Singapore Property Market Outlook H2 2026: Supply Wave, Rate Easing and What to Watch

by Lovelyhomes Editorial Team | May 16, 2026 | Investment Analysis, Market News, Price Trends, Property Investment, Property News

Quick Answer: Singapore Property Market H2 2026

Q1 2026 private residential prices (URA PPI) rose an estimated 0.8–1.2% quarter-on-quarter — a continued moderation from the 2021–2022 peak, consistent with the government’s stated aim of sustainable growth.
New home sales rebounded to roughly 3,400 units in Q1 2026 — the strongest quarter since late 2022 — driven by launches including Hudson Place Residences and a pipeline of OCR projects attracting HDB upgraders.
Record supply wave: an estimated 12,400 private residential units are projected to complete in 2026, nearly 65% above the 10-year average. This is the largest single-year pipeline in over a decade.
SORA 3-month has declined from a peak of ~3.72% in early 2024 to approximately 2.48% in April 2026, and is forecast to ease further to 2.30–2.40% by year-end as the US Federal Reserve continues its gradual easing cycle.
The May 2026 EC cooling measures (raising the EC income ceiling to S$16,000 and extending EC MOP) may boost near-term EC demand but reduce second-hand private condo demand at the upgrader tier.
The HDB resale market remains supported by the large MOP cohort (13,484 units in 2026) but faces price headwinds from higher supply and more stringent HDB Plus/Prime resale restrictions.
Investment property outlook: continued compression of gross yields toward the mortgage rate makes leveraged residential investment increasingly return-dependent on capital appreciation rather than income.
Key risk for H2 2026: any reversal of US Federal Reserve easing (e.g., re-acceleration of inflation) that pushes SORA back above 3% would materially increase holding costs and could trigger price corrections in the upper-OCR / RCR segments.

Where Singapore Property Stands at Mid-2026

Singapore’s private residential market enters the second half of 2026 in a state of controlled equilibrium. Prices are stable but not falling; transaction volumes have recovered from the 2023–2024 trough; and the government has maintained its full suite of demand-side cooling measures without any signal of relaxation. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) Q1 2026 flash estimate (released 1 April 2026) showed the Private Residential Property Price Index up approximately 0.8–1.2% quarter-on-quarter — consistent with the 1.0–1.5% per-quarter trend observed since cooling measures were tightened in April 2023.

The headline stability, however, masks significant divergences by segment. Mass-market OCR condominiums have outperformed CCR and RCR on both price growth and transaction volumes, driven by HDB upgrader demand from the record MOP cohort documented in our guide to the HDB MOP Supply Bumper 2026. CCR properties, weighed by the 60% foreigner ABSD and a narrowing pool of domestic investors at current yields, have shown minimal price movement since 2023.

Singapore private residential PPI and new home sales quarterly 2021 to 2026 forecast — Figure 1: Singapore Private Residential PPI and New Home Sales Q1 2021 – Q4 2026 (Forecast). Sources: URA, editorial projections. Past data is approximate; Q2–Q4 2026 are projections, not official URA forecasts.

The Supply Wave: A Record 12,400 Completions in 2026

The single most consequential factor for the H2 2026 outlook is supply. As a result of the government’s aggressive Government Land Sales (GLS) programme from 2021 to 2023, an estimated 12,400 private residential units are slated for completion in 2026 — approximately 65% above the 10-year average of around 7,500 units per year. The pipeline remains elevated in 2027 at roughly 10,800 units before reverting toward average in 2028. This sustained supply injection is the primary mechanism the government is relying upon to contain price inflation without deploying further demand-side cooling measures.

For renters and rental investors, the supply wave is already visible in the data. As reported in our analysis of the Singapore Private Rental Market Q1 2026, the URA non-landed rental index rose just 0.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q1 2026 — a near-plateau after three years of double-digit annual rental growth. CCR vacancy rates have risen above 10%, and RCR vacancy is approaching that level. OCR remains tighter at 7–9%, supported by HDB upgrader demand and expat families seeking suburban accommodation near international schools.

For owner-occupiers purchasing new launches in H2 2026, the supply wave is a neutral-to-positive factor: more choice, potentially more negotiating power on developer pricing, and a broader resale comparables base when they eventually sell. For investors relying on capital appreciation, the supply headwind is real — historically, periods of above-average residential completions in Singapore have correlated with softer PPI growth in the 12–24 months following peak supply.

The Rate Path: SORA Easing Creates Affordability Tailwind

Singapore residential completion pipeline 2022 to 2028 and SORA mortgage rate path H2 2026 — Figure 2: Residential Supply Pipeline 2022–2028 (left) and SORA 3M / Indicative Mortgage Rate Path 2024–H2 2026 (right). Sources: MAS, industry data, editorial projections.

The Singapore Overnight Rate Average (SORA) — the benchmark for most floating-rate home loans since the phase-out of SIBOR — has fallen from approximately 3.72% (3-month compounded) in early 2024 to around 2.48% as of May 2026. Most analysts project a further decline to 2.30–2.40% by end-2026, contingent on the US Federal Reserve executing two additional 25-basis-point cuts in the second half of the year.

For borrowers on SORA-pegged mortgages (the majority of floating-rate borrowers), this translates into indicative all-in mortgage rates declining from around 3.9–4.2% in early 2024 toward 3.2–3.4% by Q4 2026 — a reduction of roughly 60–80 basis points from peak. On a S$900,000 mortgage over 25 years, this corresponds to monthly instalment savings of approximately S$280–360, meaningfully improving affordability and reducing the cash-flow subsidy required for investment properties.

Borrowers considering whether to refinance or reprice in H2 2026 should weigh the remaining lock-in period and clawback provisions against the declining rate environment. With SORA continuing to ease, there is an argument for delaying a fixed-rate lock-in and remaining on SORA until rates stabilise.

EC Cooling Measures and the Upgrader Pipeline

The Ministry of National Development (MND) announced adjustments to Executive Condominium (EC) rules on 8 May 2026, raising the household income ceiling to S$16,000 (from S$14,000) and extending the EC resale MOP. Our analysis of the EC Cooling Measures May 2026 examined the demand implications in detail. The income ceiling increase is expected to draw some households who previously opted for private condos into the EC segment — a market segment that combines public housing pricing with private amenities — potentially softening demand for the lower end of the OCR private condo market in the S$1.3–1.8M range.

At the same time, the extended MOP for ECs means that the supply of EC units coming to the open market will be deferred — a modest support factor for OCR private prices in the medium term. The net effect on private condo prices is likely to be a modest negative for the S$1.3–1.8M tier but neutral for higher price points.

HDB Resale: Supported by MOP Wave, Restrained by Plus/Prime Rules

The HDB resale market has performed strongly in the first half of 2026, with transaction volumes elevated by the largest MOP cohort on record and the continued million-dollar flat phenomenon (with City Vue @ Henderson setting a S$1.728M record in April 2026). However, the introduction of the HDB Plus and Prime classification (effective from the February 2023 BTO exercise) introduces a structural change in the resale market that will become more visible from 2033 onwards: Plus and Prime flats, when they come to the open resale market, will face income-ceiling restrictions and (for Prime) Singapore-Citizen-only buyer eligibility, which may compress price discovery versus unrestricted Standard resale flats.

In the near term (H2 2026), the HDB resale market remains supported. Demand from buyers priced out of the private market, the continuing Proximity Housing Grant (PHG) of up to S$30,000, and a sustained supply of Standard-classified resale flats from the 2021 MOP cohort all point to stable transaction volumes at 25,000–27,000 transactions per year.

Summary Table: H2 2026 Market Segment Outlook

Segment	Price Momentum	Volume Outlook	Key Drivers / Risks
OCR Private Condo	+1–2% pa	Stable–Up	HDB upgrader demand; supply headwind; EC competition
RCR Private Condo	+0.5–1% pa	Stable	Vacancy rising; SORA easing helps; limited new launches
CCR Private Condo	0–0.5% pa	Flat–Down	60% foreign ABSD; yield compression; investor retreat
HDB Resale	+2–4% pa	Up	Large MOP cohort; million-dollar segment active; grants support
Executive Condo (new)	+1–3% pa	Up	Income ceiling raised to S$16k; 2 EC sites in 1H GLS
Landed Residential	+1–2% pa	Stable	Citizen-only buying; tight supply; limited investment demand
Private Rental Market	–1–2% pa	Stable	Supply wave landing; vacancy rising; rent-to-income limits

Worked Example: What Easing Rates Mean for a H2 2026 Purchaser

Consider a Singapore Citizen family (the Tans) looking to buy a S$1.4M 3-bedroom OCR condo in Q3 2026 as their first private residential property. They have S$350,000 in downpayment funds (25% of purchase price) and will borrow S$1,050,000 at an indicative floating rate of 3.30% per annum (SORA + spread, as at Q3 2026 projection).

Monthly instalment: S$5,098 (S$1.05M over 25 years at 3.30% pa)
TDSR check: household income required at 55% cap = S$9,269/month minimum; Tan family income S$14,000/month → TDSR 36.4% — passes comfortably.
BSD: S$37,600 on S$1.4M (first S$180k × 1% + next S$180k × 2% + next S$640k × 3% + remaining S$400k × 4%)
ABSD: Nil (first property for Singapore Citizens)
Total cash at completion: Downpayment S$350,000 + BSD S$37,600 + legal fees ~S$4,500 = approximately S$392,100

Compared to an equivalent purchase in Q1 2024 (mortgage rate ~4.1%), the lower rate saves approximately S$350/month — S$105,000 over 25 years in interest, all else equal. The rate tailwind is meaningful for first-time buyers; for investors, it reduces but does not eliminate the negative cash-flow problem at current CCR and RCR yield levels.

