The prime residential enclave on Emerald Hill is one of the most distinct freehold neighbourhoods off Orchard Road. No where else in Singapore boasts the same mix of conservation residential shophouses and luxury condominiums, next to the prime shopping belt. The homes here are rarely put up for sale since most of the conservation houses can easily fetch more than $10 million, and owners command exceptionally strong holding power. Even the condos in this neighbourhood, such as The Laurels and Urban Suites, typically fetch over $2,600 – $2,800 psf. Which is why the sale of a portfolio of 26 units at Residences at Emerald Hill, a luxury 33-unit condo at 119 Emerald Hill Road, caught my attention when the properties were put up for sale on April 16. It is also the type of units listed for sale that warrants attention, especially the four 3-storey townhouses that each span 5,788 sq ft and are priced from $11 million ($1,900 psf), as well as two duplex...