Sophia Residence: 8 Units for Rent
Sophia Residence is a freehold condominium development that is located at Sophia Road in District 9. It is a condominium project that was completed recently. The project was completed in 2014 with a total of 272 units available for sale or rent. The condominium development is located close to public transportation that allows residents to move easily from one place to another from the condominium. There are many shops and amenities close to the condominium development which would ease the process for residents and they do not need to go far to find what they need as it is built in a strategic place. The project was developed by GuoCo Land Ltd, a big sized real-estate company that has built about 25 real estate projects in Singapore. - Sophia Residence is a beautiful condominium development that has many charms to it. There are various facilities that residents can enjoy while living comfortably in Sophia Residence. Residents of Sophia Residence would not have to travel far to get their basic necessities as everything is close within their reach. Residents can enjoy the gymnasium room, lap pool, tennis court, Jacuzzi and if there is a meeting that you plan and can’t find a place there is a multi-purpose hall provided. There is a number of public transportation close to Sophia Residence that residents can make use of. The closest MRT station to the condominium is Bencoolen MRT Stn. The closest bus stops are located at the Peace Ctr, Sunshine Plaza, Bef Bencoolen Stn A and Opps Nafa Campus A. For those with vehicles, the shopping district located at Orchard Road can be easily accessed via the Bukit Timah Rd, Penang road and Fort Canning Rd in only 10 to 15 minutes. Mcdonalds ParklaneIbis Singapore on BencoolenBurger Kind – Burlington SquareThe Manhattan Fish Market Plaza Square SingapuraLei Garden Restaurant Chijmes School Of The Arts, SingaporeSt Margarets Primary SchoolStamford Primary SchoolAcropolis English CentreJcs Japanese Language School GP Medical Centre & SurgeryParklane Medical CentreOne Health Medical GroupUnited Clinic Fair Price Xpress Peace CentreBashamo Va Cleaner Pte LtdCold Storage Bugis JunctionMarket Place by JasonsGood Luck Spices Mart Sophia Residence is a condominium development that is made up of a total of 272 units in 13-storey high buildings. There are 4 types of unit available with various layouts that residents can browse through. The size for the unit ranges between 614 square feet to 2,939 square feet. The layouts for the units in Vista Residence aim to provide residents with homes that is comfortable for working adults, couples or families looking to own a spacious and manageable condominium unit. The sale price for the units can go up to S$ 3,800,000. The rental for the units ranges between S$ 1,450 to S$ 7,800. Project Name: Sophia ResidenceType: CondominiumDistrict: 1Configuration: 272 residential units Unit Types: 1bedroom (614 sqft)2 bedroom (797 sqft – 904 sqft)3 bedrooms (1,087 sqft – 2,045 sqft)4 bedrooms (2,939 sqft) The following developments are projects developed by the same developer as Sophia Residence:The QuartzWallich ResidencePeterson ResidenceLeedon Residence The following developments are in the same neighbourhood as Sophia Residence:8 St ThomasMartin ModernScotts SquareThe Ritz-Carlton ResidencesTwentyOne Angullia ParkHaus On Handy
DeveloperGuocoland Group
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Search activity over the past month shows the development continuing to appear in the local consideration set within the Orchard / River Valley market. Drawing on 30 days of PropertyGuru search activity, the project maintains notable traction in local search behaviour, recording a 1.18% share within the district.
Most-searched Units: 3-BedroomPopular preferences: Gym
Pricing by Unit Types:
- Room Rental Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 2K
- Avg PSF: S$ 13 psf (4.57% higher compared to Orchard / River Valley average of S$ 13 psf)
- Available Units: 2
- 1-Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 4K
- Avg PSF: S$ 7 psf (13.32% lower compared to Orchard / River Valley average of S$ 8 psf)
- Available Units: 1
- 3-Bedroom Units:
- Avg Asking Price: S$ 7K
- Avg PSF: S$ 6 psf (58.33% lower compared to Orchard / River Valley average of S$ 13 psf)
- Available Units: 3
Location & Lifestyle Highlights — Sophia Residence 590m (7 mins) to ROCHOR MRT STATION — This key station on the Downtown Line provides a direct link to the Central Business District and the vibrant Bugis heritage area. Sophia Residence offers a quiet freehold retreat tucked away on Sophia Road, perfectly balancing the privacy of a hillside home with immediate access to the high-energy shopping and arts districts of Orchard and Selegie. Residents enjoy a lifestyle where daily essentials, specialized medical care, and top-tier educational institutions are all within a short stroll from their front door. Nearby hotspots: MRT Stations (5 within 1 km):
- BENCOOLEN MRT STATION (602m, 7-8 mins) — Convenient access to the Downtown Line for quick trips across the city's eastern and western corridors.
- DHOBY GHAUT MRT STATION (631m, 7-8 mins) — Major interchange hub connecting the North-South, North-East, and Circle Lines for effortless island-wide travel.
- PEACE CTR (199m, 2-3 mins) — High-frequency bus services providing easy connections to the nearby shopping belt and financial district.
- SUNSHINE PLAZA (280m, 3-4 mins) — Local bus network access that makes commuting to nearby civic and cultural hubs very simple.
- HOUSE ON THE HILL MONTESSORI PRE-SCHOOL (148m, 1-2 mins) — High-quality early childhood education located just steps away for young families.
- ST. MARGARET'S SCHOOL (PRIMARY) (415m, 4-5 mins) — Reputable primary education within a very short walking distance for school-going children.
- NAFA CAMPUS 3 (420m, 5-6 mins) — Proximity to leading arts institutions creates a vibrant, creative atmosphere for students and professionals alike.
- PEACE CENTRE (72m, 1 min) — Immediate access to local medical services and health consultations for daily peace of mind.
- PARKLANE MEDICAL CENTRE (258m, 3-4 mins) — Nearby clinic providing essential healthcare services and general practice facilities.
- RENXIN TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (416m, 4-5 mins) — Specialized wellness options available close by for holistic health needs.
- FAIRPRICE (232m, 2-3 mins) — Reliable grocery shopping for daily household needs and fresh produce just around the corner.
- THE CATHAY (254m, 3-4 mins) — Iconic lifestyle destination featuring retail shops and a cinema for weekend leisure.
- THE ATRIUM @ ORCHARD (616m, 7-8 mins) — Extensive retail and lifestyle options located at the gateway to the famous Orchard Road shopping belt.
- STARBUCKS (215m, 2-3 mins) — Familiar coffee spot nearby for quick meetings or a morning caffeine fix.
- DAEBAK KOREAN FOOD (229m, 2-3 mins) — Diverse culinary options in the immediate vicinity catering to different tastes and cravings.
- ISLE EATING HOUSE (232m, 2-3 mins) — Local dining favorite providing practical and affordable meal options for residents.
Market & Rental Insights
Sophia Residence demonstrates a dynamic rental market with diverse performance across various unit types and high transaction volume.
- Median Rental Appreciation: 1-bedroom units saw rents change from $4,200 /mo to $4,000 /mo (-4.76%), 2-bedroom units increased from $4,600 /mo to $4,725 /mo (+2.72%), 3-bedroom units rose from $6,400 /mo to $6,800 /mo (+6.25%), and 4-bedroom units changed from $9,000 /mo to $8,500 /mo (-5.56%) over the last one year.
- Transactions:41 rental transactions in the last 6 months showing brisk rental activity levels.
- PG Pulse Insight: Rental activity is brisk with 3-bedroom units showing the strongest rental growth at +6.25%, indicating specific demand segments within the project.
Published date: November 4, 2026