What is the difference between freehold and 99-year leasehold condos in Singapore?

A freehold condo is owned in perpetuity with no lease expiry, while a 99-year leasehold condo is owned for 99 years from the lease start, after which the land returns to the state. Freehold tends to hold value longer and is scarcer, while 99-year leasehold usually has a lower entry price for the same prime location.

Is freehold or 99-year leasehold better for a new launch condo?

It depends on your goal. Freehold suits buyers focused on long-term hold and legacy. 99-year leasehold suits buyers who want a lower entry price, prime MRT-fronting locations and strong rental yield. Both can perform well; the right choice depends on budget, holding period and exit plan.

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Tenure shapes price, financing and long-term value. Choose freehold for perpetual ownership and scarcity, or 99-year leasehold for a lower entry price in prime, MRT-connected locations. Pick a tenure to browse every matching new launch.

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Freehold

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Own the land in perpetuity. Freehold and 999-year tenure condos that tend to hold value well and pass down through generations.

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99-Year Leasehold

67 new launch condos in Singapore

A lower entry price for the same prime locations, often beside MRT and malls. The most common tenure for Singapore new launches.

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Freehold vs 99-year

Which tenure is right for you?

Freehold (and 999-year) means you own the land with no lease expiry. It is scarcer in Singapore, tends to hold value through cycles and is easier to pass down, but usually commands a price premium over a comparable leasehold unit nearby.

99-year leasehold is the most common tenure for new launches. It typically has a lower entry price for the same location - often directly above or beside an MRT station and mall - which can mean stronger rental yield and a larger pool of future buyers.

There is no single right answer: freehold favours long-term hold and legacy, while leasehold favours entry price and prime connectivity. Talk to our team for advice tailored to your budget, holding period and exit plan.