Best Condos Under $800K in Singapore's Outside Central Region

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$800,000 buys a studio or compact 1BR in Singapore's OCR — typically a 99-year leasehold built 1990s–early 2000s, trading at $900–$1,300 psf. Districts 23, 25, and 27 anchor the sub-$800K pool. Buyers gain affordability but must model lease-decay timelines, CPF pro-ration rules, and narrowing buyer pools as remaining leases approach 60 years.

The $800,000 ceiling is meaningful. It is the budget most singles earning $7,000–$9,000/month can sustain under TDSR. New launch OCR prices averaged $1,700–$1,900 psf by early 2026 — sub-$800K new-launch units are practically non-existent. That pushes buyers into the resale market, specifically projects completed 1995–2008.

A 1997-built project carries ~70 years remaining lease in 2026 — enough for most buyers in their 30s to use CPF freely. A 1990-built project sits at ~63 years where CPF pro-ration begins to bite.

Sub-$800K transactions concentrate in three OCR zones: D23 (Bukit Panjang, CCK), D25 (Woodlands, Admiralty), D27 (Sembawang, Yishun). URA Q1 2026 caveats show OCR resale in $650K–$800K averaging $1,050–$1,250 psf for pre-2005 builds.

For: First-time buyersHDB upgradersInvestors
Source: URA REALIS
Data as of June 2026

Buying a condo under a hard budget ceiling is a different exercise from hunting the best-looking listing — it forces you to rank opportunities by price-to-transaction-credibility rather than marketing polish. This guide filters condos by recent transaction prices inside your target band and shows which projects actually clear at that quantum, not just which ones advertise at it. Use it alongside our Affordability, TDSR, and Stamp Duty calculators to translate any shortlist into a fully-costed offer.

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Quantum beats PSF at this budget
When you have a hard price ceiling, two condos at different PSFs but the same total quantum are usually equivalent value — pick the one with better facing, floor, or floorplan rather than the one that looks "cheaper" on PSF alone.

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Looking for a condo under $800K in Singapore's Outside Central Region? We analysed recent transactions (past 24 months) across Districts 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 to find the best-value options with at least 2 sales under your budget.

Top Condos Under $800K in Outside Central Region

CondoDistrictAvg PriceAvg PSFTenureTxns
EUPHONY GARDENSDistrict 27 (Sembawang, Yishun)$782,500$978 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 19982
EDELWEISS PARK CONDOMINIUMDistrict 17 (Changi, Loyang)$776,250$1,110 psfFreehold2
CANBERRA RESIDENCESDistrict 27 (Sembawang, Yishun)$770,000$1,176 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20102
ESTELLA GARDENSDistrict 17 (Changi, Loyang)$782,500$1,192 psfFreehold2
BOATHOUSE RESIDENCESDistrict 19 (Punggol, Hougang, Serangoon Gardens)$795,000$1,273 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20112
THE GREENWICHDistrict 28 (Seletar)$768,833$1,275 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20096
SEASTRANDDistrict 18 (Tampines, Pasir Ris)$747,214$1,279 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201121
WOODHAVENDistrict 25 (Kranji, Woodgrove)$775,667$1,287 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20113
THE TENNERYDistrict 23 (Choa Chu Kang, Dairy Farm, Hillview, Bukit Panjang)$798,200$1,301 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20105
PARC OLYMPIADistrict 17 (Changi, Loyang)$714,629$1,322 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20123
PALM ISLESDistrict 17 (Changi, Loyang)$717,143$1,353 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201114
HILLSTADistrict 23 (Choa Chu Kang, Dairy Farm, Hillview, Bukit Panjang)$747,931$1,354 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201116
SELETAR PARK RESIDENCEDistrict 28 (Seletar)$765,900$1,363 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201110
THE MINTONDistrict 19 (Punggol, Hougang, Serangoon Gardens)$752,000$1,370 psf99-year leasehold3
DOUBLE BAY RESIDENCESDistrict 18 (Tampines, Pasir Ris)$737,500$1,370 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20082
NINE RESIDENCESDistrict 27 (Sembawang, Yishun)$768,000$1,373 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20134
THE MILTONIA RESIDENCESDistrict 27 (Sembawang, Yishun)$737,750$1,379 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20104
HEDGES PARK CONDOMINIUMDistrict 17 (Changi, Loyang)$687,700$1,420 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201010
ISUITES @ TANIDistrict 19 (Punggol, Hougang, Serangoon Gardens)$727,500$1,425 psf999 yrs lease commencing from 18832
Q BAY RESIDENCESDistrict 18 (Tampines, Pasir Ris)$762,247$1,429 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201223
THE NAUTICALDistrict 27 (Sembawang, Yishun)$700,978$1,437 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20115
THE INFLORADistrict 17 (Changi, Loyang)$669,438$1,438 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201220
THE SANTORINIDistrict 18 (Tampines, Pasir Ris)$731,640$1,442 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201317
SKIES MILTONIADistrict 27 (Sembawang, Yishun)$700,750$1,447 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 20128
PARC ROSEWOODDistrict 25 (Kranji, Woodgrove)$668,059$1,453 psf99 yrs lease commencing from 201153

