A More Balanced Market Heading into 2026
After several years of rapid price acceleration, Singapore’s private residential market is entering 2026 on steadier ground. Developers have actively replenished land banks and brought more projects to market, while buyers are becoming increasingly selective and value-conscious.
This shift sets the stage for a notable change in momentum: the Outside Central Region (OCR) is expected to take centre stage, supported by affordability, family-friendly layouts, and strong upgrader demand.
In 2025 alone, about 11,000 to 11,500 new private homes across 27 projects were launched — the highest since 2013 and a sharp increase year-on-year. Despite higher land costs, price growth has continued to moderate, reinforcing a more sustainable market environment heading into 2026.
📊 Infographic: What’s Shaping New Launches in 2026
🏘️ OCR Dominates New Supply
- Around 64–65% of new launches in 2026 are expected to be in the OCR
- Suburban projects are driving both supply and buyer interest
🚆 Affordability Meets Liveability
- OCR homes appeal to HDB upgraders and families
- Larger layouts and improving transport connectivity remain key drivers
🏗️ Developers Staying Active
- Estimated 20–22 private residential launches in 2026
- Total supply projected at 8,400 to 9,700+ units, depending on agency estimates
HDB MOP Completions: Fuel for OCR Demand
A significant tailwind for the suburban market is the 68.9% increase in HDB flats reaching their five-year MOP in 2026. This creates a ready pool of upgraders seeking private homes — many of whom naturally gravitate toward OCR projects due to familiarity, price comfort, and functional layouts.
This alignment between rising supply and upgrader demand is expected to help absorb new launches more smoothly, reducing volatility in the market.
Region-by-Region Snapshot for 2026
🏙️ Outside Central Region (OCR)
- Largest share of new launches
- Key projects include Bayshore Walk, Lentor Garden, Dairy Farm Walk, and Tengah
- Expected to remain the main sales engine in 2026
🏙️ Rest of Central Region (RCR)
- Only four launches expected
- Limited supply may support stronger interest
- Appeals to buyers seeking balance between accessibility and value
🏙️ Core Central Region (CCR)
- About 1,397 units expected, slightly fewer than 2025
- Buyer interest likely focused on scarce freehold redevelopments
- Signs of recovery after years of relative underperformance
First-Mover Advantage in New Housing Precincts
An increasingly important theme is first-mover advantage. Buyers today are less concerned about traditional regional labels and more focused on the specific attributes of each site.
Projects launching in new or transforming precincts — such as Bayshore, Tengah, and Bukit Timah Turf City — may benefit from pent-up demand, future infrastructure upgrades, and long-term neighbourhood transformation.
🏢 Spotlight: Mixed-Use Developments Gain Attention
Mixed-use projects are expected to draw strong interest in 2026, particularly those integrated with or close to MRT stations.
🛍️ Why buyers like mixed-use homes
- Daily conveniences at the doorstep
- Strong transport connectivity
- Lifestyle-oriented living environments
📍 Upcoming mixed-use locations
- Tampines
- Chencharu (Khatib)
- Lakeside
- Media Circle
- Selected CCR and RCR sites
Mega Projects and Executive Condominiums
🏗️ Mega Developments
- Large-scale projects such as Thomson View and Chuan Grove will add over 1,000 units each
- These developments may reshape supply dynamics within their micro-markets
🏡 Executive Condominiums (ECs)
- Several EC launches are expected in 2026
- Continues to attract upgraders looking for private-living features with structured eligibility
CCR Showing Signs of Recovery
In 2025, the price gap between CCR and RCR narrowed to about 10%, the smallest in years. With fewer RCR launches in 2026, upward pressure on RCR prices may ease, allowing CCR pricing to stabilise closer to historical norms.
Interestingly, while CCR price growth has lagged over the past five years, recent sales momentum suggests renewed buyer confidence, especially among those seeking long-term value in prime locations.
✅ Key Takeaways (Summary Highlights)
✅ OCR is expected to dominate both new supply and buyer demand in 2026
✅ Rising HDB MOP completions will strongly support upgrader-driven purchases
✅ Mixed-use developments and MRT-linked projects remain highly attractive
✅ Limited RCR and CCR supply could create selective opportunities
✅ Buyers are focusing more on project attributes than regional labels
Thinking Ahead to 2026?
With more choice in the suburbs, emerging precincts, and mixed-use developments, 2026 presents a window of opportunity for buyers planning their next move — whether upgrading, right-sizing, or securing a future-ready home.
If you’d like a clear breakdown of upcoming launches, guidance on which regions align with your plans, or help navigating new precincts early, feel free to reach out for a private discussion.