What Might Come Next: Key Signals to Watch in H2 2026

Several catalysts could shift the H2 2026 outlook materially in either direction. On the upside, a larger-than-expected US Federal Reserve rate cut cycle could bring SORA below 2% and re-stimulate investor demand that has been dormant since 2022; the launch of major integrated developments (including Sim Lian’s Holland Plain dual-parcel project and potential launches in the Greater Southern Waterfront) could drive a new round of price discovery in the S$2,500–3,500 psf range; and continued strong employment growth in financial services and tech could sustain rental demand at the upper end of the market.

On the downside, a re-acceleration of US inflation forcing the Fed to pause or reverse easing (which occurred briefly in Q1 2024) would push SORA back toward 3% and materially worsen affordability; the record completion pipeline landing simultaneously with rising vacancy could depress rental rates below what investors have modelled; and any policy signal from the government that it is considering further demand-side measures (such as tightening the ABSD for Singapore Citizens on second properties above 20%) would immediately dampen transaction volumes.

The most likely base case for H2 2026 is a continuation of the current equilibrium: private residential prices flat-to-up 1–2% per annum in OCR and HDB resale, moderate transaction volumes, and a gradual improvement in affordability as SORA eases. This is not a bull market for property investors, but it is a stable environment for genuine owner-occupiers looking to buy well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Singapore property prices fall in H2 2026?

A broad price correction in Singapore residential property in H2 2026 is not the base-case outlook. The government has consistently demonstrated its willingness to deploy cooling measures to prevent sharp price increases but has not historically used them as a tool to drive prices down. The supply wave and moderating rents create headwinds, but the sustained demand from HDB upgraders and first-time private buyers, combined with easing interest rates, provides a floor. The most vulnerable segments to modest price softening are high-end CCR condominiums (where investment demand has retreated) and rental-heavy RCR units where vacancy is rising. Broad OCR and HDB resale prices are expected to remain stable to modestly positive.

Is now a good time to buy a private condo in Singapore?

For genuine owner-occupiers buying their first or only property, H2 2026 offers a reasonable entry environment: interest rates are declining from their 2023–2024 peak, there is more supply choice than at any time since 2014, and developers are offering more flexible payment schemes and occasional price adjustments on slower-moving units. For investors buying a second residential property (attracting 20% ABSD for Singapore Citizens), the break-even analysis is less compelling — the ABSD alone requires 7+ years of net rental income to recover at current yield levels. The Rental Yield vs Capital Gain guide provides a detailed worked example for investment property decision-making.

How does the 2026 GLS supply wave affect new launch prices?

The 1H 2026 GLS Confirmed List (released December 2025) provides for approximately 4,575 private residential units across nine confirmed sites — 50% above the 10-year average. Historically, a surge in land supply has tempered developer bids (land prices), which in turn constrains the launch prices developers can profitably offer. The Holland Plain Parcel B tender result — where Sim Lian was the sole bidder at S$1,491 psf ppr — illustrates this dynamic: even for a prime District 10 site, developers are bidding cautiously when the land pipeline is generous. This suggests new launch prices in H2 2026 are unlikely to see the sharp upside surprises seen during the 2021–2022 supply drought period.

What is the rental market outlook for H2 2026?

Singapore’s private rental market is transitioning from a supply-deficit landlord’s market (2020–2023) toward a more balanced market as the completion pipeline lands. The URA non-landed rental index — which rose approximately 50% cumulatively between 2020 and 2023 — has essentially plateaued since Q3 2024. In H2 2026, the accelerating supply wave (12,400 completions projected for full year) is expected to increase vacancy further in CCR and RCR and keep rental growth near zero or mildly negative across most segments. OCR and HDB remain tighter, supported by the HDB upgrader cohort — families who have sold their HDB flat but are waiting for their new private purchase to complete often rent in the interim.

Should I lock in a fixed-rate mortgage now or wait for SORA to fall further?

The answer depends on your risk profile and how much further you expect SORA to fall. With SORA at approximately 2.48% (May 2026) and projected at 2.30–2.40% by year-end, most fixed-rate packages are currently priced at 3.0–3.3% per annum for a 2-year lock-in — which does not represent a compelling premium over a SORA-pegged floating package (currently 3.0–3.5% depending on the spread). If you believe SORA will fall below 2% within 12–18 months (which would require aggressive Fed easing), staying on a floating rate makes sense. If you prioritise payment certainty and are concerned about upside rate surprises, a 2-year fixed package at 3.0–3.2% provides a reasonable hedge. The Refinancing Singapore 2026 guide walks through the break-even analysis.

What are the biggest risks to Singapore property in H2 2026?

The three principal risks to the Singapore property outlook in H2 2026 are: (1) a re-acceleration of US inflation forcing the Federal Reserve to maintain or raise rates, which would push SORA back toward 3% and significantly worsen affordability for mortgaged households; (2) a sharper-than-expected vacancy increase in the private rental market causing rental income to fall below what investors have underwritten, triggering some forced selling; and (3) an unexpected government policy tightening — such as an increase in the ABSD for Singapore Citizens on second residential properties above the current 20%. None of these is the base case, but all are plausible tail risks that property investors should model into their downside scenarios.

How does the HDB Plus/Prime classification affect the resale market outlook?

In the near term (2026–2032), the impact is limited — the first Plus and Prime cohorts from the February 2023 BTO exercise will not MOP until around 2033. From 2033 onwards, however, the structural change becomes significant: Plus and Prime resale flats will only be buyable by income-ceiling-eligible households, and Prime resale flats are restricted to Singapore Citizens only. This narrows the effective buyer pool relative to unrestricted Standard resale flats. Property investors or upgraders holding Standard resale flats will be in a structurally stronger position than those whose eventual exit is via a Plus or Prime resale — a point that is often overlooked in discussions of the RFC framework’s impact on resale market dynamics.

Disclaimer

This article is a market analysis and commentary for informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, or a solicitation to buy or sell any property or financial instrument. All price indices, transaction volumes, SORA projections, and market forecasts are editorial estimates based on publicly available data from URA, HDB, and MAS, and are subject to significant uncertainty. Past market performance is not indicative of future results. Consult a licensed financial adviser and property professional before making any investment or purchase decision.

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Singapore Private Rental Market Q1 2026: Rents Ease 0.3% as Supply Wave Arrives

by Lovelyhomes Editorial Team | May 15, 2026 | Investment Analysis, Market News, Price Trends, Property News, Rental Market Trends

ABSD Singapore — short for Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty — is the single largest upfront cost most buyers face when purchasing a second (or third, or fourth) residential property in Singapore. If you are buying as a foreigner, ABSD can add 60% of the purchase price to your cost. If you are a Singapore Citizen buying your second property, that figure is 20%. Get this number wrong in your budgeting, and you can very quickly wipe out years of planning.

This guide walks you through exactly how ABSD works in 2026 — who pays, how much, how it is calculated, what remissions are available, and the legitimate strategies property buyers use to manage it. All figures reflect the Government’s 27 April 2023 cooling measures, which remain the applicable framework. For the latest rates, always check the IRAS Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty page.

Quick Answer — ABSD at a glance

Singapore Citizens: 0% on 1st property, 20% on 2nd, 30% on 3rd+
Singapore PRs: 5% / 30% / 35%
Foreigners: 60% on any residential property
Companies, trusts and other entities: 65%
ABSD is payable within 14 days of signing the Option to Purchase (OTP) or Sale & Purchase Agreement.

What is ABSD and Why Does It Exist?

ABSD is a transaction tax levied on the buyer when acquiring a residential property in Singapore. It sits on top of the regular Buyer’s Stamp Duty (BSD) that every buyer pays. Where BSD is progressive and maxes out at 6% for the portion of price above S$3 million, ABSD is a flat rate applied to the entire purchase price or market value (whichever is higher).

The tax was introduced in December 2011 as part of the Government’s suite of cooling measures — the tools Singapore uses to moderate speculative demand, manage affordability for owner-occupiers, and prevent the kind of runaway price inflation seen in other global cities. Because it targets second-and-subsequent-property buyers and non-citizens disproportionately, ABSD is the single most powerful lever in the cooling-measures toolbox. You can read more about the broader framework in our Property Cooling Measures section.

ABSD Rates in Singapore (2026)

The table below sets out the ABSD rates currently in force. Rates apply based on the profile of the buyer at the time the Option to Purchase (OTP) is granted.

ABSD rates by buyer profile — applicable to OTPs granted on or after 27 April 2023.

Buyer Profile	1st Residential Property	2nd Residential Property	3rd & Subsequent
Singapore Citizen (SC)	0%	20%	30%
Singapore Permanent Resident (SPR)	5%	30%	35%
Foreigner (non-PR individual)	60%	60%	60%
Entity (e.g. company, trustee for a trust)	65%	65%	65%
Housing developer	40%*	40%*	40%*

* 5% of a developer’s ABSD is non-remittable. The remaining 35% is remittable subject to conditions, including selling all units in a qualifying project within five years.

How ABSD is Calculated — A Worked Example

ABSD is applied to the higher of the purchase price or the market value of the property. It is not charged on a tiered basis — the full rate applies to the entire amount.

Example: A Singapore Citizen couple already owns their first home (a 4-room HDB flat). They decide to buy a S$2,000,000 resale condominium in District 15 as an upgrader investment. ABSD on the second property for a Singapore Citizen is 20%.

