anyone heard One Robin at No.1 Robin road b4?

I have seen some sketches and read that the property is developed by a publisher, and it is its first foray into property.

I would like to see a floorplan, it could be interesting with 1 unit per floor.

I have seen some sketches and read that the property is developed by a publisher, and it is its first foray into property.

I would like to see a floorplan, it could be interesting with 1 unit per floor.

By Popular Bookstore?

It is a 17-storey development by Forum Architects

http://www.forum-architects.com/new/images/59_1.jpg

http://www.forum-architects.com/new/images/59_2.jpg

http://www.forum-architects.com/new/images/59_3.jpg

By Popular Bookstore?

well, the mothercompany of popular bookstore to be exact (Popular Holdings Limited)

...While Popular is a household name when it comes to bookstores and education materials, it is a relatively new real estate player, having joined the scene in 2006 when the market was just beginning to pick up.
Popular’s fundraising attempt at this juncture is likely to fuel speculation about its ability to support its property investments. The company has put up more than $71 million in four land purchases so far...

...It does not help that Popular has two construction projects eating into its resources - One Robin and 18 Shelford...
http://luxuryasiahome.wordpress.com/2008/11/06/property-ventures-popular-has-to-watch-its-books/

depending on how good the units are finished, Three Three Robinson could be a benchmark to gauge a price.

^^
Pity Popular Holdings, jumping so late into the property bandwagon. :ohno:

They should focus on their core business. No wonder their share price plunged to a record low of 9c recently! :ohno:

Wow.. nice design. Nice, simple, unique without being tacky.

I spotted a listing, at 1283 psf.
Considering its location, how would the noise exposure be from Bukit Timah Rd?

I spotted a listing, at 1283 psf.
Considering its location, how would the noise exposure be from Bukit Timah Rd?

ya, i saw that price too. but do u know which floor is this unit on? honestly, i really don't know how's the finish for this project.

One Robin is a 14units development by Popular Land Pte Ltd exclusively located @ 1 Robin Rd.

Total units: 12 units Level 2 - 13 1905/1948sqft
01 Duplex Level 14 & 15 3498sqft
01 Penthouse Level 16 & 17 3498sqft

Land size 15.069sqft
Plot Ratio 2.1
3pools (1 18m Lap pool,1 kids' pool & 1spa pool)

All 4bedroom units

Carparks
28 lots(22 basement 06 surface)
2 carpark lots per unit.

Interiors
Panaromic City views enabled by Large window panels.
Pte lift for every household.
Automated Glass Door @ Kitchen Entrance
Motorized Hunter Douglas blinds.
Almost all en-suites bedrooms

Wardrobes
Imported by Tecmo(Italy)

Kitchen Cabinets
Imported by Arclinea(Italy)

Kitchen Appliances included by
state of the art Gaggenau(Germany) worth more than $60,000!

Expected TOP 4th Qtr 2009

Relaunching price per square foot is from $1280-$1450!!!
It is a STEAL!!

my only concern is the noise and west sun.....

Hi Arthur,

Noise is the least concern for Residents will be living in One Robin...
the first unit is allocated on the #03 which is equivalent on the #04 of the Robin Court.The trees along the Bukit Timah Rd too do help minimise the noise level.

As for the West facing,it is only will be facing the the Pte Lift lobby,kitchen and the Fire Lift lobby.The whole entire living and bedrooms are facing the East which makes the units bright and totally unblocked!

With an exclusive living of only 14 residents and HIGH-END finishes such as Gaggenau kitchen appliances worth more than $60K,Arclinea kitchen cabinets,Tecmo wardrobes and sanitary fittings by Oxo & Hansberg with a price to BUY from $1280psf?What else can you ask for from One Robin?

If need more details do PM me or email me.:cheers:

Hi Arthur,

Noise is the least concern for Residents will be living in One Robin...
the first unit is allocated on the #03 which is equivalent on the #04 of the Robin Court.The trees along the Bukit Timah Rd too do help minimise the noise level.

As for the West facing,it is only will be facing the the Pte Lift lobby,kitchen and the Fire Lift lobby.The whole entire living and bedrooms are facing the East which makes the units bright and totally unblocked!

With an exclusive living of only 14 residents and HIGH-END finishes such as Gaggenau kitchen appliances worth more than $60K,Arclinea kitchen cabinets,Tecmo wardrobes and sanitary fittings by Oxo & Hansberg with a price to BUY from $1280psf?What else can you ask for from One Robin?

If need more details do PM me or email me.:cheers:thanks. i do hv the details for this project. juz sharing my point of view for this project:cheers:

Where can I see the floor plans? ^^

Where can I see the floor plans? ^^

drop me an email? i do have them... :)

brought a client to have a look at the project, but most likely will go for Ferrell or 2 units of Bellerive..

But One Robin has the best layout - and the best kitchen...! :))

Hi there!
Up to date Penthouse,#13,#12 & #11 was SOLD!

Responsed has been healthy and the negative feedback is only small bedrooms.Main selling factors are Exclusive Living and Lifestyle.TOP SCHOOLS within walking distance!

