The Orie Review: The Toa Payoh Condo That Sold 86% at Launch

Toa Payoh in District 12 finally got a fresh 99-year leasehold condo on Lorong 1: The Orie. After years without a new private launch in this mature estate, it arrived with real pent-up demand behind it.

Jointly developed by a consortium of City Developments Limited (CDL), Frasers Property, and Sekisui House, The Orie comprises two 40-storey tower blocks holding 777 units, each fitted with smart home features.

There had not been a new development in Toa Payoh since the 578-unit Gem Residences in 2016, so the demand was well established before sales even opened.

The Orie commenced sales on Saturday, 18 January 2025, and it became the first major new launch of the year. By the close of the launch weekend, the consortium had sold 668 of the 777 units, an 86% take-up, at an average selling price of about $2,704 psf. Two and three-bedroom units were the most popular at launch. Below, we walk through the facts and figures, then the location, amenities, and what the project offers.

The Orie Facts and Figures

Description	Details
Project Name	The Orie
Property Details	2 blocks of 40-storey apartments and facilities
Developers	Consortium comprising City Developments Limited, Frasers Property, and Sekisui House
Number of Units	777 units ranging from 1-bedroom-plus-study to 5-bedroom condos with private lifts
Location	Toa Payoh Lorong 1, District 12
Tenure	99-year leasehold
Land Size	15,743 sqm / 169,458 sq ft
Nearest MRT	Braddell (about 400m)
Launch Date	18 January 2025
Launch Weekend Take-up	668 of 777 units sold (86%) at an average of about $2,704 psf
Expected TOP	Around Q2 2028

The Orie Location and Amenities

The Orie sits at the junction of Lorong 1 and Lorong 4, on the former Police Security Command site across the road from Gem Residences and about 400 metres from Braddell MRT. From Braddell, interchanges such as Bishan, Newton, and Orchard are within a few stops.

A short drive away, you can reach the CTE, KPE, and PIE, and the Toa Payoh Integrated Transport Hub sits a few bus stops away. The North-South Corridor, which links Woodlands to East Coast Park, is set to shorten travel times once complete.

For shopping, the nearby options include Zhongshan Mall, Toa Payoh Hub, and Junction 8, plus the malls around Novena and Balestier. For food, the Lorong 4 Toa Payoh Market and Food Centre is close by, with local stalls, fresh produce, and groceries.

Toa Payoh has strong accessibility for a central, sought-after estate, connected by bus, car, and MRT. That network gives residents and visitors efficient transport options and reinforces the area's reputation as a well-connected neighbourhood.

The Orie Facilities

The Orie offers a broad set of facilities aimed at everyday use rather than novelty. The layout leans on landscaped gardens and greenery to give residents some separation from the busier parts of the estate.

Here is a list of facilities residents can expect.

• Fully equipped, modern gym
• Jogging tracks
• Yoga decks
• Function rooms
• Clubhouses
• Communal gardens
• Gourmet and poolside pavilion
• Kids' playroom and playhouse
• Pets' corner
• Tennis courts
• BBQ pits
• Meditation deck
• Wading pool
• Spa pool
• Lap pool
• Steam rooms

Taken together, the facility mix covers fitness, relaxation, and family use, with shared spaces designed to encourage some interaction between neighbours rather than leaving the grounds purely functional.

The Orie Recreation

Toa Payoh and the surrounding neighbourhoods offer plenty of recreation, including Toa Payoh Town Park, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, and Windsor Nature Park.

Nearby, you have the swimming complex and sports hall for activities such as basketball and badminton. The ActiveSG Gym serves fitness users, while the Sensory Park and Dragon Playground suit young families.

For those who want more green space, MacRitchie Reservoir is roughly a 5-minute drive away, giving residents a quieter retreat from the busier centre of Toa Payoh.

Schools Near The Orie

Families with young children may value The Orie's proximity to several primary schools. Note that children entering Primary One can qualify for priority admission based on home-to-school distance.

Here is a list of schools within a 2km radius of The Orie.

Primary Schools

• Kheng Cheng School
• First Toa Payoh Primary School
• Marymount Convent School
• Pei Chun Public School
• Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary School
• St Andrew's Junior School
• St Gabriel's Primary School
• CHIJ Primary (Toa Payoh)

Secondary Schools and JCs

• Raffles Girls' School
• Catholic High School
• Guangyang Secondary School
• Raffles Institution
• Nanyang Junior College
• Catholic Junior College

About The Orie's Developers

City Developments Limited is a Singapore-based real estate company. Established in 1963, CDL holds a diverse portfolio across residential, commercial, and hospitality properties, operates in a number of countries, and has a long record in green building.

Frasers Property is a multinational real estate company headquartered in Singapore, with a portfolio spanning residential, commercial, retail, and industrial properties across Asia, Australia, Europe, and the Middle East, and a stated focus on sustainability.

Sekisui House is one of Japan's largest homebuilders, founded in 1960 and known for sustainable construction. It develops residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties internationally, with an emphasis on eco-friendly practices and quality design.

The Orie Smart Home Capabilities

The Orie includes smart home features aimed at convenience, security, and energy efficiency. Each unit comes with a digital lock for keyless entry, plus smart lighting and climate controls that can be adjusted through a mobile app.

The homes also include surveillance and alert systems for real-time monitoring, and voice-controlled devices for hands-free operation of common functions. These add up to a more tech-enabled day-to-day living experience.

Why Consider The Orie?

The strong launch take-up tells you a lot: buyers responded to a rare new private launch in an established central estate with direct access to Braddell MRT and the major expressways. That scarcity, more than any single feature, drove the 86% weekend result.

For residents, the day-to-day case rests on the surrounding amenities: shopping centres, parks, schools, and healthcare are all within easy reach. The build quality, smart home features, and unit mix round out the offer for both owner-occupiers and longer-term holders.

With most units taken up at launch, availability now skews toward specific layouts, so the choice on remaining stock is narrower than it was on opening weekend. If you want to assess what is still available, book a viewing at the The Orie showflat and request the latest floor plan.