Singapore New Launch Pipeline 2026: Complete Overview

Singapore's property market enters the second half of 2026 with one of the most substantial new launch pipelines in recent memory. Based on Huttons Analytics data as of 7 May 2026, there are 49 projects in various stages of preview preparation — spanning residential condominiums, executive condos, commercial shophouses, and industrial factories across every region of the island. This overview maps the full landscape so buyers, investors, and upgraders can plan ahead.

The big picture: what's coming and when

The pipeline is heavily weighted toward the second half of 2026 and the first half of 2027. Several projects have already opened sales galleries or are on standby for first-come-first-served bookings. The bulk of major GLS (Government Land Sales) launches — which tend to offer the largest unit counts — are targeting preview dates between Q3 2026 and Q1 2027.

The Central region dominates in terms of project count, with over 20 residential launches concentrated in Bukit Timah, Holland, River Valley, Orchard, and the city fringe. The North-East corridor (Lentor, Hougang, Chuan) follows with a strong slate of mass-market and mid-tier launches. The Executive Condo segment has five upcoming projects, all in the North and West — an important note for HDB upgraders.

Pipeline by region at a glance

Residential: headline numbers

The residential pipeline alone accounts for roughly 33 projects and an estimated 14,000+ units. Land costs paid by developers range from $692 psf ppr (Sembawang Road EC) at the lower end to $3,346 psf ppr (Former Delfi Orchard on Orchard Road) at the ultra-prime end — a spread that will ultimately translate into a wide range of launch prices.

What this pipeline means for buyers

Volume of supply is one side of the equation. The more important question for buyers is what this pipeline signals about pricing direction. Developer land costs are a leading indicator — when developers pay high psf ppr, they need to launch at correspondingly high prices to achieve margin. The Central region's land costs, particularly at the Orchard end ($2,769–$3,346 psf ppr for former Tanglin Shopping Centre and Delfi Orchard), suggest ultra-premium launch prices ahead for those sites.

For value-conscious buyers, the North-East and EC corridors offer the most competitive land cost profiles — and therefore the best chance of finding well-priced units in the upcoming cycle. The Lentor micro-market (Lentor Gardens Residences, Lentor Central) has established a track record of strong take-up, and upcoming launches in the cluster are likely to reprice upward from their predecessors.

For investors, the Central pipeline's sheer depth — over 20 projects — means increased competition for tenant dollars in the CCR over the medium term. Buyers entering at the right price point and product tier will be well-positioned; those overpaying for average units in crowded sub-markets face more risk.

Commercial and industrial: the overlooked opportunity

Ten commercial and industrial projects round out the pipeline — and for buyers seeking ABSD-free investment, these deserve serious attention. All commercial and industrial property purchases in Singapore carry zero ABSD regardless of buyer profile, including foreigners. Several projects in the pipeline are freehold factory units, which are rare and have historically held value well.

We cover the commercial and industrial pipeline in full in a dedicated article in this series.

Source: Huttons Analytics, URA, HDB & JTC. All units are estimated numbers only. Data accurate as at 7 May 2026 and subject to change without notice. This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial or investment advice. Andee Ching, CEA No. R071050B, Huttons Asia Pte Ltd, Licence No. L3008899K.