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Singapore Property District Guide

District 27: Sembawang & Yishun

Outside Central Region (OCR) · Suburban / heartland

A northern family heartland spanning Sembawang, Yishun and Canberra — affordable, green and waterfront-fronted, with the new Chencharu housing precinct set to add fresh supply.

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Region
OCR
Key areas
Sembawang, Yishun, Canberra, Chencharu
MRT lines
NSL
Buyer profile
Families, first-time buyers

Connectivity & transport

The North-South Line serves Yishun, Sembawang and the newer Canberra station, with the SLE and TPE linking drivers to the city and the north-east; a practical, well-connected northern base.

Schools nearby

Family schools including Chongfu, Northland, Ahmad Ibrahim and Yishun schools serve the district's large family population.

Lifestyle & amenities

Sembawang Park's waterfront and jetty, Canberra Plaza, Northpoint City in Yishun and the Sembawang Hot Spring Park give a distinctive, green and family-friendly northern lifestyle.

Growth & URA Master Plan outlook

Chencharu, near Yishun, is a major URA Master Plan housing precinct bringing thousands of new homes with a mix of public and private housing, community and green spaces — the district's headline growth catalyst.

New launches in District 27

Projects in District 27

Projects in District 27 tracked by HOMES by Jo, updated 29 Sep 2026.
ProjectTypeTenureTOPFrom
Miltonia Close ECExecutive condominium99-yr LeaseholdTBA$1.35M
Sembawang Drive ECExecutive condominium99-yr LeaseholdTBA$1.1M

Who District 27 suits

District 27 suits families, first-time buyers looking at Sembawang, Yishun, Canberra, Chencharu. As part of the Outside Central Region (OCR), it offers suburban homes that give more space for the money in established and growing towns. Rail access is via the North–South Line. Projects on HOMES by Jo here include Miltonia Close EC and Sembawang Drive EC. If you are weighing it against neighbouring districts, compare the typical price per square foot, the commute to your workplace and the schools within 1km and 2km before deciding.

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District 27 on the map

Explore Sembawang & Yishun — pan and zoom to see MRT stations, schools and amenities around the district.

Interactive map © OneMap · Map data © Singapore Land Authority

District 27 FAQs — for buyers

What is the Chencharu estate?

Chencharu is a new housing precinct near Yishun under the URA Master Plan, planned to deliver thousands of homes with community facilities and greenery, adding significant new supply to District 27.

Is District 27 affordable for families?

Yes — Sembawang, Yishun and Canberra are among the more affordable northern towns, with abundant schools, parks and amenities suited to families and first-time buyers.

What lifestyle does the district offer?

A green, waterfront-fronted northern lifestyle — Sembawang Park and jetty, the hot spring park, and malls like Northpoint City and Canberra Plaza.

Is District 27 in the CCR, RCR or OCR?

District 27 (Sembawang & Yishun) is in the Outside Central Region (OCR). URA uses these three market segments to report private home prices, so check CCR, RCR or OCR price trends when comparing projects here.

Which MRT lines serve District 27?

District 27 is served by the North–South Line. Check the walking distance from each project to its nearest station, as it varies widely within a district.

What are the new launch condos in District 27?

Projects in District 27 tracked by HOMES by Jo are Miltonia Close EC and Sembawang Drive EC. See the table above for tenure, TOP and starting prices.

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