Gaggenau for the whole kitchen appliances worth more than $60k!!
Hunter Douglas motorized blinds throughout the whole apartment!
Timber flooring from Witch Doctor!Many more TOP QUALITY finishes for a mere $1400psf!

EXPERIENCE HIGH LIVING LIFESTYLE which will NOT BURN A HOLE IN YOUR POCKET!

http://picasaweb.google.com/adyrealty/OneRobin#

You know what? It's almost completed. Left the painting and interior fittings.

You know what? It's almost completed. Left the painting and interior fittings.

Hi,

:banana:YES!!:banana:
The actual unit showflat now is on the development itself @ #02-01.

Submission for TOP was done last week and Inspection was done.
So expecting somewhere after Sept 09.

Hi,

:banana:YES!!:banana:
The actual unit showflat now is on the development itself @ #02-01.

Submission for TOP was done last week and Inspection was done.
So expecting somewhere after Sept 09.

you know how much the penthouse sold? it's only 14 floor, i think it wont have great views. but the key is kitchen and bathrooms, i love units have good kitchen and bathrooms

Sorry

:O

nil

Does anybody know why The Solitaire, a CDL project, is only trading at 1750 psf? Isn't it across Stevens Road from The Orange Grove, which is trading around 2100-2300 psf?

Does anybody know why The Solitaire, a CDL project, is only trading at 1750 psf? Isn't it across Stevens Road from The Orange Grove, which is trading around 2100-2300 psf?

Yes. But all noon sun and facing Stevens Road. Tiny swimming pool and junior Tennis court? Volari @ Balmoral Road is far better project & location and less than The Orange Grove.

Looks like an institutional investor dumping and writing off massive losses. Too bad for owners since this would set the baseline for bank loans and other interested buyers.

Yes. But all noon sun and facing Stevens Road. Tiny swimming pool and junior Tennis court? Volari @ Balmoral Road is far better project & location and less than The Orange Grove.

Looks like an institutional investor dumping and writing off massive losses. Too bad for owners since this would set the baseline for bank loans and other interested buyers.

I remembered this project did not even open for booking and complete sold out

Ok, found the story.
Originally, the project sold out in a week.
A Taiwanese investor bought ten of the eleven units in the 01 stack, excluding 08-01. $7.4m for the penthouse. 20% down, deferred payment until TOP.
Now, the investor is selling at a 20% loss. Probably can't raise money for TOP which is coming soon in the next few months.
Penthouse recently sold at $6m. On the market again even before option was exercised, for 2300psf ($8.26m).
Those 1750psf units were part of 4 units bought by an Indonesian investor.
I think there are still 2 units available. Tempting.
In any case, CDL must be really happy!

Ok, found the story.
Originally, the project sold out in a week.
A Taiwanese investor bought ten of the eleven units in the 01 stack, excluding 08-01. $7.4m for the penthouse. 20% down, deferred payment until TOP.
Now, the investor is selling at a 20% loss. Probably can't raise money for TOP which is coming soon in the next few months.
Penthouse recently sold at $6m. On the market again even before option was exercised, for 2300psf ($8.26m).
Those 1750psf units were part of 4 units bought by an Indonesian investor.
I think there are still 2 units available. Tempting.
In any case, CDL must be really happy!

Stack 1 is probably the worst stack facing oncoming traffic from Stevens road.

Regardless what's the potential of this location?

Other stacks are trying to sell @ $2500psf. What does the bank says when 4 units just sold at $1750psf?

Most banks will use the last traded level for valuation

Most banks will use the last traded level for valuation


Doesn't that translate to a paper loss for the whole development?

Can't see how the option buyer will get a loan? Unless you target buyers with cash;-)

Stack 1 is probably the worst stack facing oncoming traffic from Stevens road.

Regardless what's the potential of this location?

Other stacks are trying to sell @ $2500psf. What does the bank says when 4 units just sold at $1750psf?

If you are looking at the 4br units, stack 5's layout is worse than stack 1.
2500psf? Nah, I'm trying for under 1700psf.

Doesn't that translate to a paper loss for the whole development?

Can't see how the option buyer will get a loan? Unless you target buyers with cash;-)

Yes, it'll be hard to sell for higher than 1750psf now. On the other hand, if you are buying, it is a good time to squeeze the desperate deferred payment sellers. TOP real soon. Some sellers are going to get squeezed if they haven't lined up a loan.

I look at relative value. The Orange Grove isn't much better. All the units are very close to Stevens Road and the back faces RELC. No view, noisy and still get afternoon sun from the back. Orange Grove Residences' layout is poor. Most units have two very dark bedrooms and it is a pain getting to the pool level. Plus it is only 5 stories sitting on low ground. No playgrounds for either of them although the units are big. CDL beats Ho Bee too.

Avalon and Chelsea Gardens are transacted around 1400-1500 psf. Parc Stevens last transacted at 1695 psf. At under 1700psf, the price isn't too bad for new development at that location. Can probably rent out stack 1 for around for 11k. Now, let's see if anybody is desperate enough to sell.

On the other hand, if Ardmore Park goes back down to 2000 psf, all these properties will drop below 1400 psf.