What Is PSF? Price Per Square Foot Explained

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Quick Definition
Price per Square Foot (PSF) is the unit price of a property divided by its floor area in square feet.

What Does It Mean?

Price per Square Foot (PSF) is the unit price of a property divided by its floor area in square feet. It is the standard metric used to compare properties of different sizes on an apples-to-apples basis.

How Is It Calculated?

PSF = Property Price ÷ Floor Area (sqft)
Formula

A condo priced at $1,500,000 with 1,000 sqft has a PSF of $1,500.

Worked Example

$1,500,000
Purchase Price
1,000 sqft
Floor Area
$1,500 psf
Price Per Square Foot

A 1,000 sqft condo at $1,500,000 works out to $1,500 per square foot.

Why It Matters

PSF is the single most important metric for comparing property values. Without it, comparing a 500-sqft studio to a 2,000-sqft penthouse would be meaningless. Always check PSF alongside absolute price when evaluating a condo.

Where to Find This on ShiokNest

  • Property detail pages
  • All calculators and charts

Look for the tooltip icon next to this metric on ShiokNest for a quick reminder of its definition.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is higher PSF always better?
Not necessarily. Higher PSF indicates higher per-sqft cost, not higher quality. Compare PSF within the same district and segment for meaningful benchmarking.
Should I use strata area or carpet area for PSF?
In Singapore, PSF is calculated using strata area (includes a share of common areas). This is the standard used in URA transaction data.

This glossary article is auto-generated from ShiokNest's financial data and updated periodically. Rates and figures are current as of March 2026. Check official sources for the latest.