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24/07/2025

🏙️ Local Buyers Are Driving Prime District Condo Market Recovery 🏙️

Despite high ABSD rates deterring foreign investors, Singaporeans are stepping up to support the luxury property segment — and the results are showing. A strong example: Upperhouse and The Robertson Opus saw over 30% units sold during their launch weekend, proving demand for well-located, well-priced homes remains strong when aligned with buyer affordability.

📉 With SORA rates dipping and mortgage rates easing, more local buyers are jumping back in. The price gap between prime and city fringe areas has also narrowed, making the Core Central Region (CCR) a compelling value proposition for both homeowners and investors.

💡 Even new launches like RiverGreen (from $2,846 psf) and Promenade Peak (from $2,680 psf) show how prime addresses can still offer entry points below $3,000 psf — a rare find today.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

Local demand now dominates the prime market, replacing foreign buyers.

Falling rates and narrowing price gaps fuel renewed interest in CCR.

Attractive launch pricing below $3,000 psf makes select CCR projects competitive with RCR.

📲 Want to explore these exciting new launches in D9, D10 & D3? Drop me a message — I’ll be happy to share e-brochures, floorplans, and secure your private showflat preview slot.

https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/housing/local-buyers-are-key-to-recovery-of-prime-district-condo-market

The dry spell afflicting prime district condos appears to be lifting. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

13/07/2025

🏡 LYNDENWOODS Sees Overwhelming Response on Launch Day
CapitaLand’s LyndenWoods sold 94.5% of its 343 units on launch day (July 12), moving 324 homes at an average of $2,450 psf. The impressive turnout followed two weeks of previews attended by over 12,000 visitors. Buyers were largely working professionals, couples, and families who were attracted by its location, value, and integration with nature and lifestyle amenities.

📍Located within the Singapore Science Park and part of the Greater one-north innovation district, LyndenWoods is the first residential development in this key R&D and biomedical hub. With seamless access to Kent Ridge MRT, The Star Vista, and One Holland Village, as well as upcoming infrastructure enhancements, the project offers rare value in a prime city fringe location. Units snapped up included all 2BR and 3BR layouts, with some remaining 3BR+Study and 4BR premium units still available.

📈 Despite the July 4 Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) cooling measures, buyers remain unfazed, affirming confidence in Singapore’s property market. With benchmark land prices staying firm and positive momentum in the RCR, LyndenWoods stands out as a solid investment for both homebuyers and long-term investors seeking capital appreciation and livability.

Top 3 Impacts:

Strong demand shows buyer confidence remains high post-cooling measures.

The one-north and Science Park transformation is driving residential interest and long-term growth.

High take-up rate reaffirms resilience of RCR launches even at premium pricing.

https://www.edgeprop.sg/property-news/capitaland-sells-945-lyndenwoods-launch-day-amid-strong-demand-average-2450-psf

LyndenWoods is the first residential launch following the government's July 4 cooling measures, and shows that buyers are unfazed by the seller's stamp duty extension

13/07/2025

📣 Policy Update: New Cooling Measures to Curb Property Flipping 🏠📉
July 4, 2025

The government has raised the Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) on residential properties to cool speculation and deter short-term flipping. Effective for purchases made on or after July 4, 2025, the SSD now applies for up to 4 years, and the top rate has increased to 16% (up from 12%) for homes sold within the first year.

📌 Key SSD Changes:
🔹 1 year or less: 16%
🔹 >1 year to 2 years: 12%
🔹 >2 years to 3 years: 8%
🔹 >3 years to 4 years: 4%
🔹 Beyond 4 years: 0%

The move comes amid concerns over rising speculative buying and a surge in sub-sale activities—up nearly 69% in 2023. Authorities are now reverting to the stricter SSD rules last seen in 2010–2017, aiming to promote a more stable and sustainable property market.

📌 3 Market Impacts to Watch:

📊 Reduced Sub-sale Transactions – Owners will likely hold longer to avoid steep SSD penalties

💰 More Stable Pricing – Less flipping may ease price volatility

🕰️ Increased Holding Periods – May shift focus to long-term capital appreciation over quick gains

💬 How do you think this will affect your buying or investment plans?

[SINGAPORE] The government moved to curb rising speculative buying in Singapore’s residential property market, increasing the seller’s stamp duty (SSD) rates by four percentage points and extending the holding period that SSD applies from three to four years. Read more at The Business Times.

28/05/2025

📢 HDB Resale Prices Set to Moderate as Supply Ramps Up: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers 🏘️

In his first remarks as Minister for National Development, Chee Hong Tat shared that HDB resale flat prices are expected to "moderate" from 2026, as a significant number of new flats built in recent years will reach their five-year Minimum Occupation Period (MOP). With demand still strong, the government is increasing supply — including 19,600 Build-To-Order (BTO) flats in 2025 — to address affordability concerns and stabilize the resale market.

