2026 Renovation Cost Guide for Singapore Landed & Commercial Spaces

2026 Renovation Cost Guide for Singapore Landed & Commercial Spaces

Renovating a landed home or commercial space in Singapore can range from affordable interior upgrades to large-scale structural enhancements. Whether you're refreshing an older terrace in Serangoon North, modernising a semi-D in Sunset Way, or remodelling a shop at Upper Thomson, renovation costs vary widely depending on scope, house age, material choice, and the complexity of the site.

If you're planning any renovation in 2026, this guide will help you understand realistic price ranges, with breakdowns for landed homes, commercial units, and the hidden costs most homeowners and business owners forget to budget for.

1. Renovation Cost Overview (2026)

Landed House Renovation Costs (2026)

Commercial Renovation Costs (2026)

Prices vary by building condition, URA/BCA requirements, approvals, and material choices.

2. Landed House Renovation Cost Breakdown (By Scope)

Landed renovations can be divided into three categories: light, moderate, and major.

A. Light Renovation (Cosmetic Upgrades)

Cost: $20,000 – $60,000

Suitable for houses that already have a good structural layout.

Includes:

• painting

• flooring replacement

• basic carpentry

• replacing lighting

• redoing bathrooms (simple)

• updating kitchen cabinets (budget range)

Common in estates like:

• Sembawang Springs (newer landed houses)

• Pasir Ris (larger plots but modern structures)

• Westwood Park (90s cluster-style semi-Ds)

• Hougang Aster/Maple landed

These homes usually don't require major works.

B. Moderate Renovation (Interior + Minor Structural)

Cost: $80,000 – $200,000

This is the most common renovation tier for landed homes bought by condo upgraders or young families.

Includes:

• full kitchen renovation

• 2–3 new bathrooms

• carpentry for all rooms

• retiling

• rewiring (partial or full)

• new aircon system

• window replacements (minor)

• updating staircase finishes

• waterproofing upgrades

Common in:

• Kovan / Upper Serangoon

• Lorong Ah Soo terraces

• Serangoon Gardens semi-Ds

• Bedok South / Kew Drive

• East View Garden / Tanah Merah

These houses often require modernisation but not structural work.

C. Major Renovation (Almost A&A Level)

Cost: $150,000 – $350,000 (or more)

Used when the house is old, outdated, or partially inefficient but does NOT require full A&A.

Includes:

• removing multiple walls

• enlarging door openings

• new windows and glazing system

• replacing roofing tiles

• full M&E overhaul

• complete re-flooring

• adding bathrooms (without major extension)

• carpentry for entire house

• façade refresh

• structural reinforcement (localised)

Typical in older estates such as:

• Frankel Estate

• Opera Estate

• Seletar Hills (1970s–80s units)

• Thomson Garden Estate

• Braddell Heights

• Hillview Garden Estate

• Jalan Chempaka Kuning / Tanah Merah old terraces

Homes here often reveal hidden structural issues during renovation.

3. Renovation Cost Differences by District (Hyper-Local)

Renovation costs differ across Singapore because of:

✔ Road access
✔ Age of property
✔ Structural complexity
✔ Master Plan zoning
✔ Typical homeowner expectations in that district

Below is a neighbourhood-specific breakdown.

East Region

Siglap, Frankel, Opera Estate, Lucky Heights

Older houses → electrical & plumbing rework required.
Renovation typically ranges $120,000 – $250,000.

Kembangan / Jalan Senang / Lengkong Tujoh

Many 70s–80s terraces; deep plots.
Renovation cost: $100,000 – $220,000.

Telok Kurau

Long plots → high carpentry & tiling cost
Renovation: $140,000 – $300,000.

Upper Changi / Jalan Chempaka / Tanah Merah

Wide layouts → cost depends on tiling + kitchen expansion.
Renovation: $110,000 – $230,000.

Northeast Region

Serangoon Gardens

Older semi-Ds → rewiring & plumbing common.
Renovation: $150,000 – $300,000.

Kovan / Upper Serangoon / Florence Road

Moderate age homes, good bones.
Renovation: $100,000 – $180,000.

Lorong Ah Soo / Aster Estate

Terraces with older kitchen & bathrooms.
Renovation: $80,000 – $150,000.

North Region

Lentor / Springside / Springleaf

Newer landed → cosmetic work dominates.
Renovation: $50,000 – $120,000.

Sembawang Springs Estate

Homes from early 2000s → require moderate updates.
Renovation: $70,000 – $140,000.

Central Region

Thomson Ridge / Windsor Park / Jalan Lembah Thomson

Older semi-Ds & terraces.
Renovation: $150,000 – $300,000.

