Details for the May 2022 Build-To-Order (BTO) launch are out, and this sales exercise includes projects in some of Singapore’s hottest neighbourhoods, including Bukit Merah, Queenstown, and Toa Payoh.
A total of 4,583 BTO flats will be offered in the estates of Bukit Merah, Jurong West, Queenstown, Toa Payoh, and Yishun. Additionally, in August 2022, the Housing & Development Board (HDB) will offer about 6,300 to 6,800 BTO flats in areas like Ang Mo Kio, Bukit Merah, Choa Chu Kang, Jurong East, Queenstown, and Woodlands. This number may change if new information on additional projects is received closer to the launch date.
For more information on the upcoming BTO flats, you can visit the HDB InfoWEB. HDB will continue to monitor housing demand and adjust its plans as necessary.
Additionally, HDB, Sport Singapore, and the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) have announced that about 1,660 BTO flats will be launched in Farrer Park within the next three years. The housing project will feature integrated sports and recreational facilities. Given the area’s prime location and fantastic connectivity to multiple MRT lines, we dare say this project will be a hot topic for years to come.
Below, let’s take a look at the key projects in this May 2022 BTO sales exercise.
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May 2022 BTO Launch Overview
| May 2022 BTO Project Location | Flat Types | Number of Units |
| Bukit Merah | 3-room, 4-room | 1,669 |
| Jurong West | 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, 5-room | 867 |
| Queenstown | 3-room, 4-room | 385 |
| Toa Payoh | 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room | 1,016 |
| Yishun | 2-room Flexi, 4-room, 5-room | 646 |
In the May 2022 BTO sales exercise, some projects are located in three very popular mature estates—Bukit Merah, Queenstown, and Toa Payoh.
We expect the projects launched in mature estates to be highly competitive as usual. The BTO projects in Bukit Merah and Queenstown are launched under the Prime Location Public Housing (PLH) model. On the other hand, Jurong West and Yishun, while being non-mature estates, are relatively well-known and have abundant amenities.
All launched projects are within walking distance of MRT stations that connect directly to the CBD without requiring a train transfer, making them more attractive to those working in the city.
If the May 2022 BTO launch does not meet your expectations, you might be more interested in the 6,000 BTO flats to be built on the site of the Keppel Club. These units are planned for launch within the next three years. As of now, HDB has not confirmed whether the PLH model will apply to the flats on the Keppel Club site.
Bukit Merah Ridge – May 2022 Bukit Merah BTO Review
| May 2022 Bukit Merah BTO Project Name | Bukit Merah Ridge |
| Address | Bounded by Bukit Merah View, Henderson Road, Tiong Bahru Road, and Lower Delta Road |
| Flat Types | 3-room, 4-room |
| Price | From S$377,000 (3-room) From S$540,000 (4-room) |
| Nearest MRT Station | Redhill (East-West Line) Tiong Bahru (East-West Line) |
| Surrounding Amenities | Tiong Bahru Plaza, Delta Sports Centre, Delta Swimming Complex, Kim Seng Community Club, Bukit Merah Community Centre, Henderson Community Club, Tiong Bahru Market and Food Centre |
| Nearby Schools | Gan Eng Seng School, Crescent Girls’ School, Alexandra Primary School, Gan Eng Seng Primary School, Bukit Merah Secondary School, Zhangde Primary School |
The May 2022 Bukit Merah BTO project, Bukit Merah Ridge, includes 443 3-room flats and 1,226 4-room flats. The project is situated between Bukit Merah View, Henderson Road, Tiong Bahru Road, and Lower Delta Road. The nearest Tiong Bahru MRT station is about a 5-minute walk away.
This location is ideal for those working in the CBD, with Raffles Place MRT station just three to four stops away. It’s also a stone’s throw from the trendy Tiong Bahru lifestyle district with its numerous cafes and restaurants.
With only 3-room and 4-room flats available, the May 2022 Bukit Merah BTO project is likely to be popular among couples without children and small families. For those with children, there are many schools within walking distance, including Crescent Girls’ School and Gan Eng Seng Primary and Secondary Schools.
