The Landed Series: $5M Landed Property: Good Buy or Bad Buy?

Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note.Is $5 million really the new entry price for landed property in Singapore? In this solo episode, Harvey unpacks what that number actually means on the ground and why it's become the figure everyone keeps quoting.Harvey breaks down why landed prices are really rising, and it comes down to one thing: seller expectations. As land values across the island climb, sellers benchmark against government land sales, district markers, and neighbouring transactions, and buyers willing to match those expectations are what forms the market.But $5 million doesn't buy the same house everywhere. The same budget gets you a very different product depending on whether you're in an entry-level district or a prime one, and whether you're buying more house or more land. Harvey walks through the difference between land value and house value, why buying land is both an emotive and a technical decision, and why his own preference leans toward a bigger plot for the exit strategies it opens up.He also tackles a question most buyers don't ask: can a $5 million house actually be a bad buy? The answer is yes, and it usually comes down to paying a premium for a cosmetic reno dressed up to look like a full rebuild.This isn't a podcast of knowledge. It's a podcast of deal-making.The views and opinions expressed in this episode are for general informational purposes only and do not constitute financial, investment, or property advice. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult a licensed professional before making any property decision.Brought to you under SRI Pte Ltd (Agency Registration Number: L3010738A).