Braddell Heights / Sommerville Park

Large semi-Ds → high material cost.
Renovation: $180,000 – $350,000+.

Caldecott Hill Fringe / Marymount

Premium expectations & older structures.
Renovation: $200,000 – $400,000+.

West Region

Sunset Way / Eng Kong Park / Toh Tuck

Huge layout variation → cost depends on flooring + façade.
Renovation: $120,000 – $250,000.

Pasir Panjang Ridgeline (Pepys Rd / Buona Vista Heights)

Slope houses → added drainage work.
Renovation: $150,000 – $300,000.

4. Detailed Renovation Cost Breakdown (By Work Type)

Here are realistic 2026 costs by renovation component.

Flooring

• Homogeneous tiles: $6–$12 psf

• Vinyl flooring: $5–$8 psf

• Timber flooring: $15–$25 psf

• Marble polishing: $3–$6 psf

Large landed homes = higher labour cost.

Carpentry Works

• Kitchen carpentry: $8,000 – $25,000

• Wardrobes: $2,500 – $8,000 per room

• TV feature wall: $2,000 – $6,000

Premium areas (Namly, Holland, Watten) often opt for higher-end finishes.

Plumbing & Electrical

• Full rewiring: $6,000 – $20,000

• Full plumbing: $5,000 – $18,000

• New DB board: $1,500 – $3,000

Old estates like Frankel or Thomson Ridge usually require full upgrades.

Window & Door Replacement

• Aluminium sliding windows: $80–$150 psf

• Full-height doors: $1,200–$3,800 each

• Laminated glass: $100–$180 psf

Coastal homes (Siglap, Pasir Ris) benefit from corrosion-resistant frames.

Kitchen & Bathrooms

• Basic bathroom: $7,000 – $15,000

• Premium bathroom: $15,000 – $25,000

• Full kitchen overhaul: $15,000 – $45,000

Landed homes usually require more carpentry and piping.

Façade & Exterior Upgrading

• Repainting: $5,000 – $20,000

• Re-tiling porch: $3,000 – $10,000

• New gate system: $2,000 – $8,000

• Roof repair: $10,000 – $40,000

Homes in Watten, Sunset Way, and Binjai Park often prioritise façade renovation for resale value.

5. Commercial Renovation Costs (Singapore 2026)

Office Renovation Costs

$60–$150 psf

Includes:

• carpet/vinyl flooring

• partitions

• lighting

• meeting rooms

• pantry

• cabling

Locations like Raffles Place, One-North, and Novena cost more due to fire-rated requirements and complex M&E.

Retail Renovation Costs

$80–$180 psf

Includes:

• display shelving

• track lights

• cashier counter

• storage room

• signage

Spaces in malls like Parkway Parade, NEX, or JCube often charge additional mall compliance fees.

F&B Renovation Costs

$150–$350 psf

Includes:

• grease trap

• exhaust system

• stainless steel counters

• kitchen equipment

• fire suppression system

F&B units in older shophouses (e.g., Joo Chiat, Kampong Glam, Serangoon Gardens) often require heavy M&E upgrades due to age.

6. Hidden Costs Most Homeowners Forget

✔ Haulage Fees

Terrace clusters with narrow roads (Opera Estate, Thomson Ridge, Joo Chiat) incur higher labour costs.

✔ Scaffolding

Essential for landed homes → $3,000 – $12,000.

✔ Waterproofing

Especially important in older estates → $3,000 – $15,000.

✔ Design / PE / Architects

Depending on scope → $5,000 – $30,000.

✔ Temporary accommodation

If major internal work is done.

7. How to Control Renovation Cost (Contractor Tips)

✔ Prepare a clear scope list

Avoid mid-project changes.

✔ Choose quality over unnecessary luxury

Spend more on M&E than on designer brands.

✔ Prioritise long-term durability

Especially in humid estates like Pasir Ris or Kembangan.

✔ Don’t cut corners on waterproofing

It is the number one failure point in old homes.

✔ Compare quotations carefully

Ensure they cover the same scope, many cheap quotes exclude essentials.

Useful Links

If your renovation is evolving into structural work:
🔗 A&A Contractor Singapore

For homeowners considering whether renovation is enough vs A&A:
🔗 A&A Guidelines for Singapore Landed Homes, What BCA Allows & Doesn’t Allow

For cost comparison on structural upgrades:
🔗 How Much Does A&A Work Cost in Singapore?

To renovate older landed houses safely:
🔗 How to Renovate an Old Landed House Safely

To prepare before renovations begin:
🔗 The Ultimate Checklist Before Starting Renovation Works in Singapore

For scam protection:
🔗 How to Avoid Common Renovation Scams in Singapore