Another Bukit Merah project has been slated for the August 2022 BTO launch. This 3.7-hectare site includes the current location of the Alexandra Post Office. Stay tuned!
Lakeside View – May 2022 Jurong West BTO Review
| May 2022 Jurong West BTO Project Name | Lakeside View |
| Address | Junction of Yuan Ching Road and Kang Ching Road |
| Flat Types | 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, 5-room |
| Price | From S$107,000 (2-room Flexi) From S$215,000 (3-room) From S$320,000 (4-room) From S$412,000 (5-room) |
| Nearest MRT Station | Lakeside (East-West Line) |
| Surrounding Amenities | Taman Jurong Community Club, Taman Jurong Market and Food Centre |
| Nearby Schools | Yuan Ching Secondary School, Lakeside Primary School, Boon Lay Garden Primary School, Rulang Primary School, Shuqun Primary School, Yuhua Primary School |
The May 2022 Jurong West BTO project is just a stone’s throw from Jurong Lake Gardens, located at the junction of Yuan Ching Road and Kang Ching Road, and is expected to benefit from the development of the scenic Jurong Lake District.
The government plans to expand the area’s transport network and increase the number of homes and job opportunities over the next decade, which will boost the investment potential of nearby HDB flats.
Lakeside View is about an 8-minute walk from Lakeside MRT station, which connects directly to Raffles Place MRT station and is just two stops from Jurong East. Jurong East is now a major commercial hub, thanks to malls like Jem, Westgate, and JCube.
Families with children have numerous schools to choose from within walking distance, including Yuan Ching Secondary School and Lakeside Primary School, to name a few.
The May 2022 Jurong West BTO project, Lakeside View, comprises 2,016 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, and 5-room flats. This is a relatively large project that can cater to various family sizes. If you don’t mind living in the west and are looking for affordable housing with convenient public transport, Lakeside View might be your ideal future home.
Ghim Moh Ascent – May 2022 Queenstown BTO Review
| May 2022 Queenstown BTO Project Name | Ghim Moh Ascent |
| Address | Bounded by Ghim Moh Road, Ghim Moh Close, and the Rail Corridor |
| Flat Types | 3-room, 4-room |
| Price | From S$369,000 (3-room) From S$511,000 (4-room) |
| Nearest MRT Station | Buona Vista (East-West Line/Circle Line) |
| Surrounding Amenities | Ulu Pandan Community Club, The Star Vista, Holland Village, Rochester Park |
| Nearby Schools | Anglo-Chinese School (International), Anglo-Chinese School (Independent), Anglo-Chinese Junior College, Fairfield Methodist School (Primary), Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary) |
Ghim Moh Ascent is bounded by Ghim Moh Road, Ghim Moh Close, and the Rail Corridor, and is just a 5-minute walk from Buona Vista MRT station on the East-West Line. The May 2022 Queenstown BTO project is likely to meet the needs of many buyers looking to live in a city-fringe neighbourhood with easy access to popular schools like Anglo-Chinese School (International) and Anglo-Chinese School (Independent).
The May 2022 Queenstown BTO project, Ghim Moh Ascent, consists of 867 flats, with 196 being 3-room units and 671 being 4-room units. With its mix of 3-room and 4-room flats, this project is likely to be popular with small families.
For adults working in the one-north area, living at Ghim Moh Ascent is a blessing. The Star Vista and Holland Village are also nearby, so residents will have plenty of dining and entertainment options to choose from.
Kim Keat Heights – May 2022 Toa Payoh BTO Review
| May 2022 Toa Payoh BTO Project Name | Kim Keat Heights |
| Address | Junction of Toa Payoh Lorong 6 and Toa Payoh Lorong 7 |
| Flat Types | 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room |
| Price | From S$162,000 (2-room Flexi) From S$289,000 (3-room) From S$420,000 (4-room) |
| Nearest MRT Station | Braddell (North-South Line) |
| Surrounding Amenities | Toa Payoh East Community Club, Toa Payoh Central Community Club, Toa Payoh South Community Club, Toa Payoh Polyclinic, Toa Payoh Public Library, Toa Payoh Mall |
| Nearby Schools | Pei Chun Public School, First Toa Payoh Primary School, Beatty Secondary School, Kheng Cheng School |
The May 2022 Toa Payoh BTO project is located at the junction of Toa Payoh Lorong 6 and Toa Payoh Lorong 7, about a 12-minute walk from Braddell MRT station. Raffles Place MRT station can be reached in under 19 minutes by MRT.
