Invest in Singapore Real Estate

A premium market built around stability, connectivity and global capital

Singapore is one of Asia’s leading financial and business centres.

Its limited land supply, sophisticated infrastructure, international connectivity and highly regulated property market make it particularly relevant to investors seeking long-term positioning and quality rather than maximum rental yield.

Why Investors Choose Singapore?

  • Global financial centre
  • Strategic Asian location
  • Limited land supply
  • Highly developed infrastructure
  • Strong business environment
  • Premium property market
  • International capital
  • Long-term wealth-preservation appeal

Foreign Ownership & Buying Laws

Foreign ownership rules depend on the property type.

Singapore’s Residential Property Act governs foreign ownership of residential property. Certain private non-landed properties can generally be purchased without the approval required for restricted property types, while landed residential property is subject to additional requirements.

One of the most important costs for foreign residential buyers is Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD).

The current ABSD rate for foreigners buying residential property is 60%, subject to applicable rules and exemptions.

This should be prominently displayed on the website because it materially changes the investment calculation.

Typical Rental Yield

Singapore residential property generally offers lower rental yields than Thailand or some UK regional markets.

A reasonable website guide is approximately 2%–4% gross rental yield, depending on location and property type.

The investment proposition is therefore often based on:

Quality + Stability + Capital Preservation + Long-Term Appreciation

rather than maximum rental yield.

How to Buy Property in Singapore

1. Establish buyer eligibility

2. Select property type

3. Calculate BSD and ABSD

4. Identify property

5. Conduct due diligence

6. Exercise purchase option

7. Complete transaction

8. Lease or manage property

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, subject to the property type and applicable regulations.

Certain private non-landed residential properties can generally be purchased without the approval required for restricted property types.

Additional approval requirements apply.

Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty. The current rate for foreign residential buyers is 60%.

Singapore’s investment proposition is more closely associated with market quality, global connectivity, limited land and long-term positioning than simply rental yield.

WHY ELLIOTT & CO?

One Global Perspective. Multiple Local Markets.

Investing internationally requires more than finding a property.

It requires understanding the market, the laws, the numbers, the risks and the long-term investment strategy.

Elliott & Co Real Estate gives clients access to international property opportunities while helping them navigate the differences between each market.

We help you:

Compare markets
Understand where your investment objectives may be best aligned.

Identify opportunities
Access selected properties across multiple international markets.

Understand the numbers
Evaluate rental income, capital appreciation and acquisition costs.

Navigate complexity
Connect with appropriate local legal, tax and property professionals.

Invest with perspective
Look beyond the property itself and consider the wider market and long-term strategy.