DISTRICT 1 TRENDS & INSIGHTS
District 1 spans Marina Bay, Raffles Place, and the Downtown Core — the powerhouse zones that drive Singapore’s financial pulse. If you’re wondering why penthouses here command sky-high prices, this is why.
These areas fall within postal sectors 01 to 06 (first two digits of the postal code).
Here, you’ll find a data-driven look at what’s truly happening on the ground: secondary sales activity (resale private condos), standout condos, profitable transactions, and the pricing trends behind them.
On this page:
DISTRICT 1 MAP
There’s no official map depicting District 1’s exact boundary.
The following custom map shows the locations of the prominent condos in District 1. Use it to get a sense of the district’s boundary & what it encompasses.
HEATMAP: DISTRICT 1 VS THE REST
Here’s how District 1 compares to the rest of Singapore in the secondary sales & rental market.
The heatmaps below show average PSF and transaction volume across all 28 districts (year-to-quarter data), with District 1 highlighted. Hover over any district to see its data.
Darker shading = higher transaction volume.
Note: Interactive data only works on desktop/laptop.
SALES HEATMAP
RENTAL HEATMAP
DISTRICT 1 SALES INSIGHTS
Sales volume, profitable deals, and unprofitable deals—here’s what’s moving in District 1’s secondary sales market.
TOP 10 TRANSACTED CONDOS
Year-to-quarter data, updated quarterly.
Resale & subsale condos (excluding exec condos) with the highest sales volume in District 1. Hover for detailed numbers.
Best viewed on a desktop/laptop.
TOP 3 PROFITABLE TRANSACTIONS
Biggest gains in District 1 last quarter, ranked by absolute profit.
| S/No | Date | Condo | Size | Profits | Holding Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 2025 | Emerald Garden (#xx-07) | 1,055 | $538,400 | 29y 5m |
| 2 | Dec 2025 | Marina Bay Residences (#xx-05) | 732 | $415,700 | 18y 10m |
| 3 | Oct 2025 | The Sail (#xx-09) | 893 | $345,000 | 4y 6m |
TOP 3 UNPROFITABLE TRANSACTIONS
Biggest losses in District 1 last quarter, ranked by absolute loss.
| S/No | Date | Condo | Size | Loss | Holding Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dec 2025 | Marina One Residences (#xx-07) | 1,539 | $730,000 | 7y 8m |
| 2 | Oct 2025 | The Sail (#xx-03) | 1,033 | $693,000 | 15y 1m |
| 3 | Nov 2025 | Marina One Residences (#xx-32) | 1,141 | $561,860 | 5y 8m |
DISTRICT 1 RENTAL INSIGHTS
Last quarter’s highlights:
IN DEMAND RENTAL CONDOS
Year-to-quarter data, updated quarterly.
Private condos with the highest rental volume in District 1. Hover for detailed numbers.
Best viewed on a desktop/laptop.
DISTRICT 1 TRIVIA
How well do you know District 1?
IF 100 HOMES WERE SOLD, HOW MANY…
2026 EDITION
Move your mouse to guess the number of homes and click to check the correct answer.
Want to try another district’s trivia or dive deeper into what’s happening in other districts?
Click any district on the heatmap, or head back to the district hub.
Dr. Trin Dong
Physician
New York, United States
Jack stood out because of his attentiveness & ability to understand our needs.
Jack also gave us a comprehensive introduction to the Singapore housing market & helped us navigate it every step of the way.
WHAT BRINGS YOU HERE TODAY?
Are you wondering what to do in today’s market?
Perhaps you already have a clear mind of what you want to do?
When I work with clients, I share personalized, in-depth analysis: district & condo trends, transaction patterns, and market insights to help them see their options clearly and decide with confidence.
That’s something I’m happy to do for you, too.
Regardless of your situation, you can use me as a sounding board. I’ll provide perspective and clarity from my experience to help you make the most appropriate real estate decision in 2026.
