River Modern
River Modern is a new launch condo at River Valley, right next to Havelock MRT !
Key project facts
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Type & tenure: Private residential condominium on a 99-year leasehold tenure.
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Launch timeline: Expected to preview in Q1 2026 (likely late February or March).
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Scale: Two 36-storey towers comprising approximately 455 residential units. It sits on a generous land size of roughly 126,000 sq ft, which is significant for a prime District 9 plot.
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Developer: GuocoLand. This is the fourth entry in their “Modern” series (following Martin Modern, Midtown Modern, and Lentor Modern), a brand now synonymous with “botanic luxury” and high-end landscaping.
Location and connectivity
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Address & setting: Located at River Valley Green, right next to the Singapore River. Unlike many “river-facing” condos that are actually quite far back, this site offers genuine waterfront frontage along Kim Seng Park.
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MRT access: The Game Changer. River Modern will have a direct link (likely underground or sheltered) to Great World MRT (Thomson-East Coast Line). This is a massive upgrade over Martin Modern, which requires a short walk.
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Road links: Immediate access to Kim Seng Road and River Valley Road, allowing for a 5-minute drive to Orchard Road and the CBD.
Layouts and design
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Unit mix: Expected to range from 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom premium units. GuocoLand is known for “right-sizing” luxury鈥攐ffering efficient layouts that don’t waste space but still feel premium with high ceilings and top-tier fittings.
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Design approach: “Gardens in the Sky.” Expect 80% of the land to be dedicated to landscaping. The two towers are likely to be raised to allow the ground floor to feel like an extension of the Botanic Gardens, blending seamlessly with the adjacent park connector.
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Positioning: Targets the “Convenience-First Luxury” buyer. It is for the person who wants the prestige of District 9 and the view of the river, but also demands the practicality of having a MRT station and a massive mall (Great World City) literally at their doorstep.
Facilities and lifestyle
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Facilities: Anticipate GuocoLand’s signature “Grand Lawn,” a 50m lap pool, and a “Clubhouse in the Woods.” Because of the river frontage, expect a sky deck or viewing gallery designed to maximize the unblocked views towards Marina Bay and the Southern Waterfront.
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Living environment: Riverfront Resort. It sits in a unique “quiet pocket” of River Valley鈥攖ucked away from the main road noise but immediately connected to the lifestyle nodes.
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Nearby amenities: Unbeatable. You are directly opposite Great World City (Cold Storage, Meidi-Ya, Cinema) and a short walk along the river to the cafes and bars of Robertson Quay.
Market and buyer appeal
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Resale positioning: This will likely set a new benchmark price for leasehold District 9. It will command a premium over neighbours like Cosmopolitan and Trillium due to its brand new status and direct MRT integration.
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Rental demand: Tier 1. Expats love River Valley/Robertson Quay. A condo that is brand new, river-facing, and connected to the MRT is the “holy grail” for high-budget corporate tenants.
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Key appeal: The “Guoco Effect.” Buyers are buying into a proven track record. Just as Martin Modern appreciated significantly after launch, River Modern is seen as a “blue-chip” asset that combines scarcity (one of the last river plots) with high utility.