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CDL sets record EC land bids, with prices likely above S$1,800 psf raising questions on whether ECs remain affordable for Singaporeans.

August 12, 2025

CDL’s EC Land Bid Hits S$782 psf — Expected Launch Prices to Reach S$1,800 psf. Are ECs Still a Viable Option for the Sandwich Class?

With effect from the August 2023 Build-to-Order (BTO) Exercise, stricter penalties will be imposed on couples who do not select a flat when invited by the Housing and Development Board (HDB) to do so. A new priority category benefiting first-timer families applying for their first BTO flat was also introduced. In his Committee of Supply …