Credit: The Straits Times
Note: The HDB BTO October 2025 sales exercise is coming up and applicants must apply for an HFE letter and submit all documents by 15 September 2025.
In October 2025, HDB will release about 9,100 flats across 10 projects in eight towns, including launches in Ang Mo Kio, Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Merah, Jurong East, Sengkang, Toa Payoh, and Yishun. This follows the July 2025 exercise with 5,547 units and the February 2025 launch of 5,032 units across five projects.
The highlight of the October launch is the Greater Southern Waterfront BTO 2025, with about 870 units on the former Keppel Club site in Bukit Merah. This is Singapore’s first-ever public housing launch in the new Greater Southern Waterfront precinct, transforming a reclaimed port and industrial area into a live-work-play waterfront community.
Analysts expect the project to fall under the Prime model, with rules such as a 10-year MOP and a subsidy clawback.
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HDB BTO October 2025: Latest Updates
- First-ever BTO launches in Mount Pleasant and the Greater Southern Waterfront (GSW).
- Mount Pleasant BTO will introduce ‘white flats’, an innovative open-concept HDB flat design without internal partitions or beams, offering flexible living spaces.
- Greater Southern Waterfront BTO: 870 units, mix of two-room Flexi, three-room, and four-room flats.
- From July 2025, second-time families will receive an additional 5% quota for three-room and larger flats.
Greater Southern Waterfront BTO Review: At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
| Nearest MRT station | Telok Blangah MRT station (CC28, Circle Line) Labrador Park MRT station (CC27, Circle Line) HarbourFront MRT station (NE1/CC29, North-East and Circle Lines) |
| Nearby schools | CHIJ St Theresa’s Convent Radin Mas Primary School Shelton College International (nearby private institution) |
| Nearby amenities | Labrador Nature Reserve Mount Faber Park, VivoCity HarbourFront Centre Keppel Marina Southern Ridges trails |
| Unit mix | Two-room Flexi: 320 units Three-room: 80 units Four-room: 470 units Total: 870 units |
Greater Southern Waterfront BTO October 2025 Highlights
The Greater Southern Waterfront BTO marks a milestone in Singapore’s housing story. Around 870 flats will be released in this launch, catering to singles, couples, and families looking for city-fringe living by the sea.
Future phases will add thousands more homes, but this first project offers early buyers a rare chance to secure a flat in a precinct set to redefine waterfront living. Applicants can expect waiting times of about three to four years, with handover from 2029 onwards.
Greater Southern Waterfront BTO Floor Plan
Here’s a look at the expected layouts:
Two-room Flexi
S$250K – S$350K
Compact and efficient, ideal for singles or elderly couples
Three-room
S$420K – S$580K
Open living-dining areas, suitable for young families
Four-room
S$700K – S$950K
Spacious units with dedicated bedrooms, some with balconies offering city/sea views
Each Greater Southern Waterfront BTO floor plan will be designed with modern fittings, natural lighting, and integration into a greener, eco-friendly estate.
The Greater Southern Waterfront BTO price is positioned higher than suburban launches but remains competitive due to its central and waterfront location. First-timers can also offset costs through CPF housing grants.
Comparing Greater Southern Waterfront and Mount Pleasant BTO Launches 2025
The October 2025 BTO launches are highly anticipated as they mark the debut of two new housing precincts: the Greater Southern Waterfront (GSW) in Bukit Merah and Mount Pleasant near Toa Payoh. Both projects cater to a diverse range of homebuyers with a variety of flat types, while offering unique lifestyle and location advantages.
Location
Former Keppel Club site, Bukit Merah
Near Toa Payoh, bounded by Thomson Rd & PIE
Units Offered
870 Units
1,350 Units
Flat Types
Two-room Flexi, three-room, and four-room flats
Two-room Flexi, three-room, four-room
Estimated Price Range
$220K – $620K
$280K – $650K
Estimated Waiting Period
Around three to four years
Around three to four years
Classification
Likely Prime
Prime
MRT Stations Nearby
Telok Blangah MRT station (CC28)
Labrador Park MRT station (CC27)
HarbourFront MRT station (NE1/CC29)
Labrador Park MRT station (CC27)
HarbourFront MRT station (NE1/CC29)
Caldecott MRT station (CC17/ TE9)
Toa Payoh MRT station (NS19)
Mount Pleasant MRT station (TE10, future)
Toa Payoh MRT station (NS19)
Mount Pleasant MRT station (TE10, future)
Nearby Amenities
Parks, Vivocity, HarbourFront
Supermarket, eating house, schools, including Raffles Girls’ School, Raffles Institution
Development Size
Part of a long-term plan: 6,000 HDB flats and 3,000 private homes across 48 hectares
First of six planned phases, 5,000 homes in total across 33 hectares
Building Height
19 to 46 storeys
Up to 40 storeys
Both developments stand out for their strategic locations, modern amenities, and access to MRT stations, ensuring residents enjoy convenience and connectivity.
The Greater Southern Waterfront offers a rare opportunity for waterfront living close to the city. Mount Pleasant benefits from proximity to schools and future residential phases planned with heritage conservation.
These new precincts are expected to command strong demand with their prime classification, slightly longer minimum occupation periods, and enhanced resale conditions compared to standard BTO projects.
Is the Greater Southern Waterfront BTO 2025 Worth Applying For?
Before weighing your options, here’s a clear look at the key advantages and potential drawbacks of applying for the Greater Southern Waterfront BTO 2025.
Pros
- Unique waterfront lifestyle with city convenience.
- Potential for long-term capital appreciation.
- Early entry into a new masterplanned estate.
- Mix of unit types for different households.
Cons
- Higher pricing than non-central estates.
- Longer waiting time (three to four years).
- Intense competition expected.
Other Options for Homebuyers
If you prefer faster keys or more location choices, consider applying for a Sale of Balance Flats (SBF) launch.
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