THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM sits in District 23 (Hillview / Dairy Farm / Bukit Panjang) and is positioned in the OCR segment of the Singapore private residential market. With 386 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 23 (Hillview / Dairy Farm / Bukit Panjang) 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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM 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 Sim Lian JV (Dairy Farm) 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.
- Project: THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM in District 23 (Outside Central Region)
- Developer: Sim Lian JV (Dairy Farm) Pte Ltd
- Total units: 386
- Sales: 386 sold of 386 launched (100% absorption)
- Average median PSF: $2,038 psf
Project Overview
THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM is a private residential development in District 23 (Outside Central Region), developed by Sim Lian JV (Dairy Farm) Pte Ltd. The project comprises 386 units.
Location Map
Project location with up to 5 of the nearest comparable condos in District 23.
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Sales Performance
THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM has sold 386 out of 386 launched units, achieving an absorption rate of 100%.
| Period | Sold | Launched | Cumul. Sold | Cumul. Launched | Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mar 2023 | 184 | 386 | 184 | 386 | 202 |
| Apr 2023 | 12 | 0 | 195 | 386 | 191 |
| May 2023 | 16 | 0 | 205 | 386 | 181 |
| Jun 2023 | 3 | 0 | 208 | 386 | 178 |
| Jul 2023 | 2 | 0 | 209 | 386 | 177 |
| Aug 2023 | 5 | 0 | 214 | 386 | 172 |
| Sep 2023 | 5 | 0 | 218 | 386 | 168 |
| Oct 2023 | 3 | 0 | 221 | 386 | 165 |
| Nov 2023 | 3 | 0 | 224 | 386 | 162 |
| Dec 2023 | 4 | 0 | 228 | 386 | 158 |
| Jan 2024 | 11 | 0 | 238 | 386 | 148 |
| Feb 2024 | 15 | 0 | 252 | 386 | 134 |
| Mar 2024 | 33 | 0 | 285 | 386 | 101 |
| Apr 2024 | 50 | 0 | 334 | 386 | 52 |
| May 2024 | 18 | 0 | 348 | 386 | 38 |
| Jun 2024 | 21 | 0 | 365 | 386 | 21 |
| Jul 2024 | 13 | 0 | 370 | 386 | 16 |
| Aug 2024 | 12 | 0 | 376 | 386 | 10 |
| Sep 2024 | 5 | 0 | 377 | 386 | 9 |
| Oct 2024 | 4 | 0 | 377 | 386 | 9 |
| Nov 2024 | 5 | 0 | 380 | 386 | 6 |
| Dec 2024 | 3 | 0 | 383 | 386 | 3 |
| Jan 2025 | 2 | 0 | 383 | 386 | 3 |
| Feb 2025 | 1 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Mar 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Apr 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Jun 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Jul 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Aug 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Sep 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Oct 2025 | 0 | 0 | 384 | 386 | 2 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 | 0 | 385 | 386 | 1 |
| Dec 2025 | 0 | 0 | 385 | 386 | 1 |
| Jan 2026 | 0 | 0 | 385 | 386 | 1 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | 0 | 386 | 386 | 0 |
| Mar 2026 | 0 | 0 | 386 | 386 | 0 |
Price Analysis
Price analysis for THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM based on monthly developer sales data.
| Period | Median PSF | Highest PSF | Lowest PSF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2023 | $2,068 psf | $2,297 psf | $1,712 psf |
| Apr 2023 | $2,087 psf | $2,354 psf | $1,929 psf |
| May 2023 | $2,125 psf | $2,402 psf | $1,917 psf |
| Jun 2023 | $1,989 psf | $2,035 psf | $1,956 psf |
| Jul 2023 | $2,151 psf | $2,368 psf | $1,933 psf |
| Aug 2023 | $2,011 psf | $2,033 psf | $1,897 psf |
| Sep 2023 | $2,047 psf | $2,144 psf | $1,969 psf |
| Oct 2023 | $1,967 psf | $2,048 psf | $1,960 psf |
| Nov 2023 | $2,027 psf | $2,059 psf | $1,948 psf |
| Dec 2023 | $2,031 psf | $2,120 psf | $1,980 psf |
| Jan 2024 | $2,006 psf | $2,118 psf | $1,960 psf |
| Feb 2024 | $2,018 psf | $2,118 psf | $1,902 psf |
| Mar 2024 | $2,030 psf | $2,153 psf | $1,819 psf |
| Apr 2024 | $2,004 psf | $2,174 psf | $1,805 psf |
| May 2024 | $1,968 psf | $2,134 psf | $1,838 psf |
| Jun 2024 | $1,979 psf | $2,140 psf | $1,833 psf |
| Jul 2024 | $2,055 psf | $2,202 psf | $1,959 psf |
| Aug 2024 | $2,078 psf | $2,165 psf | $1,929 psf |
| Sep 2024 | $2,119 psf | $2,320 psf | $2,080 psf |
| Oct 2024 | $2,025 psf | $2,340 psf | $1,906 psf |
| Nov 2024 | $1,994 psf | $2,345 psf | $1,894 psf |
| Dec 2024 | $2,017 psf | $2,111 psf | $1,959 psf |
| Jan 2025 | $2,117 psf | $2,165 psf | $2,068 psf |
| Feb 2025 | $1,929 psf | $1,929 psf | $1,929 psf |
| Nov 2025 | $2,147 psf | $2,147 psf | $2,147 psf |
| Feb 2026 | $1,994 psf | $1,994 psf | $1,994 psf |
Sales Velocity
Monthly units sold trend for THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM.
| Period | Units Sold |
|---|---|
| Mar 2023 | 184 |
| Apr 2023 | 12 |
| May 2023 | 16 |
| Jun 2023 | 3 |
| Jul 2023 | 2 |
| Aug 2023 | 5 |
| Sep 2023 | 5 |
| Oct 2023 | 3 |
| Nov 2023 | 3 |
| Dec 2023 | 4 |
| Jan 2024 | 11 |
| Feb 2024 | 15 |
| Mar 2024 | 33 |
| Apr 2024 | 50 |
| May 2024 | 18 |
| Jun 2024 | 21 |
| Jul 2024 | 13 |
| Aug 2024 | 12 |
| Sep 2024 | 5 |
| Oct 2024 | 4 |
| Nov 2024 | 5 |
| Dec 2024 | 3 |
| Jan 2025 | 2 |
| Feb 2025 | 1 |
| Nov 2025 | 1 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 |
Developer Background
Sim Lian JV (Dairy Farm) Pte Ltd is the developer of THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM.
New-build advantages. THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM 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 23 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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM; 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."
}
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Verdict for THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM. 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 23, (b) the Sim Lian JV (Dairy Farm) 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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM have?
What is the absorption rate for THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM?
What is the average PSF for THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM?
What is the expected TOP for THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM?
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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM 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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM 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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM?
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 THE BOTANY AT DAIRY FARM?
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.