Quick answer
LyndenWoods is CapitaLand Development's 343-unit, 99-year condominium — the first residential project in Singapore Science Park in four decades. It launched in July 2025 at an average of about $2,450 psf and sold over 94% of units on launch day, reflecting demand for its live-work-play positioning near Kent Ridge MRT.
Key facts
| Project name | LyndenWoods |
|---|---|
| Developer | CapitaLand Development |
| Location | Science Park Drive, District 5 |
| Region | Rest of Central Region (RCR) |
| Tenure | 99-year leasehold |
| Total units | 343, across two 24-storey towers (2–4 bedroom) |
| Expected TOP | [REQUIRES VERIFICATION] |
| Nearest MRT | Kent Ridge (Circle Line) |
| Launch pricing | Avg ~$2,450 psf; from ~$2,173–2,200 psf (Jul 2025) Sourced |
| Launch take-up | 324 of 343 units (94%+) sold on launch day (Jul 2025) |
| Status | Selling / substantially sold — check current availability |
Project overview
LyndenWoods anchors CapitaLand's repositioning of Science Park 1 into a mixed live-work-play precinct. Two 24-storey towers hold 343 units from two- to four-bedders — a compact project by today's standards, which supported its rapid sell-through. The buyer profile at launch skewed toward professionals connected to the Science Park, NUS and the medical cluster at Kent Ridge.
Location analysis
The draw is employment density: Science Park, NUS, the National University Hospital cluster and one-north are all within a short radius, with Kent Ridge MRT on the Circle Line providing the rail link. For families, the area's character is quieter and more institutional than a typical residential estate — excellent for professionals working nearby, thinner on heartland amenities like hawker centres and wet markets within walking distance. School positioning relative to MOE's distance rules should be checked per family. Verify per family
Who LyndenWoods may suit
- Professionals working in Science Park, NUS, NUH or one-north who want to live minutes from work
- Investors targeting the tenant pool those employers generate
- Buyers who value a compact, newer project over heartland conveniences
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- First residential entry into a major employment precinct — durable tenant demand
- Established developer in CapitaLand
- Small total unit count; less internal resale competition later
- Circle Line connectivity at Kent Ridge
Trade-offs
- RCR pricing — around $2,450 psf average at launch is a serious premium over family OCR options
- Precinct amenities are still building out; early residents live with that timeline
- Limited availability post-launch may mean less choice of stacks
- Quiet weekends: an employment district's rhythm isn't for everyone
Questions to ask before buying
- What units remain, at what current pricing — and how does that compare with launch-day averages?
- What is the contractual TOP date, and what's my housing plan until then?
- If investing: what are realistic rents for comparable one-north/Kent Ridge units today, not projected?
- How does this compare with resale in Pasir Panjang or Clementi for my budget?
Frequently asked questions
Over 94% of units sold on launch day in July 2025. Remaining availability changes continuously — message me and I'll check the current balance-unit position for you.
It can be, but the precinct is employment-led rather than heartland-style. Check your target schools against MOE distance rules and visit on a weekend to feel the area's rhythm before deciding.
Different propositions: LyndenWoods is an RCR employment-precinct play at a premium psf; Sora is an OCR family project with park frontage at lower psf. Which is "better" depends entirely on your commute, budget and family stage.
Sources
- CapitaLand news release — 324/343 units sold on launch day, avg $2,450 psf, project composition (capitaland.com, July 2025). Accessed 13 July 2026. Confirmed
- EdgeProp / Stacked Homes — launch pricing from ~$2,173–2,200 psf, Science Park context. Accessed 13 July 2026. Confirmed
- Expected TOP date. Requires verification with developer
Related: Sora overview · Otto Place EC overview · Resale vs new launch guide
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