Thomson Reserve: A Long-Awaited En Bloc, a Mega Launch Worth Watching
Five en bloc attempts. Seventeen years. Thomson View’s long road to an $810 million sale is finally making way for Thomson Reserve, a 1,268-home mega-development beside Upper Thomson MRT.
With 2- to 5-bedroom homes and a launch targeted for Q4 2026, it brings the facilities of a mega-project to an established neighbourhood. Here’s how it got here, what buyers could pay and why it deserves attention.
The en bloc that took 17 years
Built in 1987, Thomson View was approximately 38 years old when its acquisition completed in 2025. The old estate had 255 units, including apartments, townhouses and a shop.
Its redevelopment almost happened much earlier. A $590 million deal in 2012 collapsed the following year after the High Court found bad faith involving undisclosed incentive payments by the marketing agent to certain owners.
The breakthrough came in 2024, when owners lowered the reserve price from $918 million to $808 million. UOL, Singapore Land and CapitaLand Development’s $810 million offer secured the fifth attempt, following four earlier attempts across 17 years.
Court objections still had to be resolved. The developers announced the sale order in July 2025, and completed the acquisition on 2 October.
From 255 units to 1,268 homes
Thomson Reserve will be a 99-year leasehold development on roughly five hectares at Bright Hill Drive. The preliminary plan has six towers: four 21-storey Classic towers and two 30-storey Luxury towers.
About 84% of the planned homes are 2- and 3-bedroom units. The larger homes broaden the appeal to families who want more space while staying in Upper Thomson.
Estimated starting prices
We estimate starting prices around $2,700 psf, with an average around $2,800 psf. Using the smallest assumed size for each bedroom category in our microsite gives these entry budgets:
| Bedrooms | Assumed size | Estimated from |
|---|---|---|
| 2-bedroom | 650 sq ft | $1.76 million |
| 3-bedroom | 900 sq ft | $2.43 million |
| 4-bedroom | 1,250 sq ft | $3.38 million |
| 5-bedroom | 1,800 sq ft | $4.86 million |
These rounded estimates use $2,700 psf and exclude stamp duties and other purchase costs. Sizes and prices remain unconfirmed; larger and premium layouts may start higher.
Why buyers should shortlist it
The appeal is having mega-project facilities and an established neighbourhood in the same address. There are five reasons that matters:
- Facilities with variety. Three planned clubs bring two 50m lap pools, function rooms, children’s spaces, a golf simulator and wellness studios into the estate. Residents have options for exercise, entertaining and family time without heading out.
- MRT convenience. Upper Thomson MRT serves the Thomson-East Coast Line. Nearby Bright Hill will add a Cross Island Line interchange, with Phase 1 expected in 2030.
- Everyday amenities already there. Thomson Plaza supplies shopping and groceries, while Upper Thomson’s eateries give the neighbourhood an appeal beyond the condo gates.
- Nature nearby. Windsor Nature Park and the MacRitchie trails offer forest walks and longer weekend outings alongside the estate’s own recreation facilities.
- Family appeal. The developers identify Ai Tong School as within 1km of the site, though admission isn’t guaranteed. That adds a practical reason for families to consider the location.
For investors, these are also reasons a future owner-occupier might want the home. Our view: shortlist it, then judge the actual unit price against nearby resale alternatives. With 1,268 homes, layout, outlook and the walk from each block still matter.
Visit our Thomson Reserve microsite for the official price lists, actual floor plans and brochure as they become available.
