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Singapore's Top 10 Most Expensive HDB Resale Transactions of All Time

Singapore's HDB resale market has long been a barometer of the nation's property landscape. What was once unthinkable — public housing flats crossing the million-dollar mark — has now become a recurring headline. As of February 2026, the record has been broken yet again, with a Queenstown loft flat fetching a jaw-dropping $1,700,000.

Here is a definitive look at Singapore's 10 highest HDB resale transactions ever recorded, based on official HDB data.

Tampines Offers Two BTO Projects with Flats Starting from $197,000

HDB is launching two BTO projects in Tampines as part of the February 2026 exercise, offering buyers a choice between a Standard and a Plus project in one of Singapore's most established towns.

Sembawang 2-Roomers Hit Market at Just $150,000

HDB has launched its most affordable flats in the February 2026 BTO exercise, with 2-room Flexi units in Sembawang starting at just $150,000 before grants. With the Enhanced CPF Housing Grant (EHG) of up to $120,000, eligible first-timer singles can secure a home for as low as $30,000.

HDB to Launch Three BTO Projects at Lakeview and Shunfu From June 2026

The Housing & Development Board (HDB) announced that three Build-To-Order (BTO) projects will be launched at Lakeview and Shunfu starting June 2026, marking the first time in over four decades that new public housing is being introduced in these well-established residential areas.

HDB to Launch Nearly 1,300 Shorter Waiting Time Flats in February 2026

The Housing & Development Board (HDB) announced that approximately 1,300 Shorter Waiting Time (SWT) flats will be available in the upcoming February 2026 Build-To-Order (BTO) sales exercise, representing about a quarter of the 4,700 total units being launched.

HDB Delivers 19,600 Homes in 2025, Marks Completion of Bidadari Estate After Decade-Long Development

Historic milestone as final public housing projects at Bidadari reach completion; several developments finished ahead of schedule

The Housing & Development Board has successfully completed approximately 19,600 flats across 28 housing projects in 2025, achieving a median waiting time of about four years and marking a significant milestone in Singapore's public housing history.

HDB to Launch 19,600 BTO Flats in 2026 with One-Fifth Offering Shorter Wait Times

Singapore's Housing & Development Board (HDB) will launch approximately 19,600 Build-To-Order (BTO) flats in 2026, distributed across three sales exercises scheduled for February, June, and October.

DBSS median hits S$950k in 2025

DBSS (Design, Build and Sell Scheme) is the “premium HDB” segment—built by private developers, typically with more condo-like layouts/finishes, and usually in stronger locations. In 2025, DBSS deals were rare, but they punched far above their weight in price.

Key DBSS numbers (2025)

• DBSS transactions: 337

• That’s only ~1.34% of all 2025 resale deals

• Median DBSS price: S$950,000

• Median DBSS $psf: ~S$962 psf

• Million-dollar DBSS sales: 136

  • 40.4% of DBSS deals hit S$1M+

  • DBSS alone accounts for ~8.5% of all million-dollar flats in 2025

Canberra Street in Sembawang: Singapore's HDB Resale Hotspot of 2025

Canberra Street in Sembawang recorded 413 resale transactions in 2025, making it the most transacted street in Singapore's HDB resale market for the year. With a total transaction value of approximately $267.8 million, this newly developed estate continues to attract strong buyer interest.

Singapore HDB Resale Market 2025: Record-Breaking Year with 1,594 Million-Dollar Flats

The Singapore HDB resale market recorded 25,113 transactions in 2025, with a total transaction value of S$16.38 billion. The median resale price reached S$628,000, while the average price stood at approximately S$652,000. Price density averaged around S$604 per square foot (psf) across all transactions.

Ang Mo Kio Resale Market 2025: Navigating a Mature Estate with Lease Considerations

Ang Mo Kio recorded 803 resale transactions in 2025 with a median price of $490,088, representing a 4.3% year-on-year increase. The average transaction price was $586,754, with prices ranging from $300,000 to $1,500,000.

Punggol Resale Market Review 2025: Price Trends and Transaction Insights

Punggol recorded 1,212 resale transactions in 2025 with a median price of $670,000, representing a 4.7% year-on-year increase. The average transaction price was $675,587, with prices ranging from $320,000 to $1,230,000.

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• Punggol HDB Resale Market Analysis: January to November 2025
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Singapore's HDB Resale Market: Reading Between the Numbers

The past year of HDB resale transactions tells a story of market recalibration, buyer preferences, and economic adaptation. Here's what the quarterly data from Q3 2024 to Q3 2025 reveals

Median Resale Prices in 3rd Quarter 2025

Where Should You Buy Your HDB Flat? A Price Guide by Neighborhood

Singapore's HDB resale market tells a story of evolving neighborhoods and changing lifestyles. Whether you're a first-time buyer or upgrading, understanding the pricing landscape can help you make smarter decisions. Here's what the numbers reveal:

• 4-Room and 5-Room flats form the bulk of active resale transactions, showing median values between $550 K and $800 K across most estates.

• 3-Room units generally range $420 K – $650 K, reflecting strong affordability in mature and non-mature towns alike.

• Executive flats, where present, typically exceed $850 K, with some towns breaching the $900 K – $1 M mark.

Upcoming BTO Launch - February 2026

In the next Build-To-Order exercise to be held in February 2026, HDB will launch about 4,600 flats in Bukit Merah, Sembawang, Tampines, and Toa Payoh

October 2025 BTO Launch Includes 9,144 Flats

Singapore's Housing & Development Board (HDB) unveiled 9,144 new flats spanning 10 Build-To-Order (BTO) projects today, marking a significant milestone in the October 2025 sales exercise.

The latest launch covers eight towns across the island—Ang Mo Kio, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Merah, Jurong East, Sengkang, Toa Payoh, and Yishun—bringing fresh housing options to multiple established and growing neighborhoods.