If there’s one thing I’ve always heard about getting rich, it’s…
“Property is king.“
Raised as a typical Singaporean, having an “HDB first, condo next” mindset is as common as seeing a pigeon on the street.
Undoubtedly, HDB BTO is where most Singaporeans will expect to make a windfall, but getting a condo and flipping it is considered a significant and effective way to build wealth.
And since most Singaporeans are pretty established, career-wise, some have even busted the income ceilings for CPF Housing Grants and HDB housing loans.
So how?
Here’s what to expect!
TL;DR: Upcoming Condo Launches for 2024/2025
Before jumping straight into some of the key condo projects in this article, these are questions to think about:
- How can you properly finance a condo?
- How do you choose to view a floor plan or analyse a stack?
- How can you expand your portfolio while investing in a condo?
- Is it worth investing in a new launch condo now?
- What are the pricing trends in 2024 and beyond?
- Are there any more launches in 2024?
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Now, here are some of the launches by location (note: this list is non-exhaustive):
New Launch Condo in Central
Do note that most condos mentioned have an estimated Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) in 2027/2028.
Upcoming Condo Launches 2024 & 2025 | Preview | Address | District | Est. Units, Bedrooms, Size | Tenure |
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Aurea (Former Golden Mile Complex) | Q3 2024 | Beach Road | 7 | 186 units 1,2,3,4-bedroom 4,368 sqm (Site Area), 56,000 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Bukit Timah Link | Q3 2024 | Bukit Timah Link | 21 | 160 units Bedroom TBC 4,611.1 sqm (Site Area), 13,834 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Former 870 Dunearn Road | Q3/Q4 2024 | 870 Dunearn Road | 21 | TBC | Freehold |
Lentor Central | Q3/Q4 2024 | Lentor Central | 26 | 475 units 1,2,3,4-bedroom 14,703.2 sqm (Site Area), 41,169 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Lorong 1 Toa Payoh | Q4 2024/Q1 2025 | Lorong 1 Toa Payoh | 12 | 700 units 1,2,3,4,5-bedroom 15,743 sqm (Site Area), 66,121 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
One Sophia (Former Peace Centre) | Q3/Q4 2024 | 1 Sophia Road | 9 | 367 units 1,2,3,4,5-bedroom 7,118 sqm (Site Area), 56,167 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Former Central Mall | TBC | Havelock Road | 1 | TBC | Freehold |
Former Far East Shopping Centre | TBC | Orchard Road | 9 | TBC | 999 years |
Former Kew Lodge | TBC | Kheam Hock Road | 11 | TBC | Freehold |
Former Mount Emily Road | TBC | 2, 4, 6 Mount Emily Road | 9 | TBC | Freehold |
Former Caldecott Broadcast Centre | To be used for Good Class Bungalows | Andrew, Olive & John Road | 11 | TBC | 99 years |
New Launch Condo in North
Upcoming Condo Launches 2024 & 2025 | Preview | Address | District | Est. Units, Bedrooms, Site Area | Tenure |
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Champions Way | Q4 2024 | Champions Way | 25 | 350 units 1,2,3,4,5-bedroom 14,433 sqm | 99 years |
New Launch Condo in South
Upcoming Condo Launches 2024 & 2025 | Preview | Address | District | Est. Units, Bedrooms, Size | Tenure |
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Marina Gardens Lane | Q3/Q4 2024 | Marina Gardens Lane | 1 | 795 units 1,2,3,4,5-bedroom, penthouse 12,245.1 sqm (Site Area), 68,573 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Marina View Residences | Est. Q4 2024 | Marina View | 1 | 905 units 1 - 5 bedroom 7,817.6 sqm (Site Area), 101,629 (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Newport Residences | Est. Q3 2024 | 80 Anson Road | 2 | 246 units 1 - 4 bedroom, penthouse 5,091 sqm (Site Area), 60,851 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | Freehold |
