Why Buying Or Refinancing Your Home Makes More Sense In 2026
Maybank Research forecasts three-month SORA could fall to 0.7% by Dec 2026, pointing to a more favourable interest rate environment for Singapore homebuyers and households refinancing. As a key benchmark for most floating-rate home loans, a lower SORA can translate into lower mortgage rates and more manageable monthly repayments.
This New Freehold CBD Condo Starts From $1.29M — Here’s How the Pricing Compares
Newport Residences pricing review. A freehold, mixed-use CBD launch with one-bedders from about $1.298M and two-bedders from about $1.968M, despite a starting price of about $3,012 psf. We compare nearby resale benchmarks, unit sizing trade-offs, and why Newport is best viewed as a CBD lifestyle and long-term hold, rather than a fast-flipping investment.
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VIEW ALLHow a 1,715-Unit Mega Development Outperformed Its Freehold Neighbours
Why a 99-year leasehold condo in the Leedon area ended 2025 with unexpectedly strong outcomes for certain owners. We analyse resale timing, buyer entry points, absolute gains, rental dynamics, and how shifting price benchmarks in District 10 reshaped demand.
Why This Old 99-Year Leasehold Condo Outperformed Newer Projects in Bukit Timah
Gardenvista launched in 2003 and ended 2025 as one of the most profitable condos in Bukit Timah. We analyse its price growth, resale returns, rental yields, and how it compares with other 99-year leasehold projects.
Why This 24-Year-Old Condo Outperformed Its Newer Neighbours In Singapore
Rio Vista launched in 2001 and ended 2025 as one of the year’s stronger-performing condos in Upper Serangoon. We analyse its pricing, returns, rental yield, and how it compares with nearby projects.
Condo Reviews
VIEW ALLNarra Residences Review: A New Condo in Dairy Farm Priced Close To An EC From $1,930 PSF
We review Narra Residences, a 99-year leasehold condominium in Singapore’s Dairy Farm enclave. Our analysis covers pricing context, layout efficiency under GFA harmonisation, liveability, accessibility trade-offs, and how it compares with nearby resale and new launch projects for long-term owner-occupiers.
Newport Residences Review: Rare Freehold Development in the CBD with Panoramic Sea Views from $3,012 psf
We review Newport Residences, a 246-unit freehold luxury condo on Anson Road in District 2. Positioned within a mixed-use development, it offers panoramic sea views, concierge services, premium fittings, and long-term appeal at the edge of the Greater Southern Waterfront.
Coastal Cabana EC Review: A Unique EC With Sea Views Priced From $1.438M
Project: Coastal Cabana EC District: 17 Address: Jalan Loyang Besar Tenure: 99-year Leasehold No. of Units: 748 Units Site Area: ~305,757 sq ft Developer: Qingjian Realty, Forsea Holdings, ZACD Group, Jianan Capital GFA Harmonised? Yes TOP: Est. Q1 2029 Most...
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VIEW ALLWhy We Chose A $1.23 Million 2-Bedroom Unit At Parc Vista Over An HDB: A Buyer’s Case Study
In Singapore’s competitive property market, buyers often find themselves caught between their aspirations and crushing reality. Budget constraints often force compromises and trade-offs, and leave buyers facing numerous tough choices. This case study examines how our team guided a young…
What $940,000 Buys You in Penang Today — Inside a New Freehold Landed Estate
We look at Jesselton Courtyard, a new freehold landed development in Penang, Malaysia, launched for sale in Singapore. The 239-home project is located at the foot of Penang Hill, close to Pulau Tikus and George Town, with prices starting from $940K.
How a 1,715-Unit Mega Development Outperformed Its Freehold Neighbours
Why a 99-year leasehold condo in the Leedon area ended 2025 with unexpectedly strong outcomes for certain owners. We analyse resale timing, buyer entry points, absolute gains, rental dynamics, and how shifting price benchmarks in District 10 reshaped demand.
Property Analysis
This Freehold New Launch Condo In The CBD Is Launching From Just $1.29M
We preview Newport Residences, a 246-unit freehold residential development within Newport Plaza on Anson Road. With prices starting from $1.29M, it reflects how high-end residential supply is being reintroduced into the CBD as part of Singapore’s mixed-use urban transformation.
Why Looking at Average HDB Prices No Longer Tells the Full Story: A New Series
We examine how HDBs actually behave beyond surface-level averages. Using long-term transaction data, this series explores why similar flats see different outcomes, when lease decay starts to matter, and which premiums persist over time.