Buying Tips at This Budget

  • At this price point, focus on quantum (total price) rather than PSF — a lower PSF in a less popular facing or floor can be excellent value.
  • Check the Stamp Duty Calculator to know your exact upfront costs before committing.
  • Use the TDSR Calculator to verify you qualify for the loan amount needed.
  • Consider units that just crossed the 3-year SSD period for better negotiation power.

Recurring URA caveat names for sub-$800K OCR transactions 2024–2025:

ProjectDistrictTenure (built)Lease left (2026)PSFSize
WoodsvaleD2399LH (1997)~70 yr$900–$1,050600–750 sqft 1BR
Regent GroveD2399LH (1999)~72 yr$950–$1,100560–700 sqft 1BR
ChestervaleD2399LH (1997)~70 yr$880–$1,020700–900 sqft 2BR
Woodlands CrescentD2599LH (2000)~73 yr$820–$980500–650 sqft
NorthwoodD2599LH (1998)~71 yr$850–$1,000600–750 sqft 1BR
Yishun EmeraldD2799LH (2000)~73 yr$870–$1,020560–700 sqft 1BR

Remaining lease above 65 years is the practical safety floor. Rental yields 4.0–5.2% gross on 600–700 sqft 1BR at $2,200–$2,800/month. Transaction volumes thin — cross-reference 12+ months of caveats.

  1. Run the lease-decay calculator before shortlisting.
  2. Check CPF pro-ration limits before making an offer. If remaining lease cannot cover youngest buyer to age 95, CPF is pro-rated.
  3. Model gross-to-net yield. Maintenance ($350/month) + property tax + 5–8% vacancy.
  4. Stress-test mortgage at 5% interest. $800K loan at 4%/25yr = ~$4,200/month.
  5. Request MCST 2-year financial statements. Sinking fund adequacy critical for pre-2000 projects.
  6. Understand ABSD exposure. SC first property: 0%. SC 2nd: 20% ($160K on $800K). PR first: 5%. Foreigner: 60%.

Methodology & Sources

This analysis covers full-year 2026 data and refreshes one-time.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Source: URA REALIS transaction data (past 24 months)
  • Only condos with 2+ qualifying transactions included
  • PSF = unit price per square foot of strata area

Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate are the prices in this list?
All figures are derived from caveats lodged in the past 24 months via URA REALIS. Listing prices can drift 5–15% from transacted prices, so use these numbers as the realistic ceiling for offers, not the floor.
Can I finance a condo at this budget with an HDB loan?
No — private condos are financed exclusively through bank loans (or cash). Your borrowing limit is set by the lower of TDSR (55% of gross income) and LTV caps (typically 75% for the first property). Use our TDSR calculator to get your working number.
What are the all-in costs beyond the purchase price?
Expect Buyer's Stamp Duty (up to 6% progressive), legal fees of roughly $3,000, optional renovation, maintenance-fee escrow, and property tax from handover. Run our Total Acquisition Cost calculator for a precise figure.
How much is BSD on an $800K condo?

Total BSD = $18,600 (1%×$180K + 2%×$180K + 3%×$440K). Payable within 14 days of S&P.

Can I use CPF OA on an older 65-year-lease OCR condo?

Yes, provided remaining lease covers youngest buyer to age 95. For 30-year-old with 65 years remaining, threshold exactly met — full CPF usage permitted.

What is the ABSD for a SC first condo purchase?

0%. Only BSD applies. SC 2nd property: 20%. PR first: 5%. Foreigners: 60%.

Is the rental yield worth it after costs?

Gross yields 4.0–5.2% for OCR 1BR at $780K–$800K. Net yield 2.8–3.8% after maintenance, property tax, vacancy, agent fees.

What happens when lease falls below 60 years?

CPF pro-rated; banks reduce LTV; Bala's Curve shows ~80% of freehold equivalent at 60 yrs, ~74% at 50 yrs.

Any sub-$800K options outside D23/D25/D27?

Occasionally D19, D22. Most D19 resale now above $800K. D24 (Tengah) and D26 are largely new-launch territory.

Should I worry about en-bloc potential?

Real but overstated. Requires 80% owner consent, willing developer, lease top-up fee. For 60–70 year leases, developer appetite is limited.