New Launch Condo in East
Upcoming Condo Launches 2024 & 2025 | Preview | Address | District | Est. Units, Bedrooms, Size | Tenure |
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Amber Sea | Q3/Q4 2024 | Amber Gardens | 15 | 132 units 1,2,3,4,5-bedroom 3,801 sqm (Site Area), 10,644 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | Freehold |
Emerald of Katong (Jalan Tembusu Plot 2) | Est. Sep/Oct 2024 | Jalan Tembusu | 15 | 840 units 1,2,3,4,5-bedroom 20,572 (Site Area), 72,003.0147 (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Kassia | 29 Jun 2024 | Flora Drive | 17 | 276 units 1,2,3,4-bedroom 14,013 sqm (Site Area), 21,580.63 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Meyer Blue (Former Meyer Park Enbloc) | End Jul 2024 | Meyer Road | 15 | 276 units 2,3,4,5-bedroom 8,981 sqm (Site Area), 26,907 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | Freehold |
Tampines Street 62 (Parcel B)(EC) | Est. Feb 2025 | Tampines Street 62 | 18 | 700 units 1,2,3,4-bedroom 28,000 sqm (Site Area), 70,001 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
The Chuan Park (Former Chuan Park Enbloc) | Est. Sep/Oct 2024 | Lorong Chuan | 19 | 916 units 2,3,4,5-bedroom 37,216 sqm (Site Area), 78,153 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Koon Seng House (Former East Court) | TBC | Koon Seng Road | 15 | 17 units 2,3,4-bedroom 1,240 sqm (Site Area), 1,736 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | Freehold |
New Launch Condo in West
Upcoming Condo Launches 2024 & 2025 | Preview | Address | District | Est. Units, Bedrooms, Size | Tenure |
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Arina East Residences (Former La Ville Enbloc) | End Jun 2024 | Tanjong Rhu Road | 15 | 107 units 2,3,4-bedroom 4,368 sqm (Site Area), 9,172 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | Freehold |
Clementi Avenue 1 | Q4 2024/Q1 2025 | Clementi Avenue 1 | 5 | 500 units 2,3,4-bedroom 13,451.1 sqm (Site Area), 47,079 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Lumina Grand (EC) | Q3/Q4 2024 | Bukit Batok West Avenue 5 | 23 | 512 units 3,3 premium,4,5-bedroom 16,624 sqm (Site Area), 49,872 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Pine Grove Parcel B | Q4 2024/Q1 2025 | Pine Grove | 21 | 565 units Bedroom TBC 25,039.2 sqm (Site Area), 52,583 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Novo Place (Plantation Close)(EC) | Est. Jan 2025 | Plantation Close | 24 | 508 units Bedroom TBC 16,441.2 sqm (Site Area), 46,036 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Tengah Plantation Close (Plot 2)(EC) | Est. May/Jun 2025 | Tengah Plantation Close | 24 | 560 units Bedroom TBC 16,441.2 sqm (Site Area), 46,036 sqm (Gross Floor Area) | 99 years |
Past & Current Condo Launches 2024
Past/Current Launches 2024 | Preview | Address | District | Tenure |
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Ardor Residence | 6 Mar 2024 | 181 Haig Road | 15 | Freehold |
Bagnall Haus (Former Bagnall Court) | May 2024 | Upper East Coast Road | 16 | Freehold |
Creston Residences | H1 2024 | Still Road | 15 | Freehold |
Deluxe Residences | H1 2024 | Lorong Melayu | 14 | Freehold |
Jansen House (Former Jansen Mansions) | May 2024 | 25 Jansen Road | 19 | Freehold |
Keppel Bay Plot 6 | H1 2024 | Keppel Bay | 4 | 99 years |
Koon Seng House | Mar 2024 | Koon Seng Road | 15 | Freehold |
Lentor Mansion | Q1 2024 | Lentor Gardens | 26 | 99 years |
Lentoria | Mar 2024 | Lentor Hills Road | 26 | 99 years |
Sora | 22 Jun 2024 | 91 Yuan Ching Road | 22 | 99 years |
Straits at Joo Chiat | May 2024 | 303 Joo Chiat Place | 15 | Freehold |
Tampines Avenue 11 Residence | H1 2024 | Tampines Avenue 11 | 18 | 99 years |
The Hillshore | 20 Apr 2024 | 292 Pasir Panjang Road | 5 | Freehold |
How Much Do You Need to Earn to Afford a Condo?
