Expert analysis on cooling measures, financing guides, and comparison studies to help HDB upgraders and first-timers navigate the Executive Condominium market.
Associate Division Director · Huttons Asia Pte Ltd
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Project Launches 5 min readClovelle of Woodlands (Woodlands Drive 17 EC Plot 2) by Sim Lian: record $794 psf ppr land bid, ~560 units, 5-year MOP (land tendered before 8 May 2026), TEL MRT and RTS Link upside.
Policy & Rules 6 min readReview of Sembawang Road EC by Oriental Pacific ($692 psf ppr). In-depth analysis of 5-year MOP rules, 1.4 plot ratio, Canberra MRT, and upgrader upside.
Project Launches 6 min readSingapore EC income ceiling raised to $18k for GLS tenders on/after 24 Aug 2026 ($16k prior). Explore 30% MSR calculations, 75% LTV limits, and grant rules.
EC Comparisons 3 min readTorn between BTO and an EC in 2026? Compare purchase costs, 5- vs 10-year MOP rules for ECs and Prime BTOs, and long-term capital growth side-by-side.
Finance & Loans 6 min readCurrent Executive Condominium loan rates: 1.4% floating during construction, switch to 1.4% fixed after TOP. BUC financing rules & MSR requirements.
Project Launches 7 min readCoastal Cabana EC at Pasir Ris: full price list from $1,505,000, the 30% MSR maths, eligibility, CRL location outlook and how it compares with Lumina Grand and Otto Place.
Market Analysis 8 min readRivelle Tampines EC showflat crowd during March 2026 launch weekend when 90% of units sold at S$1,893 psf average price
EC Comparisons 5 min readCompare North Gaia ($1,599 PSF) vs Wynwood Grand EC ($1,600+ PSF). Discover $200+ PSF price savings and balance units available for immediate purchase.
EC Comparisons 5 min readRivelle EC or Aurelle Tampines: which EC should you buy in 2026? Compare MRT proximity, unit sizes, PSF prices, TOP dates, and long-term resale upside.
Policy & Rules 4 min readWhat changed for Executive Condominiums on 8 May 2026: 10-year MOP, 15-year privatisation, no DPS and a 90% first-timer quota, plus which ECs are affected.
EC Comparisons 3 min readCompare all Tampines ECs in 2026: Rivelle, Aurelle, Trilliant, and Treasure Crest. Review price trends, MRT proximity, and long-term investment value.
Project Launches 4 min readWhy Aurelle of Tampines sold out rapidly: Tampines North MRT access, competitive $1,490 PSF pricing, East supply crunch, and 2032 MOP resale projections.
Market Analysis 4 min readWhy Rivelle EC at Tampines Street 95 is a top 2026 buy. 5-min walk to MRT, 70+ luxury facilities, Sim Lian quality layouts, and priority VVIP preview.
Market Analysis 13 min readCanberra Drive EC tender closed with an 8-year record 13 bids and historic $825 psf ppr by a Santarli-led JV. Full analysis on 10-year MOP, no DPS & pricing.
Project Launches 9 min readComplete list of upcoming Executive Condominium (EC) launches for 2026-2027. Review GLS land bids, unit counts, 5-year MOP rules, and eligibility guidelines.
EC Comparisons 7 min readDeciding between an EC and a private condo in 2026? Learn about the 20-30% price discount, income ceiling rules, 5-year MOP, and historical capital gains.
Finance & Loans 8 min readNew launch Executive Condominium downpayment guide for 2026: timeline milestones, 5% cash outlay, 20% CPF usage, Buyer's Stamp Duty, and payment schemes.
Policy & Rules 4 min readEC rules 2026: 5-year MOP for land tendered before 8 May 2026, 10-year MOP and no DPS for newer sites, plus privatisation timelines and income ceilings.
Market Analysis 4 min readIs an Executive Condominium worth buying in 2026? Compare EC capital appreciation vs private condos, 5-year MOP liquidity advantages, and DPS financing.
Project Launches 24 min readComplete 2026 guide to buying a Singapore EC: eligibility criteria, $16k-$18k income caps, 5-year MOP rules, Deferred Payment Scheme, and top launches.
EC Comparisons 6 min readCompare 2026-2027 EC launches: Coastal Cabana, Rivelle Tampines, Solano Grand, Woodlands Dr 17 & Sembawang Rd. Side-by-side prices, developers, and MRT access.
Project Launches 7 min readUpgrading to an EC from HDB? Learn exact resale levy amounts ($15k-$55k), payment timing upon key collection, half-levy rules, and full resale exemptions.
Market Analysis 6 min readEC market data for June 2026: median prices hit S$1,836 PSF, how the 8 May 2026 10-year MOP rule affects new EC sites, and ~4,000 units in the pipeline.
Market Analysis 22 min readHDB BTO June 2026 application rates analysis: how 3.2x oversubscription, Prime location demand, and tighter rules impact Executive Condo buyers & upgraders.
Market Analysis 4 min readAdmiralty Walk EC Sembawang 2026 analysis: tender closes 17 Dec 2026 under the new 10-year MOP, no-DPS EC rules. Pricing estimates & Canberra MRT access.
Market Analysis 5 min readMND announces the HDB removal of 15-month wait-out period for condo owners buying resale flats. Impact on PPOs, HDB resale market, and EC buyers explained.
Project Launches 7 min readSolano Grand EC review: CDL Senja Close launch analysed. Land $771 psf ppr, ~300 units, price forecast $1,620–$1,770 psf, eligibility and Q4 2026 ballot tips.
Project Launches 7 min readAltura EC review: record $1,433 psf launch, full sellout, ACS Primary effect, TOP outlook and the bounce unit and resale playbook for 2026 buyers.
Project Launches 6 min readLumina Grand EC review with real transaction data: $1,464 psf launch to $1,600 psf bounce units, sellout timeline, unit mix and lessons for 2026 buyers.
Project Launches 6 min readNorth Gaia EC review: 27% launch weekend at $1,302 psf to full sellout at $1,475 psf median. Price analysis, unit mix, MOP outlook and bounce unit guide.
Project Launches 7 min readWynwood Grand EC review: CDL Woodlands Drive 17 analysed. $782 psf ppr land, ~430 units near Woodlands South MRT, price forecast and Nov 2026 preview.
Project Launches 9 min readComplete real estate analysis of Jurong East Ave 1 EC (Dec 2026 tender). Plot ratio 5.0, Toh Guan MRT link, JLD 2nd CBD upside & price projections.
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All property information, images, renderings, floor plans, pricing, and specifications displayed on this page are provided by the respective developers for illustration purposes only and do not constitute any offer, representation, or warranty of any kind. Huttons Asia Pte Ltd (CEA Licence No. L3008899K) holds no legal responsibility for any inaccuracies, omissions, or changes to the information provided. All materials, finishes, and specifications are subject to the developer's discretion and may change without prior notice. Floor areas are approximate and subject to final survey. Pricing is indicative and subject to change. Prospective buyers should conduct their own due diligence and verify all details directly with the respective developers before making any property-related decisions.