District 13 (Macpherson, Braddell) — April 2026 Digest

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For digest readers, the four numbers that matter for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) in April 2026 are: (a) transacted volume relative to trailing-12-month averages, (b) median PSF for the comparable-quality sample, (c) gross rental yield (where applicable), and (d) the segment-mix composition that influenced the headline aggregate. Cross-reference the chart in this digest against URA REALIS for verified caveat-level detail, and against the URA Property Price Index for the quarterly cycle-level benchmark.

The transacted activity reading for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) reflects the interplay between (1) the policy environment (IRAS ABSD rates for buyer-side cooling, IRAS BSD rates for the standard upfront stamp), (2) the financing cost environment (MAS SORA dashboard for the floating-rate benchmark plus typical 0.6–0.85% bank spread = ~4.0% all-in), and (3) the MAS TDSR / cooling measures explainer that caps debt-servicing at 55% of gross income. Each of these levers can shift period-to-period readings independently.

The April 2026 monthly market digest digest for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) sits within a defined cycle context. District 13 sits within the broader Singapore private residential cycle. This digest reads the period’s data alongside the structural framework set by Singapore’s post-April-2023 cooling-measure regime — foreigner ABSD at 60%, Singapore Citizen second-property ABSD at 20%, 3M SORA in the 3.0–3.5% band — that shapes how the raw figures translate into actionable buyer or seller decisions (as of 2026-04).

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Source: URA REALIS
Data as of June 2026

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Key Takeaways
  • Sales volume: 26 transactions
  • Average PSF: $2,113 psf (↓ 0.9% MoM)
  • Rental volume: 0 leases
  • RCR · D13 (Macpherson, Braddell)

Monthly Overview

District 13 (Macpherson, Braddell) recorded 26 sales transactions in April 2026 at an average PSF of $2,113 psf.

Prices were virtually unchanged at $991 psf — a 0.9% decrease year-on-year. At 26 deals, market activity was softer than usual (17% below average).

Notable Transactions

The highest-value transactions in District 13 during April 2026.

Notable transactions D13 — April 2026
PropertyPricePSFTypeSale Type
THE POIZ RESIDENCES$3,450,000$2,289 psf4 BRResale
THE WOODLEIGH RESIDENCES$3,410,888$2,685 psf3 BRSub Sale
SENNETT ESTATE$3,350,000$2,233 psf4 BRResale
MACPHERSON GARDEN ESTATE$3,288,000$2,419 psf4 BRResale
PARK COLONIAL$2,900,000$2,721 psf3 BRResale

Most Active Condos

Condos with the highest transaction volume in District 13.

Most active condos D13
PropertyTransactionsAvg PSF
THE WOODLEIGH RESIDENCES5$2,444 psf
BARTLEY RIDGE4$2,064 psf
THE POIZ RESIDENCES3$2,157 psf
THE VENUE RESIDENCES2$1,805 psf
THE TRE VER2$2,029 psf
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Recent PSF Trend (6 Months)

6-month PSF trend D13
PeriodVolumeAvg PSF
2025-1131$2,033 psf
2025-1246$2,092 psf
2026-0127$2,126 psf
2026-0224$2,069 psf
2026-0333$2,133 psf
2026-0426$2,113 psf

Bedroom Distribution

3 BR units dominated with 42.3% of transactions in District 13 during April 2026.

Bedroom distribution D13 — April 2026
Unit TypeTransactionsAvg PSF
3 BR11$2,162 psf
2 BR6$1,997 psf
Studio4$1,923 psf
4 BR3$2,314 psf
1 BR3$2,291 psf
5 BR1$2,130 psf
ℹ Market Context
District 13 averaged $2,113 psf in April 2026, which is 1.8% below the city-wide average of $2,152 psf.

The April 2026 period’s transacted activity for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) reflects specific micro-level drivers. Within the aggregate figure, individual sub-segments (different unit types, floor bands, tenure types) typically move at different rates — the period’s ‘top movers’ are units or sub-cohorts whose performance deviated meaningfully from the mean. For investors and sellers, identifying these movers is more useful than the headline average because the mean smooths out the dispersion that creates actual buying or selling opportunities.

