Why Seletar Park Residence Underperformed—Despite Its District 28 Location And Large Unit Sizes

Seletar Park Residence saw just 0.74% annual returns—here’s how pricing, size, and EC competition shaped its underwhelming performance over 12 years.

By Ryan J. Ong

Published 10 July 2025, 9:40 PM SGT · 19 min read · 523

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Overview
We tracked the price movements of Seletar Park Residence from its launch in 2012 up till 2024, and compared its performance to other 99-year leasehold projects in District 28, including nearby developments like The Topiary and The Greenwich. We also broke down its average quantum and resale profitability to understand what’s behind the project’s modest returns.

Key Insight
With an annualised return of just 0.74%, Seletar Park Residence has clearly underperformed, but not necessarily for the reasons you’d expect. Rather than fundamental flaws in the project, its weak performance seems to stem from mismatched pricing expectations and strong competition from nearby Executive Condominiums (ECs).

Why This Matters
Seletar Park Residence challenges the assumption that newer means better. With high entry prices, large unit sizes, and a boutique position in an EC-saturated location, it teaches us that common assumptions about “better projects” don’t always lead to a higher ROI.

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Frequently asked questions

Why has Seletar Park Residence underperformed compared to other District 28 condos?

Seletar Park Residence's low annualised return of 0.74% is due to flat price growth since 2012, despite its high entry prices and large units. Competition from nearby ECs, which are priced lower and have more room for appreciation, also contributed to its underperformance.

How does Seletar Park Residence's resale performance compare to nearby condos and ECs?

From 2016 to 2024, Seletar Park Residence's resale prices grew at an annualised rate of 1.35%, trailing behind other District 28 condos at 6.48% and the islandwide average of 4.06%. Its performance is weaker than older projects like Seletar Springs and newer ECs like The Topiary.

What impact does the large unit size at Seletar Park Residence have on its investment returns?

Despite large unit sizes being in demand, they result in higher quantum prices, which can weaken price appreciation and sales. For example, its 4-bedroom units are very large and expensive, making them less affordable and less likely to appreciate rapidly.

In what ways do the location and accessibility of Seletar Park Residence affect its resale value?

Seletar Park Residence is located deeper in the Seletar Hills enclave, making it less accessible for tenants who need to walk further to bus stops. In contrast, nearby developments like The Greenwich have better connectivity, which can attract tenants and support higher resale prices.

How do the prices and sizes of units at Seletar Park Residence compare to those at The Greenwich?

Between 2016 and 2024, the average price of a unit at Seletar Park Residence was about $714,263 with an average size of 572 sq ft, while The Greenwich's units averaged $712,003 at 611 sq ft. Buyers paid more for less space at Seletar Park, affecting its resale performance.

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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.