From Collective Sale
to New Development.
Thomson Reserve's story began with a collective sale — S$810 million, five attempts over 17 years, and a buyer consortium (Tamarind Development Pte. Ltd.) of three publicly listed developers with a combined portfolio spanning 100+ years of Singapore construction.
What is Thomson Reserve?
Thomson Reserve is a forthcoming 99-year leasehold condominium at 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 Bright Hill Drive, District 20, Singapore. It replaces the former Thomson View estate, which was sold collectively in October 2025 for S$810 million. The new development, by Tamarind Development Pte. Ltd. (a joint venture between UOL Group, CapitaLand Development, and Singapore Land Group), will house exactly 1,268 units across 6 residential towers (four 21-storey Classic Collection & two 30-storey Luxury Collection). The site spans ~51,567 sqm (~555,066 sq ft) with a plot ratio of 2.1, and the anticipated Temporary Occupation Permit is 2030. One defining characteristic is its ~2-minute sheltered walk to Upper Thomson MRT Station on the Thomson-East Coast Line, making it one of the most transit-connected new launches in the district.
How We Got Here
Thomson View Takes Shape
The original Thomson View Condominium is completed — a modest estate of 200 apartments, 54 townhouses, and a single shop unit. It served the Upper Thomson community for roughly four decades.
The Collective Sale Effort
Owners banded together to explore a collective sale. The estate went through five attempts over 17 years — a duration that illustrates the difficulty of achieving the 80% consensus required for a successful enbloc under Singapore law. Valuation disagreements, hold-out owners, and shifting market conditions were the typical hurdles.
S$810 Million — Acquisition Completed
An STB stop order was issued in March 2025. Justice Audrey Lim approved the sale on 1 July 2025. The acquisition was completed on 2 October 2025 at S$810 million, translating to approximately S$1,178 per square foot per plot ratio. The buyer consortium: Tamarind Development Pte. Ltd. (UOL Group, Singapore Land Group, CapitaLand Development). The plot ratio is 2.1.
Targeted Showflat Preview
The showflat preview is targeted for October 2026. Registered parties will receive priority access to official floor plans, indicative pricing, and unit selection before the public preview. There is no cost to register and no obligation to purchase. All units are sold at direct developer prices — no commission is payable by buyers.
Who Is Building This?
UOL Group Limited
S$20 Billion Asset BaseUOL brings more than six decades of development experience across residential, commercial, and hospitality assets. Their recent residential track record includes the fully subscribed AMO Residence and The Tre Ver. What distinguishes UOL is their insistence on design-forward projects that do not compromise on build quality — a philosophy that resonates with buyers who value construction standards.
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CapitaLand Development
Asia's Leading DeveloperAs the development division of CapitaLand Investment, CLD operates at a scale few can match. Their expertise in creating integrated master-planned communities — combining retail, office, residential, and public spaces — brings an integrated planning approach to Thomson Reserve. This means retail, transport, and residential amenities are planned as a single system rather than separate add-ons.
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Singapore Land Group
Listed Since 1971SingLand has witnessed and shaped Singapore's transformation from a developing port city to a modern city. Their institutional memory and deep relationships with local stakeholders provide an intangible advantage — they understand District 20 not as a market segment, but as a community with its own rhythms and preferences.
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Ten Considerations for This Location
Upper Thomson MRT (TE8) is approximately 100m from the site entrance, roughly a 2-minute sheltered walk to Exit 2. No road crossings are needed.
Ai Tong School is within 1km, giving ballot priority in Phase 2C.
Bright Hill (TE7) will become a TEL×CRL interchange in 2030.
The site spans ~51,567 sqm (~555,066 sq ft) with a plot ratio of 2.1.
MacRitchie Reservoir is approximately a 12-minute walk.
Thomson Plaza sits directly opposite the site.
Upper Thomson's food and cafe belt runs along the road between the site and the reservoir.
A fresh 99-year lease from 2026 versus ageing 1980s and 1990s stock nearby.
Three publicly listed developers (UOL, CapitaLand, SingLand) forming Tamarind Development Pte. Ltd.
Estimated maintenance fees are S$320–900 per month depending on unit size across 1,268 units with full facilities.
MacRitchie Reservoir — approximately 12 minutes on foot from the site entrance.
Quick Facts About the Project
What depends on the 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 Bright Hill Drive address?
Thomson Reserve is a 99-year leasehold condominium located at 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11 Bright Hill Drive in District 20. It will feature 1,268 residential units across a ~51,567 sqm (~555,066 sq ft) site.
Who are the developers behind this?
Tamarind Development Pte. Ltd., a joint venture between UOL Group Limited, Singapore Land Group Limited, and CapitaLand Development Pte. Ltd.
When is the project expected to complete?
The Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) is targeted around 2030. Target showflat preview is scheduled for October 2026.
How many units will there be and what types?
Exactly 1,268 units: 1,066 units (84%) in the Classic Collection (2BR & 3BR variants) and 202 units (16%) in the Luxury Collection (4BR & 5BR Suite variants with private lifts).
What was the enbloc sale price and timeline?
The collective sale concluded on 2 October 2025 at S$810 million (S$1,178 psf ppr) for the 2.1 plot ratio site.