Watertown Condo’s 10-Year Case Study: When Holding Period And Exit Timing Mattered More Than Buying Early
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In this Stacked Pro breakdown:
- We analysed over a decade of Watertown transactions to reveal when early buyers were burned by later price cuts
- Discover why some 2012 buyers made losses despite early entry — and how later sellers from 2020–2023 walked away with bigger gains
- See how holding period, facing, and exit timing can matter more than simply buying early
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Watertown condo is an interesting case study, as buyers weren’t sure what to expect when it launched in 2012. At the time, many still considered Punggol to be too “ulu” to see good resale gains, and some were sceptical about the impact of Waterway Point as a major recreational/family hub. Still, some buyers were bold and jumped in early, perhaps because of the integrated status and access to Punggol MRT. Let’s see if their decision paid off, compared to those who took longer to decide:
Ryan J. Ong
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.Read next from Property Investment Insights
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