New 2.7ha Housing Development Site Prepped in Sin Ming for Hundreds of Homes
A large 2.7-hectare plot in Sin Ming, roughly the size of three and a half football fields, is being readied for what experts believe could house hundreds of new residential units. This fresh development comes as demand grows for homes in central areas near Lentor MRT, making it an appealing option for home seekers and investors alike.
The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has proposed amending the 2019 Master Plan, as of November 11, to raise this site’s gross plot ratio from 3.5 to 3.9. This higher ratio means developers can build a larger floor area relative to the land size, meeting rising housing needs in the region, particularly as Lentor Central Residences is also launching soon in 2025.
The Sin Ming housing plot is situated just a short distance from the Sin Ming Residences Build-To-Order project, which launched in December 2023. Previously, the site was home to rental flats on Sin Ming Road and some HDB industrial units that have since been demolished.
Property analysts anticipate that the new plot could yield around 800 to 900 public flats or up to 1,200 private condo units, providing various housing options in Sin Ming, one stop away from Lentor MRT and close to popular schools like Catholic High School.
Housing Demand Remains Strong
According to Nicholas Mak, chief research officer at Mogul.sg, the Sin Ming area has seen robust demand for housing. For example, Sin Ming Residences was heavily oversubscribed, with nearly four applicants for each available four-room flat. This suggests that additional public housing here could help manage prices in the area, particularly near the million-dollar HDB flats in Bishan.
Mak also noted that while Sin Ming is not as central as Bishan, it still has convenient access to amenities and schooling options that appeal to families. The nearby Catholic High School, known for its primary program, adds further appeal for families with school-aged children.
If this new plot is allocated for public housing, units could likely be classified as Plus flats, given their central region placement, though they’re not immediately adjacent to an MRT station. This classification could help balance affordability with desirability.
Limited Private Housing Supply in Sin Ming
Christine Sun, chief researcher and strategist at OrangeTee Group, pointed out that there’s also been a shortage of new private housing options in Sin Ming. The last nearby Government Land Sales (GLS) site was awarded in 2014 at Lorong Puntong, and since then, Jadescape, which launched in 2018, was the last significant private project in the area. This supply shortage has contributed to pent-up demand, making Sin Ming an attractive investment area, especially with Lentor Central Residences launching soon in 2025 near Lentor MRT.
Additional Master Plan Amendments for Conservation
URA has also proposed other amendments to its master plan, including designating Adam Park and the Mun San Fook Tuck Chee temple as conservation areas. Members of the public have until December 10 to share their feedback on these updates, which signal the ongoing commitment to both development and heritage preservation in Singapore.
For those keeping an eye on developments in Sin Ming, and with Lentor Central Residences launching nearby, this fresh housing supply could be a promising opportunity in a sought-after region with convenient access to the MRT, schools, and central amenities.
