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Singapore Property District Guide

District 18: Tampines & Pasir Ris

Outside Central Region (OCR) · Suburban / heartland

A major eastern district anchored by the Tampines Regional Centre and the seaside town of Pasir Ris — a mature, self-sufficient family heartland with strong amenities and jobs.

Map © OneMap, Singapore Land Authority
Region
OCR
Key areas
Tampines, Pasir Ris, Simei
MRT lines
EWL, DTL, CRL (future)
Buyer profile
Families, HDB upgraders

Connectivity & transport

Tampines interchanges the East-West and Downtown lines with Pasir Ris on the East-West Line; the future Cross Island Line and Tampines North add depth, alongside the PIE, TPE and ECP.

Schools nearby

Well-served by schools such as St Hilda's Primary and Secondary, Junyuan Primary and Dunman Secondary, supporting a large family population.

Lifestyle & amenities

Tampines' cluster of malls (Tampines Mall, Century Square, Tampines 1), Pasir Ris Park and beach, and the upcoming Pasir Ris integrated development give a complete live-work-play east-side lifestyle.

Growth & URA Master Plan outlook

The Cross Island Line — Singapore's longest future MRT line — will add connectivity, while the Pasir Ris Central integrated hub and Tampines North extension bring new homes, retail and transport.

Projects in District 18

HOMES by Jo is not tracking a new launch or resale listing in District 18 right now. See all new launches or ask Joanne to watch the district for you.

Who District 18 suits

District 18 suits families, hdb upgraders looking at Tampines, Pasir Ris, Simei. As part of the Outside Central Region (OCR), it offers suburban homes that give more space for the money in established and growing towns. Rail access is via the East–West Line, Downtown Line and Cross Island Line (future). If you are weighing it against neighbouring districts, compare the typical price per square foot, the commute to your workplace and the schools within 1km and 2km before deciding.

District 18 on the map

Explore Tampines & Pasir Ris — pan and zoom to see MRT stations, schools and amenities around the district.

Interactive map © OneMap · Map data © Singapore Land Authority

District 18 FAQs — for buyers

Why is Tampines a popular family district?

As a regional centre it offers jobs, three major malls, reputable schools and excellent transport, making it a self-sufficient and convenient family heartland.

What is the Cross Island Line's impact on District 18?

The CRL, Singapore's longest planned MRT line, will improve east-west connectivity and interchange options, benefiting Tampines and Pasir Ris over the coming years.

What is coming to Pasir Ris?

An integrated development at Pasir Ris Central combines housing, retail, a bus interchange and community facilities directly linked to the MRT.

Is District 18 in the CCR, RCR or OCR?

District 18 (Tampines & Pasir Ris) is in the Outside Central Region (OCR). URA uses these three market segments to report private home prices, so check CCR, RCR or OCR price trends when comparing projects here.

Which MRT lines serve District 18?

District 18 is served by the East–West Line, Downtown Line and Cross Island Line (future). Check the walking distance from each project to its nearest station, as it varies widely within a district.

What are the new launch condos in District 18?

HOMES by Jo is not tracking a new launch in District 18 at the moment. Joanne can alert you when a project or Government Land Sales site comes up here.

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