{"id":71656,"date":"2025-09-01T17:56:41","date_gmt":"2025-09-01T09:56:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/?p=71656"},"modified":"2025-09-14T18:10:15","modified_gmt":"2025-09-14T10:10:15","slug":"buying-commercial-properties-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/buying-commercial-properties-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Complete guide to buying commercial property in Singapore"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In the dynamic landscape of Singapore’s property market, commercial real estate presents a unique opportunity. This guide delves into the intricacies of the commercial property market, especially following the increase in Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD)<\/a> rates for residential properties as part of the property cooling measures<\/a>. Here, we explore why and how investors might pivot towards commercial properties in 2025 and beyond.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Understanding commercial properties<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Commercial properties in Singapore, which include retail spaces, industrial, and commercial buildings, and hotels, serve primarily for business operations and income generation. These properties are increasingly attractive to investor, businesspeople, and foreign buyers, particularly because they are exempt from ABSD, a levy applicable to residential properties.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Below is a table to show the distinctions between the commercial properties and what are the examples for them:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

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Type of commercial property<\/strong><\/td>\r\nExamples<\/strong><\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Commercial and industrial<\/td>\r\nOffices and warehouses (B1), factories (B2)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Retail<\/td>\r\nHDB shophouses, bars, restaurants, gyms, pet shops, shopping malls, shophouses<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Hotel<\/td>\r\nHotels, hostels<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Foreign investment in Singapore’s commercial property<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Singapore\u2019s legal framework permits foreign investors to own commercial properties without the restrictions faced in the residential sector. This openness creates a vibrant and inclusive market, appealing to international investors looking to tap into Singapore’s commercial real estate sector.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

Regarding the Residential Property Act<\/a>, the commercial properties that foreigners can buy are:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n