SCENECA RESIDENCE — New Launch Profile

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SCENECA RESIDENCE sits in District 16 (Bedok / Upper East Coast) and is positioned in the OCR segment of the Singapore private residential market. With 268 units on a undisclosed tenure title and an expected Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) of TBD, the development is among the new-launch cohort buyers should evaluate against alternative new-builds and resale comparables in the surrounding area. Pricing for new launches typically commands a 10–25% PSF premium over comparable resale, reflecting new-build condition, developer warranty, modern unit layouts, and the staged-payment cash-flow advantage of Progressive Payment Schemes (PPS).

For buyers, the new-launch decision turns on (a) launch-tranche pricing relative to the project’s long-run trajectory, (b) the developer’s track record on construction quality and TOP timing, (c) the surrounding-area supply pipeline (will more launches dilute pricing?), and (d) the macro rate environment between OTP and TOP — SORA can move materially in that 3–4 year window. Cross-reference District 16 (Bedok / Upper East Coast) pricing and use the ShiokNest price heatmap for segment-level PSF context.

The Singapore new-launch market operates under cooling-measure architecture set in April 2023: foreign-buyer Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty at 60%, Singapore Citizen second-property ABSD at 20%, and a 55% Total Debt Servicing Ratio (TDSR) ceiling per the MAS TDSR/MSR framework. Stamp duty for SCENECA RESIDENCE is the dominant upfront cost variable: progressive Buyer’s Stamp Duty per the IRAS BSD rate table plus any applicable ABSD per the IRAS ABSD rate table. Use the BSD/ABSD stamp duty calculator to size your specific upfront cost.

Developer is MCC Land (TMK) Pte Ltd. The track record of the developer — on past project TOP timing, defect-rectification responsiveness during the Defects Liability Period (DLP), and resale appreciation history of completed projects — is one of the most under-weighted variables in new-launch decisions. Buyers should request a developer track record document and cross-reference past projects via URA REALIS transaction history.

The financing context: SORA-pegged floating-rate mortgages currently price near 4.00% all-in (3.25% 3M SORA + 0.75% bank spread). Under the PPS, buyers draw the mortgage progressively as construction milestones complete, paying interest only on disbursed amounts until TOP. CPF Ordinary Account usage applies per the CPF housing usage rules, subject to the Valuation Limit and Withdrawal Limit. The URA Master Plan 2019 provides forward zoning context for surrounding plots — relevant for understanding whether the area’s built-form will intensify or remain stable over your holding period.

For: First-time buyersHDB upgraders
Source: URA REALIS
Key Takeaways
  • Project: SCENECA RESIDENCE in District 16 (Outside Central Region)
  • Developer: MCC Land (TMK) Pte Ltd
  • Total units: 268
  • Sales: 268 sold of 268 launched (100% absorption)
  • Average median PSF: $2,060 psf

Project Overview

SCENECA RESIDENCE is a private residential development in District 16 (Outside Central Region), developed by MCC Land (TMK) Pte Ltd. The project comprises 268 units.

Location Map

Project location with up to 5 of the nearest comparable condos in District 16.

  • SCENECA RESIDENCE
  • SCENECA RESIDENCE
  • CASA MERAH
  • EAST MEADOWS
  • OPTIMA @ TANAH MERAH
  • URBAN VISTA

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Sales Performance

SCENECA RESIDENCE has sold 268 out of 268 launched units, achieving an absorption rate of 100%.

Monthly sales for SCENECA RESIDENCE
PeriodSoldLaunchedCumul. SoldCumul. LaunchedAvailable
Feb 202340158268110
Mar 202340161268107
Apr 202330164268104
May 202320165268103
Jun 202320167268101
Jul 20233016926899
Aug 20232016926899
Sep 20232017026898
Oct 20231017126897
Nov 20233017426894
Dec 20231017526893
Jan 20245018026888
Feb 20244018426884
Mar 20242018626882
Apr 20241018726881
May 20240018726881
Jun 20244019126877
Jul 202412020326865
Aug 20247021026858
Sep 202410021926849
Oct 202411022926839
Nov 202414024226826
Dec 20244024526823
Jan 202510025426814
Feb 20256025626812
Mar 2025702612687
Apr 2025502622686
May 2025502642684
Jun 2025402652683
Jul 2025202652683
Aug 2025002652683
Sep 2025202652683
Oct 2025202672681
Nov 2025102682680
Dec 2025002682680
Jan 2026002682680
Feb 2026002682680
Mar 2026002682680

Price Analysis

Price analysis for SCENECA RESIDENCE based on monthly developer sales data.

