The Mayfair

The Mayfair at 9 Jurong East Street 32 is a 99-year leasehold condominium located in District 22, situated in the mature Yuhua residential estate. It is an OCR (Outside Central Region) development. Often overshadowed by its massive neighbour Parc Oasis, The Mayfair is actually the more premium and private option of the two. It is best known for its resort-style landscaping and the rare luxury of private lift lobbies for many of its units—a feature almost unheard of in mass-market condos from the 2000s.

Key project facts

• Type & tenure: Private residential condominium on a 99-year leasehold tenure (starting from 1996).

• Completion & scale: Completed around 2000 with 452 residential units, making it a medium-sized development that feels less crowded than the mega-projects nearby.

• Developer: Developed by Keppel Land, a top-tier developer whose influence is visible in the high-quality, resort-themed design.

Location and connectivity

• Address & setting: Located at 1–9 Jurong East Street 32, it sits in a quieter pocket of Jurong East, separated from the MRT track noise by other buildings.

• MRT access: Very convenient. It is approximately a 5–8 minute walk to Chinese Garden MRT (East-West Line). It is also well-positioned to benefit from the future Jurong Region Line stations (Tengah Park) nearby.

• Road links: Excellent accessibility to the Pan Island Expressway (PIE) and Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) via Jurong Town Hall Road, allowing for quick exits to Tuas or the City.

Layouts and design

• Unit mix: Offers a mix of 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom units. The selling point here is the layout efficiency—squarish rooms, enclosed kitchens, and yard areas are standard.

• Design approach: The “modern tropical” architecture features full-height windows in the living areas and, most notably, private lift access for a significant number of units. This adds a layer of exclusivity and privacy that is rare in the West.

• Positioning: Targets families and expatriates working in the International Business Park (IBP) or Jurong Industrial Estate who want a “condo that feels like a condo” rather than a compact apartment.

Facilities and lifestyle

• Facilities: The development was originally famous for having its own bowling alley (though often repurposed in older condos, it speaks to the lavishness of the original facility list). It features beautiful lagoon-style pools, tennis courts, a clubhouse, and a gym.

• Living environment: “Bali in the West.” The landscaping is lush and water-centric, creating a relaxing atmosphere that contrasts with the busy industrial backdrop of Jurong.

• Nearby amenities: A short walk to the Yuhua Market & Hawker Centre for authentic local food and daily groceries. For major shopping, it is just one MRT stop (or a short bus ride) to the “Orchard of the West”—Westgate, JEM, and IMM.

Market and buyer appeal

• Resale positioning: Offers a “luxury for less” proposition. While it commands a slight premium over Parc Oasis due to being newer and having private lifts, it is significantly cheaper than the new launches in the Jurong Lake District (like J’den or LakeGarden Residences).

• Rental demand: consistently strong. It is a favorite among Japanese and Western expatriates working in the nearby business parks and international schools (like Canadian International School) due to the privacy and resort feel.

• Key appeal: The Private Lift factor. For buyers in the OCR, finding a unit with a private lift lobby at this price point is a “unicorn” find. It offers a level of prestige usually reserved for District 9 or 10.