Author: andyseng
Why Singapore Upgraders Are Snapping Up Smaller Landed Homes in 2025
In Singapore’s tight property market, smaller landed homes (on lots of 1,600–3,000 sq ft) are booming among HDB and condo upgraders. Landed property supply has stayed largely flat over 25 years—increasing just 12% from 67,229 units in 2000 to 75,338 in 2025—while condo supply tripled. Strict URA rules limit new launches, driving demand for these […]
Private Rental Market Stages Recovery with Positive Growth
Singapore’s private residential rental market showed signs of recovery in 2025, with the URA rental index rising approximately 2-3% year-on-year after declines in the previous year. Quarterly gains accelerated through the year, starting with modest increases in Q1 (around 0.4%) and building momentum as vacancy rates improved and new completions moderated. By mid-year, rents for […]
DBS Got It Right Before – Now They Say Singapore Property Prices Could Jump Another 35-55% by 2040!
DBS, Singapore’s biggest bank, has a good track record on property forecasts. Back in 2018, they predicted average private condo prices would hit $2,300 to $2,900 per square foot (psf) by 2030. Many people thought it was too high at the time – but now in late 2025, many new launches and upgrader condos are […]
Commercial and Industrial Sectors See Selective Investment Inflows
Singapore’s commercial and industrial real estate sectors attracted sustained, selective investment in 2025, with total volumes contributing significantly to overall market activity amid a flight-to-quality trend. Prime Grade A offices and modern logistics facilities drew particular interest, supported by limited supply and recovering manufacturing demand. Industrial rents grew moderately (around 2% forecast for the year), […]
Stable Economic Outlook and Limited Supply to Shape Singapore Real Estate in 2026
Singapore’s real estate market is poised for a phase of opportunity in 2026, underpinned by a forecasted GDP growth of 2.2% and easing interest rates that are expected to stimulate investment and occupier demand. Across sectors, limited new supply is anticipated to create competitive dynamics, favoring premium and well-located assets as investors seek safe-haven opportunities […]
Landed Rental Growth Accelerates in Q3 2025
Rentals for landed properties rose 2.4% in Q3 2025, up from 0.7% in the prior quarter, per URA data. This reflects tightening supply and sustained expat demand for spacious family homes. As non-landed rentals stabilize, landed options offer premium appeal, potentially boosting investor interest in buy-to-let strategies. ura.gov.sghttps://www.ura.gov.sg/Corporate/Media-Room/Media-Releases/pr25-55