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New private home prices to hit new highs in 2026 as supply tightens

Fewer project launches and higher land costs could provide a boost, even as sales volumes ease

Ry-Anne Lim
Published Tue, Dec 30, 2025 · 05:00 AM
    • The supply of new private homes is set to thin in 2026, with about 19 private residential projects to be launched.
    • The supply of new private homes is set to thin in 2026, with about 19 private residential projects to be launched. PHOTO: BT FILE

    [SINGAPORE] Prices of new private homes are poised to reach fresh highs in 2026, as supply tightens amid still-firm demand and growing cost pressures.

    This follows a banner 2025, with strong sales across 25 newly launched projects, excluding two executive condominium (EC) developments. 

    The new launch pipeline will thin in 2026, with about 19 private residential projects – including one landed development – and up to five EC launches, said ERA chief executive officer Marcus Chu. 

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