Purchase price: S$2,000,000
ABSD (20%): S$400,000
BSD (progressive, on S$2m): approximately S$64,600
Total stamp duty payable: S$464,600

That S$400,000 ABSD alone would consume most of the typical upgrader’s CPF and cash reserves. This is why many Singaporean couples take the ‘sell first, buy second’ upgrade route — selling the existing HDB or condo before buying the next home — which we cover later in this guide.

Who Pays ABSD? Exemptions and Special Cases

ABSD applies when you purchase an additional residential property. Commercial property, industrial property, and pure-land parcels are not within its scope. A property is counted toward your “property count” if:

You hold the title as a sole owner, joint tenant, or tenant-in-common;
You are a beneficial owner via a trust;
You are a beneficiary of an estate that holds residential property.

Properties not counted include: properties you merely reside in but do not own (e.g. as a tenant), inherited shares in a deceased estate within the administration period, and certain industrial/commercial units.

Executive Condominiums (ECs)

For new ECs bought directly from the developer during the minimum occupation period of the scheme, ABSD is not triggered because the buyer must commit to an owner-occupier arrangement. ABSD rules apply normally if an EC is purchased on the resale market after its 5-year MOP and 10-year privatisation milestones.

Free Trade Agreement (FTA) Nationals

Citizens and Permanent Residents of countries with which Singapore has an FTA extending National Treatment on stamp duty — namely Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, and United States citizens — are accorded the same ABSD treatment as Singapore Citizens. An eligible US citizen buying their first Singapore residential property therefore pays 0% ABSD, not 60%.

ABSD Remission Schemes — How to Get Some (or All) of It Back

Several remission schemes let qualifying buyers claim back part or all of the ABSD they initially pay. The big three to know are:

1. Married Couple Remission (Sale of First Residential Property)

If a Singapore Citizen (or mixed SC & SPR, SC & foreigner) couple buys a replacement home before selling their existing one, they can apply for ABSD remission provided they sell the first property within six months of the later of (a) the date of purchase of the replacement property, or (b) the TOP/CSC date if buying an uncompleted unit. This is effectively a “grace period” that allows upgraders to move without double-paying ABSD.

2. Mixed-Nationality Married Couples

An SC spouse married to a foreigner buying a matrimonial home jointly can enjoy SC rates (rather than foreigner rates) if the property will be used as their matrimonial home and conditions are met. Again, for a first joint home this means 0% ABSD.

3. Developer ABSD Remission

Licensed housing developers pay 40% ABSD upfront (5% non-remittable, 35% remittable) on land purchased for residential development. The 35% is remittable upon meeting development and sales conditions — typically completing the project and selling all units within 5 years.

Remissions must be applied for within strict timeframes (usually 14 days of the triggering event). We strongly recommend engaging a conveyancing lawyer who is experienced in stamp-duty remission applications before signing any OTP where remission will be relied upon.

ABSD vs BSD: What is the Difference?

Every property purchase in Singapore attracts Buyer’s Stamp Duty (BSD), which is a progressive tax on the purchase price:

1% on the first S$180,000
2% on the next S$180,000
3% on the next S$640,000
4% on the next S$500,000
5% on the next S$1,500,000
6% on the portion above S$3,000,000 (residential only)

BSD applies to every buyer; ABSD is the additional layer that may or may not apply depending on your citizenship status and property count. BSD and ABSD are payable together, within 14 days of signing the OTP.

The History of ABSD in Singapore (2011–2026)

Understanding how we arrived at today’s ABSD rates helps you anticipate where the Government may go next. The key milestones:

December 2011: ABSD introduced. Foreigners paid 10%; entities 10%; SPRs 3% on 2nd property; SCs 3% on 3rd+.
January 2013: First major hike. Foreigners to 15%, entities 15%, SPRs 5%/10%, SCs 7%/10% on 2nd/3rd.
July 2018: Rates raised again amid a reflating market. Foreigners to 20%, entities to 25%.
December 2021: Another round. Foreigners to 30%, entities to 35%, SPR 2nd property to 25%, SC 2nd to 17% / 3rd to 25%.
April 2023: The current regime. Foreigners doubled to 60%, entities to 65%, SPR 2nd to 30%, SC 2nd to 20%.

Each tightening has coincided with a period of accelerating private-residential price growth. For a full chronology including LTV, SSD and TDSR changes, see our comprehensive Property Cooling Measures archive.

How to Legally Minimise Your ABSD Bill

ABSD is not optional, but there are a handful of legitimate strategies buyers use to reduce the amount payable or to avoid triggering higher rates:

Sell first, then buy. For couples upgrading, timing the sale of your existing HDB or condo before the purchase of the next means you never hold two properties simultaneously and therefore pay 0% ABSD on the new first home (as an SC).
Use the matrimonial home remission. A mixed SC–foreigner couple buying their matrimonial home jointly enjoys SC rates if structured correctly.
Decouple responsibly. Where one spouse transfers their share of an existing property to the other, only the transferring spouse is freed to buy a second property as a “first” purchase. Decoupling has legal, CPF refund, and mortgage implications — always take specialist advice first.
Consider commercial or industrial property instead. Commercial and industrial properties do not attract ABSD. They have their own financing, GST, and tax considerations — but for investors focused on yield, they are worth analysing. See our Property Investment section for how commercial yields compare with residential.
Look offshore for second and third properties. Singaporeans investing in Malaysia (JB/Iskandar), Thailand, the UK, Australia, or Japan pay no ABSD to the Singapore Government for those purchases. Each destination has its own foreign-buyer regime, which we cover in our Foreign Property Investment guide.
Time your citizenship/PR application carefully. For families where PR or citizenship is in progress, the ABSD profile at the date the OTP is granted determines the rate. Moving the OTP date by a few weeks can, in edge cases, change the applicable rate by 15–25 percentage points.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ABSD payable on the land value or the built-up value?

ABSD is calculated on the higher of the purchase price or the market value of the property at the time of acquisition. For new launches, this is typically the purchase price; for resale, IRAS may apply an independent market valuation.

When exactly is ABSD due?

Within 14 days from the date of the document triggering the duty — usually the signing of the Option to Purchase (for resale) or the Sale & Purchase Agreement (for new launches). Late payment attracts penalties.

Can CPF be used to pay ABSD?

No. ABSD (like BSD) cannot be paid from CPF directly at the point of purchase — it must be paid in cash. You can, however, apply for CPF reimbursement after the stamping is complete, drawing from your Ordinary Account against the purchase price.

Do I pay ABSD if I inherit a property?

No. A property acquired by way of inheritance is not a purchase and does not attract ABSD on the transfer itself. However, an inherited property does count toward your property count for future purchases.

I already own a commercial shophouse. Do I pay ABSD on my residential condo?

The residential-only count means commercial and industrial holdings are not included in your ABSD property count. If you are a Singapore Citizen buying your first residential property while owning commercial real estate, you still pay 0% ABSD.

How does ABSD affect an Executive Condominium purchase?

Buying a new EC from the developer under the EC scheme does not attract ABSD during the initial owner-occupation period. Once an EC is privatised (10 years after TOP) and traded on the open market, normal ABSD rules apply.

What to Do Next

ABSD changes how much house you can afford, how you time an upgrade, and sometimes whether a purchase makes sense at all. If you are weighing your options right now, we suggest three next steps:

Read our Home Loans & Mortgages guide to pair your ABSD planning with loan eligibility (TDSR, MSR, LTV).
If you are an upgrader, study our Upgrader Guide — the sequencing question (sell first vs buy first) is the single biggest lever for managing ABSD.
Review current market conditions in our Property News and Property Trends sections — if further cooling measures are telegraphed, timing your OTP becomes critical.

Looking at a specific development? Our detailed condo reviews — including One Marina Gardens, Arina East Residences, and our Aurea vs Chuan Park showdown — include the full ABSD-inclusive cost breakdown for various buyer profiles, so you can see the true entry cost before committing.

Disclaimer: This guide is for general information only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice. ABSD rates and remission rules change over time. Always verify the current position on the IRAS Stamp Duty page and consult a licensed conveyancing lawyer or tax specialist before acting on any property transaction.

⚡ Quick Answer: Singapore Private Rental Market Q1 2026

Rental index movement: URA’s non-landed private residential rental price index rose by +0.3% quarter-on-quarter in Q1 2026 — a near-stabilisation after 7 consecutive quarters of decline from the Q1 2023 peak.
Annual context: Over the full year 2025, private residential rents fell approximately 6–8% from their 2023 peak, unwinding roughly a quarter of the surge recorded during 2022–2023.
Supply pipeline: URA’s April 2026 data release confirms approximately 55,800 private housing units (including ECs) in the pipeline for completion over the next several years — a large structural overhang on rents.
HDB rental market: HDB approved subletting of whole flat volumes declined year-on-year in Q1 2026, but the median HDB whole-unit rent remains robust at S$2,500–S$3,200 for 4–5 room flats.
Tenants: Overall negotiating position for tenants improved significantly compared to 2022–2023; vacancy rates for private condos in OCR rose to approximately 7–9% in Q1 2026.
Outlook: Analysts expect private rents to remain broadly flat or edge up 0–2% through 2026 as demand from returning expatriates and work-pass holders partially offsets the supply glut.

When URA released its Q1 2026 full private residential statistics on 24 April 2026, the headline private residential price index grabbed attention: a 0.9% quarter-on-quarter rise, revised sharply upward from the flash estimate of 0.3%. Less remarked upon — but equally significant for landlords, tenants and property investors — was the rental index, which edged up a modest 0.3% in Q1 2026 after seven straight quarters of decline from the market peak in early 2023.

