Singapore’s property market has evolved as a result of policy adjustments and shifting market trends, spurred by recent crises such as the Global Financial Crisis in 2009 and the Covid-19 pandemic in 2019. Not all of it is bad and some steps, like cooling measures and loan curbs, were probably necessary to ensure stability in […] The post What “Lucky” Singaporean Homebuyers Used To Get Away With — That You Can’t Today first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A consortium of developers comprising CapitaLand Development, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, and UOL Group have submitted the top bid of $1.5 billion for a mixed-use government land sale (GLS) site in District 19. The bid price translates to $1,179 psf per plot ratio (ppr). The tender for the 504,820 sq ft site, which is located […] The post CapitaLand–UOL’s $1.5 Billion Hougang Central Bid May Put Future Prices Above $2,500 PSF first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

If you were last looking for a home in 2010 or before, the current property market will look about as familiar as Mars. A lot of former assumptions and truisms have been flipped on their head: city fringe properties almost matching District 9 or 10 condos on a $PSF basis? We have those now. Buyers […] The post What Changed In Singapore’s Property Market In 2025 — And Why It Matters first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

How bad can the compact unit trend get? It’s all a matter of perspective. Singaporeans like to think we have it pretty bad – in recent years, three-bedders have been around 800 to 900 sq ft. (or even 700 sq ft), two-bedders at under 600 sq ft., and one-bedders at around 400 sq ft. And as […] The post How Much Smaller Can Singapore Homes Get? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

A few weeks back, we visited the landed houses on Dyson Road. One reader commented on the proximity of the houses to high rise condominiums and thus the lack of privacy (in his opinion, at least. I’ll show you a photo of Dyson Road below so you can judge for yourself. Alternatively, you can also click the […] The post We Toured A Quiet Freehold Landed Area Near Reputable Schools — Where Owners Rarely Sell first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Whenever my friends ask how I analyse overseas property, I usually start with the usual layman metrics like rental yields and capital appreciation to gauge potential returns. But for many Singaporeans, buying property abroad isn’t purely about investment. Some are planning a second home or even relocation, where factors like safety, cost of living, purchasing […] The post The Biggest Mistake Singaporeans Make When Analysing Overseas Property first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

5-room HDB flats are great for bigger families, but they often come with higher price tags. If you’re working with a tight budget, we’ve pulled up the cheapest 5-room listings available to buy right now – so you don’t have to overspend to live big. Missed last week? You can view our previous issue here. You […] The post 5 Spacious 5-Room HDB Flats Under $600K You Can Still Buy Today first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The projects completing in 2026–2027 were bought at a strange, high-octane moment: that jittery post-Covid rebound in 2021–2022, when the market shot up like it had a rocket strapped to it and everyone kept asking when supply would finally catch up. It was the era when Amo Residence broke the $2,000 PSF barrier for OCR […] The post 7 Close To TOP New Launch Condos In 2026/27 For Those Looking To Move In Quick first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Choosing the right condo in 2026 isn’t just about picking a nice place to live. It’s a financial decision that can shape your long-term wealth strategy. With Singapore’s property market staying competitive and demand driven by strong fundamentals, you’ll need to know what truly sets a project apart. From future growth potential to features that […] The post Key Features That Make a Condo Investment Stand Out in 2026 first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Singapore is an island, and waterfront homes have always had a special place in the hearts of every resident, local and expat alike. Offering a calm, scenic environment that is just a tad more relaxing than the busy city’s centre, waterfront homes create a lifestyle that many investors, tenants, and homeowners naturally seek. In addition, […] The post How Waterfront Developments Perform Over Time first appeared on TheFinance.sg.