19 Jul 2024
GLS Tender Results on Canberra Crescent, De Souza Avenue & Zion Road (Parcel B)
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The report on the Government Land Sales (GLS) Tender Results for Canberra Crescent, De Souza Avenue, and Zion Road (Parcel B) highlights positive developer interest and investment potential in these areas, driven by strategic location, future land scarcity, and community development.

Canberra Crescent saw three bids, with Peak Nature Pte Ltd and Huatland Development Pte. Ltd. leading at $279.0 million, translating to $793 psf per plot ratio (ppr). This reflects a 3.3% increase from the previous bid for a neighboring site, signaling positive market confidence. Developers' interest is particularly notable given the absence of upcoming land releases in the Sembawang area, positioning Canberra Crescent as a valuable acquisition amid limited future opportunities.

The location benefits from excellent connectivity and nearby amenities. Situated close to Canberra and Sembawang MRT stations and major expressways, the area offers easy access to the city and key locations. Local developments like Canberra Plaza and Bukit Canberra enhance the locale’s appeal, providing extensive retail, dining, and recreational facilities, supporting a self-sufficient community. The previous successful launches of nearby projects like The Commodore and The Watergardens at Canberra suggest a robust demand, anticipating a strong market response for future developments, potentially fetching between $1,800 to $2,000 psf.

De Souza Avenue attracted developers with its prime location in the Rest of Central Region (RCR), fetching a top bid of $278.9 million ($841 psf ppr) from SL Capital (8) Pte Ltd. The area's appeal is augmented by its proximity to Beauty World MRT station, abundant green spaces, and reputable schools, making it attractive for family-oriented developments. The local market shows stability with positive price trends, indicating strong future potential. The manageable size of the land parcel also makes it appealing for boutique developments.

Zion Road (Parcel B), with its strategic urban location, drew a highest bid of $730.1 million ($1,304 psf ppr) from Valerian Residential Pte. Ltd. (Allgreen Properties Limited). This area's value is enhanced by its connectivity, situated between Great World and Havelock MRT stations, and its proximity to key shopping and lifestyle destinations. Despite the high bid, it was 34.0% lower than the neighboring parcel, suggesting a cautious market approach amid potential future land releases. 

Overall, these areas represent significant investment opportunities with their strategic locations, comprehensive amenities, and potential for substantial returns on development. The careful calibration of bids and the projected pricing strategies reflect an optimistic yet prudent market outlook, poised for growth as new developments come to fruition.

 

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Prepared By: 

Mohan Sandrasegeran 

Head of Research & Data Analytics  

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