Berlayar estate on former Keppel Club site to see 7,000 HDB flats; first BTO to launch in October
In a Sept 23 release, HDB states the surge in projected housing adheres to comprehensive planning researches on the 48ha site. Consisting of private housing, Berlayar is expected to produce around 10,000 brand-new homes.
Lim predicts the flats obtaining a robust response, noting that BTO projects in Bukit Merah released in July, including Prime project Alexandra Peaks, observed a healthy application rate. “We can expect this interest continuing in October, particularly as unsuccessful applicants for Alexandra Peaks might attempt their luck with an additional Bukit Merah project.”
The new Berlayar estate will see about 7,000 HDB flats built in the coming years. This is greater than the 6,000 housing project units formerly released for the estate, which is found at the site of the previous Keppel Club.
Eugene Lim, key executive officer at ERA Singapore, believes the apartments at Berlayar Residences are likely to be classified as Prime, given their location in a fully grown estate and closeness to key central locations. He determines costs of four-room flats at Berlayar Residences can start at approximately $500,000 to $550,000 before grants. “With the increase in aid clawback prices presented in the July 2025 BTO release, we ought to expect a clawback price of around 11-12% on these upcoming flats,” he adds.
The first Build-To-Order (BTO) plan at Berlayar will be introduced for sale next month as section of the October 2025 BTO exercise. Berlayar Residences are going to present 870 units of two-room flexi, three-room and four-room apartments. There will additionally be 200 public rental flats.
He additionally predicts two-room flexi flats at Berlayar Residence could show prominent among single candidates. “Due to its distinct location, which integrates city-fringe convenience with a seaside scenery, it can end up being a prominent option for singles, that might discover the site matches their way of lives.”
Several 20% of the site, or approximately 10ha, are going to be set aside for eco-friendly spaces. Four green passages, varying from 30m to 60m wide, will weave through the estate, supplying recreational areas for residents while in addition helping with environmental connectivity in between the Southern Ridges and Labrador Nature Reserve. BTO plans in Berlayar will be developed with staggered heights, with blocks oriented to provide more locals with scenic views of the Southern Ridges and the shore.
According to HDB, the Berlayar estate is prepared as an extension of Bukit Merah community and marks the beginning of the transformation of the Greater Southern Waterfront. The estate’s title, which signifies “sailing” in Malay, commemorates the location’s landmarks and maritime heritage.
Additionally, Berlayar will be a car-lite property, with walking and cycling networks. Most homes will be within a 10-minute stroll from the Labrador Park and Telok Blangah MRT stations, says HDB.
