6,000 New Homes to Rise at Pearl’s Hill Over Next Decade, Alongside Major Housing Plans in Central Singapore
URA announces the development of 6,000 new homes at Pearl’s Hill over 10 years, alongside major housing projects at Bukit Timah Turf City, Marina South, Keppel Club, and Mount Pleasant. These central developments focus on sustainability, heritage preservation, and community-centric design, supporting Singapore’s long-term urban vision.
Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has unveiled ambitious plans to construct approximately 6,000 new residential units at Pearl’s Hill over the next ten years , marking the first large-scale public housing development in the area in over 40 years. The announcement was made on November 3, 2025, signaling a renewed focus on enhancing city-centre living through innovative, inclusive, and sustainable neighbourhood designs.
“Hillside Living in the City” at Pearl’s Hill
Characterised by its elevated terrain, Pearl’s Hill is set to be transformed into a vibrant and community-centric neighbourhood with a diverse mix of housing options. The development will feature a combination of Build-To-Order (BTO) flats, rental units, and private residences such as condominiums and serviced apartments. This broad housing spectrum aims to meet the varied lifestyle preferences and needs of future residents.
Residents will benefit from seamless integration with transport hubs, including Outram Park MRT Station, and easy access to surrounding cultural precincts such as Chinatown and Tiong Bahru. The precinct is designated as a car-lite district, emphasising pedestrian-friendly and cycling pathways to encourage sustainable mobility. The development will also connect to key green spaces like Pearl’s Hill City Park, which the National Parks Board will be enhancing with new facilities designed to promote physical and mental well-being.
Balancing Heritage, Greenery, and Urban Living
The URA emphasises a unique neighbourhood identity by leveraging Pearl’s Hill’s rich heritage and natural features. The former police barracks, part of the Police Heritage Trail, is planned for adaptive reuse, potentially evolving into lifestyle or community spaces. Open areas along Eu Tong Sen Street may become lively community nodes, blending historic elements with modern urban living.
Additional Central Housing Projects
URA also announced housing developments at other prime central locations:
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Bukit Timah Turf City: Development plans here will preserve significant heritage structures of the former racecourse, blending them into the new neighbourhood’s character. A diverse mix of public and private housing will be provided, anchored by green corridors that ensure ecological connectivity. Accessibility will be enhanced by proximity to Sixth Avenue MRT Station and the forthcoming Turf City station on the Cross Island Line, expected by 2032.
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Marina South: Envisioned as a sustainable waterfront precinct, Marina South will include residential, retail, office, and hotel components. Early sales sites could deliver over 1,500 private homes. The precinct prioritises pedestrian-friendly streets, cycling networks, and underground connections linking key attractions such as Gardens by the Bay and Marina South MRT Station.
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Keppel Club Golf Course: This 48-hectare site is slated to yield approximately 9,000 new homes, with about 6,000 earmarked as public housing. Residents will enjoy close proximity to extensive green spaces including Labrador Nature Reserve, Southern Ridges, and the upcoming Berlayer Creek Nature Park.
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Mount Pleasant: A new 33-hectare public housing estate set to deliver around 5,000 homes within the next decade, with the first BTO launch expected in 2025.
Government’s Vision and Public Engagement
Minister for National Development, Desmond Lee, highlighted the importance of enabling Singaporeans from diverse backgrounds to live in these central locations, fostering social integration and reflecting the nation’s multicultural fabric. The housing plans were developed following extensive consultations during URA’s Long-Term Plan Review and the Forward Singapore initiative, which revealed strong public interest in city-centre living near workplaces and amenities, while preserving greenery and heritage.
To further shape these plans, the URA is seeking public feedback at an ongoing exhibition at the URA Centre until February 2, 2026.
Algene Toh
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