This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the Singapore private rental market in Q1 2026: where rents are, how they got there, which segments and regions are stabilising or still under pressure, and what the large supply pipeline means for landlords and tenants through the remainder of 2026 and into 2027.

Figure 1: Singapore private residential rental price index Q1 2021 to Q1 2026 trend chart — Figure 1: URA Non-Landed Private Residential Rental Price Index, Q1 2021–Q1 2026. Rents surged 62% from Q1 2021 to the Q1 2023 peak before declining steadily; Q1 2026 shows the first positive quarterly reading in seven quarters. Source: URA | lovelyhomes.com.sg

Context: The Rental Surge, the Correction, and the Stabilisation

Singapore’s private rental market experienced an extraordinary run between mid-2021 and early 2023. Multiple structural forces converged simultaneously: a pandemic-era construction backlog delayed completions by 12–24 months; returning expatriates and a surge in S-Pass and Employment Pass (EP) holders concentrated demand; and HDB flat owners waiting for their own BTO completions flooded the private rental market. The URA non-landed rental index rose approximately 62% from Q1 2021 to its Q1 2023 peak — an extraordinary appreciation that made Singapore one of the most expensive rental markets in Asia during that window.

From Q2 2023 onwards, the correction was gradual but persistent. Completions of projects deferred from 2021–2022 began hitting the market in waves. Work-pass holders rationalised accommodation costs as global tech hiring slowed. HDB BTO completions (delayed by the construction backlog) began accelerating in 2024, freeing up some demand. By Q4 2025, the private rental index had fallen approximately 7.5% from its peak — unwinding some, but not all, of the pandemic-era gains.

Q1 2026’s +0.3% reading is therefore significant as a directional signal: the rental market has not collapsed back to pre-pandemic levels (as some landlords feared) but has instead stabilised at a level roughly 50% above Q1 2021 values. Whether this represents a floor or merely a pause before further softening depends critically on how quickly the pipeline of 55,800 remaining units is absorbed.

Rental Rates by Segment and Region: Where Is the Value?

Figure 2: Singapore private rental rates by property type and region Q1 2026 — CCR RCR OCR infographic — Figure 2: Indicative median monthly rents by property type and URA market segment in Q1 2026. OCR represents the best value-for-money position for most tenant profiles. Source: URA Realis | lovelyhomes.com.sg

The rental market in Q1 2026 is highly segmented by both property type and location. The Core Central Region (CCR — Districts 1, 2, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11) commands the highest rents, but has also seen the largest absolute corrections from its 2023 peak. A 2-bedroom CCR unit that rented for S$8,500–S$10,000 per month in early 2023 now transacts at approximately S$6,800–S$7,500. The Rest of Central Region (RCR) — mid-tier condos in Districts 3, 5, 8, 12–15, 20 — has proven more resilient, driven by domestic upgrader demand and relative affordability compared to CCR.

The Outside Central Region (OCR) is the segment showing the most rental stability in Q1 2026. Tenants priced out of CCR/RCR during the 2022–2023 boom have remained in the OCR, particularly in Tampines, Woodlands, Sengkang and Punggol, where rental yields for private condos remain approximately 3.0–3.5% on a gross basis. The Changi Business Park employment cluster in particular sustains demand for Tampines-area rentals from corporate tenants at rates of S$3,500–S$4,500 per month for a 2-bedroom unit.

Segment	Q1 2023 Median (2BR)	Q1 2026 Median (2BR)	Change	Vacancy Rate (est.)
CCR	~S$8,500	~S$7,200	−15%	~10–12%
RCR	~S$6,500	~S$5,500	−15%	~8–10%
OCR	~S$4,200	~S$3,800	−10%	~7–9%

The Supply Pipeline: 55,800 Units and What It Means

URA’s Q1 2026 statistics confirm a supply pipeline of approximately 55,800 private housing units (including executive condominiums) under construction or approved for construction. This is a substantial number relative to the annual new private housing completion rate of approximately 8,000–12,000 units per year in recent years. Spread across the 2026–2029 window, the pipeline represents approximately 4–7 years of average annual supply at historical absorption rates.

Not all of this supply will hit the rental market simultaneously. Owner-occupied units, units purchased as investment properties by buyers with long-term holding horizons, and units absorbed directly into owner-occupier demand (e.g., from HDB upgraders who sell their flat and move in) do not add to rental supply. In practice, analysts estimate that approximately 20–30% of new private completions in Singapore enter the rental market. On that basis, the pipeline implies approximately 11,000–17,000 additional rental units over the next 3–4 years — a meaningful but not overwhelming increment on a market of approximately 50,000–55,000 rental private residential units.

HDB Rental Market: A Different Dynamic

The HDB whole-unit rental market (subletting of HDB flats with HDB approval) operates differently from the private market. HDB restricts subletting to Singapore Citizens and PRs who are not concurrently buying another property, and enforces minimum subletting periods of 6 months. As a result, the HDB rental market is less volatile than private rentals. In Q1 2026, whole-unit HDB rentals showed modest quarterly softening, but the median whole-unit rent for a 4-room flat across Singapore remains approximately S$2,600–S$2,900 per month — still significantly above pre-pandemic levels of S$1,800–S$2,200. This provides a competitive floor under OCR private condo rents, since tenants choosing between a large well-located HDB flat and a smaller private studio will typically anchor their price comparison to HDB rental rates.

Worked Example: Tampines Investor — Rental Yield Recalculation Q1 2026

Mr Lim purchased a 2-bedroom private condo in Tampines in Q4 2021 for S$1,100,000. He rented it out in Q1 2023 at S$4,400 per month (gross yield 4.8%). By Q1 2026, the same unit rents for approximately S$3,800 per month as competition from new completions in the OCR has increased.

Current gross yield: (S$3,800 × 12) ÷ S$1,100,000 = 4.15%
Net yield (after property tax, maintenance, vacancy 2 mths/yr): approximately 2.8–3.1%
Capital appreciation since purchase: Q1 2026 OCR private condo resale value approximately S$1,370,000 — a gain of approximately S$270,000 (24.5% in 4.5 years)
Total return (rental + capital): approximately S$270,000 (capital) + S$190,000 (cumulative rent collected net of costs) = S$460,000 total return on S$1,100,000 — an annualised return of approximately 8.5%

This illustrates that even with the rental correction, the total return for investors who bought in 2021 and held through to 2026 has been strong, primarily driven by capital appreciation. The rental yield compression is real but manageable for investors with low leverage.

Outlook: Flat to Slightly Positive Rents Through 2026

The consensus view among Singapore property market analysts as of May 2026 is that private rents will remain broadly flat to marginally positive (0–2% growth) through the remainder of 2026. The key supporting factors are: modest improvement in global corporate hiring conditions; Singapore’s ongoing position as a preferred regional base for financial, technology and professional services firms; and the relative affordability of Singapore rentals compared to Hong Kong (which saw a 12–15% rental increase in 2025). The key headwinds remain the large supply pipeline and the stickiness of tenant habits formed during the correction (preference for smaller units, room rentals, or longer-term leases with break clauses).

For tenants, Q1 2026 is arguably the most tenant-friendly rental market Singapore has seen since 2020 — vacancy rates are elevated, landlords are willing to negotiate on fit-out allowances, and lease terms have become more flexible. For landlords and investors, the focus should shift to maintaining occupancy at competitive rents, minimising void periods and monitoring the pipeline of completions in their sub-market.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Singapore private rents still falling in 2026?

The broad decline has largely stabilised. URA’s Q1 2026 data shows the non-landed private residential rental index rose +0.3% quarter-on-quarter — the first positive reading after seven consecutive quarterly declines from the Q1 2023 peak. However, the recovery is uneven: CCR and RCR rents are still 12–15% below their peak, while OCR rents have declined by a smaller 8–10% and are showing more stable trends. The large supply pipeline of 55,800 units means a sharp rental recovery is unlikely in 2026, but the worst of the correction appears to be behind us.

Which areas in Singapore have the best private rental yields in 2026?

In Q1 2026, the best gross rental yields for private condos are generally found in the OCR, particularly in employment-hub-adjacent towns: Tampines (near Changi Business Park), Woodlands (near Woodlands Regional Centre), Sengkang and Punggol (Seletar Aerospace/Punggol Digital District). Gross yields in these areas are approximately 3.2–4.0% for private condos, compared to 2.5–3.2% in CCR and 2.8–3.5% in RCR. HDB whole-unit rentals in mature OCR estates (Tampines, Bedok, Ang Mo Kio) can generate gross yields of 3.8–4.5% on a resale valuation basis, making them the highest-yielding mainstream residential asset class in Singapore.

Can a foreigner rent a private condo in Singapore?

Yes. Foreigners with valid immigration passes (Employment Pass, S-Pass, Dependent Pass, Long-Term Visit Pass or Student Pass) may rent private residential property in Singapore with no restriction. Foreigners may also rent HDB rooms (but not whole HDB flats unless the flat owner has obtained HDB approval for whole-unit subletting and the tenants meet HDB’s eligibility criteria). There is no cap on the rental amount or tenure for private condos, subject to the landlord’s minimum subletting period (most leases are 1–2 years). Short-term rentals of fewer than 3 months in private residential property are prohibited under the Planning Act and the Housing Agents Act.

Will Singapore rents rise or fall in the second half of 2026?

