South Korea Housing Subscription Briefing — 2026-04-20
The spring moving season is here, and the fourth week of April sees 9,258 units opening for subscription across 11 complexes nationwide. With many openings concentrated in areas like Yangju, Gyeonggi, Yuseong-gu in Daejeon, and Incheon, prospective buyers should look closely at the details. Meanwhile, the supplementary recruitment for Gwangmyeong's "Haengbok" (Happy) housing closed with a 4.1 to 1 competition rate, proving that interest in public housing remains strong.
South Korea Housing Subscription Briefing — 2026-04-20
Key Subscription Announcements
According to data from Real Estate R114, 11 complexes nationwide are scheduled to open for subscription during the fourth week of April (starting April 21, 2026), offering a total of 9,258 units, with 8,432 of those designated for general supply.
Key upcoming projects include:
- Okjeong Jungang Station Daebang D’Etendre — Okjeong-dong, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do; subscription begins April 21.
- Doan Xi Centum Riche — Yonggye-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon; subscription begins April 21.
- Incheon Gajeong 2 District B2 Block Public Housing — Seo-gu, Incheon; subscription scheduled for April 27, 2026. While the upcoming extension of Subway Line 7 within walking distance is a major draw, prospective buyers should note that local elementary school infrastructure has not yet been finalized.
- Gangneung Umi Lynn The Premiere — Songjeong-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do; estimated price is in the 500 million won range. Scheduled for 2026.
Changes to Subscription Systems and Policies
1. Cheongyak Home Website Update Notice (April 2026) The Cheongyak Home website (applyhome.co.kr) now displays a notice regarding the "2026 Cheongyak Home Website Overhaul." The site has also added information to address frequent inquiries regarding winning subscription scores.
2. September 30, 2026: Deadline for Subscription Account Conversion Existing subscribers to the old housing subscription savings, deposit, and installment accounts have until September 30, 2026, to convert their accounts to the "Housing Subscription Comprehensive Savings" account. This conversion policy, which began in October 2024, preserves existing subscription periods and payment records, allowing access to both private and public housing subscriptions. Those affected are encouraged to act before the deadline to avoid limited future options.
Regional Highlights
Yangju, Gyeonggi — Okjeong Jungang Station Daebang D’Etendre Subscription begins April 21. Located in Okjeong-dong, Yangju-si, this is considered one of the most significant projects in this week's market.
Yuseong-gu, Daejeon — Doan Xi Centum Riche Subscription begins April 21. Located in Yonggye-dong, Yuseong-gu, this project is generating high interest due to its location within the Doan New Town.
Gwangmyeong, Gyeonggi — Cheolsan Xi The Heritage "Haengbok" Housing Supplementary Recruitment Closed The Gwangmyeong Urban Corporation announced that the supplementary recruitment for standby residents for the "Haengbok" housing in the Cheolsan Jugong Complex 8/9 (Cheolsan Xi The Heritage) concluded with a final competition rate of 4.1 to 1. The recruitment was open to newlywed couples and single-parent families.
Seo-gu, Incheon — Gajeong 2 District B2 Block Public Housing Subscription scheduled for April 27. The Line 7 extension is a major positive, and the proximity to the Cheongna district's infrastructure is also viewed favorably. However, the lack of confirmed elementary school facilities remains a drawback.
Upcoming Schedule and Notes
- April 21 (Mon): Subscriptions open for projects including the "Okjeong Jungang Station Daebang D’Etendre" in Yangju and "Doan Xi Centum Riche" in Daejeon. A total of 11 complexes and 9,258 units are opening this week.
- April 27: Subscription opening for Incheon Gajeong 2 District B2 Block public housing. Check ahead regarding the status of local elementary school infrastructure.
- September 30, 2026: Final deadline to convert old subscription accounts to the comprehensive housing subscription account.
- The Cheongyak Home website (applyhome.co.kr) is currently undergoing updates; be sure to check the latest notices regarding winning scores before applying.
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