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HDB Plus/Prime Constraints, Kampong Gelam Rents, and Agent Transparency in Focus
Published 22 June 2026 · Covers news from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
Today's news covers the lesser-discussed restrictions on Plus and Prime HDB flats beyond the 10-year MOP, a detailed rent analysis across Kampong Gelam's conservation streets, and a Straits Times report on how greater transparency is raising the bar for property agents in Singapore.
- Stacked Homes argues that the 10-year Minimum Occupation Period and subsidy clawback are not the most significant drawbacks of Plus and Prime BTO flats — pointing to other structural constraints that buyers in these categories should weigh carefully before committing [1].
- According to URA data cited by Stacked Homes, Haji Lane rents surged 93% in 2024 to $12.39 psf and have edged further to $12.94 psf in 2026 year-to-date, while Arab Street rents have already corrected to $6.21 psf — illustrating sharp divergence within the same Kampong Gelam conservation precinct [2].
- The Straits Times reports that increased market transparency is pushing Singapore property agents to raise their standards, suggesting the regulatory and information environment for buyers and sellers is continuing to evolve [4].
- Stacked Homes highlights a London development — 100 Avenue Road in Swiss Cottage — offering 172 apartments from £795,000 (approximately S$1.37 million) on 999-year leasehold tenure, with completion targeted for Q4 2028; this item is directed at Singapore investors considering overseas property [3].
Sources
- [1]The Biggest Constraint On Plus And Prime HDB Flats Isn’t The 10-Year MOP
Stacked Homes · 21/06/2026
- [2]Kampong Gelam Has Evolved Over The Years — And Maybe That Is Not A Bad Thing
Stacked Homes · 21/06/2026
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- [4]More transparency pushes property agents to do better - The Straits Times
Google News — Singapore property · 21/06/2026
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