Guide for buying a property when you’re above 55

If you are 55 years old and above, you can buy a short-lease 2-room Flexi flat offered by HDB.

Flexibility in duration of lease: You can decide on a lease of between 15 and 45 years in 5-year increments, as long as it covers the youngest owner using Ordinary Account (OA) savings up to at least age 95. As such, these flats typically cost less while still providing a home for life.

Opt-in senior-friendly fittings: These flats also come installed with grab bars. You can also opt for additional senior-friendly fittings in the flat. 

Visit HDB’s website to find out more about short-lease 2-room Flexi flats.

If you are 65 years old and above, you can buy a Community Care Apartment (CCA).

Equipped with senior-friendly fittings: These CCAs come fully furnished and fitted with elderly-friendly features.

Communal spaces for interaction: Each block will also have communal spaces on every floor to allow residents to connect with their neighbours and participate in group activities.

Integrated care and support services: All residents will have to subscribe to the Basic Service Package. The package offers 24-hour emergency monitoring and response, basic health checks and the service of an on-site community manager who will organise regular activities and programme for the residents.

Residents may also add on optional service to cover different activities in day-to-day living, such as social day care, housekeeping, and meal services.

Visit HDB's website to find out more about Community Care Apartments.