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Springleaf Residence cluster housing sells 7 units for $10 mil each

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Casa Fidelio, a freehold landed development located on Fidelio Street in District 15, will be launched for collective sale by tender on March 20. According to PropNex Realty, the marketing agent for the site, the development has a reserve price of $24 million and a land rate of $1,388 psf. This marks the first attempt by Casa Fidelio owners to sell the property en bloc. Originally completed in 1990, the strata-titled landed development comprises seven cluster terraces and occupies a land area of about 17,293 sq ft. The land is zoned for residential use and designated for two-storey mixed-landed housing.

Located in a landed housing enclave off New Upper Changi Road, Casa Fidelio is just a short drive away from various amenities, including East Coast Park, the Katong and Joo Chiat precincts with their dining and lifestyle options, and malls such as Siglap Village, Siglap Centre and Bedok Mall. The development’s prime location also means that residents can expect more amenities upon the future completion of Kembangan Wave, an integrated public housing project next to Kembangan MRT Station, which will include a community club with an eating house, supermarket and outpatient healthcare facility.

Families with children can also take comfort in the fact that the development is close to several reputable schools, including Opera Estate Primary School, St Stephen’s School and Victoria School.

PropNex notes that the site has the potential to be redeveloped into various configurations, such as luxury cluster houses, landed terraces, or a standalone property. The regular shape and ample size of the land offer developers the flexibility to design a project that maximizes functionality and aesthetic appeal. With the increasing demand for landed homes in the East Coast area, the development is well-poised for transformation into a modern residential development.

A search through property transaction records shows that the last time a unit at Casa Fidelio was sold was in September 2021, when a house with a land area of 1,894 sq ft was transacted for $2.27 million ($1,198 psf). PropNex also highlights that in 2024, only two freehold landed homes on Fidelio Street were transacted: A terrace house occupying a land area of 3,423 sq ft that sold for $9 million ($2,629 psf on the land area) and a semi-detached house on 2,035 sq ft of land that fetched $5.38 million ($2,643 psf on the land area). Additionally, a recently-built corner terrace on Jalan Bangsawan, off Swan Lake Avenue, was transacted for $3,541 psf in December 2024, which is less than 400m away from Casa Fidelio.

The tender for Casa Fidelio will close on April 22 at 3pm. Interested buyers and developers can also search through the latest listings for Casa Fidelio properties on Ask Buddy to find out more about the development and its potential rental yields.…

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The tender for the first GLS site in the upcoming Bayshore precinct closed on March 18, receiving eight bids. Spanning 112,992 sq ft, the plot can yield about 515 units and is located on Bayshore Road, next to the Bayshore MRT Station.

SingHaiyi-Garnet, a joint venture between SingHaiyi Group and Haiyi Holdings, submitted the top bid of $658.89 million, translating to a land rate of $1,388 psf per plot ratio (ppr). This bid was only 0.82% higher than the second-highest bid of $653.53 million ($1,377 psf ppr) submitted by Sing Holdings. City Developments had the third-highest bid of $620.8 million ($1,308 psf ppr).

“The highest bid prices exceeded our expectations, which may signal strong confidence in the potential of the site,” said Justin Quek, CEO of OrangeTee & Tie. Mark Yip, CEO of Huttons Asia, noted that the number of bids received was the highest for a private housing GLS site since January 2022. He believes that developers may have avoided bidding for other GLS plots to focus on the Bayshore site, due to strong sales in recent months and the need to replenish their land bank.

Other bidders for the Bayshore Road site included a Frasers Property-led consortium, Kingsford Development, and a joint venture between Hoi Hup Realty and Sunway Developments. The lowest bids came from a consortium comprising Hong Leong Holdings, TID, and CSC Land Group, followed by Sim Lian Group. The wide gap of 36% between the lowest and highest bids reflects mixed market sentiment among bidders, according to Marcus Chu, CEO of ERA Singapore. He also pointed out that SingHaiyi’s bid of $1,388 psf ppr sets a new benchmark for Outside Central Region (OCR) land prices, surpassing the previous threshold of $1,250 psf ppr paid by MCL Land and CSC Land Group in November 2023 for the site of Elta.