If getting a condo is in your books but you are still considering its affordability, understanding how much you need to afford it comfortably is important.
But even if you can’t afford it now, it can still be a goal.
Find out the payment schedule to better plan your finances and manage your cash flow!
How Do I Decide Which Condo Launch To Apply For?
Besides the price (for obvious reasons), when a new condo project is launched.
You’ll want to pay attention to:
- location
- facilities
- surrounding amenities
FYI: this is not an exhaustive list
Location
If you’ve always been an East Sider, you’ll probably want to pick a condo launch in the East since you’re used to living there.
Or maybe you’re thinking of renting out the unit.
Then, maybe choosing a location near a ready pool of tenants working in business parks or the CBD would be a better bet.
Facilities
If you need access to a 40m lap pool or a tennis court.
Then, you’ll want to ensure that the condo you’re picking has these.
Oh, and check how many parking lots will be built, too.
Because there might not be enough for everyone in the development area.
P.S. You’ll be surprised by how many people overlook this when buying a condo.
Surrounding Amenities
If your primary means of transportation is public transport.
You’ll want to ensure transport networks are accessible and conveniently located nearby.
You wouldn’t want to have to walk 15 minutes just to get to the nearest MRT station, right?
You’ll also want to consider whether eateries and shopping malls are nearby…
Because it would really suck if you have to lug heavy bags of groceries to your new condo from the nearest NTUC, which is 5km away.
For parents planning to have kids, you’ll also want to consider what schools are within the vicinity of the development you pick.
Especially if you plan on sending your kids to a popular primary school, it makes a huge difference if you’re within a 1km radius of the school.
Freehold vs Leasehold Condos: What’s the Difference?
Unlike HDB flats, which come with a standard 99-year lease.
There are freehold condos and leasehold condos.
Generally, there are 3 common types of condo tenures:
- Freehold
- 99-year leasehold
- 999-year leasehold
So… what’s the diff?
Freehold
For a freehold condominium, you own both the unit you purchase and the land on which the condo building stands.
As the owner of a freehold property, you own it indefinitely.
This means you can pass it on to future generations, unlike an HDB flat, which is a leasehold property that must be returned to the government at the end of its lease.
Generally, freehold condominiums cost a bit more because you own a part of the land, too.
This also means you’ll have to deal with the upkeep of the land and condo building.
But this also means that you’ll have more say about what you wish to do with the property and its surroundings.
However, the condo corporation or management will still retain some control over what freehold owners can do with the property.
So, we don’t have people building emergency bunkers in the parking lot…
By the way, freehold condos are rare, so expect competition — especially from property investors.
99-year Leasehold
With a 99-year leasehold property, you’re leasing the condo unit for 99 years.
Note: you’ll want to take note of when the lease commences
While you own the condo unit, you DO NOT own the land on which the condo building stands.
The biggest advantage of a 99-year leasehold is that you don’t have to care about maintaining the land and building.
However, you will still have to pay for the maintenance of common property and facilities such as the playground, parking, swimming pool, etc.
999-year Leasehold
The concept is similar to a 99-year leasehold.
But since 999 years is pretty much like an eternal tenure of sorts, most people consider it to be similar to a freehold property.
Like freehold properties, a 999-year leasehold condo is rare.
How Do You Pick the Best Condo Unit?
Once you’ve worked out your finances and decided which condo launch to apply to.
It’s a huge purchase, and you’ll need all the help and information you can get.
If you need a one-day crash course, here’s your chance to learn more about new launches, their potentials, and insights at the PLB x Seedly New Launch Convention!
Remember to use the promo code <seedlycommunity> to get 20% off your tickets.
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