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Hudson Place Residences Moves 61% at Launch; Young Buyers Lean Private
Published 18 May 2026 · Covers news from 17 May to 18 May
One-north's Hudson Place Residences sold 201 of 327 units in its opening weekend at an average of $2,458 psf, with three-bedroom units fully taken up. Separately, a Straits Times report highlights a growing cohort of under-35 Singaporeans entering the private market, with investment cited as a key motivation.
- Stacked Homes reports that Hudson Place Residences sold 201 of 327 units (61%) over its May 16–17 launch weekend at an average of $2,458 psf, with three-bedders the first unit type to sell out entirely. [3]
- According to Stacked Homes, no competing launches are expected in the one-north precinct until 2027, meaning Hudson Place Residences currently has the submarket to itself. [3]
- A Straits Times article cited by Stacked Homes highlights a growing trend of Singaporeans under 35 purchasing private properties, with investment motivations — rather than owner-occupation alone — reported as a significant driver. [1]
- The Independent Singapore News reports that some Gen Z buyers are also viewing softening HDB resale prices as an entry opportunity, though voices in the same report argue that housing should not primarily be treated as an investment. [6]
- According to 99.co, URA and HDB Q1 2026 flash estimates showed diverging price trends between the private and public housing segments, underscoring that the two markets are not moving in lockstep. [8]
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- [6]Singaporean Gen Zs smell opportunity as HDB prices slip – ‘Housing shouldn’t be investment’ - The Independent Singapore News
Google News — Singapore property · 03/04/2026
- [8]URA and HDB flash estimates show diverging price trends for private and public housing in Q1 2026 - 99.co
Google News — Singapore property · 01/04/2026
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