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Upper Thomson has established character with existing amenities and close proximity to nature, appealing to own-stay buyers. Lentor is a new, master-planned residential cluster around Lentor MRT, attracting investors and younger families. Future unit supply includes new condo launches. Both areas lie within District 26.

Most private residential TOP supply from 2026 to 2029 is spread across city-fringe and suburban locations. Key regions include: - **Central Region/City-Fringe**: Orchard, River Valley, Newton, etc. - **East**: Katong, Bedok, Pasir Ris, etc. - **North-East/North**: Ang Mo Kio, Kovan, Sengkang, etc. - **West/North-West**: Tengah, Bukit Panjang, etc. - **Greater Southern/Waterfront**: Telok Blangah, Marina South.

Increased supply is likely to cap rental growth and soften rents in some segments, but not cause a broad crash. More units available will lead to stiffer competition, especially in less convenient locations. Rental growth is expected to be flat to low single-digit. Demand factors will support the market.

HDB flats completed before 2000 are located in older (mature) estates and early phases of newer towns, with lease commencement dates in the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. To check completion year, use EdgeProp Singapore by entering the block number and street name, then look at the lease start year and completion year.

The average return on investment for a new launch condo in Singapore typically falls in the mid-single-digit annual range over the medium to long term, affected by project-specific factors, entry price, timing, rental yields, and costs. Investors often target 3-6% annual returns over ten years, but actual returns vary widely. Click for more.

Office cap rates for prime and Grade A offices in the CBD are based on data from EdgeProp Singapore, which compiles figures from major real estate consultancies and investment market reports. This includes yields, capital values, transaction pricing, and investor yield expectations. For specific data sources, refer to individual EdgeProp articles.

A rental yield of 3.7% is above average for Singapore residential property, compared to the low 3% range for many private condos. Its attractiveness depends on financing costs, holding period, capital gains expectations, and the specific project's tenant demand, location, age, and maintenance costs.

HDB shophouses cannot typically be sold separately as commercial and residential components unless the title is already separated into distinct units. Purchases must be for the whole property without subdivision. Check the specific property's title status via HDB or URA records.

You can appeal to HDB to sell your flat before the MOP if your husband has chronic pain requiring caregiving or relocation. Provide medical reports, explain the need for relocation, and include family and financial details. Submit via HDB e-Service or branch; approvals are case-by-case.

HDB may approve selling your flat before the Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) under exceptional circumstances for chronic illnesses affecting family members. Conditions include severe illness supported by medical certificates, demonstrating the need to move, and intent to buy/rent a suitable property. Submit an appeal with medical reports, proof of family relationship, and financial documents. Approval is case-by-case.