Executive Summary
Both Thomson Reserve and Lentor Gardens Residences sit along the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL), but cater to distinct lifestyle preferences. Thomson Reserve in Upper Thomson (District 20) offers 1,268 units on a ~51,567 sqm (~555,066 sq ft) site with a plot ratio of 2.1, developed by Tamarind Development (UOL, SingLand, CapitaLand). It combines immediate access to Upper Thomson MRT (TE8), MacRitchie Reservoir nature trails, and premier primary schools like Ai Tong. Lentor Gardens Residences in District 26 forms part of the emerging Lentor Hills precinct, offering modern planned infrastructure but surrounded by multiple simultaneous new launch clusters.
Comparison Breakdown
| Feature | Thomson Reserve | Lentor Gardens Residences |
|---|---|---|
| District | District 20 (Upper Thomson) | District 26 (Lentor) |
| Site Area | ~51,567 sqm (~555,066 sq ft) | ~21,800 sqm |
| Plot Ratio | 2.1 (Sanctuary Density) | 2.1 to 3.0 |
| Total Units | 1,268 units | ~530 units |
| Developer | Tamarind Dev (UOL/SingLand/CapitaLand) | GuocoLand / Hong Leong |
| Nearest MRT | Upper Thomson MRT TE8 (Direct Adjacent) | Lentor MRT TE5 (~4-min walk) |
| Primary School 1km | Ai Tong School (Within 1km) | CHST St Nicholas / Anderson |
*Data confirmed by official developer documentation, dated July 2026.
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