How much will developers sell their 3 bedder units if the breakeven price is 2,026?

If the breakeven price for a new launch 3-bedroom unit at Margaret Drive is 2,026 per square foot, developers typically add a profit margin of about 10% to 15% to this cost. Therefore, buyers can expect the developer to launch these 3-bedders at approximately 2,230 to 2,330 per square foot, depending on market conditions, demand, and the project's attributes.

- In recent years, developers' profit margins for private residential projects in Singapore have shrunk to around 10–12%, or even lower for some projects, due to higher land and construction costs as well as tighter competition.
- For most launches, a reasonable price range is about 2,230 to 2,330 per square foot for a breakeven cost of 2,026, based on current industry norms.
- Premiums may be higher for units with desirable facing, better layouts, or floor levels, but the general launch pricing will still reflect this margin above breakeven.

This launch price ensures the developer’s profitability in the current market, even as tighter margins and cooling measures moderate possible price increments.