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EdgeProp Singapore07 Aug 2026

What's moving the market: Singapore's biggest property deals and hottest searches (August 7)

Sentosa Cove bungalow scores $2.4 mil profit; Natura Loft HDB flat sold at $1.58 mil; Meyerhouse condo rented for $30,000 a month

HDB & Public Housing Private Residential Government & Policy

EdgeProp Singapore07 Aug 2026

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.

Market Updates

EdgeProp Singapore07 Aug 2026

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.

Market Updates

Real Estate Asia07 Aug 2026

Hong Kong tops APAC real estate investments in Q2

HK real estate investment soars 129% YoY in Q2

Investment & Capital Markets Regional Markets

EdgeProp Singapore07 Aug 2026

The Assembly Place net profit climbs 80.7% on co-living expansion, looks ahead to 'robust' pipeline

More than 2,100 additional keys are in The Assembly Place's development pipeline while demand rises for co-living solutions

Market Updates

EdgeProp Singapore07 Aug 2026

The modern multigenerational home: How some Singaporean families are redefining living together

From 11 under one roof to families dispersing yet staying close, Singapore families are redefining multigenerational living.

Market Updates

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Residential transactions with contracts dated July 21 to 28 [DONE DEALS]

Stay updated with Singapore's private property sale transactions.

Transactions & Deals

Real Estate Asia07 Aug 2026

Jakarta serviced apartments gain appeal as expatriate housing costs rise

Pricing in Jakarta’s expatriate residential market is increasingly being shaped by currency movements, corporate housing policies and changing affordability con

Private Residential Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia07 Aug 2026

Seoul office deals reach KRW5.1t in Q2 despite cautious investment climate

Seoul's office investment market remained resilient in the second quarter of 2026 despite softer transaction volumes, with investors continuing to target high-q

Commercial & Industrial Transactions & Deals Investment & Capital Markets

Real Estate Asia07 Aug 2026

Singapore CBD office rents hit 8-year high in Q2

Singapore’s CBD office rents continued to climb in the second quarter of 2026, supported by strong demand for premium office space, limited new supply and landl

Commercial & Industrial

Real Estate Asia07 Aug 2026

New expatriate profiles reshape Jakarta residential demand

Jakarta’s expatriate residential market is entering a new phase of growth as long-term strategic investments reshape the profile of international talent enterin

Investment & Capital Markets Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia07 Aug 2026

Hong Kong Island office rents return to growth as leasing momentum builds

Knight Frank says Hong Kong's office market recovery strengthened in the first half of 2026, with Hong Kong Island recording its first annual rental growth sinc

Commercial & Industrial Regional Markets

EdgeProp Singapore06 Aug 2026

Choosing your first HDB home: Standard, Plus or Prime?

The best BTO option depends not just on budget, but on when you expect to upgrade and your long-term housing goals.

HDB & Public Housing

EdgeProp Singapore06 Aug 2026

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

Stacked Homes05 Aug 2026

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.

Market Updates

EdgeProp Singapore05 Aug 2026

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.

Stacked Homes04 Aug 2026

Berlayar Drive GLS: $576M Bid Highlights Waterfront Potential

The Berlayer Drive GLS site received a sole $576 million bid from Intrepid Investments and GuocoLand, translating to $1,515 psf ppr, a new benchmark for RCR residential GLS sites. Analysts say developers are becoming more selective with land acquisitions despite the site’s long-term Greater Southern Waterfront potential.

Investment & Capital Markets

EdgeProp Singapore03 Aug 2026

Savills completes US$1.1 bil acquisition of Eastdil Secured

The combined group will be the number two advisory firm globally for prime commercial real estate deals above US$100 million, says Savills.

Investment & Capital Markets

EdgeProp Singapore06 Aug 2026

The new face of prime living: How smaller homes are broadening the CCR’s appeal

From affluent singles to young families and empty nesters, buyers are choosing smaller condos in Singapore’s prime districts.

Private Residential

EdgeProp Singapore06 Aug 2026

A changing tide in the HDB resale market?

Unlike the post-2013 downturn, today's market is supported by steadier demand, stronger equity and gradual policy changes.

HDB & Public Housing Government & Policy Transactions & Deals

EdgeProp Singapore06 Aug 2026

CapitaLand Ascott Trust to acquire Coliwoo Midtown for $134 mil

The acquisition expands CLAS' exposure to Singapore's growing living sector while providing long-term rental income.

Investment & Capital Markets

EdgeProp Singapore06 Aug 2026

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.

Market Updates

Stacked Homes05 Aug 2026

Lakeside Towers Launches Third En Bloc Tender at $350 Million

Lakeside Towers has relaunched its collective sale tender for the third time, with the reserve price kept unchanged at $350 million. The 99 year leasehold condo along Yuan Ching Road failed to secure a buyer in 2018, 2022, and 2023.

Private Residential New Launches Transactions & Deals

EdgeProp Singapore05 Aug 2026

Owners of Lakeside Towers hope for third-time-lucky $350 mil en bloc sale

Lakeside Towers has launched its third collective sale attempt, at a $350 million reserve price, which translates to $1,277 psf ppr.

New Launches Transactions & Deals

EdgeProp Singapore05 Aug 2026

En bloc threshold could fall to 70% for older developments, with tighter safeguards for minority owners

Could lowering the consent threshold from 80% to 70% for developments aged 40–59 years, and to 65% for those 60 years and older unleash a new wave of collective sales?