The COVID-19 pandemic had previously caused delays in construction, reducing available supply and driving up prices. However, the latest data already shows signs of cooling: Q1 2025 saw resale prices rise by just 1.6%, the slowest growth in over a year. Meanwhile, transactions grew slightly quarter-on-quarter, suggesting more buyers are returning to the market as prices ease.

Mr Chee also noted the impact of the 15-month wait-out period introduced in 2022, which temporarily restricts private property owners from immediately purchasing non-subsidised HDB flats. This measure has curbed demand from cash-rich buyers and cooled resale flat inflation. He emphasized that it’s not permanent and could be reviewed once the market stabilizes.

📌 3 Key Impacts on the Real Estate Market:

🔻 Price Stabilization: More MOP flats and BTO launches will likely ease price pressures in the resale market.

🕒 Policy Flexibility: Temporary cooling measures like the wait-out period may be lifted, restoring access for more buyers.

🏗️ Strategic Development: Long-term plans like VERS and town rejuvenation will shape demand in aging estates.

More of the new flats built in the last few years will meet the five-year minimum occupation period starting from 2026, said Mr Chee.

27/05/2025

📚🏡 School Proximity & Property Prices: What Buyers Should Know! 🏫📈

A recent DBS report reveals that while proximity to popular primary schools can boost home prices, this isn’t a universal rule across Singapore. The study found that properties within 1-2 km of prestigious schools like Catholic High and CHIJ St Nicholas Girls' School have seen annual price growth over 5% above district averages. However, other areas with well-known schools showed no significant price premium, proving that transport, tenure, and project-specific features play crucial roles too.

The upcoming move of Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) to Tengah by 2030 has spotlighted the area as a potential growth hotspot. With Tengah rapidly transforming through new MRT stations, executive condo launches, and private development land sales, analysts believe its appeal could rise, especially to families prioritizing school access. Still, caution is urged as the full impact of ACS’s relocation on property prices remains to be seen.

🔍 3 Key Impacts:

💡 School proximity doesn’t guarantee higher home values – it depends on other factors like transport links and tenure.

🏗️ Tengah flagged as a potential hotspot, boosted by the future ACS (Primary) relocation and rising development.

📊 Homes near top schools have shown stronger long-term appreciation – over 5% more annually than surrounding districts.

[SINGAPORE] Property developers such as GuocoLand could benefit from a potential rise in home prices near popular primary schools, particularly in emerging areas like Tengah New Town. Read more at The Business Times.

23/08/2024

New cooling measures implemented for HDB purchase.
Quick overview.
Speak to us to understand if it will impact your future purchase.

06/04/2024

🚨Exciting Opportunity Alert🚨

Here's an excellent opportunity to secure a foothold in Singapore's very own "Silicon Valley." Within walking distance to two MRT stations, and just 1KM from Fairfield Methodist Primary School. Not to mention, surrounded by numerous lifestyle amenities and adjacent to the tranquil One-North Park. This represents a sophisticated investment in urban convenience and innovation.

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14/01/2024

From LUMINA GRAND onwards, all other ECs will be affected by this new policy.

Lumina Grand by CDL
📚 Within 1km of future Anglo-Chinese School (ACS)
🛍 Proximity to lifestyle amenities
🚇 Mins to JRL MRT (est. 2030)
🔺Future Jurong Lake District and Jurong Innovation District

Preview for Lumina Grand now available, call 8606 8643 to make an appointment!

02/01/2024

Connect with the things that matter most in everyday living.

Be in the heart of Boon Keng, where a wide array of modern and traditional amenities are available for your daily needs.

Call 8606 8643 to find out more, no obligation viewing and brochure request.

12/12/2023

🏠12.12 Exclusive🏠

Happy 12.12! This is not a sales alert 😁 but an exclusive glimpse into 6 exciting new developments launching in January 2024!

Check out which are the 6 developments and our personal top pick! Which one will be yours?

13/11/2023

CapitaLand’s J’den sells 88% of 368 units on launch day at average of S$2,451 psf

J’den is a 99-year leasehold project comprising a 38-storey residential tower above a two-storey commercial podium. It is being redeveloped from the former JCube shopping mall in Jurong East

1bed, 1bed+study, and 2 bed sold out on the first day, strong demand for the 3 bed and 4 bed as well.

Jden has set the new bench mark prices for projects in the outside region of Singapore.

10/11/2023

Upcoming launches after successful land bid

1. Lorong 1 Toa Payoh
2. Pine Grove
3. Clementi Avenue 1

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