Big changes are on the way for Dover Drive. The former ITE headquarters at 10 Dover Drive and the ITE Dover campus at 20 Dover Drive are set to be demolished. Approval from the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) was granted on August 14, 2025, and demolition is planned to begin in the first half of 2026.
The upcoming plans not only promise fresh housing options but also bring along a whole set of opportunities for homebuyers and families.
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What will happen to the site?
Most of the land, which covers 5.9 hectares, will be cleared for housing. Out of this, about 3.8 hectares has already been earmarked for new flats. For now, the site is managed by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) and is still used by the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT). Once SIT fully moves out, the land will be handed over to the Housing Board (HDB) for redevelopment.
Where does this fit in the URA Draft Master Plan 2025?
The redevelopment of the Dover Drive site is not happening in isolation. It is actually part of the Draft Master Plan 2025, which outlines how Singapore’s land will be used over the next 10 to 15 years. This plan provides a guide for where housing, transport, and amenities will be placed across the country.
In this case, the Dover Drive site will form part of the new Dover-Medway neighbourhood. You’ll find this area sitting between Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) and one-north. With its central spot and strong connections to both education and business hubs, this location has the potential to become a lively and attractive place to live.
How many homes will be built on the Dover site?
The 3.8-hectare housing plot is expected to yield between 1,300 and 1,900 flats. If private homes are considered, the same space could support as many as 1,900 condominium units.
This development is only part of the first phase of the Dover-Medway neighbourhood. Once the entire project is completed, the area could eventually hold about 6,000 homes, made up of both public and private housing.
A nearby site at Dover Road, measuring 1.35 hectares, is also expected to be released for sale in November 2025. That plot alone can accommodate around 625 private homes, along with commercial space for shops or other services. Clearly, this neighbourhood is shaping up to be a major hub for future housing.
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Will more primary schools be needed?
Analysts have noted that while there are several secondary and tertiary institutions nearby, there aren’t many primary schools serving the area. This could mean more may eventually need to be built.
Still, the site does have one strong draw for young families: it sits within 1km of Fairfield Methodist School (Primary), a school that is highly popular with parents. That proximity could make the new flats especially appealing.
What types of flats could you expect?
Analysts believe the new Dover flats could fall under the Prime classification. This is because the site sits just about 1km from one-north MRT station and falls within Queenstown, an area already known for its strong housing demand.
In fact, between January and August 2025, more than 110 flats in Queenstown were sold for S$1 million or more. That tells you there is significant demand in this area. With such strong interest in nearby homes, it is likely that the upcoming Dover flats will also see heavy competition.
Wrapping up
The Dover Drive HDB plans are set to transform an old campus into a thriving residential area. With over 1,300 flats expected in the first phase alone, plus more to come in nearby plots, the Dover-Medway neighbourhood is going to be an exciting new chapter for housing in Singapore.
If you’re looking for a home near Queenstown, one-north, or Fairfield Methodist School (Primary), this development could be worth watching closely. From location to potential flat types, every detail suggests demand will be high – and you’ll want to be ready when applications open.
About Sophiyanah David
Sophi, a seasoned copywriter specialising in Singaporean real estate and property, is one of the minds behind 99.co's informative articles. Like her colleagues at 99.co, Sophi is dedicated to keeping you informed about the ever-changing world of real estate so you can find your forever home. When off the clock, you can find her giggling and kicking her feet as she reads her romance novels, watching anime - if FMBA is not your fave, she might fight you (but you'll probably win) and looking up latest skincare trends.
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