Transactions & Deals

Channel NewsAsia04 Aug 2026

Proposed lower consent thresholds could revive en bloc market, but boom unlikely: Analysts

With a shorter time to get the required number of signatures for a collective sale, this might heighten tensions among neighbours who are not keen to sell, said an analyst.

Transactions & Deals

The Business Times04 Aug 2026

Hong Leong Holdings, GuocoLand JV is sole bidder for Berlayar Drive condo site

Its bid of S$576.78 million works out to S$1,515 psf ppr, a record for a pure residential GLS site in the city fringe

Private Residential

EdgeProp Singapore04 Aug 2026

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.

Market Updates

EdgeProp Singapore04 Aug 2026

Apac posts US$105 bil real estate investments in 1H2026 as market hits turning point: Colliers

The Asia Pacific real estate investment market recorded its strongest first half since 2022, when US$123 billion in deals were logged.

Investment & Capital Markets Regional Markets

EdgeProp Singapore04 Aug 2026

More diverse housing types may be on the cards as Singapore's younger residents seek flexible rental options

Govt is exploring alternative housing models such as co-living, long-stay serviced apartments, other build-to-rent developments

Private Residential

Channel NewsAsia04 Aug 2026

New law proposed to lower en bloc thresholds for older condominiums

The current consent thresholds for collective sales were first introduced in 1999. Since then, many developments have got significantly older, said the Ministry of Law.

Private Residential Transactions & Deals

Channel NewsAsia04 Aug 2026

Gillman Barracks, Sunset Way plans not fixed as government weighs competing needs: Alvin Tan

While the formal consultation period for environmental and heritage impact assessments ends on Aug 6, engagement with stakeholders will continue, says the minister of state for national development.

Government & Policy

EdgeProp Singapore04 Aug 2026

Selective investing is key as real estate opportunities abound: market outlook forum

Where are the opportunities and risks across residential, offices, retail, private credit, AI? Takeaways from an investment forum.

Commercial & Industrial Investment & Capital Markets

EdgeProp Singapore04 Aug 2026

Bishan executive maisonette just sold for $1.65 million — among five highest HDB resale prices

A 1,743 sq ft executive maisonette just sold for $1.65 mil, the highest ever paid for an HDB flat in Bishan.

HDB & Public Housing Transactions & Deals

EdgeProp Singapore04 Aug 2026

Elevated above higher ground

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

Market Updates

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Seoul prime office vacancy edges higher to 4.2% in Q2 as occupiers reshuffle

Seoul's prime office market recorded negative net absorption of 11,600 square metres during the second quarter of 2026, with the overall vacancy rate rising 0.2

Commercial & Industrial

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

What you need to know about the new growth cycle in Jakarta's expat housing market

Jakarta’s expatriate residential market is moving beyond a post-pandemic recovery phase and entering a new growth cycle driven by large-scale investment project

Investment & Capital Markets Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Hong Kong high street rents forecast to rise 3% this year

Hong Kong's retail market strengthened in the second quarter of 2026 as rising tourism and improving retail sales continued to support leasing activity and rent

Commercial & Industrial Transactions & Deals Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

What was the largest office investment deal in Singapore in Q2?

Singapore's office market is increasingly showing a two-tier performance, with premium buildings benefiting from strong occupier demand and investor interest wh

Commercial & Industrial Investment & Capital Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Gangnam rents overtake CBD for first time in Seoul office market

After six years without new prime office completions, Seoul's central business district (CBD) welcomed two new developments in the second quarter, while Gangnam

Commercial & Industrial

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Asia Pacific commercial property investment tops US$105b in H1

Asia Pacific's commercial real estate market recorded its strongest first half since 2022, with investment volumes reaching US$105 billion in H1 2026, according

Investment & Capital Markets Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Asset quality drives widening gap between Jakarta malls

Jakarta's retail recovery is becoming increasingly polarised, with stronger shopping centres continuing to improve occupancy while older and less competitive ma

Commercial & Industrial Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Hong Kong Grade A office vacancy rate falls to 16.1% in Q2

Hong Kong's Grade A office market gathered pace in the second quarter of 2026, with strong leasing activity reducing vacancy and prompting Colliers to upgrade i

Commercial & Industrial Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Positive migration supports Tokyo rental demand despite occupancy easing: analyst

Tokyo's 23 wards recorded a net population inflow of more than 54,000 people between April and June 2026, helping underpin residential rental demand despite a s

Regional Markets

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Singapore new home sales to hit 9,000 units in 2026

PropNex expects Singapore's private residential market to remain resilient through the rest of 2026, with steady home sales and overall price growth of between

Private Residential Transactions & Deals

Real Estate Asia04 Aug 2026

Jakarta retailers become more selective with store growth

Retailers in Jakarta are increasingly prioritising store productivity over network size, choosing higher-performing locations instead of pursuing rapid expansio

Commercial & Industrial Regional Markets

The Business Times03 Aug 2026

Apac Realty H1 net profit falls 16.8% to S$9.4 million; special dividend of S$0.036 a share proposed

Decline in net profit comes largely from fewer transactions in primary and secondary markets

Transactions & Deals Regional Markets

Channel NewsAsia03 Aug 2026

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.

Market Updates