Riversails

Key project facts

• Type & tenure: A private residential condominium on a 99-year leasehold tenure (commencing from December 2011).
• Completion & scale: Achieved TOP in 2016. It is a large-scale mega-development comprising 12 blocks, each standing 18 storeys high, yielding a massive total of 920 residential units on a huge 265,000 sq ft site.
• Developer: Developed by Benefit Investments Pte Ltd, a subsidiary of the highly reputable Allgreen Properties Ltd.

Location and connectivity

• Address & setting: Located at 2 to 24 Upper Serangoon Crescent in District 19 (Hougang / Sengkang). The development is perfectly sandwiched between Serangoon Reservoir and Punggol Park, giving residents immediate access to the waterfront park connector that leads straight to Punggol Promenade.
• MRT access: Public transit is served primarily via the LRT network. It is about a 10-minute walk to Kangkar LRT and Ranggung LRT, which link residents directly to Sengkang MRT (North-East Line). Buangkok MRT is also about 1.1km away.
• Road links: Drivers have fast, direct access to Sengkang East Drive and Upper Serangoon Road, seamlessly linking up with the Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway (KPE) and Tampines Expressway (TPE).

Layouts and design

• Unit mix: Designed as a comprehensive family condominium, the 920 units range from compact 1-bedroom apartments (505 to 516 sq ft) up to massive penthouse units (up to 2,970 sq ft). The core of the development consists of practical 2-bedroom (850 to 893 sq ft), 3-bedroom (1,033 to 1,108 sq ft), and 4-bedroom layouts (1,367 sq ft).
• Design approach: The architecture prioritizes outdoor integration. Many of the 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom units feature practical yard spaces for laundry—a feature highly valued by families but often missing in newer launches. If buyers are exploring other waterfront options along this specific stretch, you might link them to Boathouse Residences or Riversound Residence located just nearby.

Facilities and lifestyle

• Facilities: The massive plot size allows for over 50 incredibly diverse, family-focused facilities split into 10 themes. Highlights include a 50m lap pool, island swirl spa, miniature golf, a treehouse playground, flying fox, paddle boats, an outdoor gym, and a stunning 18th-floor sky lounge offering panoramic views of the reservoir and wetlands.
• Nearby amenities: FairPrice supermarkets are within short walking distance. For larger shopping needs, Rivervale Plaza, Compass One, Hougang Mall, and the upcoming Waterway Point are all a short drive or train ride away.
• Schools: Well-positioned for families, it sits relatively close to CHIJ Our Lady of the Nativity, North Vista Primary and Secondary Schools, and Serangoon Secondary School.

Market and buyer appeal

• Market positioning: Riversails offers excellent quantum value compared to brand-new District 19 launches. Based on 2025/2026 data, transaction prices remain highly competitive, averaging around $1,400 to $1,500 PSF. A practical 3-bedroom unit (approx. 1,109 sq ft) typically trades in the $1.6M to $1.75M range, offering an accessible entry point for HDB upgraders when cross-compared against newer mega-launches like Sengkang Grand Residences.
• Rental demand: The project maintains healthy rental yields of around 3.5% to 4%, largely driven by families who want expansive resort facilities and professionals working in the northeast sector.
• Key appeal: Massive Facilities & PCN Access. Buyers choose Riversails because it delivers an unbeatable array of over 50 resort-style amenities, practical family layouts with yard spaces, and immediate doorstep access to the tranquility of Serangoon Reservoir, all at a highly palatable price point for the district.