The Florence Residences | The Truth About This Hougang Mega Condo

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Some call it the "slum side" of Hougang. Others say it'll be hard to sell. So is The Florence Residences actually a bad buy or is the market underrating it?

In this full investment review, we go beyond the gossip and dig into the real data: the developer's history, launch performance, resale numbers, and how Florence compares against other Hougang and Kovan projects. Whether you own a unit, are thinking of buying, or just want the honest picture, this one's for you.

What we cover:
00:00 Florence Residences Resale Review 2025 — Should You Buy, Sell or Hold?
02:50 From 336 HUDC units to 1,410 — how Florence Residences came to be
03:29 The developer's debt crisis — was buyers' money ever actually at risk?
07:44 128 facilities and a boxing ring — is the "club condo" concept worth paying for?
11:29 Only 54 units sold on launch weekend — how did it still end up fully sold?
16:41 Florence launched cheaper than the OCR and District 19 average — good sign or red flag?
18:30 Florence vs Affinity, Garden & Riverfront — which Hougang launch won at exit?
20:05 Florence vs Kovan Regency, Kovan Residences & Kovan Melody — did resale beat new launch?
26:54 4-bedders up 27.5% vs 1-bedders at 14.86% — why unit type makes all the difference
30:15 Hougang Central's upcoming launch at $2,643 PSF breakeven — good or bad news for Florence owners?
33:38 Buy, Sell or Hold? Our honest verdict on Florence Residences in 2025
A 1,410-unit, 99-year leasehold mega development between Kovan and Hougang MRT — Florence Residences is one of the most debated projects in District 19. We separate the myths from the numbers so you can make an informed decision.