As prices for new launches continue to climb, many buyers have been priced out of three-bedders. These are now typically above the $2 million mark, or even higher if they’re freehold. But we know some families won’t settle for less than a 1,000+ sq ft unit because – in the end – is it really an upgrade if it’s smaller than your previous 4-room flat?
This week, we looked at some viable alternatives in the resale market. The following are all freehold three-bedders above the 1,000 sq ft mark, and they’re all going at $1.7 million or below:
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Now let’s get on with the list of curated units this week!
Shortlists like this are a useful starting point, but the units that make the list aren't necessarily the ones that make the most sense for your budget, lifestyle or long-term plans.
The harder part comes afterwards: comparing the trade-offs, evaluating the numbers, and deciding which home is actually the best fit for your situation.
Over time, that's also why we decided to work with agents who shared the same data-driven and advisory-led approach behind our editorial, consultants who could help readers think through decisions more objectively, rather than simply push transactions.
Today, the team has worked with more than 2,000 clients across over $5B in property transactions.
1Dahlia Park Condo
$1,500,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 7 Flora Drive |
| Size | 1,281 sq ft |
| $PSF | $1,170.96 |
| TOP date | 2004 |
Why I like it
Located near Komo Shoppes, this development sits within a quiet private residential enclave.
The layout is efficient with very little wasted space. Although the unit is on a lower floor, floor-to-ceiling windows allow plenty of natural light into the home. The living and dining areas are nicely separated, whilst a feature wall has been thoughtfully incorporated to conceal the entrance to the home shelter.
The kitchen offers a generous amount of storage and comes with a separate yard, utility room, and WC. All three bedrooms are comfortably sized, with the master bedroom being particularly spacious. The master bathroom is also large enough to accommodate both a bathtub and a separate shower.
2Century Mansions
$1,528,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 2M Jalan Remaja |
| Size | 1,012 sq ft |
| $PSF | $1,509.88 |
| TOP date | 1998 |
Why I like it
Located near Hillview MRT station (DTL) and HillV2, this development is also close to neighbourhood eateries and sits beside the park connector leading towards Bukit Batok Nature Park, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, and the Rail Corridor.
The unit receives a good amount of natural light and features nicely separated living and dining areas. The kitchen comes with a separate yard, providing additional utility space.
All three bedrooms are comfortably large enough to accommodate double beds, with the master bedroom being especially spacious. Whilst the bedrooms feature bay windows, they do not meaningfully compromise the usable floor area. Notably, the unit has no balcony, allowing more of the floor plate to be dedicated to interior living space.
3Tanah Merah Mansion
$1,560,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 137 Tanah Merah Kechil Road |
| Size | 1,324 sq ft |
| $PSF | $1,178.25 |
| TOP date | 1984 |
Why I like it
Located near Tanah Merah MRT station (EWL), this development is close to various eateries within the surrounding HDB estate, with the market and hawker centre at 58 New Upper Changi Road also nearby.
Despite being situated on a lower floor, the unit enjoys a good amount of natural light and overlooks the neighbouring landed estate.
The spacious living room opens onto a good-sized balcony, whilst the dining area, kitchen, and bedrooms are tucked away from the main living space. An open kitchen helps create a greater sense of space around the dining area, with the L-shaped counter providing a natural separation between the two spaces.
All three bedrooms are comfortably sized, making this a practical option for families.
4Montrosa
$1,638,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 132 Hillview Avenue |
| Size | 1,206 sq ft |
| $PSF | $1,358.21 |
| TOP date | 1999 |
Why I like it
Located near HillV2, this development is surrounded by landed housing and is close to neighbourhood eateries. It also sits beside the park connector leading towards Bukit Batok Nature Park, Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, and the Rail Corridor.
The home features a sunken living room that creates a subtle separation from the dining area whilst giving both spaces a generous sense of scale.
The kitchen comes with a separate yard, utility room, and WC. All three bedrooms are well-sized and tucked away within a private section of the home. Buyers who value additional privacy could potentially enclose the bedroom corridor. Whilst the layout has some irregular angles, these do not affect the functionality of the living spaces.
5Eng Kong Green
$1,680,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 33 Eng Kong Crescent |
| Size | 1,044 sq ft |
| $PSF | $1,609.20 |
| TOP date | 1999 |
Why I like it
Situated within a quiet landed estate, this development is close to the neighbourhood shophouses along Eng Kong and is within 1 km of Pei Hwa Presbyterian Primary School.
The regularly shaped layout makes furniture planning straightforward. Although this is a ground-floor unit, the floor-to-ceiling windows allow a good amount of natural light into the home.
The living and dining areas are clearly separated, whilst large mirrored wall panels in the dining area help create a greater sense of space. The kitchen comes with a separate yard, and all three bedrooms are comfortably sized. Although they feature bay windows, these do not significantly reduce the usable space within the rooms.
Round-ups like this are a good place to start a shortlist, but the real work begins when you start comparing the final few options, looking beyond the headline criteria to decide which property is the best fit for your own situation.
That’s where many readers ask us to help.
If you’d like a second view on any of the units above (or others we haven’t listed), you can reach out for a one-to-one consultation here.
And if you simply have a question or want to share a thought, feel free to write to us at stories@stackedhomes.com. We read every message.
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