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In Singapore, the number of condominium units purchased by foreign buyers experienced a decline in the second quarter of 2023. The decrease, amounting to 22.6%, resulted in the sale of 205 private non-landed homes, down from 265 units in the preceding quarter, according to data from OrangeTee & Tie. This decrease followed a significant increase in the additional buyer's stamp duty (ABSD) for foreign...

The resale prices of condominium units in Singapore witnessed a fifth consecutive quarterly growth between April and June, although the increase was at a gentler rate and with fewer units being sold.According to a report by OrangeTee & Tie released on Tuesday, the prices slightly escalated by 0.6% in the second quarter of 2023, a contrast to the 2.9% hike in the initial three months of the...

In July, the prices for Housing Board (HDB) resale flats in Singapore experienced a modest rise of 0.3%. This indicates that the price increase rate is diminishing, even though more transactions took place.For three months in a row, the increment in HDB resale prices has been under 1%. Data provided by real estate websites 99.co and SRX implies that buyers may be resisting higher prices.According to...

Wing Tai Holdings, a property developer in Singapore, has withdrawn from the en bloc purchase of Holland Tower for $76.3 million due to non-fulfilment of certain conditions. Holland Tower is a 14-storey apartment block with 19 units in the prime District 10 area. The site is subject to stringent setback conditions and restrictions, making it difficult for developers to meet their intended development...

Private residential prices in Singapore experienced a slight decline of 0.2% quarter-on-quarter in the second quarter of 2023, reversing the 3.3% growth seen in the previous quarter. This marks the first decline since the first quarter of 2020, when prices dipped by 1% due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The decline is attributed to three rounds of cooling measures and a high-interest rate environment. The fall...

The retail sector in Singapore experienced significant growth in the second quarter of 2023, with a net absorption of 290,520 sq ft, reversing a contraction in the previous quarter. This was driven by numerous new retail openings, including international luxury brands and new food and beverage entrants. The opening of The Woodleigh Mall also contributed to the healthy demand for retail space. Rental growth...

The HDB resale price index in Singapore increased by 1.5% in the second quarter of 2023, following a 1% increase in the first quarter. This marks the 13th consecutive quarter of rising prices in the public housing market. While prices have continued to rise, the pace of growth has slowed compared to last year's average quarterly growth of 2.5%. Executive flats saw a price increase of 2.3%, while five-room...

The office rental market in Singapore's Central Region has experienced slower growth in the second quarter of 2023, following two-quarters of strong growth. The average monthly rents for Grade-A offices in the CBD have flattened out, indicating a cooling market. Economic uncertainty and cautious occupiers have led to a slowdown in leasing activity, with many opting to renew or downsize to manage costs....

Over the weekend of July 29-30, three new property projects were previewed in Singapore. The first is TMW Maxwell, a mixed-use development with 324 residential and 11 commercial units. It is located in Tanjong Pagar and is expected to attract homebuyers who enjoy the city and urban lifestyles. The second project is Orchard Sophia, which has 78 residential units on Sophia Road. Lastly, The Arden is a...