Most market analysts as of May 2026 expect Singapore private rents to remain broadly flat to slightly positive (0–2% growth) through the second half of 2026. The supply pipeline remains the dominant headwind — with approximately 55,800 private units under construction, completions will continue adding to available rental stock through 2027. However, demand from returning expatriates, regional hub activity and Singapore’s continued attractiveness as a base for financial and technology firms should partially offset supply pressure. The most likely scenario is rental stability with modest sequential gains in the OCR, and continued modest weakness in CCR luxury rentals where supply concentration is highest.

How does Singapore rental income get taxed?

Rental income from Singapore properties is taxable as income under the Income Tax Act and must be declared to IRAS in the annual personal income tax return. For Singapore-based property owners, net rental income (gross rent minus allowable deductions — mortgage interest, property tax, maintenance fees, fire insurance, and a deemed 15% of gross rent for repairs and maintenance if you do not claim actual repair costs) is added to your total income and taxed at your marginal income tax rate. For non-resident individuals (those who are not tax residents of Singapore), rental income is subject to a flat withholding tax rate. IRAS provides a rental income guide on iras.gov.sg, and property owners should retain all receipts for allowable deductions.

Disclaimer: Rental rate figures in this article are indicative estimates based on URA Realis caveat data, HDB rental approval statistics and publicly available market commentary as at May 2026. They are not guaranteed returns and do not constitute investment advice. Actual rental rates vary by floor, facing, renovation standard, lease term and prevailing market conditions at the time of listing. Readers should verify rental benchmarks on URA Realis and consult a MAS-licensed property professional before making any investment decision. LovelyHomes does not provide brokerage services.

Singapore New Home Sales April 2026: URA Data Released as Q2 Rebound Gets Under Way

by Lovelyhomes Editorial Team | May 15, 2026 | Investment Analysis, Market News, Price Trends, Property News, Supply & Demand

Quick Answer — Singapore Developer Sales April 2026

URA released April 2026 monthly developer sales data on 15 May 2026.
April was driven by two blockbuster late-month launches: Tengah Garden Residences (~863 units, OCR, ~S$1,700 psf) and Vela Bay (515 units, CCR, ~S$2,886 psf), which together cleared approximately 1,224 units in a single 48-hour launch weekend.
Rivelle Tampines EC (572 units) was fully sold out in April — the last EC project in 2026 where buyers could use the Deferred Payment Scheme (DPS) before it was removed on 8 May 2026.
Q2 2026 has begun with stronger momentum than Q1 2026’s 1,294-unit total (which was weaker due to a light launch calendar).
The declining SORA rate (now ~1.20%, down from peak 3.68%) is improving affordability for new home buyers on floating-rate loans.
Key Q2 pipeline still to launch: Lentor Gardens Residences (499 units), and further OCR projects as GLS sites progress.

Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) released its monthly developer sales statistics for April 2026 on 15 May 2026, and the headline picture is a significant rebound from Q1 2026’s subdued volumes. After a first quarter that recorded just 1,294 new private homes sold excluding executive condominiums — a figure depressed by a deliberately thin launch calendar — April’s late-month double launch of Tengah Garden Residences and Vela Bay changed the narrative.

For buyers, developers, and investors watching Singapore’s new launch market, April 2026 provides several important data points. This article breaks down what the monthly figures show, which projects drove the numbers, what the fully-sold Rivelle Tampines EC tells us about post-cooling-measures demand, and what to expect through the rest of Q2 2026.

1. Q1 2026 in Context: A Quiet Quarter by Design

Before analysing April, it is important to understand why Q1 2026 was so subdued. The 1,294 new private homes sold (excluding ECs) across January to March represented a 60% quarter-on-quarter fall from Q4 2025’s elevated volumes. This was not demand weakness — it reflected a deliberately compressed launch pipeline.

Developers held back launches in early 2026 after the strong 2H 2025 absorption. January saw just 246 units transacted and February approximately 512, both reflecting Lunar New Year seasonality and minimal new launches. March rebounded sharply when Pinery Residences (588 units, 92.3% sold) launched, driving March’s total to approximately 1,300 units — the busiest month of the quarter.

Singapore monthly new private home developer sales Jan-Apr 2026 bar chart — **Figure 1:** Singapore new private home developer sales by month, January to April 2026. April’s jump reflects the late-month TGR and Vela Bay launches.

2. April’s Headline: The Double Launch Weekend

The defining event of April 2026 was a single late-month launch weekend where two major projects went on sale simultaneously — Tengah Garden Residences (TGR) in the Outside Central Region (OCR) and Vela Bay in Bayshore, Core Central Region (CCR). Together, these two projects accounted for approximately 1,378 units and achieved combined take-up of around 89% in 48 hours, representing roughly 1,224 units sold over one weekend.

The performance of these two launches illustrates a key dynamic in Singapore’s 2026 market: quality supply at the right pricing attracts immediate buyer conviction, even at very different price points. TGR’s OCR pricing (~S$1,700 psf) targets HDB upgraders and first-time private buyers; Vela Bay’s CCR pricing (~S$2,886 psf) targets investment-grade buyers, permanent residents, and high-net-worth individuals comfortable with Singapore’s ABSD framework.

Singapore April 2026 new launch project take-up rates Tengah Garden Residences Vela Bay Rivelle Tampines — **Figure 2:** Key project performance in April 2026 — TGR and Vela Bay drove the late-month surge, while Rivelle Tampines EC cleared its final units.

3. Rivelle Tampines EC: The Last DPS Sale of 2026

Rivelle Tampines, the 572-unit executive condominium at Tampines Street 95 developed by Sim Lian Group, completed its sell-out in April 2026. The project had launched on 21 March 2026 with a spectacular 92.5% Day 1 take-up at a median price of S$1,937 psf — the best EC launch since Hundred Palms Residences in 2017. The remaining units were fully taken up during the second ballot on 24 April 2026.

What makes Rivelle Tampines historically significant is that 87.9% of its buyers opted for the Deferred Payment Scheme (DPS) — and all of those OTPs were issued before 8 May 2026, the date on which the Ministry of National Development announced the removal of DPS for new ECs as part of the EC cooling package.

Under DPS, EC buyers need only pay the down payment and service the loan when they collect their keys (typically 3–4 years later), rather than making progressive payments during construction. The scheme was popular among buyers with existing home loans who did not want to service two mortgages simultaneously. With DPS now gone for all new EC OTPs from 8 May 2026 onwards, Rivelle Tampines buyers were effectively the last cohort to benefit.

For more on the broader EC rule changes that took effect in May 2026, including the doubled Minimum Occupation Period (10 years) and the 90% first-timer allocation, see our Singapore EC Cooling Measures May 2026 guide.

4. What This Means for Q2 2026

April’s data, when viewed alongside March’s strength and the EC sell-out, points to an active Q2 2026 for Singapore’s new launch market. Several observations:

Pricing resilience: The fact that both a S$1,700 psf OCR project and a S$2,886 psf CCR project achieved near-90% launch take-up confirms that buyers across different budgets remain engaged when product quality is there. Singapore’s private home price index rose 0.9% in Q1 2026 (revised up from the initial flash estimate of 0.3%) and the pipeline suggests continued modest appreciation.

EC supply adjustment: With DPS removed and MOP doubled to 10 years, the EC buyer calculus has changed. First-timers still benefit from income-ceiling eligibility and lower entry prices than private condos, but the investment horizon is longer and the payment obligation is heavier without DPS. Near-term EC launches (watch for Canberra Drive and Senja Close tenders when awarded) will test this new demand profile.

SORA tailwind: The 1-month SORA rate’s continued decline to approximately 1.20% (from its 3.68% peak in 2023) means floating-rate home loan payments have fallen meaningfully. A buyer with a S$900,000 floating-rate loan at SORA + 0.80% now pays approximately S$3,960/month versus approximately S$5,300/month at peak SORA — a difference of over S$1,300/month. This affordability improvement is supporting buyer confidence across the market. See our home loan comparison guide for the full 2026 rate picture.

Q2 launch pipeline: Several significant projects remain to launch through June 2026. Lentor Gardens Residences (499 units, RCR) is expected to test OCR/RCR crossover pricing. For a broader view of what is coming in 2026’s new launch pipeline, see our New Launch Condo Pipeline article.

Summary Table: Q1–Q2 2026 Developer Sales at a Glance

Period	New Private Homes Sold (excl. EC)	Key Driver	Context
Jan 2026	~246	No major launches; LNY season	Quiet start to year
Feb 2026	~512	Pent-up demand, small projects	Pre-EC announcement
Mar 2026	~1,300	Pinery Residences (92.3% Day 1)	Strongest Q1 month
Apr 2026	~1,450*	TGR + Vela Bay double launch weekend; Rivelle EC cleared	Q2 rebound begins
Q1 2026 Total	1,294 (as at 26 Mar caveat data)	Limited launch calendar	Down 60% q-o-q; set to revise up with full Mar caveats

* April 2026 figure estimated. Official URA data released 15 May 2026; includes late-April TGR and Vela Bay launch sales.

FAQ: Singapore April 2026 Developer Sales

When does URA release monthly developer sales data?

URA releases monthly developer sales statistics on the 15th of the following month. April 2026 data was therefore published on 15 May 2026. The data includes the number of units launched, sold, and unsold for each development, with prices and units based on Options to Purchase (OTPs) issued by developers. The URA e-Service portal (eservice.ura.gov.sg) provides the full data table.

Why was Q1 2026 new home sales so low?

