Singapore average 1-bed rent: S$3,600/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +-1.5% Singapore private rents ease New condo completions add supply HDB rents remain firm Deposits are typically 1 month per year of lease. A diplomatic clause lets expats end a lease early after 12 months if transferred. Singapore average 1-bed rent: S$3,600/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +-1.5% Singapore private rents ease New condo completions add supply HDB rents remain firm Deposits are typically 1 month per year of lease. A diplomatic clause lets expats end a lease early after 12 months if transferred.
Singapore · Rent guide
Average rent in Singapore 2026
Average rent costs by neighbourhood, yearly rent increases and tenant rights in Singapore. The typical one-bedroom rent is S$3,600 per month, up -1.5% year on year.
Average rent by neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms | Yearly increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard | S$5,000 | S$7,300 | +-1.2% |
| Marina Bay | S$5,200 | S$7,600 | +-1.8% |
| Tiong Bahru | S$3,900 | S$5,300 | +-0.9% |
| Jurong East | S$2,800 | S$3,800 | +-1.1% |
Indicative 2026 figures (per month, SGD). Compare with real tenant-reported rents on RentScore.
Tenant rights in Singapore
- Deposits are typically 1 month per year of lease.
- A diplomatic clause lets expats end a lease early after 12 months if transferred.
- Minor repair clauses (e.g. first S$150) are common — check the amount.
- Stamp duty on the lease is paid by the tenant.
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