Rivelle Tampines: The last East-side EC launch of 2026?

The East rarely sees a surge of executive condominium launches. When it does, buyers tend to move quickly. With Rivelle Tampines set to preview on 6 March and positioned as one of only two EC launches in the East in 2026, the question is simple: should buyers act now, or wait?

Here’s what you need to know before deciding.

Rivelle Tampines – Project overview

The 99-year leasehold development sits along Tampines Street 95 and features 572 units across 11 residential blocks, each rising between 12 and 14 storeys. The unit mix at Rivelle EC focuses strongly on practical family living, with about 75% of homes enjoying either internal water or landscape views.

There are 241 3-bedroom units sized between 883 and 926 sqft. 4-bedroom homes make up the bulk, with 291 units ranging from 1,044 to 1,184 sqft. On the other hand, only 40 5-bedroom units of 1,378 sqft are available, which suggests a limited supply for larger families.

Rivelle marks the sixth EC project by Sim Lian Group, and its third EC development in Tampines. The most recent launch, the 760-unit Aurelle of Tampines, was fully sold within a month after its March 2025 launch. Further back, Sim Lian also developed The Tampines Trilliant, a 670-unit EC along Tampines Central 7 that was completed in 2015.

Rivelle Tampines preview and booking timeline

Sim Lian Group will preview Rivelle Tampines on 6 March, with e-applications running until 16 March and sales bookings starting on 21 March.

Eligible first-time buyers can receive up to S$30,000 in CPF housing grants. Buyers can also choose between the Normal Payment Scheme and the Deferred Payment Scheme, which adds flexibility. As with all EC launches, only 30% of units can go to second-time buyers during the initial launch phase.

Design and facilities: More than just standard EC specs?

Rivelle EC carries a “shaped by water” concept inspired by the nearby Bedok Reservoir. The development features over 70 facilities, including 8 pools. These include a 50m lap pool, a 30m lap pool, leisure pools and family-oriented water play areas.

A 3-storey clubhouse anchors the communal facilities. Residents can access function rooms, a kids’ party room, barbecue pavilions, tennis and pickleball courts, and landscaped lawns.

Residential blocks adopt a north-south orientation, with only 4 units per floor. Select layouts use prefabricated prefinished volumetric construction and include removable walls between certain bedrooms and living areas. That flexibility may appeal to younger families who expect changing space needs.

Units come fitted with brands such as Villeroy & Boch, Küche, and Samsung, along with smart home features like digital locksets and smart air-conditioning control. Master bedrooms fit king-sized beds comfortably, while common rooms accommodate queen-sized beds.

These features place Rivelle firmly within the upper tier of recent EC offerings, though final pricing will ultimately determine how competitive it feels against mass-market private condos.

Location highlight: A 5-min walk to Tampines West MRT

Rivelle EC sits about a 5-minute walk from Tampines West MRT Station on the Downtown Line (DTL). That alone makes it one of the better-located ECs in recent years.

Daily conveniences surround the project. Residents can reach SAFRA Tampines and yo:Ha Commercial easily. Our Tampines Hub and Tampines Round Market & Food Centre sit within a short walk or cycle. The upcoming Pinery Mall next door, integrated with Tampines West MRT, will further strengthen retail and dining options in the area.

For families, several primary schools fall within 1km. These include St Hilda’s Primary School, Junyuan Primary School, Tampines Primary School, and St Anthony’s Canossian Primary School. Red Swastika School, Gongshang Primary School, and Poi Ching School sit within 2km. This cluster of schools often drives upgrader demand in Tampines.

Beyond immediate amenities, the East continues to evolve as a major employment and lifestyle hub. Changi Airport will see Terminal 5 come on stream in the mid-2030s, expanding passenger capacity and generating jobs. Business nodes such as Changi Business Park, Paya Lebar Central, and Tampines Regional Centre continue to anchor employment demand.

The upcoming Cross Island Line (CRL) will enhance east-side connectivity further, with Tampines North and Pasir Ris gaining improved links. Tampines itself has also benefited from the Downtown Line (DTL) Stage 3, which strengthened connections to central Singapore.

At the town level, URA’s Draft Master Plan 2025 outlines additional residential and commercial plots near Tampines Central. The broader goal is to strengthen Tampines as a self-sufficient regional centre with live-work-play convenience. For EC buyers, this matters because sustained job growth and infrastructure upgrades tend to support long-term housing demand.

Notable market insights for prospective buyers

Earlier EC projects in the East have cleared quickly. The fully-sold Aurelle of Tampines along Tampines Street 62 achieved an average price of S$1,768 psf. Meanwhile, older projects like Tenet and Parc Central Residence have long been taken up.

In 2026, only two ECs are set to roll out in the East: Coastal Cabana and Rivelle Tampines. Coastal Cabana moved 498 of its 748 units during its opening weekend in January at an average of S$1,734 psf, with demand skewed heavily towards larger home options.

What makes this more compelling is the lack of untendered EC sites in the East on the current Government Land Sales confirmed list. Even if new sites appear later in the second half of the year, any fresh supply would likely only launch from 2027 or 2028. In short, EC buyers targeting the East do not have a long runway of options.

Read more: Upcoming Executive Condo sites in 2026/2027

Rising benchmark for new ECs in the East

On the pricing front, new ECs in the East have been on a steady upward trajectory. Parc Central Residences launched in 2021 with an average price of S$1,176 psf. Tenet followed in 2022 at an average of S$1,387 psf.

With Aurelle of Tampines and Coastal Cabana recently hitting the S$1,700 psf mark, new EC prices have climbed by more than 50% over the past few years. Buyers who wait for the next cycle may face even higher entry levels.

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Should you consider Rivelle Tampines EC?

At this stage, Rivelle Tampines presents a compelling case from both a location and market standpoint. The project sits in a mature estate with a steady pool of HDB upgraders. It also offers walking access to an MRT station, which remains a key factor for many EC buyers.

More importantly, it launches during a period when EC supply in the East is still limited, while land costs continue to trend upward. These factors could help support pricing resilience over time.

Much will still depend on where launch prices eventually land. If they align with recent EC benchmarks in the East, Rivelle could attract healthy demand, particularly from first-time buyers and Tampines-based upgraders.

For first-time buyers who qualify for housing grants and hope to remain in the East, Rivelle could represent one of the few near-term opportunities to secure a new EC. The next wave of supply in the region has yet to be confirmed, and any new sites would likely take a few years before reaching the market.

For upgraders, the decision is slightly more strategic. Those who expect private condo prices to continue rising — and EC supply to remain constrained — may see value in acting earlier.

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