Singapore

Singapore is a city built on precision and long-term vision. With about six million residents, nearly half of whom are non-citizens, it remains one of Asia’s most sophisticated and globally admired real estate markets. Transparent regulations, world-class infrastructure, and strong governance have made it a benchmark for how cities can grow with purpose. Roughly 80% of Singaporeans live in government-subsidized HDB housing, a model that anchors social stability even as demand for commercial and mixed-use development accelerates. Today, the city’s real estate landscape spans offices, retail, industrial, and hospitality, and it’s being redefined by shifting workplace expectations, sustainability imperatives, and a demand for quality, resilience, and long-term value.

What’s Next

Adaptive reuse and conversions shape the city’s next chapter.

Singapore transforms its CBD through adaptive reuse and mixed-use conversions. Powered by government incentives and sustainability goals, the repositioning of old buildings turns aging structures into vibrant new spaces while also creating 24-hour live-work-play neighborhoods.

Cautious office tenants seek flexibility in a low-vacancy market.

Office vacancies are at an all-time low in Singapore’s central business district, leading companies to rethink their existing space or consider flexible short-term options such as move-in-ready offices. This shift redefines what “prime” space means, as adaptability, speed, and user experience become as valuable as location.

Sustainability and user experience define commercial success.

Green certifications, flexible layouts, and wellness-focused amenities are essential features for any project in Singapore. For developers, ESG performance and human-centered design have become key to attracting global tenants and institutional capital.

High-tech R&D, fintech, and industrial manufacturing power the next real estate cycle.

Driven by e-commerce, data centers, and advanced manufacturing, the industrial sector is a key part of Singapore’s growth. High-spec facilities and smart infrastructure that can handle automation, research, financial technologies, and next-generation production needs are in high demand.

Notable Projects

A building with glass windows. — **Rochester Commons**, Singapore

People sitting at tables in a restaurant. — **Vino Tinto**, Singapore

A group of people walking inside a building with a large screen. — **Shaw Plaza Balestier**, Singapore

insights from the Gensler Research Institute

Top-Tier Quality of Life Comes at a Cost for Singaporeans

Singapore residents express high satisfaction with city life, reflecting the nation’s reputation for livability, infrastructure, and access. The city’s strengths in efficiency and safety are offset by steep costs of living and housing, underscoring the balance between quality and affordability in one of the world’s most competitive markets.

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