Q1 2026’s 1,294 new private homes sold (excluding ECs) represented a 60% fall from Q4 2025’s elevated levels, but this primarily reflected a thin launch calendar rather than a demand collapse. Developers launched fewer developments in Q1 2026, with only six projects (including two ECs) coming to market. When projects did launch — particularly Pinery Residences in March — they achieved very high take-up rates (92.3% for Pinery), confirming strong underlying buyer demand.

What is Tengah Garden Residences and who is it for?

Tengah Garden Residences (TGR) is an OCR condominium in Tengah, Singapore’s newest housing district in the western region. The project offers approximately 863 units at an indicative price of around S$1,700 psf — competitive for a new OCR launch with direct access to the Tengah Town Centre MRT (Jurong Regional Line) when completed. TGR targets HDB upgraders, first-time private property buyers, and investors seeking yield at OCR price points. It is NOT an EC, so Singapore PRs and foreigners are also eligible to purchase (subject to ABSD).

Can Rivelle Tampines EC buyers still use DPS?

Yes — buyers who received their OTP from Rivelle Tampines before 8 May 2026 are entitled to retain the Deferred Payment Scheme (DPS) arrangements they agreed to. The MND’s announcement removing DPS for ECs applies only to OTPs issued on or after 8 May 2026. Since all Rivelle Tampines units had OTPs issued before that date (the last units were sold on 24 April), those buyers are grandfathered under the old rules.

What EC projects are coming next after Rivelle Tampines?

Singapore’s EC pipeline for the remainder of 2026 and into 2027 includes sites that have been tendered or are awaiting tender under the 1H 2026 GLS programme. Key upcoming EC sites include Canberra Drive and Senja Close. These projects will launch under the new EC framework (10-year MOP, 90% first-timer allocation, no DPS), so their sales performance will be the first real-world test of buyer appetite for the revised rules.

Disclaimer

This article is based on URA monthly developer sales data released on 15 May 2026, supplementary reporting from industry sources, and developer announcements. Sales figures for April 2026 include estimates and approximations where official caveat data may not yet be fully lodged. Always verify the most current figures at the URA Property Market Information portal. This is not investment advice. Consult a licensed financial adviser or property consultant before making any property purchase decision.

Hudson Place Residences

by Lovelyhomes Editorial Team | May 14, 2026 | Condo New Launches, Market News, New Launches, Price Trends, Property News

District 5 New Launch

Hudson Place Residences

327 premium homes and up to 400 sqm of retail space at 18 and 20 Media Circle, in the heart of one-north’s technology, media and biomedical cluster.

327

Units

99 years

Tenure

Sep 2029

Expected TOP

2BR-4BR + PH

Unit Mix

D05

one-north

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18 & 20

Media Circle

7,629.7 sqm

Site Area

28,230 sqm

Gross Floor Area

400 sqm

Retail Space

New Town

Primary within 1km

Why Hudson Place Residences

Hudson Place Residences is a mixed-use residential launch in one-north, Singapore’s established research, technology, media and biomedical hub. The source materials position it for residents who want proximity to the one-north employment base, education cluster and the wider Greater one-north transformation.

Live-Work Demand

one-north is described in the source pack as a 200-hectare business park with a growing professional base across technology, media and biomedical sectors.

Mixed-Use Convenience

The development includes up to 400 sqm of non-strata commercial space on the first storey, adding day-to-day convenience within the estate.

Education Cluster

New Town Primary is stated as within 1 km, with Fairfield Methodist and Queenstown Primary listed in the 1-2 km band. Tanglin Trust, INSEAD, NUS and ACS (I) are highlighted nearby.

Project Facts At A Glance

Project name	Hudson Place Residences
Developer SPV	Media Circle Alpha Development Pte Ltd
Development team	Qingjian Realty, Forsea Holdings & Hoovasun Holding
Address	18 & 20 Media Circle
District	D05 – Buona Vista / West Coast
Planning area	Queenstown / one-north
Tenure	99 years
Expected TOP	Sep 2029

Total units	327 apartments
Commercial space	Up to 400 sqm, non-strata
Site area	7,629.7 sqm
Gross floor area	28,230 sqm
Blocks	1 block of 23 storeys, 1 block of 15 storeys
Parking	Estimated 40% allocation
Unit range	2- to 4-bedroom homes and 5 penthouses
Source status	Compiled from local source materials dated Jan-Apr 2026

Unit Mix And Indicative Pricing

Unit Type	Typical Area	Source Notes
2-Bedroom Premium	60 sqm / 646 sqft	B1a-B1d
2-Bedroom Premium + Study	64 sqm / 689 sqft	B2-B3
3-Bedroom Deluxe	83 sqm / 893 sqft	C1
3-Bedroom Premium	86-98 sqm / 926-1,055 sqft	C2-C4
4-Bedroom Premium	107 sqm / 1,152 sqft	D1a-D1b
4-Bedroom Suite + Flexi	133 sqm / 1,432 sqft	D2a-D2b
Penthouses	Not stated in floor-plan pack	5 penthouses listed in unit distribution

Pricing note: source marketing materials include indicative examples such as 2-bedroom homes around S$1.5x million and 2-bedroom + study homes around S$1.6x million. Treat all pricing as indicative only and confirm against the latest developer sales package.

Location And Connectivity

Business Park

one-north ecosystem

Home to technology, media, biomedical and research employers across the wider 200-hectare business park.

Roads

AYE / CTE access

Source materials reference major expressway access for islandwide connectivity.

Car-lite

Shuttle mobility

The source pack lists SWAT Mobility, Alice Shuttle and One North Rider options within one-north.

Lifestyle

Star Vista / Ghim Moh / NUS

Source materials highlight nearby retail, market and education nodes in the west.

Schools And Amenities

Within 1km	New Town Primary School, according to source material.
Within 1-2km	Fairfield Methodist School and Queenstown Primary School are listed in the source location pack.
Education cluster	Tanglin Trust, INSEAD, ESSEC, NUS and ACS (I) are highlighted in the project information pack and local project details.
Business demand	The one-north cluster includes MNCs and institutions cited in the source materials, including Grab, SEA, P&G and Razer.

Site Plan

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Facilities And Development Images

Arrival court50m main poolSocial poolTennis courtGymSteam roomsCo-working gardenPet parkOutdoor diningHudson Plaza retail

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Selected Floor Plans

Unit-type note: Hudson source materials begin at 2-bedroom homes. No 1-bedroom floor plan or 1-bedroom stack was available in the supplied source floor-plan pack.

Hudson Place Residences 2-bedroom premium Type B1a floor plan

2-Bedroom Premium – Type B1a, 60 sqm / 646 sqft

Hudson Place Residences 3-bedroom deluxe Type C1 floor plan

3-Bedroom Deluxe – Type C1, 83 sqm / 893 sqft

Hudson Place Residences 4-bedroom premium Type D1a floor plan

4-Bedroom Premium – Type D1a, 107 sqm / 1,152 sqft

Hudson Place Residences 4-bedroom suite plus flexi Type D2a floor plan

4-Bedroom Suite + Flexi – Type D2a, 133 sqm / 1,432 sqft

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The project is at 18 and 20 Media Circle in District 5, within the Queenstown / one-north planning area.

How many units are there?

The source project details list 327 apartments, with up to 400 sqm of non-strata commercial space.

Does Hudson Place Residences have 1-bedroom units?

No 1-bedroom stack was provided in the source unit mix or floor-plan pack used for this page. The supplied unit mix starts from 2-bedroom homes.

Which primary school is within 1 km?

New Town Primary School is listed by the source location materials as within 1 km.

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Disclaimer. Prices, unit mix, specifications, site plans, floor plans and facility lists are indicative only and subject to change by the developer without notice. Information has been compiled from local source materials including the Hudson Place Residences project details document, information pack, site plan and floor-plan pack, verified for this update on 15 May 2026. LovelyHomes.com.sg is not the project developer. Artist impressions are for illustrative purposes only.

Chinese Capital Surge into Singapore Property 2026: What Mainland Investment Means for Buyers

by Lovelyhomes Editorial Team | May 13, 2026 | Investment Analysis, Investment Strategy, Market News, Price Trends, Property Investment, Property News

Quick Answer — Chinese capital and Singapore property in 2026

China became the second-largest source of fixed-asset investment in Singapore in 2025, accounting for approximately 21% of S$14.16 billion in total committed fixed-asset investment across all sectors — up from around 2.5% the prior year.
Chinese-linked developers are actively bidding for Government Land Sales (GLS) sites and replenishing their residential land banks in Singapore.
The 60% ABSD on foreign residential purchases has not deterred Chinese developers, who pay 40% developer ABSD (5% non-remittable, 35% remittable on qualifying sale of all units).
Individual Chinese nationals buying Singapore residential property still face the full 60% ABSD on any purchase — there is no bilateral tax treaty carve-out between China and Singapore on ABSD.
The Singapore government has acknowledged the investment flows but has given no indication of relaxing the existing cooling-measures framework in response.

China’s Investment Surge — From Marginal to Major Player

Singapore has always been a destination for global capital. What is new in 2026 is the pace and scale at which mainland Chinese money has repositioned itself within the city-state’s investment ecosystem. According to data cited by South China Morning Post and corroborated by regional financial media in early May 2026, China-origin fixed-asset investment in Singapore across all sectors totalled an estimated S$2.97 billion in 2025 — representing around 21% of Singapore’s total S$14.16 billion in committed fixed-asset investment. This compares to approximately S$354 million (2.5%) in 2024.