Unlike other projects, Kim Keat Heights is not very close to an MRT station. However, Toa Payoh generally has excellent bus services, and there are many amenities around the flats.
Residents will enjoy the convenience of being close to numerous markets and food centres, which host a variety of popular eateries, and there are also three community clubs nearby.
Located in a prime spot within a popular mature estate, Kim Keat Heights is expected to be highly sought after. Although 2-room Flexi, 3-room, and 4-room units are available, there are only 385 units in total, so competition will be fierce.
Yishun Beacon – May 2022 Yishun BTO Review
| May 2022 Yishun BTO Project Name | Yishun Beacon |
| Address | Bounded by Yishun Central, Yishun Avenue 2, Yishun Central 1, and Yishun Central 2 |
| Flat Types | 2-room Flexi, 4-room, 5-room |
| Price | From S$123,000 (2-room Flexi) From S$328,000 (4-room) From S$485,000 (5-room) |
| Nearest MRT Station | Yishun (North-South Line) |
| Surrounding Amenities | Yishun Swimming Complex, Yishun Community Hospital, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Northpoint City, Yishun Park, SAFRA Yishun Country Club |
| Nearby Schools | Yishun Innova Junior College, Naval Base Secondary School, Chung Cheng High School (Yishun), Xishan Primary School, Huamin Primary School, Jiemin Primary School, Yishun Secondary School |
The May 2022 BTO project, Yishun Beacon, comprises only 646 units, including 273 2-room Flexi units, 207 4-room units, and 166 5-room units. Yishun Beacon is located at the junction of Yishun Central and Yishun Avenue 2, bounded by Yishun Central 1 and Yishun Central 2.
Yishun Beacon is centrally located within the estate, right next to Yishun Community Hospital and Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, just across the road from Yishun Swimming Complex, and within easy walking distance of numerous schools, including Yishun Innova Junior College.
The flats are about a 9-minute walk from Yishun MRT station, Yishun Bus Interchange, and the area’s main shopping mall, Northpoint City. Via Yishun MRT station, Raffles Place can be reached directly on the North-South Line in under 35 minutes.
Yishun’s reputation has some controversy, but if you can look past that, this May 2022 BTO project is genuinely attractive, considering its location, connectivity, and nearby amenities.
Conclusion: Which May 2022 BTO Project Should You Go For?
Affordability
The BTO projects in the mature estates of Bukit Merah, Queenstown, and Toa Payoh are likely to be heavily oversubscribed and command high prices due to their prime locations. Those who prioritize location and have a generous budget can consider these projects, but must be prepared for stiff competition.
For those on a tighter budget, the May 2022 BTO projects in Yishun and Jurong West are excellent choices, with the Jurong West BTO, Lakeside View, being the most affordable. Even so, both projects are quite convenient as they have nearby MRT stations with direct access to the CBD. Furthermore, the Jurong West flats may have good investment potential due to the development of the Jurong Lake District. It could be said that Yishun Beacon offers a good compromise between price and convenience.
Convenience
All projects have good connectivity and are within a reasonable walking distance of an MRT station with direct access to the CBD, requiring no transfers.
Bukit Merah Ridge has the most central location and best connectivity, with a commute to the CBD taking less than 15 minutes. Ghim Moh Ascent in Queenstown and Kim Keat Heights in Toa Payoh are also located in highly desirable neighbourhoods with easy access to the CBD.
Popularity
The May 2022 BTO project in Bukit Merah is likely to be the most popular due to its central location. The projects in Queenstown and Toa Payoh will also be in high demand as they are in popular neighbourhoods.
The Jurong West project may also be popular due to its attractive location within an up-and-coming neighbourhood.
Alternatives to the 2022 BTO Projects
This batch of BTO flats may take three to five years to be completed. If you need a home more urgently, you might consider buying a resale HDB flat or a Sale of Balance Flat (SBF).
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