban core.
Newport Tower is located on its own site in Tanjong Pagar at the southern end of Singapore’s downtown core. It is surrounded by Anson Road, Bernam Road, Tanjong Pagar Road, and Keppel Viaduct above Keppel Road. Tanjong Pagar is one of the oldest parts of the CBD and has a rich heritage.
The name “Newport,” shared with the famous Rhode Island maritime city, reflects the area’s maritime history near Singapore’s historic port of Tanjong Pagar.
Like a port serving as a gateway, Newport Plaza’s location at the intersection of the CBD and the Greater Southern Waterfront opens new opportunities.
This new mixed-use development will include residential and serviced apartments, along with public and commercial spaces. Thanks to an incentive scheme, the new building will have 25% more gross floor area (GFA) than the original office complex, totaling 655,000 square feet (60,851 square meters). About 40% will be for retail and office space, 35% for residential use, and 25% for serviced apartments.
ADDP Architects is the Project Architect, working with the Principal Architect, Japanese firm Nikken Sikkei. Mr. Tang Kok Thye, associate partner at ADDP, mentioned that “80 Anson Road will be the first integrated development in Singapore with four different components in a single tower.”
Newport Residences is conveniently located near two MRT stations. Prince Edward Road station on the Circle Line, currently under construction, is 200 meters or a 3-minute walk away. Tanjong Pagar station on the East-West MRT line is also within walking distance, about 420 meters or a 6-minute walk from exit C.
Newport Tower is part of the Greater Southern Waterfront masterplan zone and is expected to benefit from upcoming transformations.
Newport Tower is mainly surrounded by office buildings, some of which have food and beverage (F&B) and retail spaces at ground level. This creates a lively streetscape with a variety of shops and eateries for office workers nearby.
It is about a seven-minute walk from Guoco Tower, a notable integrated development and skyscraper at Tanjong Pagar MRT station. Guoco Tower includes offices, six levels of retail, a hotel, and the 99-year leasehold Wallich Residence apartments, which sell for $3000 to over $4000 per square foot.
Newport Mixed Development Key Features
- 47-storey iconic mixed-use development with residential units, serviced apartments, and offices, named Newport Plaza. It includes Newport Residences (246 units for sale), 198 serviced apartments, and the 9-storey Newport Tower.
- Located in Singapore’s CBD, a major global financial hub, offering views of the city skyline and sea. It will also provide future views of the upcoming Greater Southern Waterfront redevelopment.
- A rare freehold condominium launch in the CBD, with homes from Level 23 to Level 45 (Super Penthouse level). Freehold properties make up less than 5% of Singapore’s total housing stock, and this ratio is declining since all government land sales are 99-year leasehold.
- Within a 3-minute walk to Prince Edward MRT station on the Circle Line, and a 6-minute walk to Tanjong Pagar station on the East-West MRT line.
- Being developed by City Developments, one of Singapore’s most established and reputable real estate companies.
- Designed by the Japanese global architecture firm Nikken Sekkei Ltd., founded in 1900 and known for iconic projects worldwide.
- Singapore’s first private residence and mixed development with serviced apartments, offices, and F&B to achieve the prestigious BCA Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy Award.
- Downtown core condos are experiencing rising sale and rental values as commercial properties in the CBD steadily recover, coinciding with the global reopening of borders and the government’s efforts to attract more foreign talent.
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) is actively working on rejuvenation plans for the Tanjong Pagar and Anson areas, which is promising for Newport Residences both as a home and as an investment.
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how Singaporeans work, live, and play. In response, urban planning is being adjusted to better meet these new needs.
URA had already started some of these changes before, but COVID-19 highlighted the need for a higher residential population and more mixed-use spaces in the CBD.
According to URA, the CBD Incentive Scheme aims to transform the CBD into vibrant mixed-use neighborhoods rather than just an office-centric area. This scheme will feature well-designed, pedestrian-friendly streets and public spaces to support active mobility. It includes the Robinson Road, Cecil Street, Shenton Way, Anson Road, and Tanjong Pagar precincts.
This means residents of Newport condo will be able to work, live, dine, relax, and shop within the neighborhood. Additionally, just south of Keppel Road lies the former Tanjong Pagar Port, which is being redeveloped as part of the Greater Southern Waterfront master plan. Once completed, this area will become a vibrant district, enhancing the value of its surrounding neighborhoods.
In his 2019 National Day Rally speech, PM Lee outlined plans for new attractions, housing, and office spaces in the Greater Southern Waterfront. While this vision might take 10 to 15 years to fully realize, it promises future growth and potential for Newport Residences.
Read MoreProject Information
Name: Newport Residences
Developer: Hong Leong Properties Pte Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of City Developments Limited)
Status: 1 Block of 23 to 45-Storey Residential Component
Address: 80 Anson Road, Singapore 079907
District: 02
Land Area: 5,091.2 m² (54,802 sq ft)
Floor Area: 60,851 m² (655,000 sq ft)
Plot Ratio: 5.6 + 25%
Tenure: Estate in perpetuity (Freehold)
Estimated Vacant Possession: 1 March 2030
Space Distribution:
- 40% for office and retail
- 25% for serviced apartments
- 35% for residential use
Number of Units: 246 Residential Units (Levels 23 to 45)
Design Architect: Nikken Sekkei Ltd
Principal Architect: ADDP Architects LLP
Project Interior Design: ADDP Architects LLP
Concept Interior Design: FDAT Designs Pte Ltd
Landscape Consultant: EcoPlan Asia Pte Ltd
Main Builder: Woh Hup (Private) Limited
Floor Plans
Project Features
- Residential Levels: Apartments start from the 23rd floor up to the 45th floor.