Typical top-mover categories in any digest period include: (a) freehold units in 99-year-dominated districts that command a meaningful tenure premium, (b) high-floor units in projects with strong views or panoramic orientation (5–15% PSF premium vs low-floor in same project), (c) recently-renovated stock that commands ~5–10% premium over comparable un-renovated transacted PSF, and (d) units close to recently-opened MRT lines or new developments that create proximity-premium uplift. For District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) in April 2026, the dispersion across these categories is the more informative reading than the headline median. Use District 13 page for cross-reference.

Conversely, soft-mover categories typically include 99-year leasehold stock approaching financing-window thresholds (lease <30 years), units with unfavourable orientation or noise exposure, and developments where MCST management quality has degraded. Cross-reference URA REALIS for the per-project caveats and assess which projects in District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) fall into which category.

The embedded chart for this monthly market digest digest of District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) in April 2026 visualises the transacted activity trajectory. The two readings to focus on are (1) the absolute level versus the trailing-12-month mean, and (2) the direction of change across the most recent 3–4 periods. A single-period spike or trough is rarely informative; sustained directional movement across multiple periods signals a structural shift worth acting on.

For comparative context, place District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell)’s April 2026 reading against (a) the corresponding national-level URA Property Price Index figure for the segment, and (b) the equivalent reading in adjacent districts or towns. The relative positioning — whether District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) is leading or lagging the national segment — informs whether the period’s reading is geography-specific or part of a broader cycle move. Use price heatmap for district-level visual comparison and district comparison for direct numeric benchmarking.

Looking ahead from April 2026, the forward variables for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) transacted activity are (a) the URA Government Land Sales pipeline within a 1km radius, which determines new-supply pressure, (b) the SORA trajectory over the next 2–4 quarters, which shapes mortgage-driven affordability, and (c) any local infrastructure changes (new MRT stations, school openings, redevelopment of neighbouring plots) that could shift relative attractiveness. Track these via URA REALIS and the MAS SORA dashboard (as of 2026-04).

FAQ

How many transactions were recorded in District 13 in April 2026?
District 13 (Macpherson, Braddell) recorded 26 sales transactions in April 2026.
What was the average PSF in District 13 in April 2026?
The average price per square foot was $2,113 psf in District 13 during April 2026.
Which condo had the most transactions in District 13?
The most active condo was THE WOODLEIGH RESIDENCES with 5 transactions.
What does the April 2026 monthly market digest reading for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) indicate?

The reading is a snapshot of transacted activity in April 2026 for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) on the transacted activity dimension. Single-period readings are most informative when read against trailing-12-month and same-period-prior-year benchmarks. Pull verified caveats from URA REALIS for transaction-level detail (as of 2026-04).

How was this transacted activity figure computed?

The figure is derived from URA REALIS caveats for District 13 (Macpherson / Braddell) filed during April 2026. transacted activity computations follow standard methodologies: gross yield = annual rent / purchase price for the same unit cohort; transacted PSF = price / floor area; volume = caveat count for the segment. For HDB digests the equivalent source is the HDB resale portal.

How does this period compare to the same period a year ago?

Year-over-year comparison strips out seasonality. The most informative read is whether April 2026’s transacted activity reading is materially above or below the equivalent period one year earlier, controlling for the broader Singapore property cycle. Use the URA Property Price Index for cycle-level context.

What policy environment shaped this reading?

The reading sits within the post-April-2023 cooling-measure regime: foreigner ABSD 60%, SC second-property ABSD 20%, TDSR 55% per the MAS TDSR / cooling measures explainer. SORA-linked mortgage rates near 4.0% effective shape the affordability ceiling. These structural variables affect demand-side composition across all digest periods since 2023.

Should I act on this digest?

Honest answer: depends on holding horizon and buyer profile. For owner-occupiers with 10+ year horizons, single-period digest readings rarely trigger action. For sellers or short-horizon investors, sustained directional moves across 3–4 periods may indicate timing windows. Cross-reference your specific buyer profile via the IRAS BSD rates and CPF home ownership rules alongside the digest data.

Methodology & Sources

Figures below are drawn from April 2026 and revised every month.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

We report medians (not means) so a single outlier transaction cannot skew district-level figures. PSF = price per square foot.