Wong Siew Ying, Head of Research and Content at PropNex, added that the benchmark for the new OCR was comparable to some GLS plots in the Central Region. For instance, last year, Zion Road Parcels A and B in the Rest of Central Region were awarded at $1,202 psf ppr and $1,304 psf ppr respectively, while the Holland Drive and River Valley Green (Parcel A) sites in the Core Central Region sold for $1,285 psf ppr and $1,325 psf ppr, respectively.

The future development at the Bayshore Road site will be the first private residential project in the new Bayshore precinct, a 60-ha estate between the ECP and Upper East Coast Road. Some 10,000 homes have been earmarked for Bayshore, with about 30% designated for private housing.

“The Bayshore Road GLS site is probably the best site in the Bayshore precinct as it offers a sea view and doorstep access to Bayshore MRT Station,” observes Huttons’ Yip. In addition to various new amenities that will be constructed in the neighborhood, the area also stands to benefit from long-term development plans, such as the Long Island coastal protection project that will add reservoirs and parks fronting the Bayshore area.

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According to PropNex’s Wong, there have been no significant private condo launches in the Bayshore area for decades. Existing condos in the vicinity include The Bayshore and Costa Del Sol. Consequently, the area may have pent-up demand for new private housing, including demand from HDB upgraders in the nearby Marine Parade and Bedok estates.

Taking into account the top bid of $1,388 psf ppr, Wong predicts the future development at the Bayshore Road site could see an average selling price of over $2,600 psf. Meanwhile, Knight Frank’s Tay believes prices at the upcoming project could start from $2,700 psf and average above $2,800 psf.…

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In February, new private home sales continued their impressive growth, driven by the launch of new developments. According to data released by URA on March 17, developers sold 1,575 units (excluding executive condos) last month, a 45.4% increase from the 1,083 units sold in January. This also marks a significant contrast to the 153 units sold in February 2024. Tricia Song, CBRE’s head of research for Singapore and Southeast Asia, notes that this is the highest February developer sales figure in 13 years since 2,417 units were sold in February 2012. Including ECs, new home sales reached 1,604 units in February, a 45.3% rise from January. Developers have sold a total of 2,658 units (excluding ECs) since the start of the year, a figure that took eight months to reach last year, according to Leonard Tay, head of research at Knight Frank Singapore.

The strong performance in February was boosted by two major launches in the Outside Central Region (OCR): The 1,193-unit ParkTown Residence in Tampines North and the 501-unit Elta on Clementi Avenue 1. ParkTown Residence sold 1,041 units in February at a median price of $2,363 psf, making it the best-selling project for the month. This translates to an 87% take-up rate at the integrated development, jointly developed by UOL Group and CapitaLand Development. Elta was the second top-performing project, with 65.1% (326 units) sold by developers MCL Land and CSC Land Group at a median price of $2,538 psf. CBRE’s Song points out that both ParkTown Residence and Elta are located in suburban neighbourhoods that have not seen supply in the last five years, contributing to their robust performances.

Including these two projects, developers launched a total of 1,694 units for sale in February, a significant increase of 89% from the 896 units launched the previous month. Developers’ sales in the OCR accounted for 92% (1,452 units) of the total new private homes sold in February. This reflects the best monthly showing for the OCR in over nine years, since 1,523 units were sold in July 2015, says Wong Siew Ying, PropNex Realty’s head of research and content. Sales in the Rest of Central Region (RCR) made up 6.2% (98 units) of units sold in February. The top-selling RCR project was the existing launch Pinetree Hill, which sold 22 units at a median price of $2,613 psf. In the Core Central Region (CCR), only 25 units were sold, accounting for 1.6% of developers’ sales last month. The best-selling CCR project was 19 Nassim, which sold five units at a median price of $3,372 psf, with four units sold at One Bernam at a median price of $2,651 psf. The 351-unit One Bernam, launched for sale in May 2021, is now fully sold.

In terms of buyer profile, Singapore citizens made up the bulk of new private home buyers at 92.4%, followed by permanent residents at 6.9%, notes Lee Sze Teck, senior director of data analytics at Huttons Asia. Foreigners accounted for 11 new home purchases, including two transactions – the sale of two units at 32 Gilstead for $14.47 million and $14.61 million – in February. A record number of suburban homes were sold for over $2 million – a total of 603 new private homes (including ECs) in the OCR. This makes it the highest number of new suburban homes sold at this price range in a single month since URA data became available in 1995. Christine Sun, chief researcher and strategist at OrangeTee Group, notes that this number surpasses the previous record of 512 new homes sold for at least $2 million in November 2024. Of the 603 OCR homes transacted for at least $2 million, 596 were non-landed homes, largely comprising units from ParkTown Residence (397 units), Elta (145 units) and Hillock Green (16 units).

