Set to debut on 25 April, the 863-unit Tengah Garden Residences will be the first private residential development within the master-planned estate. As the pioneer project in Tengah, it sits in a market with no direct benchmarks. That lack of comparables makes pricing harder to gauge at face value.
Buyers will need to look beyond headline figures and focus on what underpins the price — balancing the area’s long-term growth potential against the uncertainties that come with buying into a newly established precinct.
Here are 5 key considerations to weigh before committing to Tengah Garden Residences.
Table of contents
- Tengah Garden Residences’ indicative pricing
- Comparison against surrounding towns
- A quick glance into the future of Tengah
- Direct competition from nearby ECs
- Exit strategy: Future resale demand analysis
Tengah Garden Residences’ indicative pricing
The indicative prices at Tengah Garden Residences start from:
- S$980,000 (S$2,025 psf) for a 484 sqft 1-bedroom unit
- S$1.11 million (S$1,779 psf) for a 624 sqft 2-bedroom unit
- S$1.59 million (S$1,993 psf) for a 797 sqft 3-bedroom unit
- S$2.29 million (S$2,025 psf) for a 1,130 sqft 4-bedroom unit
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Against the backdrop of recent new launches, the units at Tengah Garden are attractively priced. It is not common to see a new private condo offering units below the S$1,800 psf mark, especially when prices across the market have trended upwards. Some unit types even come close to new EC pricing, which adds to their perceived affordability.
For context, Otto Place — the latest EC in Tengah — achieved an average of S$1,700 psf at launch in 2025, while Rivelle Tampines reached S$1,893 psf in March. This places Tengah Garden Residences in a relatively competitive position, despite being a fully private development.
Part of this pricing stems from its land cost. The developer secured the Tengah Garden Avenue site at S$821 psf ppr in January 2025, making it one of the lowest land bids among recent OCR GLS sites. The only notably cheaper benchmark was the Canberra Crescent site, which was awarded at S$793 psf ppr. The project, Canberra Crescent Residences, achieved an average price of S$1,974 psf in August 2025 — positioning it among the most affordable private condo launches that year.
Estimated launch price
Looking ahead, the average selling price for Tengah Garden Residences during the launch weekend could trend closer to S$2,100 psf. Strong take-up at recent EC launches such as Novo and Otto Place, coupled with sustained upgrader interest in the West, is likely to underpin demand.
Earlier OCR launches in 2026 have already set a higher benchmark. Narra Residences in Dairy Farm averaged S$2,180 psf in January, while Pinery Residences in Tampines West reached S$2,546 psf in March. However, these projects are not directly comparable given differences in location, attributes, and surrounding amenities.
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Comparison against surrounding towns
For buyers today, a useful way to contextualise Tengah Garden Residences’ pricing is to benchmark it against the bordering towns such as Jurong East, Jurong West, and Bukit Batok. Based on recent transactions, new launch prices in these towns generally fall within a relatively tight band, between an average of S$2,000 to S$2,300 psf.
| Town | Avg. New Sale (S$) |
| Jurong East | 2,300 psf |
| Jurong West | 2,176 psf |
| Bukit Batok | 2,071 psf |
Jurong East records the highest new launch averages, largely influenced by Sora, a 2024 launch located in the Lakeside area. The project still has a sizeable inventory available, with more recent transactions crossing the S$2,500 psf mark. Similar to Tengah Garden Residences, part of Sora’s appeal is tied to the longer-term transformation of the Jurong Lake District.
From the immediate surroundings perspective, there are also some similarities. Sora sits next to Jurong Lake Gardens, offering immediate access to greenery, while Tengah Garden Residences overlooks the Tengah Pond and the surrounding park. That said, with the Hong Kah MRT station expected to be right at its doorstep, Tengah Garden Residences arguably presents a more balanced lifestyle between nature and connectivity, while offering a more affordable entry point.
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When benchmarked against other new suburban launches, Tengah Garden Residences indeed sits at the lower end of the psf range. Its indicative pricing — particularly for 2- and 3-bedroom units — also compares relatively well in terms of overall quantum against much of the current new launch market.
An average price point above S$2,000 psf, however, would still place it in relatively untested territory for Tengah. The surrounding environment is also still evolving, which buyers may need to factor into their holding horizon.
A quick glance into the future of Tengah
Buying into Tengah Garden Residences is, to a large extent, a decision tied to how Tengah evolves over time. Unlike established estates, much of the value proposition here is linked to future infrastructure, amenities, and the overall execution of the town’s master plan.