The drivers of this shift are multiple and mutually reinforcing. Geopolitical tensions between China and the United States, ongoing uncertainty in Hong Kong’s role as a regional financial hub, a domestic Chinese property market that remains structurally stressed, and Singapore’s well-understood legal and regulatory environment have all contributed to capital outflows from China that disproportionately target Singapore. For Chinese institutional investors, Singapore is familiar — the legal system is English-language common law, property rights are robustly protected, and there is a large existing Mandarin-speaking business community.

China share of Singapore fixed-asset investment 2025 vs 2024 — Chinese capital property market — Figure 1: Estimated China-origin fixed-asset investment in Singapore vs selected other sources, 2025. Source: SCMP citing EDB data, May 2026.

How This Flows Into the Property Market

Fixed-asset investment encompasses manufacturing plants, data centres, logistics hubs, financial services operations, and real estate. The property-market channel specifically manifests in three ways.

Developer land banking. Chinese-linked property developers — firms with mainland Chinese ownership or significant Chinese institutional backing — have become active bidders in Singapore’s GLS programme. Forsea Holdings (Chinese-owned) was awarded the one-north Queensway residential site in 2025. Qingjian Realty (with Chinese sovereign-fund links via its parent Qingjian Group) remains active in EC and private residential land. These firms are not new to Singapore but their bidding frequency and scale have increased materially since 2024.

Commercial real estate. Chinese institutional investors have been acquiring strata-titled commercial and industrial assets — office floors, retail shophouses, and industrial units — which do not attract ABSD. For investors seeking Singapore-dollar exposure to Singapore real estate without the 60% ABSD drag, commercial property is the natural vehicle. Freehold shophouses along heritage corridors in Districts 1, 2, and 7 have attracted particular interest from Chinese family offices.

Residential purchases by high-net-worth individuals. Despite the 60% ABSD, ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) Chinese nationals continue to purchase Singapore condominiums and Good Class Bungalows (GCBs). The motivation is not yield — at 60% ABSD, net yields are essentially negligible relative to purchase cost. The motivation is capital preservation, residency (Singapore PR applications are often easier to support when accompanied by a significant economic footprint), and portfolio currency diversification into Singapore dollars.

GLS Bidding — Chinese-Linked Developer Participation

Chinese-linked developer GLS bids Singapore 2024-2026 — land sales demand analysis — Figure 2: Selected GLS bids with noted Chinese-linked developer participation, 2024–2026. Source: URA, industry research, LovelyHomes analysis.

The two CCR GLS sites currently on tender — Peck Hay Road (closing 11 June 2026, ~315 units) and River Valley Green Parcel C (closing 18 June 2026, ~470 units) — are expected to attract bids in the S$1,600–S$1,800 psf per plot ratio (ppr) range based on comparable recent transactions. Industry observers cite Chinese-linked developers as likely participants in both tenders, noting that CCR sites present strong brand positioning for marketing to Chinese UHNW buyers, whose preference for Core Central Region addresses remains robust even at 60% ABSD rates. The alternative interpretation is that units are priced to reflect the ABSD cost as part of the marketing proposition for other buyer profiles — mixed-nationality couples, FTA nationals, or Singapore Citizen investors — rather than purely targeting foreign buyers.

Factor	Impact on Singapore Property Market
Chinese developer GLS bids	Supports land price floors; higher bid confidence means higher implied launch prices, positive for existing condo valuations in surrounding areas
Commercial property demand	Compresses shophouse and strata commercial yields; buyers seeking income plays face tighter cap rates
UHNW residential purchases	Supports CCR luxury segment; limited volume impact on mass-market prices
60% ABSD on foreigners	Continues to substantially limit volume of Chinese individual purchases; policy unchanged
Developer ABSD (40%)	Requires developers to sell all units within 5 years to recover 35% remittable component; creates inventory-clearing incentive

What Singapore’s Position Means for Local Buyers

The surge in Chinese institutional investment is primarily a commercial and developer-side phenomenon. For the Singaporean household buying their first home or upgrading from HDB to private, the direct impact is limited. The mass-market Outside Central Region (OCR) residential segment — where most Singaporean buyers transact — is not significantly influenced by Chinese developer activity, which is concentrated in the CCR and selected RCR developments.

The more relevant indirect effect is on GLS land prices. Increased international developer competition for GLS sites elevates winning bid prices, which flow through to higher launch prices and, with a lag, higher resale prices in surrounding areas. This is a slow-moving structural force rather than a near-term price driver. The Holland Plain Parcel B result (Sim Lian sole bid at S$1,491 psf ppr) in May 2026 — noticeably below the S$1,600–S$1,750 psf ppr range that six-to-eight-bidder competition would have implied — illustrates that developer caution persists even as Chinese interest in the broader investment landscape grows.

For property investors evaluating Singapore condos against a 60% ABSD exposure for Chinese buyers, the read-through is nuanced. Strong Chinese interest in Singapore as an investment destination is a medium-term positive for capital values. But the 60% ABSD is a sufficiently high barrier that it effectively segments the market: Chinese buyers are a price-setter in the ultra-luxury CCR segment but not a material volume driver in broader residential transaction statistics.

What Might Come Next

The Singapore government has consistently calibrated the ABSD framework to domestic affordability and market stability objectives rather than to the source of inbound investment. The April 2023 doubling of the foreigner ABSD rate to 60% was a clear signal that capital-flow considerations do not override the domestic affordability mandate. There is no indication that the government will relax foreigner ABSD to capture Chinese investment flows — the policy calculus runs the other way: allow commercial and industrial investment to flow freely (no ABSD on commercial property, no foreign ownership restrictions on most commercial assets) while maintaining robust residential market protection.

What to watch in the near term: the results of the Peck Hay Road and River Valley Green Parcel C tenders (closing June 2026), which will give a fresh read on bidder depth and the role of Chinese-linked developers in the CCR pipeline. If either tender attracts five or more bidders including at least two Chinese-linked firms, it would confirm that the investment thesis remains active at current GLS pricing levels.

FAQ 1: Can a Chinese national buy a Singapore HDB flat?

No. HDB flats may only be purchased by Singapore Citizens (and in some schemes, Permanent Residents). Foreign nationals — including those from China — cannot purchase HDB flats regardless of ABSD considerations. The eligibility rules for HDB ownership are set by HDB under the Housing and Development Act and are entirely separate from the stamp duty framework.

FAQ 2: Does the 60% ABSD apply to Chinese developers as well as individual buyers?

No. Entities (including developers) purchasing residential property pay 65% ABSD, but housing developers who meet BCA licensing conditions pay 40% ABSD on residential land (5% non-remittable, 35% remittable provided all units are sold within five years of the acquisition date). This structure allows developers — including Chinese-linked ones — to effectively defer or recover most of the ABSD if they develop and sell the project on schedule.

FAQ 3: Does buying a Singapore condo help a Chinese national get Singapore PR or citizenship?

Property ownership is not a direct pathway to Singapore Permanent Residency or citizenship. Singapore’s PR application process is primarily employment-based and discretionary. However, significant economic contributions — including investment through the Global Investor Programme (GIP), which requires a minimum S$10 million commitment into a Singapore-registered company or fund — can support a PR application. Simple residential property ownership does not qualify as a GIP investment and carries no preferential PR weighting.

FAQ 4: Are there any restrictions on Chinese companies owning Singapore commercial property?

Singapore imposes very few restrictions on foreign ownership of commercial or industrial property. Chinese companies and individuals can purchase strata-titled offices, retail units, and industrial units without ABSD and without requiring special approval. Certain sensitive sectors (near defence facilities, for example) may require clearances, but this applies to the use of the property rather than ownership. The Residential Property Act restrictions that limit foreign ownership of landed residential property do not apply to commercial or industrial assets.

FAQ 5: Should I be concerned that Chinese investment is inflating Singapore property prices beyond fair value?

The evidence does not support a conclusion that Chinese investment is systematically inflating residential prices to unsustainable levels. The 60% ABSD effectively quarantines the Chinese buyer pool from the mass-market residential segment where most Singaporeans transact. The URA Q1 2026 Private Residential Property Price Index showed a modest +0.9% quarterly increase — consistent with long-run averages and not indicative of a speculative spike. The government’s clear willingness to tighten the ABSD further if needed (as demonstrated in April 2023) provides a credible policy backstop. The more direct affordability issue for Singaporean households is domestic supply and the pace of BTO completions — not the level of Chinese investment activity.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment or financial advice. Data on fixed-asset investment flows are sourced from third-party media reports citing Singapore EDB figures and are directional estimates rather than official published statistics. Verify all figures against primary sources before making any investment decision. ABSD rates and foreign ownership regulations are subject to change — refer to IRAS and URA for current rules.

HDB Resale Market Q1 2026: Prices Fall 0.6% in First Decline Since 2019

by Lovelyhomes Editorial Team | May 12, 2026 | Market News, Price Trends, Property News, Supply & Demand, Transaction Data

HDB Resale Market Q1 2026: Prices Fall 0.6% in First Decline Since 2019

Quick Answer

The HDB Resale Price Index (RPI) fell 0.6% quarter-on-quarter in Q1 2026, from 203.6 in Q4 2025 to 202.3 — the first decline since Q2 2019.
The dip breaks a 27-quarter streak of flat or rising resale prices, signalling early-stage market cooling after years of post-pandemic appreciation.
Transaction volumes were 6,107 resale flats in Q1 2026, broadly in line with Q4 2025 levels — the price softening is driven by supply rather than a demand collapse.
The MOP supply wave — 13,480 HDB flats reaching their 5-year Minimum Occupation Period in 2026 — is the structural factor adding resale supply.
HDB rents held relatively steady: 58,598 flats rented at end-Q1, with median rents ranging from S$2,300 (3-room Jurong West) to S$4,200/mth (executive Bedok).
Million-dollar resale transactions continued to feature, with a new record of S$1.728M at City Vue @ Henderson (Henderson Road, April 2026).
Analysts describe the trajectory as a “soft landing” — the price dip is small and unlikely to accelerate sharply unless interest rates rise again or unemployment climbs.

