For digest readers, the four numbers that matter for District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) in September 2023 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 for verified caveat-level detail, and against the URA Property Price Index for the quarterly cycle-level benchmark.
The landed transacted activity reading for District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) 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 September 2023 landed monthly digest digest for District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) sits within a defined cycle context. Singapore landed property is structurally constrained: foreigners need LDAU approval; effective demand is Singapore Citizen + a small share of LDAU-approved PRs. 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 2023-09).
- Landed sales: 11 transactions in D20
- Average PSF: $1,994 psf (↑ 0.6% MoM)
- Average price: $3,914,081
- RCR · D20 (Ang Mo Kio, Bishan)
Monthly Overview
District 20 (Ang Mo Kio, Bishan) recorded 11 landed property transactions in September 2023 at an average PSF of $1,994 psf.
Type Breakdown
Landed transactions by type in D20 during September 2023.
| Type | Volume | Share | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace | 8 | 72.7% | $2,189 psf | $3,673,361 |
| Semi-Detached | 3 | 27.3% | $1,475 psf | $4,556,000 |
Top Streets
Streets with the highest landed transaction volume in D20.
| Street | Transactions | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| CASUARINA ROAD | 3 | $2,105 psf | $3,772,667 |
| JALAN CHEGAR | 2 | $2,657 psf | $2,670,000 |
| JALAN PELATINA | 2 | $2,003 psf | $4,454,444 |
| THOMSON HEIGHTS | 1 | $1,412 psf | $5,300,000 |
| JALAN BERJAYA | 1 | $1,915 psf | $5,718,000 |
Notable Transactions
The highest-value landed transactions in D20 during September 2023.
| Street | Type | Price | PSF | Sale Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JALAN BERJAYA | Semi-Detached | $5,718,000 | $1,915 psf | Resale |
| THOMSON HEIGHTS | Semi-Detached | $5,300,000 | $1,412 psf | Resale |
| JALAN PELATINA | Terrace | $4,900,000 | $1,799 psf | Resale |
| CASUARINA ROAD | Terrace | $4,280,000 | $2,139 psf | Resale |
| CASUARINA ROAD | Terrace | $4,238,000 | $2,309 psf | Resale |
12-Month Trend
| Month | Sales | Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-10 | 7 | $2,034 psf |
| 2022-11 | 4 | $1,665 psf |
| 2022-12 | 4 | $2,188 psf |
| 2023-01 | 4 | $1,382 psf |
| 2023-02 | 11 | $1,652 psf |
| 2023-03 | 10 | $1,924 psf |
| 2023-04 | 12 | $1,797 psf |
| 2023-05 | 8 | $1,632 psf |
| 2023-06 | 9 | $2,267 psf |
| 2023-07 | 8 | $1,784 psf |
| 2023-08 | 17 | $1,982 psf |
| 2023-09 | 11 | $1,994 psf |
D20 landed prices have cooled 12.0% from the 2023-06 peak, yet remain 2.0% below where the series began in 2022-10. The most recent period recovered 0.6%, so the pullback may be finding a floor.
The September 2023 period’s landed transacted activity for District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) 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 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) in September 2023, the dispersion across these categories is the more informative reading than the headline median. Use District 20 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 for the per-project caveats and assess which projects in District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) fall into which category.
The embedded chart for this landed monthly digest digest of District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) in September 2023 visualises the landed 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 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio)’s September 2023 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 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) is leading or lagging the national segment — informs whether the period’s reading is geography-specific or part of a broader cycle move. Use landed prices map for district-level visual comparison and landed stamp duty calculator for direct numeric benchmarking.
Looking ahead from September 2023, the forward variables for District 20 landed (Bishan / Ang Mo Kio) landed 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 and the MAS SORA dashboard (as of 2023-09).
FAQ
How many landed transactions were recorded in District 20 in September 2023?
What was the average PSF for landed properties in District 20?
Which landed type was most traded in District 20?
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 September 2023’s landed 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
Numbers in this article reflect September 2023 and update every month.
Transaction data sourced from URA.
- Transaction data from URA.
- Landed types: Terrace, Semi-Detached, Detached (including Strata equivalents).
Outlier-resistant medians anchor every PSF figure shown above. Volume counts are exact transaction tallies, not estimates.
Latest recorded data point: Sep 2023 · 11 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats (landed)