Is the stamp duty calculation the same for HDB and private property

The calculation for Buyer's Stamp Duty (BSD) in Singapore is the same for both HDB flats and private properties. The BSD is computed based on the purchase price or market value of the property, whichever is higher. The rates are as follows:

- 1% for the first $180,000
- 2% for the next $180,000
- 3% for the next $640,000
- 4% for the remaining amount

This applies uniformly to all types of residential properties, including HDB flats and private properties. However, it's important to note that Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) rates may differ based on the buyer's nationality and the number of properties they own, but the BSD calculation itself remains consistent across different types of residential properties.