What the Q1 2026 HDB Resale Data Shows

HDB released its 1st Quarter 2026 Public Housing Statistics on 25 April 2026, revealing that the Resale Price Index — the primary measure of HDB resale flat price movements — dipped 0.6% quarter-on-quarter to 202.3. This ends a remarkable run: from Q3 2019 through Q4 2025, the RPI rose or held flat in every single quarter, a 27-quarter streak fuelled first by the pandemic-era demand surge (2020–2022), then by the post-pandemic upgrader wave and tight resale supply (2023–2024), then by continued above-median-income household demand (2025).

The 0.6% dip is modest in absolute terms — the RPI remains 18% above its Q1 2023 level — but its direction is significant. It confirms what market practitioners have been observing since late 2025: sellers are taking longer to find buyers, price gaps between asking and transacted prices have widened, and the buyer pool is showing greater selectivity.

HDB Resale Price Index quarterly trend Q1 2023 to Q1 2026 bar chart — Figure 1: HDB Resale Price Index (RPI) from Q1 2023 to Q1 2026. Q1 2026 marks the first quarter-on-quarter decline since 2019. Source: HDB.

Why Prices Dipped: The MOP Supply Effect

The primary explanation for the price softening is straightforward: supply. As LovelyHomes reported in May 2026, approximately 13,480 HDB flats are reaching their 5-year Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) in 2026, up 93% year-on-year from the approximately 6,980 that crossed MOP in 2025. This is partly a consequence of the BTO surge years of 2016–2018, when HDB completed large volumes of units in towns including Punggol (est. 3,200 MOP units), Sengkang (est. 2,400), Tengah (est. 1,900), and Bidadari (est. 1,800).

As these flat owners become eligible to sell on the open market, many are choosing to do so — either to capture appreciation gains, to upgrade to private property, or to rightsize. The resulting increase in resale listings gives buyers more choice and more negotiating room, which compresses prices at the margin.

A structural supply increase of this magnitude does not typically reverse quickly. The MOP pipeline into 2027 remains elevated, meaning the resale supply overhang is likely to persist through much of 2026 and into 2027. This is not a liquidity crisis or a demand collapse — transaction volumes remain healthy — but it is a period where sellers who need to move quickly will likely accept modest discounts to achieve a timely sale.

Transaction Volume: Stable, Not Falling

Notably, the price dip in Q1 2026 was not accompanied by a volume collapse. HDB reported approximately 6,107 resale transactions in Q1 2026, broadly in line with the approximately 6,200 recorded in Q4 2025. This is an important distinction: a falling price index alongside stable volume suggests a price-discovery adjustment driven by supply rather than a demand retreat. When markets fall on low volume, it often signals more serious stress; when they adjust modestly on normal volume, it is more consistent with a soft landing.

Million-dollar resale flats continued to transact. There were 165 million-dollar HDB transactions in Q1 2026, slightly below the 188 recorded in Q4 2025 but still historically elevated. The most expensive transaction in recent months was a 5-room flat at City Vue @ Henderson (Henderson Road) that transacted at S$1,728,000 in April 2026 — a new island-wide record, surpassing the previous S$1.7M record at SkyTerrace @ Dawson (February 2026).

The Rental Market: Holding Steady

HDB’s Q1 2026 data also covered the rental sub-market. As at end of March 2026, there were 58,598 HDB flats rented out on the open market — down marginally (-0.1%) from the 58,775 rented at end of Q4 2025. The occupancy rental market has broadly plateaued after the 2022–2023 surge, reflecting a more balanced supply-demand dynamic at current rent levels.

HDB rental market Q1 2026 median rent by town flat type Singapore — Figure 2: HDB rental market snapshot Q1 2026 — total units rented, and median monthly rent by town and flat type. Source: HDB.

Median monthly rents by flat type as at Q1 2026:

Flat Type	Median Rent (Island-wide)	Highest Town (Est.)	Lowest Town (Est.)
3-Room	S$2,450/mth	Queenstown ~S$2,800	Jurong West ~S$2,300
4-Room	S$2,950/mth	Queenstown ~S$3,200	Jurong West ~S$2,800
5-Room	S$3,500/mth	Bishan ~S$3,700	Jurong West ~S$3,300
Executive	S$3,900/mth	Bedok ~S$4,200	Jurong West ~S$3,780

Worked Example: Seller Navigating the Q1 2026 Market

Consider Ms Chen, a 48-year-old SC who bought a 5-room flat in Punggol in 2021 at S$640,000. Her flat crossed MOP in March 2026. She lists it at S$820,000 based on comparable transaction data from late 2025. By April 2026, the market has softened: similar units in her block are closing at S$795,000–S$805,000. After 6 weeks on market, she accepts S$800,000 — S$20,000 below her initial ask.

At S$800,000, her net proceeds (after clearing the HDB loan balance of S$180,000, CPF refund of S$195,000 including accrued interest, agent commission of S$16,000 at 2%, and legal fees of S$2,500) amount to approximately S$406,500 in cash. This provides her a meaningful deposit for a private condo purchase — the upgrade path that many MOP sellers are pursuing in parallel. The soft landing means she sells at a price below peak 2025 expectations, but still at a substantial premium to her 2021 purchase price.

What Analysts Expect Next

The consensus view among Singapore property researchers as at May 2026 is that the HDB resale market is experiencing a controlled correction rather than a structural downturn. The structural demand drivers — strong household formation, the HDB upgrader pipeline, and the EIP limiting cross-ethnic resale substitution — remain intact. What has changed is the supply side: the 2026 MOP wave adds meaningful listings, and the EC cooling measures introduced on 8 May 2026 (10-year MOP for ECs, removal of Deferred Payment Scheme) are expected to redirect some upgrader demand back toward the resale HDB market as ECs become less attractive for near-term upgraders.

For the full year 2026, many analysts project HDB resale prices to be flat to -1.5% year-on-year — a modest correction rather than a collapse. A steeper correction would require either a significant rise in unemployment (reducing buying capacity) or a sharp increase in interest rates (increasing mortgage costs). Neither scenario appears imminent as at May 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 0.6% price dip mean it’s a buyer’s market?

In relative terms, yes — buyers have more negotiating power than they did in 2024 or early 2025. Sellers are taking longer to close deals, and offer-to-transacted-price gaps have widened. However, “buyer’s market” should be contextualised: the overall price level remains historically elevated, and well-located flats in mature estates with strong lease remaining still transact with multiple offers. The softening is most visible in OCR peripheral towns with high MOP supply (Punggol, Sengkang, Tengah) and least visible in established mature estates (Bishan, Toa Payoh, Queenstown, Bukit Timah).

Should I sell my MOP flat now or wait?

This is a personal financial decision that depends on your specific situation — remaining loan quantum, CPF accrued interest, upgrade target, and personal timeline. As a general observation, the supply wave is expected to persist through 2026 and into 2027, meaning if you are not urgently selling, waiting for a Q4 2026 or 2027 window may not materially improve your position. If you plan to upgrade to private property and are concerned about private prices rising faster than HDB prices stabilise, acting sooner may make strategic sense. This should be discussed with a licensed financial adviser and property agent.

How does the MOP supply wave affect HDB rental demand?

As MOP sellers transition to private property or other housing arrangements, some opt to rent out their HDB flat rather than sell, particularly if they can achieve strong rental yields. This adds to the HDB rental supply pool. Simultaneously, new private condo residents who owned the HDB flat they were renting out before upgrading may exit the rental market. The net effect on rental supply is modest and likely balanced; however, specific towns with very high MOP supply (Punggol, Tengah) may see softer rents as more units come onto the rental market in 2026.

Are million-dollar HDB flats still transacting?

Yes. The million-dollar threshold was crossed 165 times in Q1 2026, and the April 2026 record of S$1.728M at City Vue @ Henderson confirms that ultra-premium resale transactions are still occurring. However, the pace of million-dollar transactions appears to be stabilising relative to the 2025 highs. These transactions are concentrated in specific locations: DBSS developments, mature estate point blocks with exceptional views, and flats with very long lease remaining in prime districts. They are the exception rather than the norm.

What is the HDB resale market outlook for H2 2026?

The outlook is cautiously stable with a soft-landing bias. The MOP supply wave will continue adding listings through the year. EC cooling measures (10-year MOP) may modestly redirect some demand to the resale segment. Interest rates, while elevated versus pre-2022 levels, have stabilised. Private-to-HDB downgraders remain limited in number. Most analysts project full-year 2026 HDB resale prices to be flat to slightly negative (-0% to -1.5%), with transaction volumes holding in the 25,000–27,000 range for the full year.

Disclaimer: This article is based on HDB’s 1st Quarter 2026 Public Housing Statistics and publicly available market data. All figures are for general informational purposes only. Rental median figures for individual towns are estimates based on approved applications and may differ from actual advertised rents. This is not financial or investment advice. For decisions relating to HDB resale purchase or sale, consult a licensed property agent (CEA-registered) and a licensed financial adviser. Official data is available at hdb.gov.sg and ura.gov.sg.

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