The July 2025 Build-To-Order (BTO) and Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) exercise saw a notable increase in demand, with 39,498 applicants vying for 10,209 flats, according to Huttons. This equates to 3.9 applicants per flat, surpassing February 2025’s rate of 3.2 and aligning closely with February 2024’s 4.0. The surge is attributed to rising resale flat prices and policy changes, such as increased allocation for second-timers and the Family Care Scheme.
The BTO exercise attracted more interest than the SBF, particularly in popular locations like Bukit Merah, Clementi, Toa Payoh, and Tampines. Simei Symphony, the first public housing project in over a decade in Simei, emerged as the most sought-after Standard BTO project, benefiting from its proximity to Upper Changi MRT station and high demand for 5-room flats.
Prime flats also saw a record number of applicants, exceeding 12,000, despite a higher clawback subsidy. Alexandra Peaks and Alexandra Vista, located near Redhill MRT station, drew over 3,300 applicants for 1,107 flats, significantly more than previous exercises. Clementi Emerald maintained its appeal with over 3,100 applicants, thanks to its prime location and short completion period.
Toa Payoh Ascent attracted nearly 5,900 applicants for 741 flats, underscoring the area’s popularity. The median application rate for 2-room flexi flats among singles rose to 8.4 in July 2025, driven by policy relaxations and attractive locations. These trends highlight the ongoing demand for public housing in Singapore’s mature estates.
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