Nov 29, 2025

Summary of Key Real Estate Updates (November 2025):

• In the Asia Pacific region, major firms like CBRE and Colliers are strengthening leadership roles and expanding advisory services, particularly in Hong Kong and Australia. There is strong commercial real estate activity across childcare, industrial, retail, mixed-use, and development sectors, especially in Australia. A notable project is Billbergia’s $3 billion Rhodes Town Centre redevelopment nearing completion.

• Sustainability and climate resilience are becoming critical considerations in property investments, as highlighted by CBRE’s recent insights.

• In Singapore, residential development is shifting towards fewer central condo launches and more suburban, family-oriented projects. High land bids for government sites like Bedok Rise, Dairy Farm Walk, and Dover Drive signal strong developer interest. Mature residential towns such as Pasir Ris and Bukit Batok are experiencing rising prices. However, some newer projects face challenges due to pricing and unit size.

• The luxury segment remains robust with new experiential offerings like Four Seasons’ private jet itinerary and leadership changes at Sotheby’s International Realty signaling expansion.

Recommended Investment Opportunities:

1. Commercial and Mixed-Use Properties in Key APAC Cities:

   Invest in prime office and mixed-use developments in Hong Kong, Sydney, and Melbourne, leveraging strengthened advisory leadership and active transaction markets. The final development phase of Billbergia’s Rhodes Town Centre in Australia offers a significant urban regeneration opportunity with strong long-term growth potential.

2. Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Buildings:

   Target properties with green certifications or retrofit potential to meet rising demand for sustainability. These assets are likely to attract premium tenants and maintain value amid increasing climate risks.

3. Singapore Residential Land and Development:

   Monitor government land sales (GLS) at Bedok Rise, Dairy Farm Walk, and Dover Drive for strategic acquisitions. Focus on suburban residential projects in high-demand mature towns like Pasir Ris and Bukit Batok, where prices are trending upward. Prioritize developments that offer good value and well-designed units over overpriced or poorly sized offerings.

4. Luxury Real Estate and Experiential Offerings:

   Explore luxury estates and lifestyle-integrated properties catering to high-net-worth individuals, capitalizing on the ongoing demand for exclusivity and unique experiences.

Summary:

Investors should focus on resilient, sustainable commercial and mixed-use projects in major APAC gateway cities; seize development opportunities in Singapore’s suburban residential market and strategic GLS sites; prioritize value-driven residential projects; and consider luxury real estate with experiential appeal to maximize growth and mitigate risks in the evolving market landscape.

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