Wong observes that the average unit prices of recent launches have “decoupled from the sub-market where these projects are located”. As an example, she points out that The Collective at One Sophia, a CCR project launched last November, sold 73 units at an average price of $2,743 psf, according to URA data up to the end of February. “This is lower than the average transacted price of units at Union Square Residences ($3,175 psf) in the RCR, and only slightly higher than that of The Orie ($2,734 psf), also in the RCR,” she continues. Meanwhile, recent OCR launches such as Chuan Park, Elta, and Bagnall Haus have registered average unit prices of $2,589 psf, $2,544 psf, and $2,489 psf, respectively, surpassing RCR project Nava Grove, which recorded an average unit price of $2,460 psf. Wong believes the narrowing price gaps between regions could be due to various factors, including site-specific attributes of projects, amenity-driven pricing, demand by HDB upgraders, and the location of certain projects on the cusp of the CCR. She predicts that prices could further converge in the coming months, as new RCR projects located just off the CCR come to market, such as One Marina Gardens in Marina South and future developments on Zion Road residential sites.

The strong momentum in developers’ sales is expected to be sustained in March, supported by recent launches such as the 477-unit Lentor Central Residences, the 188-unit Aurea, and the 760-unit Aurelle of Tampines EC. “As of mid-March, these projects have collectively sold over 1,150 units, promising a strong closing to the quarter,” comments Marchus Chu, CEO of ERA Singapore. In light of the robust first-quarter sales, ERA has revised its new private home sales projection for the whole of 2025 to between 8,500 and 9,000 units, up from its previous range of 7,000 to 8,000. Huttons’ Lee estimates developers sales (excluding ECs) to exceed 3,200 units in the first quarter of the year, making it the highest first-quarter sales since 2021. Going into the second quarter, new launches lined up potentially include the 358-unit Bloomsbury Residences, the 937-unit One Marina Gardens, the 638-unit W Residences Singapore – Marina View and the 107-unit Arina East Residences. However, despite the strong momentum established at the start of the year, not all projects launched in the coming months may perform equally well, notes Knight Frank’s Tay. “Homebuyer demand will largely be dependent on the specific location and property attributes of each specific new project launch, with some projects doing better than others,” he says.…

SLA has launched a tender for a cluster of twenty heritage bungalows in Sembawang. These bungalows, dating back to the 1920s and 1930s, are available for a five-year lease with an option to extend for four more years.

Located along Admiralty Road East, Falkland Road, Auckland Road West, and Fiji Road, the bungalows have a total area of 245,300 sq ft and an estimated GFA of 94,945 sq ft. Interested parties can use the properties as serviced apartments, including multi-generational and senior co-living concepts, or for F&B and retail use with a maximum GFA of 9,580 sq ft. The minimum stay for a serviced apartment is one week.

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The tender for the bungalows will close on June 11 at 11am and will be evaluated based on a price-quality basis. The award of the site is expected in October. Tenderers are encouraged to be creative with their proposals, as SLA envisions the properties being used for co-living, pop-up event venues, and social impact hubs.

SLA is constantly exploring new ways to repurpose state properties, and this tender is just one of many examples. Recently, they announced plans to replace the traditional paper-based property conveyancing process with a digital portal by 2026. SLA’s CEO, Colin Low, is also leading the charge in transforming state properties into public service spaces.…

CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT) has announced changes to its board with the appointment of Tan Choon Siang as CEO and current CEO Tony Tan as CCO of CapitaLand Development. The appointment of Tan Choon Siang, who is currently the deputy CEO of the company, will take effect on May 1, 2025. He will also join the executive committee (EC) as an executive non-independent director.

Meanwhile, current CEO Tony Tan will step down as an executive non-independent director and member of the EC. He will instead take on the role of chief corporate officer at CapitaLand Development. Tan has been serving as CEO and executive director of CICT since 2017.