Monthly prices for SCENECA RESIDENCE
PeriodMedian PSFHighest PSFLowest PSF
Feb 2023$2,073 psf$2,202 psf$1,980 psf
Mar 2023$2,110 psf$2,155 psf$2,057 psf
Apr 2023$1,896 psf$2,021 psf$1,896 psf
May 2023$2,021 psf$2,069 psf$1,972 psf
Jun 2023$2,095 psf$2,155 psf$2,034 psf
Jul 2023$2,100 psf$2,178 psf$1,896 psf
Aug 2023$2,100 psf$2,108 psf$2,092 psf
Sep 2023$2,106 psf$2,171 psf$2,040 psf
Oct 2023$2,060 psf$2,060 psf$2,060 psf
Nov 2023$2,126 psf$2,143 psf$1,896 psf
Dec 2023$2,193 psf$2,193 psf$2,193 psf
Jan 2024$2,053 psf$2,114 psf$1,995 psf
Feb 2024$2,049 psf$2,126 psf$1,896 psf
Mar 2024$2,123 psf$2,179 psf$2,067 psf
Apr 2024$2,133 psf$2,133 psf$2,133 psf
Jun 2024$2,097 psf$2,124 psf$2,041 psf
Jul 2024$2,067 psf$2,142 psf$1,829 psf
Aug 2024$2,079 psf$2,133 psf$1,896 psf
Sep 2024$2,074 psf$2,131 psf$1,923 psf
Oct 2024$2,035 psf$2,171 psf$1,911 psf
Nov 2024$2,035 psf$2,169 psf$1,923 psf
Dec 2024$2,086 psf$2,200 psf$2,046 psf
Jan 2025$2,055 psf$2,220 psf$1,924 psf
Feb 2025$2,050 psf$2,089 psf$1,970 psf
Mar 2025$2,068 psf$2,140 psf$1,975 psf
Apr 2025$2,097 psf$2,169 psf$2,021 psf
May 2025$2,108 psf$2,176 psf$1,989 psf
Jun 2025$2,009 psf$2,080 psf$1,924 psf
Jul 2025$2,105 psf$2,166 psf$2,043 psf
Sep 2025$2,037 psf$2,079 psf$1,995 psf
Oct 2025$1,907 psf$2,064 psf$1,750 psf
Nov 2025$1,778 psf$1,778 psf$1,778 psf
Project Snapshot
SCENECA RESIDENCE by MCC Land (TMK) Pte Ltd — 100% absorption rate with an average median PSF of $2,060 psf in District 16 (Outside Central Region).
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Sales Velocity

Monthly units sold trend for SCENECA RESIDENCE.

Sales velocity for SCENECA RESIDENCE
PeriodUnits Sold
Feb 20234
Mar 20234
Apr 20233
May 20232
Jun 20232
Jul 20233
Aug 20232
Sep 20232
Oct 20231
Nov 20233
Dec 20231
Jan 20245
Feb 20244
Mar 20242
Apr 20241
Jun 20244
Jul 202412
Aug 20247
Sep 202410
Oct 202411
Nov 202414
Dec 20244
Jan 202510
Feb 20256
Mar 20257
Apr 20255
May 20255
Jun 20254
Jul 20252
Sep 20252
Oct 20252
Nov 20251

Developer Background

MCC Land (TMK) Pte Ltd is the developer of SCENECA RESIDENCE.

New-build advantages. SCENECA RESIDENCE offers modern unit layouts, contemporary facilities, full developer warranty, and the latest construction quality standards. For owner-occupiers, this translates to immediate move-in readiness without the renovation lift that resale typically requires. For investors, new-build status supports higher rental tenant preference and lower initial maintenance.

OCR positioning. The OCR segment in District 16 occupies a defined buyer cohort. OCR (Outside Central Region) is the suburban segment — the largest private residential pool by volume. OCR new launches benefit most from HDB upgrader demand and family-stage buyers prioritising space and value over CBD proximity. Use the district comparison calculator for cross-segment benchmarking.

Progressive Payment cash-flow. Under PPS, buyers pay in stages aligned with construction milestones (Foundation 10%, RC Framework 10%, Walls 5%, Roofing 5%, etc.), which spreads the cash outlay across the 3–4 year build window. This is materially different from resale where the full price clears within weeks of OTP. For yield-focused investors, the staged interest accrual on disbursed amounts only is a real cost advantage during construction. Model the cash-flow timeline via the cash flow calculator.

TOP timing risk. TBD is the expected TOP year but actual completion can slip 6–18 months on materials shortages, labour disputes, or developer cash-flow issues. Buyers committed to a TOP-aligned life event (relocation, child schooling, mortgage refinancing window) should factor a buffer. Developer track record on prior TOP timing is the best predictor; verify via past project history.

Rate-cycle risk. The 3–4 year PPS window between OTP and TOP exposes the buyer to SORA shifts. A buyer signing OTP at current 3.25% SORA could face TOP-year rates 100–200bp different in either direction. Stress-test affordability at SORA +75bp via the TDSR / MSR affordability calculator to confirm headroom under adverse rate scenarios.

