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Lucerne Grand Lakeside Drive Singapore CDL Review 2026
Lucerne Grand is a 575-unit 99LH new launch at Lakeside Drive, D22 OCR, by City Development Limited (CDL). Adjacent to Jurong Lake District (Singapore’s second CBD) and near Lakeside MRT (EWL). Preview 3Q 2026. CDL’s flagship West Singapore launch of 2026.
Lucerne Grand by City Development Limited (CDL) arrives at a pivotal moment for Singapore’s West corridor. The Jurong Lake District transformation — Singapore’s most ambitious urban project in a generation — is accelerating, and Lakeside Drive is among the most directly positioned addresses for the extraordinary value uplift that JLD will generate over the next decade and beyond.
WhatsApp Alvin Tan (CEA Reg. No. R072324C) for exclusive pricing & showflat appointments.
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Development Overview
| Project Name | Lucerne Grand |
| Developer | City Development Limited (CDL) |
| Tenure | 99-year leasehold |
| Location | Lakeside Drive, District 22 (OCR) |
| Total Units | 575 units |
| MRT | Lakeside MRT (EWL) |
| Target Preview | 3Q 2026 |
| Target Booking | 3Q 2026 |
Jurong Lake District: Singapore’s Largest Urban Transformation
The Jurong Lake District (JLD) is Singapore’s most significant urban development project outside the central area. Spanning 410 hectares, JLD will become Singapore’s second major economic hub — a mixed-use district combining offices, hotels, retail, entertainment, and residential, anchored by:
- New business district: Grade-A office towers, tech campuses, and financial institutions relocating to Singapore’s second CBD
- Integrated Resort: Singapore’s second integrated resort (IR2) anchored at the Jurong Lake waterfront — expected to generate massive employment and tourist footfall
- International Convention and Exhibition Centre: Competing with Suntec City and Marina Bay Sands for major MICE events
- Jurong East MRT Masternode: Already the third-busiest MRT interchange in Singapore, set to become even more connected with JRL additions
- Lakeside Garden expansion: Major park upgrade transforming Jurong Lake into a premium lakefront destination
JLD is to Jurong what Marina Bay was to Raffles Place in 2000 — a transformational anchor that will elevate surrounding residential values over 15-20 years. Properties within 2km of JLD (including Lakeside Drive) are positioned to capture this appreciation. Early buyers historically get the best entry before transformation becomes visible in valuations.
CDL Developer: Singapore’s Premier Build-Quality Standard
City Development Limited (CDL) is one of Singapore’s most respected developers with over 55 years of history:
- Recent launches: Tembusu Grand (638 units, D15 — strong sales), Irwell Hill Residences (540 units, D9 — fully sold), Canninghill Piers (696 units, D6 — 77% sold at launch)
- Green buildings: CDL is Singapore’s leading developer in sustainability — all projects target BCA Green Mark Gold and above
- MCST management: CDL’s estate management arm ensures professional long-term building maintenance
- Resale premium: CDL-branded developments consistently command 5-10% resale premium over comparable non-branded developments
Lakeside Living: Water Views & Nature Access
Lucerne Grand at Lakeside Drive offers residents:
- Jurong Lake views: Singapore’s largest urban freshwater lake — a rarity for OCR residential
- Lakeside Garden: 70-hectare lakeside park with jogging trails, cycling paths, and lakefront promenades
- Chinese Garden / Jurong Lake Gardens: UNESCO-adjacent botanical heritage
- Jurong East megamall cluster: JEM, Westgate, IMM — Singapore’s largest suburban shopping destination within 1 MRT stop
- Japanese Garden: Singapore’s largest Japanese-style garden
Investment Analysis 2026
Strong long-term case: (1) CDL brand quality — proven resale premium, (2) JLD proximity — 15-20 year value uplift trajectory underway, (3) Competitive OCR entry pricing vs comparable D15-D16 launches, (4) Lakeside waterfront views — irreplaceable natural asset, (5) Existing EWL connectivity + JRL additions coming, (6) 575-unit scale ensures active resale liquidity.
Rental Market
Lakeside Drive benefits from rental demand from:
- Jurong East office workers (Ng Teng Fong, International Business Park tenants)
- NTU students and faculty (JRL direct from Lakeside)
- Families near Chinese High School, Rulang Primary, Lakeside Primary
- Future JLD workers as the second CBD builds up
WhatsApp Alvin Tan (CEA Reg. No. R072324C) for exclusive pricing & showflat appointments.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the expected price of Lucerne Grand Singapore?
Based on comparable D22 launches (Copen Grand EC ~$1,080 psf; J’Den ~$2,450 psf at Jurong East; Luminar Grand ~$1,463 psf EC), Lucerne Grand as a private condo near Lakeside is expected to price competitively in the $2,000-$2,300 psf range. Official pricing at 3Q 2026 preview.
Is Lucerne Grand near Jurong East?
Lucerne Grand at Lakeside Drive is 1 MRT stop from Jurong East on the EWL — Singapore’s most important suburban interchange. Jurong East provides onward connections to the NSL (City Hall, Orchard) and JRL (NTU, Tengah, Choa Chu Kang). Effective CBD commute time is approximately 25-30 minutes.
What schools are near Lucerne Grand Lakeside?
Within 2km: Lakeside Primary, Rulang Primary, Chinese High School (Hwa Chong), Jurong Secondary, River Valley High School. The established school cluster is a key demand driver for D22 family buyers.
