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The Essence

Listed by Winnie Lim Hui Nee, Associate Division Director — CEA R061623D (Huttons Asia Pte. Ltd, L3008899K)

Last updated: 17 June 2025

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🏡 The Essence – Boutique Condominium in District 26

The Essence is a 99-year leasehold boutique condominium situated at 1 Chong Kuo Road in Singapore's District 26. Developed by Chong Kuo Development Pte Ltd, a joint venture between Lian Soon Holdings Pte Ltd and OKP Land Pte Ltd, this low-rise development offers a tranquil living environment amidst lush greenery.


📍 Location & Accessibility

Address: 1 Chong Kuo Road, Singapore 779830

Nearest MRT: Approximately a 7-minute walk to Springleaf MRT Station (TE4) on the Thomson-East Coast Line, providing direct access to the city center.

Connectivity: Well-connected via major expressways including the Seletar Expressway (SLE), Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE), Central Expressway (CTE), and Pan Island Expressway (PIE).


🏗️ Development Details

Tenure: 99-year leasehold from 4 May 2018

Expected Completion: 2021

Total Units: 84 residential units across 2 blocks of 5 storeys

Unit Types & Sizes:

1-Bedroom + Study: 538–689 sq ft

2-Bedroom: 624–786 sq ft

2-Bedroom Premium: 700–1,001 sq ft

3-Bedroom: 1,044–1,389 sq ft

3-Bedroom Premium: 1,227–1,679 sq ft 


🏊 Facilities & Amenities

Residents can enjoy a range of facilities designed for comfort and leisure:

40m Lap Pool

Pool Deck

Gymnasium

BBQ Pavilion

Basement Car Park with 84 resident lots, 8 visitor lots, and 2 handicap lots.


🛍️ Nearby Amenities

Shopping & Dining:

Northpoint City

Sembawang Shopping Centre

Junction 9

Thomson Plaza

Education:

CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School

Peirce Secondary School

Mayflower Primary School

Ai Tong School

Recreation:

Springleaf Nature Park

Upper and Lower Seletar Reservoirs

Sembawang Country Club

Orchid Country Club


🌟 Unique Selling Points

Tranquil Environment: Nestled amidst lush greenery and nature reserves, offering a serene living experience.

Boutique Development: Low-density living with only 84 units, ensuring privacy and exclusivity.

Proximity to Nature: Close to Springleaf Nature Park and Seletar Reservoirs, ideal for nature lovers.

Convenient Access: Short walk to Springleaf MRT Station and easy connectivity via major expressways.

Factsheet about Property

Name:
The Essence
Developer:
Chong Kuo Development Pte Ltd
Type:
Condo
Total Units:
84
Location:
1 Chong Kuo Rd, The Essence, Singapore 779830
Tenure:
99 Years
Title:
The Essence

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✅ 1. Preschools / Kindergartens Nearby

My First Skool @ 54 Sembawang Road — ~1.3 km

PCF Sparkletots @ Nee Soon Central — ~1.8 km

E-Bridge Pre-School @ Canberra — ~3.0 km

Skool4Kidz Preschool @ Yishun — ~2.2 km

Little Footprints Preschool @ Yishun — ~2.5 km


✅ 2. Primary Schools (Within 1–3 km Radius)

Peiying Primary School — ~2.5 km

Naval Base Primary School — ~2.7 km

Huamin Primary School — ~2.9 km

Chongfu School — ~3.2 km (Highly sought-after in Yishun area)

Ahmad Ibrahim Primary School — ~3.6 km


✅ 3. Secondary Schools (Nearby)

Northbrooks Secondary School — ~2.4 km

Orchid Park Secondary School — ~2.6 km

Naval Base Secondary School — ~3.0 km

Yishun Secondary School — ~3.4 km

Northland Secondary School — ~3.6 km


✅ 4. Tertiary Institutions

Yishun Innova Junior College (YIJC) — ~3.9 km

Republic Polytechnic — ~4.0 km

ITE College Central (Ang Mo Kio) — ~7.0 km

Anderson Serangoon Junior College (ASRJC) — ~8.5 km

National University of Singapore (NUS) — ~19.0 km


✅ 5. International Schools Nearby

Sir Manasseh Meyer International School (SMMIS) — ~7.8 km

GEMS World Academy (Singapore) — ~9.0 km (IB Curriculum)

One World International School (OWIS) Suntec Campus — ~10.0 km

Stamford American International School (SAIS) — ~16.5 km

Australian International School — ~16.8 km


✅ 6. Enrichment & Learning Centres

Mind Stretcher @ Northpoint City (Yishun) — ~3.0 km

The Learning Lab @ Seletar Mall — ~8.5 km

Kumon @ Yishun — ~2.8 km

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Frequently asked about The Essence

Quick answers about the development, tenure, pricing, viewing, and how we work with buyers.

