CCR's Golden Window: City-Living at Near-Suburban Prices?

CCR's Golden Window: City-Living at Near-Suburban Prices?

The Core Central Region (CCR) — long seen as Singapore’s high-end property belt — may no longer be out of reach for the savvy homebuyer. The narrowing price gap between CCR and other regions, combined with upcoming new launches and urban transformation plans, presents a compelling case. For buyers sitting on the fence, this may be a rare alignment of timing, value, and opportunity.

With median CCR prices now nearly on par with RCR, and projects like Aurea fronting exciting rejuvenation zones, owner-occupiers and long-term investors alike should take note. The tide may be turning — and those who spot value early often stand to gain the most.


📊 Infographic: Why CCR is Looking More Attractive Than Ever

📉 Smallest-ever price gap

  • CCR vs RCR: just 1.8% difference in median $PSF
  • CCR vs OCR: 20.2% price gap (historically low)

🏢 Median quantum close to RCR

  • CCR: $2.11M
  • RCR: $2.09M
  • OCR: $1.89M
    (Only 0.9% higher than RCR!)

🗓️ Well-timed buys yield best returns

  • Highest gains seen for CCR units bought during uncertainty (1998, 2001–05, 2020–21)
  • Past crises = present-day profits

🚫 Foreign demand subdued = local advantage

  • Foreign (non-PR) share of CCR new sales: only 6.9% in 1H2025
  • Lowest since 1995
  • Opens door wider for Singaporeans and PRs

🏗️ New launches flood in

  • 6 CCR projects in 2025
  • Over 2,000 units — highest post-ABSD pipeline
  • Includes Aurea, 21 Anderson, W Residences, UpperHouse, Robertson Opus, River Green

🏙️ City transformation = long-term upside

  • Beach Road, Kampong Bugis, Orchard, Newton, Paterson: key rejuvenation areas
  • URA Master Plan 2025 and incentives like CBDI, SDI support CCR growth
  • CCR evolving into a vibrant, liveable city centre

✅ Summary Highlights

✅ CCR-RCR price gap at historic low — nearly on par in both PSF and total quantum
✅ Upcoming supply brings choices and opportunities for owner-occupiers
✅ Foreign demand dip gives locals a better shot at prime assets
✅ Urban rejuvenation plans could lift CCR values in the long run
✅ Potential capital gains stronger when buying during uncertain market periods


Considering a move or investment in the CCR?
Let’s explore what’s available — and see how far your budget can stretch into prime city living.

📲 Reach out now to learn more about these new launches and transformation hotspots.

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