Imagine waking up to melodious bird songs, the gentle rustle of leaves, and the first rays of dawn threading their way through the curtains in slender shafts of amber light. As you make your morning coffee and step onto the balcony, squirrels and monkeys can be seen scurrying from tree to tree - this perhaps is a slice of everyday life while living in Dairy Farm.

Nestled in an estate near Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, the Dairy Farm neighbourhood offers a harmonious blend of tranquillity and greenery, where homes are set amid lush trees and nature trails begin right at the doorstep. Long defined by its low-rise landed housing and pockets of green spaces, Dairy Farm has gradually evolved over the past decade with the introduction of new high-rise residential developments.

One of the latest additions to private housing in the area is the plot in Dairy Farm Walk, a 2.94-hectare site that yields around 480 residential units. In a public land tender that closed on 22 January 2026, the site drew a top bid of $427 million from a joint venture between ABR Holdings, LWH Holdings, Macly Capital and RP Ventures. The bid price works out to a land rate of $962 psf per plot ratio (psf ppr). It is the fifth GLS site released in the Dairy Farm area since 2012 - following plots where The Skywoods, Dairy Farm Residences, The Botany at Dairy Farm, and Narra Residences are located.

With limited unsold inventory in the Dairy Farm area, the future development on the Dairy Farm Walk plot could see keen buying interest, particularly among those who wish to live close to nature.

At Nature's Doorstep

While located further from the city centre, Dairy Farm and the adjoining Hillview area appeal to residents seeking a slower pace of life amid nature. Development density remains relatively low, contributing to a sense of openness and privacy that is much prized in an increasingly urbanised city. Many homes in the area also enjoy unblocked views of the surrounding greenery, reinforcing the estate's tranquil character.

The neighbourhood has an extensive network of parks and green spaces, making it especially attractive to nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, Dairy Farm Nature Park, Chestnut Nature Park and Bukit Panjang Park collectively offer a wide range of recreational opportunities, from hiking and trail running to cycling and weekend family outings. These amenities allow residents to immerse themselves in nature just minutes from their home.

Further enhancing the neighbourhood's green appeal is the 24-kilometre Rail Corridor, a scenic ecological route connecting Woodlands to Tanjong Pagar, passing through the Bukit Timah area. Popular among cyclists, joggers and birdwatchers, the Rail Corridor provides residents with a scenic and car-free route for both exercise and leisure. According to the URA Master Plan 2025, the Rail Corridor is set to be further enhanced with the addition of new community nodes, including at Stagmont Ring, the former Bukit Timah Fire Station, Queenstown and the former Tanjong Pagar Railway Station. These planned improvements are expected to offer more recreational and community-centric spaces.

Nature Living with Urban Convenience

The site in Dairy Farm Walk is not particularly close to an MRT station, with the nearest being Hillview MRT station on the Downtown Line which is about a 10-minute walk away. The Downtown Line provides direct connectivity to the Marina Bay financial district in about 30 minutes, and to the Shenton Way area via Telok Ayer station in around 35 minutes. For commuters who drive, the site is well served by major roads and expressways such as the Bukit Timah Expressway and Pan-Island Expressway (PIE)

Transport connectivity is expected to improve further in the years ahead, with the completion of the Cross-Island Line (CRL). Residents will be able to access the CRL via the future interchange at the King Albert Park MRT station which is two stops from Hillview on the Downtown Line. When operational, the CRL will enhance east-west connectivity across the island, linking key employment and commercial nodes such as the Jurong Lake District and the Punggol Digital District, as well as established town centres including Ang Mo Kio, Clementi and Pasir Ris.

The Dairy Farm estate is supported by a range of retail and lifestyle amenities nearby. For daily necessities, residents may head to malls such as Dairy Farm Mall, HillV2 and The Rail Mall. A broader mix of retail and dining options is available at Hillion Mall, located two MRT stops away in Bukit Panjang, as well as in the Beauty World precinct, which is undergoing rejuvenation. Commercial amenities there include Beauty World Centre, Beauty World Plaza, Bukit Timah Shopping Centre, the F&B stretch along Cheong Chin Nam Road, and The Linq at Beauty World. Looking ahead, the upcoming Bukit V mall in Jalan Anak Bukit will also inject more retail and F&B options to residents.

A Neighbourhood Well-Supported by Schools

The Hillview and Dairy Farm areas are well-suited to families seeking a quieter, nature-centric living environment for their children, while having access to a range of schools. Its green surroundings and relatively low-density setting have made the neighbourhood attractive to both local and expatriate families.

In addition, there is also a mix of international and local schools in the vicinity - the German European School Singapore is located within walking distance to the site, while schools such as CHIJ Our Lady Queen of Peace, Assumption English School and Assumption Pathway School are all accessible within a 15- to 20-minute bus commute.

About the Developer

ABR Holdings is a Singapore headquartered Food & Beverage and Property Investment Organisation listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange. The company has diversified into residential, commercial, industrial and hospitality property development, with projects like Baywind Residences in Singapore and Pavilion Square in Kuala Lumpur in their portfolio.

LWH Holdings - otherwise known as Lim Wen Heng Holdings - is a homegrown construction group with a focus on providing holistic building and engineering services as well as property development. Their past construction projects include Spottiswoode 18, Natura @ Hillview, Forte Suites and 38 Jervois.

Macly Group is an award-winning property developer based in Singapore, with projects in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. Since 1987, Macly Group has a track record of developing apartments, condos, mixed developments, and more - with notable projects including Jansen House, Hill House, Neu at Novena, The Iveria and Noma.

RP Ventures is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Roxy-Pacific Holdings, an established property and hospitality group with more than 50 years of expertise in property development. The group has numerous residential properties under their belt, including Bagnall Haus, Straits at Joo Chiat, Hill House, Mori, and Neu at Novena.