How Much More Should You Really Pay for a Higher Floor or Sea View Condo?

Published 12 December 2025, 10:10 PM SGT · 12 min read · 306

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“Hi Stacked, I’m looking at some condos including Amber Park, Coastline Residences, One Amber and Silversea. How much more is a fair amount for a similar unit on a higher floor? What if it is just one floor higher, and what if there is a sea view versus no sea view?”

It is an interesting question, especially for resale properties, because there is no linear progression. We cannot simply say that it is $X per floor across the board. The data rarely behaves that neatly. On top of that, higher floors are tangentially related to sea views (in that you near to clear the treeline for true sea view), but that brings up a secondary, related problem: does the sea view affect prices too?

Many of the questions about floor height also point out certain projects known for sea views - with questions like whether a higher floor unit at Lagoon View, Silversea, Seafront on Meyer etc. - would cost more since the view is a major factor.

So these aren’t easy questions to answer; but for this study, we focused on these mentioned projects (along with others that offer a good point of comparison.) From the data, we hope to understand whether any “fair” per floor premium exists at all.

Our methodology

Our analysis is based on resale and subsale transactions from 2024 to Q3 2025, drawn only from projects at least 20 storeys high. The reason we use resale and subsale is to avoid price distortions from developer discounts (e.g., an “all floors same price” style of promo that sometimes happens with new launches).

After that, we broke down the data by unit type, since different layouts can show very different pricing behaviour.

Frequently asked questions

How much more should I pay for a higher floor condo?

The data shows that higher floors generally transact at higher prices, but the premium varies widely across projects and unit types. There is no fixed amount, and factors like view, age, and renovation can influence the price difference.

Does having a sea view increase the price of a condo?

Sea view units tend to have a premium, but the extent varies by project. In some cases, sea view stacks show a significant price increase per floor, while in others, the difference is less clear or even negative, depending on factors like developer pricing and view quality.

Is it always more expensive to buy a unit on a higher floor?

Not necessarily. While higher floors often sell for more, the trend is inconsistent in the resale market. Factors such as renovation, age of the building, and buyer preferences can cause lower-floor units to sometimes cost more than higher-floor ones.

Do older condos show the same floor premium trends?

Older condos tend to have more variability in floor premiums due to differences in renovation and maintenance. Some older developments show negative or unpredictable price jumps per floor, making the relationship between floor level and price less reliable.

Why do some lower-floor units sell for more than higher floors?

This can happen due to factors like renovation quality, buyer preferences, or specific market conditions. In some cases, lower-floor units may be better maintained or more desirable, leading to higher prices despite their position.

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Ryan J. Ong

Partner at Stacked

A seasoned content strategist with over 17 years in the real estate and financial journalism sectors, Ryan has built a reputation for transforming complex industry jargon into accessible knowledge. With a track record of writing and editing for leading financial platforms and publications, Ryan’s expertise has been recognised across various media outlets. His role as a former content editor for 99.co and a co-host for CNA 938’s Open House programme underscores his commitment to providing valuable insights into the property market.