Buying Property in Singapore 2025: ABSD, Financing & Foreigner Rules

Singapore's property market is one of Asia's most stable and transparent — but also one of its most regulated, particularly for foreign buyers. The Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty (ABSD) of 60% for foreigners buying residential property makes most overseas buyers focus on commercial property, industrial units, or landed property in Sentosa Cove. This guide demystifies Singapore's property rules and identifies the best pathways for international investors.