Market Updates

Freehold District 15 projects lead new psf-price peaks; One Fort sets fresh record of $2,100 psf

District 15 developments dominated the week’s price highs, with De Centurion and The Eastside also setting new psf-price records.

No current plans to designate Tagore forest as a nature reserve: Chee Hong Tat

The forest located near Upper Thomson Road is zoned for residential use.

Workers' dormitory rents resume growth in 1H2026, despite easing occupancy

Average workers' dormitory bed rents islandwide grew 2.1% in 1H2026 to $495 per bed per month.

Cubik Penthouse Lawsuit: Tenant Owes $31,700 Rent Despite Defects

A landlord’s $84,500 suit against a tenant over unpaid rent and maintenance breaches led to a countersuit over water seepage, electrical faults and $66,000 in damaged luxury goods, with the court ordering repayment from both sides.

New initiatives to boost quantity surveying profession, strengthen qualified persons' regulatory competencies

The initiatives were announced during an event that also honoured winners of BCA's Project of the Year, Company of the Year, and Quality Excellence awards

Two state properties in Kallang, Tampines up for tender for sports and community-focused uses

The site in Kallang was once a shipbuilding and repair hub, while the other site housed the former Tampines Land Station.

Why larger homes are gaining appeal among multigenerational families in Tampines

New virtual site inspection process could cut TOP approval time by up to two months

Project teams can send 360-degree virtual scans of sites for TOP or CSC approvals. A new robot leasing scheme was also announced.

Yishun 10 to close in March 2027, making way for mixed-use development

The future of real estate: AI-powered, human-led

At Realtors’ Roundtable 2026, Bernard Tong shares why human trust will become even more valuable as AI reshapes real estate.

Coliwoo posts 93.7% occupancy in 3QFY2026 as portfolio holds at 28 properties with 3,568 rooms

Coliwoo said it remains on track to reach about 4,000 rooms in Singapore by the end of 2026.

A Bukit Merah four-room flat just set a record $1,466 psf, while a Pasir Ris flat became the first five-room flat in the town to cross $1 mil

NDR 2026: 7 key takeaways - from family support and housing to Singapore’s future land plans

Nothing matters more than helping families thrive, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong in his 2026 National Day Rally speech.

I Visited Singapore’s First Private Assisted-Living Development — It Made Me Rethink What An “Old Folks’ Home” Could Be

Woodlands semi-detached house on 8,287 sq ft freehold site hits market for $10.8 mil

With seven bedrooms, the home may suit multigenerational living. It also has potential for a full rebuild or extensive renovation.

Frasers Property and Tan & Tan to jointly develop 5.15ha mixed-use site in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

Bukit Sembawang unveils Luxus Hills Phase 10 amid 66% jump in 999-year terraced house prices since 2020

Some existing residents are looking to upgrade within the estate, while others are considering buying for the next generation.

The Residence at Seven Palms: where luxury is measured by privacy, not postcode

With only 41 units, Seven Palms offers a low-density residential environment within Sentosa Cove.

EdgeProp Singapore recognises top-performing property agents at the third Realtors’ Roundtable

EdgeProp’s Realtors' Roundtable 2026 recognises trusted real estate professionals, with 425 members across Singapore and Malaysia.

Co-living sets the stage for Ngee Koon, Zenco Casa's ambitions in hospitality interiors

People, values and craft bring together a Singapore interior build firm and Chinese luxury hotel furniture maker with global plans

Home, through every stage of life: A National Day 2026 special

From first homes to retirement, this National Day package explores how Singaporeans' housing aspirations continue to evolve.

A more expansive life: Why Singaporeans are eyeing retirement in Johor Bahru

The appeal extends beyond affordability, with many retirees seeking more space, flexibility and a different pace of life.

The Assembly Place enters JV to redevelop Jalan Harom Setangkai site into five terraced houses

TAP is expanding its footprint from co-living to property development with its latest venture

What goes into a home designed for ageing in place

Designing homes for a lifetime: Flexible layouts, home lifts, appliances and other features that support growing old at home.

Why Basketball Netting Led to a Lawsuit at Costa Del Sol

A basketball netting dispute at Costa Del Sol escalated into a High Court defamation suit, with the judge ruling on qualified privilege, AGM voting rules, and whether the Management Council had authority to install the netting without approval.

Why some young Singaporeans are opting out of the homeownership path

Not all higher-income locals are buying homes. Some rent long-term, choose co-living, stay with parents, or split time overseas.

Hong Leong Holdings-GuocoLand JV submits sole bid for Berlayar Drive GLS site at $1,515 psf ppr

The joint venture submitted a bid of $576.78 million for the site, which cann yield about 415 residential units.

Elevated above higher ground

As global wealth grows, homes are increasingly judged by legacy, resilience and long-term liveability rather than price.

Parliament to discuss Gillman Barracks and Maju Forest housing plans, GovTech layoffs

MPs have filed more than 20 questions on the two subjects, along with others on a fatal lightning strike off Pasir Ris Beach and the adoption and impact of AI in Singapore.

Could This Proposed Move Let Homeowners Sell Without Property Agents? It’s Not That Simple

Should individual homeowners be allowed to list their properties on online property portals, instead of it being exclusive to agents? On July 28, after announcing major upcoming changes to the property agent industry, I heard Senior Minister of State for…

Little India GLS Site Tender Draws 7 Bids, Top Bid $35.3M

Soon Hock Group’s YK Land submitted the top bid of $35.3 million for a conservation site of 18 Art Deco terrace houses at Chitty Road and Veerasamy Road, Little India. The $962 psf bid was nearly 50% above the next highest offer among seven bidders.

Seven bids for Little India site; YK Land tops at $35.3 mil

The site, located at Chitty Road and Veerasamy Road, comprises 18 two-storey conservation terraced houses.

Ever Glory United bags $168 mil in new contracts, pushing order book to over $1 bil

The company’s new contracts include works on a Defence Science and Technology Agency project, as well as works at commercial mixed developments.

Far East Orchard to start construction on Manchester PBSA development

The 239-bed purpose-built student accommodation is expected to be completed in 2028,.

A rare new detached home designed around family life

Discover a family-focused luxury residence with six ensuite bedrooms, a private lift and a swimming pool.

Singapore Is Trying To Bring Orchard Road Back To Life — But We’ve Forgotten What Made It Work In The First Place

As an older Singaporean, my initial response to turning Orchard into a live-work-play area was: are you joking? Personally, I find it a bit irritating because I recall a time when Orchard Road was a vibrant live-work-play area in Singapore….

More Singapore landlords turn to multi-tenant rentals for higher returns

As Singapore's private rental market stabilises after years of rising rents, some landlords are moving away from leasing entire homes to a single household in favour of multi-tenant rentals.