Tengah represents Singapore’s first new HDB town in over two decades, following Punggol. Spanning over 700 hectares, it is comparable in scale and ambition, with plans to introduce a more integrated and sustainable living environment from the outset.
A key feature of Tengah is its positioning as Singapore’s first “Forest Town.” This includes a car-free town centre and a 5km forest corridor designed to connect different parts of the estate. The broader plan also incorporates smart technologies and environmentally sustainable features across residential and public spaces.
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Early infrastructure and upcoming amenities
Development in Tengah is still at an early stage, but key amenities have already begun to operate. Plantation Plaza, which opened in 2024, introduced the area’s first supermarket and food court, marking an initial step towards supporting the growing residential population.
On the education front, several schools are in the pipeline, including Pioneer Primary School (2026), Kranji Primary School (2028), and the most popular Anglo-Chinese School (ACS) Primary (2030). United World College is also expected to move part of its campus to Tengah in 2032.
In terms of healthcare, Tengah Polyclinic has commenced operations this year, providing residents with access to essential medical services. Looking ahead, the upcoming Tengah General & Community Hospital is slated for completion in the early 2030s and will be located opposite Tengah Garden Residences.
Where Tengah Garden Residences sits within Tengah
Tengah is planned across several sub-districts, each serving a different role within the town. These include the Park District (future town centre), Garden District, Plantation District, Brickland District, and Forest Hill.
Tengah Garden Residences is located within the Garden District, which will be anchored by green spaces and water features. In the near term, this area is expected to function as a key activity node, especially since there is no confirmed timeline for the completion of the Park District, which could extend into the late 2030s.
This positioning presents a balanced set of considerations. While the Garden District could serve as an interim focal point for amenities and connectivity as Tengah matures, the eventual development of the Park District may introduce a more integrated hub — similar to Watertown and Waterway Point in Punggol — which could be a potential competition to Tengah Garden Residences.
Direct competition from nearby ECs
Setting future developments aside, the most immediate competition for Tengah Garden Residences comes from the executive condominiums (ECs) within Tengah itself. These include Copen Grand EC, Novo Place EC, and Otto Place EC. Among the three, Copen Grand EC stands out as the closest comparable in terms of location. It sits nearer to the future town centre and is also in closer proximity to the planned ACS campus, which could influence family demand.
These ECs were launched at subsidised prices and, after fulfilling their Minimum Occupation Period (MOP), will enter the resale market — typically at price points that may be more competitive relative to new private developments. In that sense, they form a direct alternative for buyers considering Tengah Garden Residences in the future.
| Project | No of Units | MOP |
| Copen Grand EC | 639 | 2030 |
| Novo Place EC | 504 | 2034 |
| Otto Place EC | 560 | 2035 |
However, only Copen Grand EC, which is expected to reach its MOP by 2030, will likely coincide with Tengah Garden Residences’ expected completion timeline. Novo Place EC and Otto Place EC, with later MOP dates, may only enter the resale market at a later stage.
It is also worth noting that ECs which have not been fully privatised, such as Copen Grand during its initial resale phase, are subject to certain eligibility conditions. These restrictions may limit the pool of potential buyers compared to fully private developments, which remain accessible to a broader market.
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Exit strategy: Future resale demand analysis
From an exit perspective, Tengah Garden Residences is positioned within a town that is expected to see a significant pipeline of new public housing. As more BTO projects are completed over time, this could form a growing pool of potential upgrader demand within Tengah itself.
Unlike Plus or Prime flats, Tengah’s BTO supply largely falls under the Standard category, which comes with fewer resale restrictions. This may translate to greater flexibility for homeowners when upgrading, both in terms of eligibility and financing, supporting a more fluid transition into private housing.
| HDB / BTO flats (public housing) | ~30,000 units |
| Private housing (condos, ECs, etc.) | ~12,000 units |
| Total | ~42,000 units |
At full maturity, Tengah is expected to have a substantially larger base of public housing compared to private homes, making them practically limited in supply. Beyond Tengah, there is also potential spillover demand from nearby mature estates such as Chua Chu Kang and Jurong West, which have established HDB populations. While this may not be the primary demand driver, it provides an additional layer of buyer depth over time.
Additionally, proximity to key employment nodes in the West, including the Jurong Innovation District and the Jurong Lake District, is another supporting factor for future resale at Tengah Garden Residences. As these areas continue to develop, they could contribute to a steady base of housing demand from owner-occupiers working nearby.
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