Supply pipeline risk. Future GLS tranches near the project could introduce competing new launches that dilute pricing power. Check the URA GLS schedule for sites within a 1km radius of SCENECA RESIDENCE; concentrated new-supply in a fringe district can cap price appreciation during the holding period.

Resale exit risk. New launches typically command a premium over resale; on exit, the buyer becomes the resale seller competing against newer launches in the same area. Holding through and beyond the 3-year Seller’s Stamp Duty (SSD) window is structural for most buyers; shorter holds risk both SSD and weak resale clearing.

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    {
        "persona": "Singapore Citizen first-time buyer",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "You pay 0% ABSD. OCR is the typical first-time SC entry point at S$1.0M–S$1.8M."
    },
    {
        "persona": "SC upgrader (sell HDB / decouple)",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "The 6-month ABSD remission window applies if this is your second residential property. OCR sweet spot for HDB upgraders."
    },
    {
        "persona": "SC investor (second SC property)",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "At 20% ABSD plus 4% all-in mortgage rate, leveraged yield maths is hostile. OCR yields are slightly better but still negative-carry typical."
    },
    {
        "persona": "Permanent Resident",
        "fit_color": "amber",
        "reason": "PR pays 5% ABSD on first property. OCR/RCR is more accessible for PR upgraders."
    },
    {
        "persona": "Foreign buyer (non-FTA national)",
        "fit_color": "red",
        "reason": "At 60% ABSD, the entry-cost premium versus an SC buyer is approximately $600K+ on a S$1.0M unit. Long-horizon owner-occupier motivation only."
    },
    {
        "persona": "FTA national (US / Swiss / Liechtenstein / Norway / Iceland)",
        "fit_color": "green",
        "reason": "You qualify for SC-equivalent ABSD (0% / 20% / 30% by property number). Verify treaty eligibility with conveyancing lawyer before OTP."
    }
]

Verdict for SCENECA RESIDENCE. The project sits in a known new-launch segment with documented buyer-type fit and policy environment. The honest assessment depends on (a) launch-tranche pricing relative to comparable resale in District 16, (b) the MCC Land (TMK) Pte Ltd developer track record, and (c) the buyer’s holding-horizon tolerance for the 3–4 year TOP window. For SC first-time buyers in OCR new launches, the 0% ABSD plus PPS cash-flow advantage make new-launch the often-rational choice. For SC second-property investors, the 20% ABSD plus negative-carry maths typically argues for resale value-buying instead. For foreign buyers, only owner-occupier residential motivation justifies the 60% ABSD entry. Suggested holding period: 7–10 years to amortise stamp duty and capture meaningful capital appreciation. Run total acquisition cost via the total acquisition cost calculator before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many units does SCENECA RESIDENCE have?
SCENECA RESIDENCE has a total of 268 units.
What is the absorption rate for SCENECA RESIDENCE?
SCENECA RESIDENCE has an absorption rate of 100%, with 268 units sold out of 268 launched.
What is the average PSF for SCENECA RESIDENCE?
The average median PSF for SCENECA RESIDENCE is $2,060 psf.
What is the expected TOP for SCENECA RESIDENCE?

Expected TOP is TBD. Actual completion typically tracks the developer’s timeline within +6 months; verify current construction progress via developer sales material or URA REALIS. (as of 2026-05)

What ABSD applies to SCENECA RESIDENCE for a Singapore Citizen second-property purchase?

20% ABSD applies to a SC second residential property purchase, per the unchanged April-2023 cooling-measure schedule. On a S$2M purchase, that is S$400,000 upfront ABSD in addition to BSD of approximately S$69,600. Use the BSD/ABSD stamp duty calculator for exact figures (as of 2026-05).

Is SCENECA RESIDENCE freehold or leasehold?

The tenure is recorded as undisclosed tenure. Verify via the developer’s sales material and your conveyancing lawyer; the tenure type affects long-run resale value via lease-decay dynamics on 99-year leasehold stock.

How does PPS interest accrual work for SCENECA RESIDENCE?

Under Progressive Payment Scheme, you draw the mortgage in stages aligned with construction milestones. Interest accrues only on the disbursed amount, not the full purchase price, until TOP. Use the mortgage calculator at the current 4.00% effective rate to model staged disbursement.

What CPF can I use for SCENECA RESIDENCE?

CPF Ordinary Account funds apply to private property purchases subject to Valuation Limit (VL) and Withdrawal Limit (WL) rules. See CPF housing usage rules. The accrued-interest mechanics apply on eventual sale: principal withdrawn plus 2.5% per annum must be returned to CPF, reducing net sale proceeds.

Methodology & Sources

The dataset behind this report spans All available months; we refresh it as new data becomes available.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Developer sales data from URA REALIS.
  • Median PSF, highest and lowest PSF from URA developer sales records.

Price-per-square-foot (PSF) here means the median deal in the period; means are reserved for volume-weighted aggregates explicitly labelled as such.