- Lifestyle Gardens:
- Level 25: Play Garden
- Level 29: Wellness Garden
- Level 37: Fitness Garden
- Level 41: Horizon Garden
- Lifestyle Facilities:
- Level 34: Club Vista
- Roof Garden Level: Newport Sky
- Services: Premier Residential Services provided.
- Home Features: Efficient layouts with Smart Home integration.
- Kitchen and Bathroom: Designer kitchen appliances by V-Zug and De Dietrich. Bathroom fittings by Dornbracht and Duravit.
Newport Residences Site Plan
The Newport Residences site is a trapezoid-shaped land parcel, surrounded by roads on all sides. It is located between Tanjong Pagar Road to the west and Anson Road to the east/southeast. Bernam Street runs along its northern border, parallel to Keppel Viaduct and Keppel Road to the south.
Being an island site, Newport Tower enjoys more open space and separation from neighboring buildings, offering better privacy and improved airflow for the condo units, especially those facing south and southwest.
According to the URA master plan, the plot ratio for this site is 5.6. However, the CBD Incentive Scheme provides an additional 25% GFA (gross floor area), increasing the plot ratio to 7. This allows the building to potentially reach heights of 46 to 51 storeys, towering over most of its neighbors.
The project design features a single, partly cascading tower that incorporates all the components of this mixed-use development.
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Newport Tower and Newport Residences are being developed by City Developments Pte Ltd, a well-known and reputable developer in Singapore.
City Developments Limited (CDL)
City Developments Limited (CDL) is a global real estate group with operations in 112 locations across 29 countries and regions. It is one of the largest companies listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange by market capitalization.
CDL has a diverse portfolio that includes shopping malls, integrated developments, offices, hotels, residences, and serviced apartments. The group manages over 23 million square feet of residential, commercial, and hospitality space worldwide. This includes 152 hotels with over 44,000 rooms, many of which are in major cities around the world, through its wholly-owned hotel chain Millennium & Copthorne Hotels Ltd.
CDL has extensive experience and a strong track record in residential property development. Over the past 55 years, it has built more than 47,000 homes, many of which are in Singapore. Notable projects include Boulevard 88, Cliveden @ Grange, St Regis Residences, Gramercy Park, Nouvel 18, New Futura at Leonie Hill, The Glyndebourne, The Sail @ Marina Bay, The Pier at Robertson, Oceanfront @ Sentosa Cove, South Beach Residences, MeyeRise, Golden Hill Villas, and Goldenhill Park.
CDL is also known for its mixed-use or integrated developments. Current projects under construction include Piccadilly Grand (in partnership with MCL Land) and Sengkang Grand Residences (in collaboration with CapitaLand). Another significant project with CapitaLand is the iconic and beautifully-designed Canninghill Piers.
Location
Newport Residences is situated between Tanjong Pagar Road and Anson Road, in the heart of Singapore’s business and financial district. It is surrounded on three sides by office buildings, hotels, and mixed developments, many of which feature shops and dining options at ground or podium levels. Nearby apartment complexes include Skysuites @ Anson, Wallich Residences, and Altez. The surrounding workforce supports the need for more homes, which is why the CBD Incentive Scheme encourages the development of mixed-use plots.
Nearest MRT Station
The closest MRT station is Tanjong Pagar on the East-West line. Exit C from this station, next to International Plaza, is about a 6-minute walk along Anson Road, passing Enggor and Gopeng streets. In the future, the new Prince Edward Road station on the Circle Line will provide another option. This station, located at the corner of Keppel Road and Shenton Way, will be about a 3-minute walk from Newport Residences and is expected to open in 2025.
Shops, Supermarkets, F&B, Banks
While Newport Residences isn’t in a major shopping district, it has plenty of nearby shops and dining options. Numerous eateries cater to the office crowd, ranging from hawker centers and coffee shops to cafes and upscale restaurants. For daily necessities, residents can visit 100AM Mall on Tanjong Pagar Road, which has a FairPrice supermarket and various shops. Further up the road, there is a food center, market, and Tanjong Pagar Plaza with another FairPrice supermarket. Altez on Enggor Street also houses a Cold Storage outlet. International Plaza, near the MRT station, offers several bank branches and shops.
In the future, the Greater Southern Waterfront district will provide an abundance of dining, shopping, and lifestyle destinations, although this development will take some time. More information on these plans can be found on the URA web page about the Greater Southern Waterfront.
Parks, Nature Reserves, Relaxation
There are currently no large nature reserves or parks near Newport Residences. However, the Greater Southern Waterfront plans include parks and green spaces connected by 30 kilometers of nature trails, linking to a waterfront promenade from Gardens by the Bay westwards past Newport Residences. This will integrate green areas like the upcoming Pasir Panjang Linear Park, Labrador Nature Reserve, and West Coast Park.
Accessibility
Newport Residences offers convenient accessibility. It is located near Keppel Road and Tanjong Pagar Road, which connect to the Marina Coastal Expressway (MCE). The MCE links to the Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway (KPE) and East Coast Parkway (ECP), and from there to the island-wide expressway network. The site is also close to the Central Expressway (CTE) via Cantonment Road. Its central CBD location provides easy access to downtown areas, including the Marina Bay Financial District.
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