Tan is credited with leading the successful merger of CapitaLand Mall Trust and CapitaLand Commercial Trust in 2020, resulting in the creation of CICT, which is currently the largest listed REIT in Singapore with a market capitalization of $15.5 billion.

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As for the incoming CEO, Tan Choon Siang has been the manager of CapitaLand Malaysia Trust since 2022, and was previously the chief financial officer of the manager of CapitaLand India Trust. He also held the position of Head of Corporate Finance & Treasury at Ascendas-Singbridge, which was merged with CapitaLand in 2019.

These changes in the board are in line with the company’s strategy to continuously strengthen its management team and maintain its position as a leading real estate investment trust in Singapore. CICT also recently sold its property at 21 Collyer Quay for $688 million, demonstrating its commitment to unlock value for shareholders. With a strong and experienced leadership team, CICT is well positioned to continue delivering value for its stakeholders.…

Securing financing is a crucial factor to consider when investing in a Singapore Condo. The country provides a variety of mortgage choices, but it’s imperative to understand the Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) framework. This framework sets a limit on the amount of loan a borrower can take, taking into account their current income and debt responsibilities. Being well-informed about the TDSR and seeking guidance from financial advisors or mortgage brokers can assist investors in making sound decisions about their financing options and avoid taking on excessive debt. Singapore Condo is a worthwhile investment, but it’s crucial to approach financing with caution and prudence.…

A 99-year leasehold semi-detached house has caught the attention of potential buyers as it hits the market at SRI’s upcoming auction on March 15. The property, located at Kew Heights in District 16, boasts a spacious corner plot of 3,034 sq ft and is listed at a guide price of $3.65 million. With a land rate of $1,203 psf, the property is attracting interest from buyers looking for a good investment opportunity.

This is the first time the property will be offered for sale at an auction as it is currently under a mortgagee sale. The house will be sold with vacant possession, making it an attractive option for buyers looking to move in immediately.

Condo investment has numerous advantages, one of which is the opportunity to leverage the value of the property for potential further investments. Numerous investors utilize their condos as collateral in order to secure additional financing for new investments, thus diversifying and expanding their real estate portfolio. While this can potentially increase returns, it is important to have a solid financial plan in place and carefully consider the potential impact of market fluctuations. By incorporating this condo investment strategy, investors can potentially see amplified returns and grow their real estate holdings, but it should be approached with caution.

Spread over three floors, the house has a total floor area of 4,436 sq ft. The ground level features a large living hall with a double-volume ceiling, an adjoining dining area, a kitchen, and a helper’s room. The upper two levels consist of six bedrooms, a family area, and a storeroom. There is also a car porch and a backyard area.

According to Mok Sze Sze, managing partner of auctions and sales at SRI, the property offers potential for buyers to convert some of the open spaces into additional bedrooms, making it an ideal choice for extended or multi-generational families. She also points out that the guide price of $1,203 psf is one of the lowest in the area, making it an excellent deal for interested buyers.

Recent transactions in the Kew Vale estate have shown an increase in prices of 99-year leasehold landed properties. Last year, a three-storey semi-detached house along Kew Heights was sold for $3.35 million, at a land rate of $1,398 psf. Another three-storey terraced house along Kew Drive was also sold for $3.26 million, at a land rate of $1,417 psf. This shows an upward trend in property prices in the area, with seven semi-detached houses being sold in 2023 and 2024 at an average land rate of $1,213 psf.

The location of the property is a major draw for potential buyers as it is situated near major motorways such as the East Coast Parkway (ECP) and will also be served by the upcoming Bedok South MRT Station along the Thompson-East Coast Line, set to open in 2026. The area also has numerous schools in its vicinity, including Temasek Primary and Secondary Schools, Bedok South Secondary, and Bedok View Secondary.

Looking at the property listings for Kew Vale, you can easily compare sale transactions and see the prices for condos and executive condominiums in District 16. You can also check out the price trend for new sale condos and executive condominiums, as well as see which condo projects have the most expensive average PSF in the district. Moreover, you can also find information on any unprofitable transactions in the area. With its great location, convenient amenities, and potential for growth, this 99-year leasehold semi-detached house at Kew Heights is a property worth considering for those looking for a new home or investment opportunity.…