The Cross Island Line (CRL) is one of Singapore’s most ambitious MRT expansions — and Turf City is right at the heart of its impact zone. With the upcoming Turf City MRT Station set to transform connectivity across Bukit Timah, analysts and buyers are already predicting a significant uplift in property values across the area.
This article breaks down the exact reasons why the CRL will reshape demand and long-term pricing for homes around Turf City.
👉 For an overview of the station itself, read:
Turf City MRT Station – A Game Changer for Bukit Timah
🔶 1️⃣ MRT Accessibility = Guaranteed Property Premiums
Across Singapore, properties within 400–500m of an MRT station historically enjoy a 5–15% price premium, according to industry studies. With the new CRL, Turf City gains a direct, high-speed rail link to:
Ang Mo Kio
Bright Hill
Clementi
Jurong Lake District
Hougang
Punggol
Pasir Ris
and eventually Changi Airport
This level of east-west, north-south connectivity is rare — and developers will price this into new launches from 2027 onward.
Residents will be able to reach major employment nodes, schools, and lifestyle hubs faster than ever.
🔶 2️⃣ Shorter Commutes Boost Buyer Demand
For families and professionals choosing between Bukit Timah, Holland, or Newton, Turf City’s biggest previous weakness was:
“No MRT access.”
The CRL eliminates that entirely.
Travel time projections:
Turf City ➝ AMK Hub: ~12 mins
Turf City ➝ Clementi: ~10 mins
Turf City ➝ Changi Airport: <35 mins (CRL Phase 3)
Turf City ➝ Punggol Digital District: ~20 mins
This positions Turf City not just as a premium Bukit Timah address, but as one of the best-connected new estates in central Singapore.
Connectivity is one of the strongest predictors of long-term price growth.
🔶 3️⃣ Higher Rental Demand in a Previously Underserved Area
Renters LOVE MRT access — especially expats, young professionals, and families with school-age children.
With the CRL, Turf City will attract tenants who previously preferred:
Holland Village
Stevens / Newton
Clementi
Buona Vista
Expect stronger rental yields for private condos here, especially with proximity to top schools and the future nature park.
👉 Related read:
Why Turf City Will Be Singapore’s Next Investment Hotspot
🔶 4️⃣ The MRT Will Anchor a Fully Integrated Township
Once completed, Turf City will function as a self-contained, car-lite township built around MRT access.
Families will enjoy:
Walkable routes to the station
Retail zones near the MRT node
Nature trails linking the station to homes
Shaded connectors and cycling paths
The future Turf City Nature Park will also be just minutes from the station, giving the area a Singapore-style “urban green spine”.
👉 Learn more:
Green Living at Turf City
🔶 5️⃣ Price Ripple Effect: Holland → Sixth Avenue → Turf City
Historically, Bukit Timah’s property pricing forms a cascading pattern:
Holland Village (mature, lifestyle-driven)
⬇
Sixth Avenue (elite school belt + landed enclave)
⬇
Turf City (new MRT + new township + nature)
As Turf City develops, it will begin to close the price gap — just like how:
Lentor caught up to Thomson
Bidadari caught up to Potong Pasir
Punggol caught up to Sengkang
New MRT lines always trigger a ripple effect, especially in central districts.
🔶 6️⃣ Developers Will Price in the MRT Premium
When land parcels launch from 2027 onward, developers will bid with the CRL premium in mind. Expect:
Higher land bids
More integrated developments
A strong focus on lifestyle + greenery + MRT access
Buyers entering early phases may benefit most from long-term appreciation.
🔶 7️⃣ Conclusion: The CRL Will Be the Biggest Price Driver for Turf City
The Cross Island Line is not just a transport project — it is the economic engine behind Turf City’s transformation. With improved accessibility, rental appeal, and township connectivity, Turf City is poised to become one of Singapore’s most desirable addresses in the next decade.
For families and investors alike, the CRL unlocks real, measurable value that will drive prices upward as the estate takes shape.