The Essence is located, at 1 Chong Kuo Rd, The Essence, Singapore 779830, in District 26 (Mandai / Upper Thomson) of Singapore.
The Essence is a 99-year leasehold development. Under Singapore's leasehold system, the land reverts to the State at the end of the lease term.
The Essence is sold out. TOP details are confirmed in the project's original sales materials.
The Essence is developed by Chong Kuo Development Pte Ltd, the appointed Singapore developer responsible for the project's design, construction, and sales.
The Essence comprises 84 residential units across the development.
Indicative prices at The Essence start from S$748K and range up to S$862K. Final prices are confirmed at booking and vary by unit type, floor, and view; contact us via the enquiry form for the latest unit-by-unit price list.
The showflat for The Essence is reserved for registered viewers. Sign up via the enquiry form on this page and we'll send you the Google Maps location, viewing times, and direct contact for VIP showflat access. Walk-ins without an appointment are typically not permitted.
Yes. Tap the Compare Property button on this page to place The Essence side-by-side with up to three other developments. The comparison covers price, unit sizes, tenure, developer, and TOP.
Developer-issued discounts at The Essence change with each phase of release. Speak with our licensed agent via the enquiry form on this page for the latest discount structure, early-bird pricing, and any stamp duty subsidies on offer.
All new launch transactions in Singapore are routed through CEA-licensed salespersons. AI Property represents buyers in negotiation with the developer of The Essence. To engage us, email hello@aiproperty.sg with your NRIC (front and back), contact number, email address, and the unit number you're interested in.
Submit your contact details via the registration form on this page and our agent will arrange a personalised VIP viewing of The Essence. VIP viewings cover the showflat, available units, floor plans, and developer pricing not yet public.
Available floor plans, schematics, unit mix breakdowns, and the project factsheet for The Essence are published on this page as soon as they're released by the developer. Sign up for project updates and you'll be notified the moment new materials go live.
For Singapore citizens and PRs buying a private residential property like The Essence, the standard minimum down payment under the 75% loan-to-value (LTV) limit is 25% of the purchase price. The first 5% is paid in cash at booking when the developer issues the Option to Purchase (OTP). The remaining 20% is payable when the OTP is exercised, sourced from cash and/or CPF Ordinary Account. Foreigners follow the same 25% down payment structure but cannot use CPF. Speak to our licensed agent for an individual TDSR calculation.
ABSD on a private residential purchase in Singapore including The Essence is 0% for a Singapore citizen's first property, 20% for a citizen's second, and 30% for a third or more. PRs pay 5% on their first property and 30% on their second. Foreigners pay 60% on any property. ABSD remission is available for couples where one spouse is a Singapore citizen, subject to conditions including selling existing properties within 6 months. Final rates are set by IRAS at the time of purchase.
BSD on The Essence is calculated on a tiered sliding scale set by IRAS: 1% on the first S$180,000, 2% on the next S$180,000, 3% on the next S$640,000, 4% on the next S$500,000, 5% on the next S$1.5M, and 6% on the amount above S$3M. BSD is payable to IRAS within 14 days of signing the purchase contract. Any Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) is on top of BSD, not instead of it.
To book a unit at The Essence: (1) Register your interest via the enquiry form on this page. (2) Our agent sends the latest price list, floor plans, and unit availability. (3) Confirm your selection and submit the 5% Option Fee (cheque or PayNow). (4) The developer issues the Option to Purchase (OTP), with the Sale & Purchase Agreement typically delivered within 14 days. (5) Exercise the OTP within roughly 3 weeks of receiving the S&PA by paying the remaining 20% (balance of the 25% down payment) and signing the agreement. The full process from booking to S&PA signing usually takes 3 to 6 weeks.
Monthly maintenance fees at The Essence are payable to the Management Corporation Strata Title (MCST) once the development is completed. Across Singapore, mass-market new launches typically fall between S$300 and S$800 per month for a 3-bedroom unit, while luxury developments with extensive facilities (concierge, multiple pools, sky lounges) frequently exceed S$1,500 per month. Exact fees depend on unit share value, development size, and facility scope. The first year's contribution is usually paid in advance at completion. Our agent provides the exact MCST budget for The Essence once the developer publishes it.
Yes. For The Essence, eligible Singapore citizens and PRs can fund the purchase with a combination of cash, CPF Ordinary Account (OA) funds, and a bank loan, subject to the Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) cap of 55% of gross monthly income. The standard split is 5% cash + 20% CPF or cash for the down payment, with the remaining 75% via a bank loan. MAS allows a maximum private-property loan tenure of 35 years, but tenures over 30 years (or that extend past age 65) face reduced LTV limits. Foreigners cannot use CPF and must rely on cash plus a bank loan.
Buying The Essence as a new launch differs from a resale condo purchase in three main ways. First, payment is progressive: instead of paying the full price upfront, payments are staged (5%, 20%, then construction-milestone instalments). Second, new launches ship with the developer's full fittings, warranty, and current building specifications. Third, while Buyer's Stamp Duty and ABSD apply identically to both, new launches give early-bird buyers access to preferred units, floors, and views at the official launch price. Resale condos move faster (immediate possession) but lack the construction-period payment flexibility.