23/04/2026
Private home prices are still rising… but at the slowest pace in recent quarters.
At the same time, transaction volume has dropped almost 40%.
Most people will read this as “market slowing down.”
But after 28 years in real estate, I see it very differently.
👉 This is not a weak market.
👉 This is a selective market.
What’s really happening?
With the Middle East crisis and global uncertainty, buyers are becoming:
👉More cautious
👉More price-sensitive
👉More calculated in their decisions
And here’s the key shift…
💡 Not all properties will move the same way anymore.
We are now entering a phase where:
✔️ Well-priced properties in strong locations will still move fast
✔️ New launches continue to see strong take-up rates
❌ Overpriced or poorly positioned properties will struggle
Even more interesting…
HDB resale prices just recorded their first drop in almost 7 years.
This will quietly affect HDB upgraders, who form a major buyer pool for private property.
👉 Meaning: The next wave of buyers will be more careful with their numbers.
So the real question is not:
“Is the market going up or down?”
The real question is:
👉 “Is YOUR property positioned correctly in THIS market?”
Because in today’s environment…
Strategy matters more than ever.
I’ve guided thousands of clients through different market cycles — from boom to crisis.
And one thing remains constant:
💡 Those who position early… gain options.
💡 Those who wait… face limitations.
If you’re:
• Planning to sell
• Thinking of upgrading
• Or unsure how current events will impact your next move
📩 Drop me a message.
No hard selling. Just clarity.
Roza Sure Bagus
Your Friendly Property Strategist since 1998
I don’t just sell homes, I sell Happiness.
Singapore private home prices continue to rise, but at a slower pace, amid sales slump and concerns over the Middle East crisis. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.