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Hi! Yes, PRs can buy property in Singapore but there are restrictions depending on property type.
Here is a quick breakdown:
Condo / Apartment — Yes ✔

PRs can purchase private condos and apartments freely
No additional approval required
ABSD of 5% applies on first property purchase for PRs

HDB Resale Flat — Yes, with conditions ✔

PRs can buy HDB resale flats only — not new BTO flats
Must form a family nucleus — cannot buy alone as a single PR
Must not own any other local or overseas residential property
3 year PR residency requirement before eligible to buy HDB resale
ABSD of 5% applies

New Launch Condo / EC — Partial ✔

PRs can buy new launch private condos freely
PRs cannot buy new Executive Condominiums directly from developer — only after 5 year MOP when EC becomes fully privatised

Landed Property — Generally No ✗

PRs are generally not allowed to purchase landed property in Singapore
Exceptions can be applied for via Singapore Land Authority but approvals are rare and subject to strict criteria

ABSD Summary for PRs:

First property — 5%
Second property — 30%
Third and beyond — 35%

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