Residential

New private home sales dwindle to 246 units in February during Chinese New Year lull

Sales are expected to ramp up in the coming months as more ‘attractive’ projects hit the market, analysts say

The low birth rate among residents and an ageing population pose challenges for the private housing market.
THE LEVEL GROUND

Migrants key to Singapore private housing’s long-term health amid low births

More foreigners becoming PRs and citizens can support demand for private homes

The Current Sentiment Index, which tracks changes in sentiment over the past six months, remains stable in Q4, reflecting confidence across both the sell and buy sides of the market.

Global uncertainty weighs on Singapore property players in Q4: NUS poll

Slowdown in economy is flagged as top risk amid robust housing demand at premium price points

5 Oxley Rise houses a two-storey bungalow with single-storey outhouses. It is a rare property in dense Singapore. It has huge grounds, a great location and a rich history.
THE LEVEL GROUND

Mind the perils of buying a minority stake in a landed home

Why purchasing a one-seventh interest in 5 Oxley Rise could be a big gamble

The Holland Plain state land site (in orange) is expected to house 280 new private homes.

URA releases two prime condo sites at Holland Plain, River Valley for sale

Both are Core Central Region parcels, with the Morrison Lane site being offered from the reserve list of state land sales programme

Two vertically stacked units at Seven Palms Sentosa Cove transacted at S$23.9 million or S$2,717 psf in January.
NEWS ANALYSIS

Luxury condo sales hit a high in 2025; what’s behind the buzz and will it continue?

Sales of luxury condos transacted at S$5 million or more rise 55.9% on the year to S$2.6 billion in 2025

A GCB plot at Peirce Road purchased by Victor Soh, a boutique property developer. GCB buyers include key executives from traditional businesses.

Singapore Good Class Bungalow sales activity up in 2025 as prices soften

Analysts expect momentum to continue in 2026 amid lower interest rates and better market sentiment

Tracking the growth in private home prices against household market income shows that the exuberance in the housing market is not irrational.
THE LEVEL GROUND

Market income supports home affordability, but ensuring prices grow in line with wages still matters

Should the HDB income ceiling account for non-employment income as well?